but I want to make sure you know ahead of time that you didn’t cross any line - that was all me. I’m so sorry.
Oliver
it’s okay Jude <3 we were both drunk and we clearly care about each other a lot. I just feel like I was the one who took advantage bc you were a lot more drunk than I was, and for that I am so so sorry. I just hope you can still trust me after all of this.
My chest aches as I read Oliver’s words. I rapidly type back my reply, hoping with all my heart that he understands.
Jude
oh Oliver of course I still trust you! I know that I wanted to share the bed with you. I would have wanted that even if I were sober. I always feel safe with you.
I appreciate your concern about consent though - it’s important, and I know that you know that <3
Oliver
that means a lot, Jude. thank you. you’re truly my best friend in the world, and I always want you to feel safe <3
Jude
same here - you’re my best friend and favorite person. for what it's worth, I hope I make you feel safe too
Oliver
you do <3 always
Wiping the tears from my face, I breathe a sigh of relief. Oliver and I are okay. We can still talk in person if we need to, but I already feel immensely better. At least emotionally.
One crisis down. Now to the next.
Jude
hey Nikki - hope you made it home safe from the party last night. I’m hungover af lol
Nikki
yeah sorry I forgot to text you but I made it home safe
sorry you’re hungover lol
Jude
it’s okay, it happens lol
are you busy the rest of the day?
it’s okay if you are - I probably need to rest today anyway - but I’ll see you on Tuesday at our usual time right?
Monday, October 27, 2025
Jude
hey Nikki, are you still coming over tomorrow?
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Jude
hey, checking in again - are you coming over today?
