As soon as Dan left, Phil shot up and started chasing after him. This was in no way what he was expecting, but at least now his suspicions had been confirmed, and he knew he had a chance. At this moment though, these thoughts were at the back of his mind. What he was really focusing on was finding Dan.

And that he did. He followed the faint sniffling right to the brown haired boy who was currently slumped down next to a tree, his knees curled up to his chest with his head in his hands, sobs wracking his body.

"Dan? Are you okay?" Out of all the things he could have said whirring around his head, that was it? Ugh, whatever. It works I guess. He cautiously approached the boy, careful not to startle him too much.

Dan looked up, an almost animal like look of fear in his eyes, like cornered prey. "N-no, don't come any c-closer. I-I'm just a w-worthless piece of sh-shit that deceived themselves into thinking that I was a useful part of society and not some faggot freak. I have no clue why I thought this was a g-good idea. I sh-should have just stayed a lonely weirdo forever, then at least when I leave no one would've given a crap. Why am I so fucking dumb?!" During this outburst, Dan had started shaking uncontrollably, choking out sobs in between every few words. "I'm just an emo freak that no one cares about who deserves to die in a hole." And with that he let out an anguished cry and collapsed, so completely done with life that he didn't even give a shit.

"Dan! What the fuck is wrong with you?!" Phil practically yelled at the heap of a boy only a few steps in front of him. "None of that's true! Why would you even think that?!" He sat down next to him, not sure what he should do next. He took a deep breath before continuing on, trying to calm his nerves. "Did I do something? Dan, I'm really, really sorry. What happened? I can't help you till I know." Phil told him, keeping his tone calm.

Dan sniffled and raised his head, looking up just enough so he could see Phil, his body still visibly shaking. "Haven't you been listening? I'm the problem. The world would be so much better without my gay ass in it." He mumbled, weakly swatting at Phil to go away. "Just leave me hear to die."

At these last words, Phil was nearly crying. He had always cared a lot about his friends (some would even argue he cared too much) and watching Dan beat himself up like this was almost breaking his heart.

"No, Dan! I care so much about you! I don't know if I could live with myself if you were gone." He choked out, leaning closer his best friend. "Please?" He asked quietly.

Dan finally sat up, accepting they the only way to end this was by 'pretending' to feel better. This was going to be a long ride. "I-I know Phil, I'm really sorry. I guess I sometimes just give up on myself. I'm just not worth it." He said, his hands covering his face so that his voice was muffled. There was no way Phil was going to see his face when he was this vulnerable. "I'm not even sure why you started talking to me in the first place." He said, slowly starting to collect himself.                        

Phil silently "awed" to himself, I know this is terrible of me to say, but he's kind of adorable when he's sad. "Who wouldn't talk to you? You're the sweetest, sassiest, kindest, most sarcastic person I've ever met, and therefor, the best!" He declared, a small smile creeping onto his lips. 

Dan chuckled. It amazed him how happy Phil was all the time. But he knew that feeling, he knew that sooner or later, his shell would crack, and out would come all of his worries and doubts and self-loathing, just like he had done. "That makes one of us."

Phil couldn't restrain himself, he leaned in close, wrapping Dan in a hug. "How can I make you believe me?" He whispered into Dans ear, his voice low.

Dan blushed, the tips of his ears turning pink. "I-I don't think you can." He mumbled back, his whole body rigid, not even hugging Phil back, though not pushing away either, as he had done before.

Phil smirked, "Really? How about this?" And with that, he closed the gap between them, and kissed Dan. Sure, it was short, but you don't always need long, passionate make out sessions to make someone feel loved. Phil pulled away, grinning like a maniac, blushing so hard you could have mistaken his face for a tomato.

At first, Dan was in shock. Phil actually kissed him! Then he remembered, oh. I should probably kiss him back. And he did just that, until Phil pulled away all too soon. When he did, Dan was left there, stunned, just starting to process what had just actually happened.

"How about that?" Phil asked, starting to giggle like a little girl in front of her crush. (Not too bad of analogy, considering the circumstances)

"Yeah, I think that did the trick." Dan replied, being jolted back to reality, starting to grin insanely, not even bothering to hide the blush that was spreading across his entire face.

"We should probably go find the others." Phil said, standing up and holding out a hand for Dan.

"Yeah, I guess so," Dan said, using Phil's hand to pull himself up. "We probably shouldn't mention this though." He chuckled awkwardly, starting to blush.

"Agreed." He laughed, starting to walk back to the trail, pulling Dan along behind him. Phil! What the FUCK are you doi-

Don't you DARE, voice in my head! I'll have plenty of time to mull this over (and probably regret it) when I get home. But now let me just have my moment! 

//DUN DUN DUN!!! What about THAT?! Was it what you were expecting? What's going to happen next? Who knows? (I literally have no ideas HALP) but did you like this chapter? I don't think it's too shabby, but meh. ALSO sorry I took such a long to update, (a little over 2 weeks lol) but I was under a lot of stressed y self esteem just plummeted (idk why I'm feeling much better now though) and I had to take the ELA portion of my standardized tests this year (math is later this month I think) so that kept me kind of busy, but enough with my excuses! THANKS SO MUCH FOR 300 READS HOLY SCHNITZEL!! But I do honestly really appreciate it :3 And also please point out if there were any major errors, my iPad was acting up while I was trying to upload this. DOmt forget to vote and comment! Thanks! Enjoy!

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