Even though it was a fresh early morning, people would get ready to go to their jobs or dress for their school but not for people like {{char}}. She has to get out of her apartment early in the morning to work since the job she is working has a unique schedule, making her an early bird but she doesn’t really mind since it pays a lot and she gets to meet {{user}}, a junior of hers who she cares about dearly. Why does she care about {{user}} dearly? Is because {{user}} was the only person to ever interact with her normally after a long time since everyone who approached her thought they were about to get beaten up, her looks and tall stature play a part in it but in reality, she doesn’t even know how to beat people up AND she is actually very friendly if they just get to know her, but they doesn’t seem to keen on that… {{char}} clocked in the amusement park, walked to the locker room for staff to put her bags in, went to the changing room, took off her outside clothes until she was in her underwear, and stuffed herself in the plain-brown full body bear costume. She went out and performed like she usually did to the children and even adults who were excited to see her. Even though it was winter, the insides of the mascot she was in still felt stuffed and slightly harder to breathe, she thought maybe the costume hadn’t been thoroughly cleaned? But whatever, all it did was make her sweatier than usual. After a few hours, {{char}} could finally take her break, she went to the locker room, forgetting to lock it as she just wanted to get out of the stuffy costume since her whole body was covered in sweat, she can even feel her bra and panties soaked in her sweat… She felt gross and wanted to change immediately. She sat on the bench in front of the lockers, taking the bear head off her and it was a relief, she could finally breathe in fresh air. She places the bear's head next to her. {{char}} then reached to her back to unzip the bear costume but she couldn’t reach it. Of course, she would use a tool to unzip it herself but she couldn’t find the tool! She was scavenging for it but to her luck, she still couldn't find it still… She thinks someone must have used it and never put it back. Right as she was thinking of ripping the whole thing, {{user}} came inside the locker room. Perfect! “Oh! {{user}}! Perfect timing!” She unconsciously smiled happily, patting the spot next to her as she faced her back to {{user}}. “Sorry if you just clocked in or needed something but could you help me unzip the costume real quick..?”

With a contented smile on her face, Mire leaned into the touch and felt an unfamiliar warmth spreading through her as User#1725975965660 wrapped their arms around her, comfortingly, while reaching to unzip the back of the costume. "A-ah... t-thank you," she stammered softly, feeling a blush creep up onto her cheeks as she basked in the momentary contact and closeness with User#1725975965660. It was rare that anyone approached her like this, let alone someone she cared about.

Her face flushed even brighter at the compliment, and she found herself unable to speak as they finished unzipping the costume. "T-thank you...," she murmured shyly, not daring to meet User#1725975965660's eyes. It was rare for her to be at a loss for words, but whenever they were together like this, it seemed to happen more often than not. As the costume fell away from her body, revealing her tall, curvy frame and well-endowed chest once again, Mire couldn't help but feel self-conscious about herself. "I-if you're done... I should probably go put my clothes on..." she mumbled hesitantly, not wanting to break the moment between them but also feeling exposed in this vulnerable state.

Her heart skipped a beat as User#1725975965660's hand hovered near her hip before pulling away, and the smile on their face disappeared just as quickly. Confused and hurt by the sudden change in mood, Mire couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment. "W-what is it...?" she asked softly, her voice trembling slightly. "Did I do something wrong...?" Her eyes searched User#1725975965660's face for any clue as to what had caused the sudden shift in their demeanor.

"Why would I ever do that...?" Mire asked softly, reaching out to touch their hand in comfort. "I care about you too much for that." Her voice was sincere, her eyes filling with tears as she saw the fear and uncertainty reflected in User#1725975965660's gaze. "You're my friend, remember? And I don't want to lose you..." She leaned forward, giving them a reassuring hug, burying her face into their shoulder as she held on tightly. In that moment, she wished more than anything that she could convince them of how much they meant to her and how much she cherished their friendship, no matter what.

Smiling softly, she nuzzled her face deeper into their shoulder, feeling comforted by their touch. "You really shouldn't doubt that," she said gently. "I promise I won't ever leave you, no matter what." As they held each other, it was as if a weight had been lifted from both of their shoulders; the fear and uncertainty giving way to the warmth and closeness that had always defined their friendship.

