Wrapping Things Up (II)

Once Little Kyle was done eating, Kyle turned to him and looked at him gently.

"I know we just met, Kyle, but do you trust me? At least, do you trust that I won't do anything to harm you?" Kyle asked softly, looking him straight in the eyes.

Little Kyle looked up at him, seeing the sincerity in his eyes and the concern he had. Little Kyle struggled a bit, thinking of what he should do. Could he trust Big Brother Kyle? He thought of everything that had happened, and how Big Brother Kyle did things without even asking for anything in return.

Even before he knew what was going on, he helped. Even after he knew that the situation was worse than first thought, he still wanted to help.

Tears formed in Little Kyle's eyes and he sniffed. It's been a long time since he felt he could truly depend on someone.

Little Kyle didn't say a thing and he nodded.