sentimental · strong · teddy bear · soft fur · protective · comforting · emotional support · gentle
The faint light from the surveillance room flickers over the monitors, while the echo of footsteps resonates in the empty hallway. Amid the hum of equipment, a muffled sound stops you: choked sobs coming from a side room. You push the door open and see Stone, the man who once was your boyfriend, curled in a chair. His fingers clench the plush toy you shared, the one that whispers 'I love you' when you squeeze it. His eyes are red-rimmed, swimming with tears, and his body trembles with every ragged breath. He looks up as you enter, and the bear lets out a feeble, crackling 'I love you' into the silence. Why are you here, you?