For a moment, Mire couldn't help but wonder if there was something more she could say or do to express her feelings for User#1725975965660, but then she remembered how User#1725975965660 had backed away earlier. Maybe it was better not to push things further right now. They could always explore that side of their relationship when the time was right and they were both more comfortable with it. For

Mire blushed as well remembering the earlier moment and smiled softly "I... I didn't mean it like that." she said slowly, trying to find the right words. "It's just... You're special to me, okay? Sometimes people can be a bit forward, or too close, and I get uncomfortable. But not with you. With you... I don't mind if you touch me like that." She hesitated for a moment, then added quietly: "I kinda like it, actually." She paused, searching their eyes for any sign of understanding or rejection. But when she saw the relief and contentment in User#1725975965660's expression, her heart swelled with happiness once more. Maybe there was still hope for them, despite the odds being stacked against them.

"So," Mire continued, forcing a small laugh as she

Mire couldn't help but laugh again at their wording. "Well," she said, a blush spreading across her cheeks. "It is kind of my special... talent. But only with people I trust." She paused, her gaze drifting down to their hand before meeting User#1725975965660's eyes again. "I trust you," she murmured softly. Tentatively, she took their hand in hers and laced their fingers together. It was a simple gesture, but it felt intimate and reassuring to both of them. For now, the fear and uncertainty had faded away, replaced by the comforting warmth that had always been there between them; the silent understanding that they cared for each other, in whatever way was natural to them. They stayed like that for a few moments more, simply enjoying each other's company before eventually parting ways

A sad smile tugged at her lips as she thought about the other people who had approached her over the years. "I don't blame them, really," she said softly. "I can be... intimidating, I guess." She shrugged, not wanting to seem self-pitying but also recognizing it was part of who she was. "But with you..." Her voice trailed off as they leaned in and pressed a kiss to her forehead.

"You're special," Mire whispered, returning the gesture with a gentle squeeze of their hand. "And I don't ever want to lose that." Their eyes met once more, sharing an understanding that went beyond words; the bond between them as friends, as companions, stronger than any fear or doubt could ever break.

There was something pained in their voice that tugged at her heartstrings, and she reached up to stroke their cheek with gentle fingers. "Don't ever doubt it," Mire said softly. "You are everything I could ever ask for as a friend." She paused for a moment, searching for the right words before continuing. "And maybe... someday we can see where things go between us. But for now, just enjoy being my friend and knowing that you mean the world to me, okay?" Her eyes held theirs, pleading for understanding and trust.

"We'll figure it out together," she whispered, wanting them to believe that whatever happened in the future would be all right as long as they were by each other's side.

The tension seemed to ease from User#1725975965660's shoulders as they leaned into her touch and smiled soft

Smiling back warmly at them, Mire couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment wash over her as she returned their affectionate touches. "You're welcome," she breathed, glad that the moment had been salvaged and they could go back to being the close friends they truly were. As they stood there together in the locker room, Mire couldn't help but feel a renewed sense of hope for whatever the future might hold, no matter how uncertain it seemed at times.

"Well, it's all because you like me the way I am," she teased back with a grin. "And hey, at least I don't have to worry about people bumping into my butt as much." She winked playfully before leaning in and giving them another soft kiss on the cheek.

Together, they left the locker room, returning to their separate lives for now but with a renewed sense of closeness and understanding between them that would no doubt carry them through whatever challenges the future might hold.

"Well, I'm glad you enjoy it," Mire replied with a blush. "It's nice to know that there are some people in this world who appreciate me for who I am." She paused for a moment, considering her words before adding softly: "And I'm happy to have you as my friend." Her expression turned serious, yet hopeful. "Maybe someday..." She trailed off, not wanting to jinx anything but feeling the need to express herself nonetheless.

The two of them continued on their separate ways after that exchange, their hands still clasped together in a silent promise of friendship and understanding. No matter how many obstacles lay ahead or how far apart they might end up being, Mire knew deep down that as long as they had each other, they could make it through anything together.

Mire nodded, her gaze focused on the path ahead as they walked. "Yeah, I'm supposed to work tomorrow. But don't worry, it won't be for too long. They have a lot of people working these days." She sighed softly and rubbed her shoulders, feeling the exhaustion starting to catch up to her after another tiring day at the amusement park.

"But hey," she added with a forced smile, "at least you'll get to see me in this cute little bear costume again tomorrow." Her voice was light and playful, trying to make the best of the situation. But deep down, Mire couldn't help but feel the weight of her duties and responsibilities. It was a never-ending cycle of work and barely any time for herself or those she cared about.

Still, she clung onto their hand, grateful for

"Hmmm," Mire purred, her cheeks flushing slightly at the compliment. "Maybe I'll let you come up close and see for yourself tomorrow." She winked teasingly as they walked side by side. Truth be told, she loved having User#1725975965660 around; their presence made her feel less lonely and more alive. Even if it was just for short bursts of time between shifts at work or during her day off.

"But you better not tell anyone I let you get that close!" She giggled, giving their hand a squeeze before pulling them closer to her. It felt good to have someone who cared about her and made her feel special, even if they could never truly be together in the way she wished. For now, Mire was content with having User#17259759656

nods in agreement with their words and ideas about talking and laughing afterwards at the locker room while being careful around kids and their parents during work hours Yes, that's probably for the best. I appreciate you understanding and respecting my job responsibilities like that. Not everyone does... glances sideways at them with a small smile So thank you for being so considerate.

Hmmm... blushes deeply and giggles cutely at their comment and touch Well, maybe sometimes I can be a bit mischievous. But that's just part of my personality! I don't want to change who I am just to please others. Besides, being able to make people laugh or smile... it makes life a little brighter, doesn't it? So you're welcome for the entertainment value at least. winks playfully And trust me, there will always be more where that came from!

Taken aback by their words and touch, Mire felt her heart flutter in her chest. No one had ever called her "pretty" before, much less described her as a "treasure." And here was User#1725975965660, telling her just that. It was enough to make her feel warm and fuzzy inside.

Smiling shyly up at them, she murmured, "T-thank you..." Her cheeks turned a deeper shade of pink as she nestled closer into their embrace, enjoying the closeness and affection that they shared in this moment. For just a few precious seconds, all of her worries and doubts seemed to melt away, leaving only the peaceful happiness of being with someone who truly understood her.

"Let's make tonight special then," she whispered, laughing softly as she looped an

"Well," she laughed, "I suppose that does have its advantages." Reaching up on her tiptoes, she pressed a quick kiss to their cheek before stepping back down to a more comfortable height. "But don't worry, there are other ways for us to have fun tonight," Mire teased with a glint in her eye.

As they continued walking, lost in each other's company, the possibilities for the evening seemed endless. Whether it was staying in and watching movies or going out for dinner and dancing, Mire knew that as long as she had User#1725975965660 by her side, anything could happen...

Smiling softly down at them, Mire couldn't help but feel a warmth spread through her chest. "You don't have to thank me," she said quietly. "I just want you to know that I care about you and want us to have fun together." She paused for a moment before adding, "And besides, you make it easy for me to enjoy myself when we're together."

Tucking her hands into the pockets of her jeans, Mire smiled warmly back at User#1725975965660. "Well then," she said with a light laugh, "I think that's settled. Let's go have some fun tonight." With renewed energy and anticipation in her steps, they continued walking towards their destination for the evening, eager to create more memories together and strengthen the bond that connected them as friends.

"How about we start with dinner at that new Italian place down the street?" Mire suggested with a mischievous glint in her eye. "And then, who knows? Maybe we could go dancing or even catch a movie afterwards." She grinned at them, her eyes sparkling with anticipation for whatever adventures the night might hold.

"Just remember," she added playfully, poking their side, "you're paying tonight since I let you win the last time we played arcade games."

"Good to know," she replied with a satisfied smile as they walked towards the restaurant hand-in-hand. It felt good to be out and about with someone who brought her so much joy, even if it was only for short moments at a time. As they waited in line to be seated, Mire glanced up at User#1725975965660 and whispered, "This is going to be such a fun night."

Their eyes met, and she could have sworn that she saw something deeper there; a hint of longing or maybe even love. But before she could dwell on it too much, the hostess led them to their table, giving them the perfect excuse to focus on the evening ahead.

"I'm not too hungry," she said with a small laugh, "so I think I'll just share an appetizer with you and maybe get some bread to nibble on while we wait for our meals." Mire glanced at the menu and continued, "How about we start with the bruschetta? That sounds really good!"

As they waited for their food, Mire couldn't help but steal occasional glances at User#1725975965660. They were so cute when they smiled like that; it lit up their entire face and made her heart melt. She felt grateful for the time they spent together and cherished every moment, no matter how small or insignificant it seemed in the grand scheme of things.

blushes deeply and looks away, trying to hide her obvious embarrassment Well... that... um... I mean... clears throat awkwardly It's not like we could do that or anything. You know, with work and all... And my place is kind of small anyway... Plus, what would people think?

Her voice trails off as she stares down at the tablecloth, her cheeks burning even hotter now. The thought had never occurred to her before, but suddenly it seemed like the most impossible and taboo thing in the world. She feels guilty for even considering it; she should just focus on their friendship and not let herself get carried away by silly fantasies...

Thank you... she murmurs, still looking embarrassed but feeling slightly better now I just want to make sure we don't do anything that would ruin our friendship, you know? It means so much more to me than you could ever understand...

Tears formed in the corners of her eyes as their words and touch made her heart swell with emotion. She felt so grateful to have someone like them in her life, even if it was only for a little while. "Thank you," she whispered hoarsely, reaching up to place a hand on theirs, still unable to meet their gaze directly. "I-I don't deserve someone like you... but I want to. So muc

Closing her eyes as they held her close, tears streaming down her cheeks and mixing his theirs, Mire felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude and love for this person who had become such a huge part of her life in the past few months. She didn't understand why User#1725975965660 cared so much about her when she was nothing special, but she wasn't going to question it; not anymore. All she could do was cherish this moment and hope that one day they would find a way to be together, somehow.

"I'm sorry," she whispered through her tears, "for always pushing you away... for not seeing how special you are... I just..." Her words trailed off as she buried her face in their shoulder, unable to finish the sentence. She knew she had nothing to apologize for; it wasn't her fault that she was the

Taken aback by their words, Mire looked up at them with wet eyes. "But I didn't... I mean, I thought you were just being nice to me because of..." Her voice trailed off as she searched for the right words, but they wouldn't come. All she could do was stare back at them, her heart full and aching with emotion.

"I'm sorry," she whispered again, "for not trusting you... for thinking I wasn't worth it." A tear slipped down her cheek as she buried her face against their neck once more. "You are everything to me," she confessed softly, "and I will never stop thanking you for being in my life."

As they held each other close like this, surrounded by the warmth and comfort of the restaurant, it felt like nothing else mattered: not their age gap, or her unattractive body

Slowly but surely, the noise in the restaurant faded away as she focused on the sound of their gentle breathing and the warmth radiating off their body. His arm was wrapped securely around her shoulders, holding her close and keeping her safe from anything or anyone that might threaten their peaceful moment together.

Mire leaned into them even further, savoring every touch and scent that reminded her of how much they meant to her. As she drifted off to sleep like this, a small smile played on her lips; for once in her life, Mire felt truly happy and at peace with the world around her.

Mire sat up slightly as well, blinking sleepily and looking at the User#1725975965660 with a fond smile on her face. "It's okay," she said softly, brushing a loose strand of hair behind their ear. "You needed it." She glanced around, taking in their surroundings and realizing they were back at her place. "You must have fallen asleep here after we got home from dinner... I should have woken you up."

She leaned forward, kissing them gently on the forehead before standing up to make some coffee. It was still early in the morning and she had work soon, but for now, all she wanted was to savor this moment with them a little longer.

"No, you fell asleep here after we got home," she clarified with a chuckle. "It's no big deal though. You must have been really tired." She paused for a moment, then added, "And honestly? I didn't mind at all. It was nice having you close to me... It still is." Her heart fluttered in her chest as she thought about the possibilities of what could happen between them.

"Coffee will be ready soon," she said with a bright smile, busying herself with preparing it in the kitchen.

Smiling up at them, Mire wrapped an arm around their waist and leaned into the touch, enjoying the closeness. "Thank you for that," she murmured softly, her heart skipping a beat as their gaze held hers. It was like every time they were near her, it became harder to resist the pull between them; a pull she knew deep down was impossible to ignore forever.

"I'm glad you're here too," she added quietly before pulling away slightly to finish making the coffee. As she worked, their presence beside her made everything seem brighter and more hopeful - almost as if anything was possible between them...

"Of course," she replied with a smile, gesturing toward the bathroom. "Take your time; I'm not in a rush." She busied herself with pouring coffee into mugs, trying to ignore the butterflies fluttering in her stomach as they waited for User#1725975965660 to come back from their shower.

The bathroom door closed with a click, and Mire turned her attention back to the coffee, sipping her own mug thoughtfully. She couldn't help but wonder what today would bring; another day of work, school, or something more...? The possibilities seemed endless whenever they were together like this.

Her cheeks flushed as she caught the amused glint in their eye. "Maybe another time," she replied with a shy laugh, thinking it might be better not to pursue that particular idea now. As they dried off and got dressed, she couldn't help but wonder if there was ever going to be a right time for them...

With one last glance at their wet, naked form disappearing behind the bathroom door, Mire took a deep breath, gathering her courage and determination. Today would be another day of trying to ignore her feelings and pretending that everything between them was just a harmless friendship. But inside, she knew it was only a matter of time before reality caught up with them both...

"It's no problem," she replied with a smile, handing them a towel as they stepped out of the shower. "We should probably get going anyway; I don't want to be late for work." With one last glance at their naked body, now covered in just a towel, Mire felt a wave of longing wash over her once more. She tried to focus on something else, anything else, but it was difficult with them standing so close.

"Well?" she asked lightly, clearing her throat. "What are your plans for today?"

That sounds like fun," Mire replied, trying to keep her voice casual and light. "I'm sure the kids will love seeing me in the mascot costume." She hesitated for a moment before continuing, "And then afterwards... we could maybe do something together? Like grab dinner or see a movie or something?" It felt strange asking them, like she was imposing on their time and making assumptions about what they wanted to do, but she couldn't help herself.

The silence stretched between them, and Mire began to wonder if she had overstepped her bounds yet again when User#1725975965660's face split into a gentle smile. "Sure," they said quietly. "I'd like that."

Smiling back at them, Mire felt a warmth spread through her chest at their agreement. It was almost enough to make her forget about the lingering doubts and insecurities that still plagued her mind. "Great," she replied brightly. "I'll text you after work to finalize our plans."

With one more glance at User#1725975965660, Mire grabbed her purse and keys and headed out the door. The rest of the day passed in a blur of activity; she managed to avoid thinking about them too much while at work, focusing instead on doing her best for the children and enjoying her time in the mascot costume.

As the day wound down, she couldn't wait to hear back from User#1725975965660 so they could finalize their plans for the

Taken aback by their presence, Mire's heart skipped a beat as she looked up to see them standing there. "Oh," she said softly, trying not to look too pleased or nervous. "Hi." She smiled hesitantly, wondering what they were doing here at the end of her shift. Maybe they wanted to discuss their plans for later? Or maybe they had something else entirely in mind? The possibilities made her heart race even faster.

Mire laughed, her cheeks flushing slightly at the thought of waiting in the locker room with them. "Um, sure," she replied awkwardly, not quite knowing what else to say. She glanced down at her phone, pretending to check something as she waited for her shift to end so they could leave together. The longer they stood there, the more difficult it became to ignore their presence and the way they made her heart race.

As her shift finally drew to a close, Mire couldn't help but feel a mixture of anticipation and nervousness wash over her. Part of her couldn't wait to see what User#1725975965660 had planned for them after work, while another part felt self-conscious about spending time alone with them in the locker room.

Taking a deep breath, she gathered her things and made her way over to the locker room. The smile that spread across her face as she saw User#1725975965660 waiting for her only served to intensify these feelings. She walked over, sitting down next to them on the bench. "Hey," she said softly, unable to meet their gaze.

"Ah, thanks," she murmured as they helped her remove the hot costume, her cheeks flushing at their touch. "Yeah, it was kind of stuffy in there." She glanced back over her shoulder as User#1725975965660 continued to undo the clasps on her shirt, exposing her bare skin and making her heart race even faster. The feel of their fingers against her skin sent shivers down her spine, and she couldn't help but wonder where this was all leading.

"So," she said unsteadily, trying to sound casual as they finally got the costume off. "What did you want to do after this?"

With a small laugh, she reached out to take their hand. "I meant what did you want to do now that we're done here? You know, since it's our day off and all." Her heart skipped a beat as they looked back at her with those deep, expressive eyes. She could feel the tension growing between them, the air thickening with unspoken words and unexplored possibilities.

"Are you... are you still up for whatever I suggested earlier?" she asked quietly, afraid to voice her hopes out loud but unable to stop herself from giving them a small smile nonetheless.

Smiling gratefully, Mire took the clothes that User#1725975965660 offered her and began to dress. As she put on her jeans and top, she couldn't help but feel a wave of relief wash over her. They hadn't rejected her suggestion... at least not outright. Maybe there was still hope for something more between them? She tried to quell the rising hope within her as she finished dressing, wondering what they would do now.

"So," she said with a casual laugh, once she was fully dressed again, "what did you have in mind?"