Riley poked Maya's stomach playfully; earning a laugh from her.

Maya loved it when Riley was playful.

Riley sweetly kissed her temple, knowing that was Maya's only weakness.

Maya melted into the kiss and laid her head on Riley's shoulder.

Riley grinned at Maya's reaction. Since Maya was in a very relaxed state, Riley sprung a question on her. "Do you want to go to the park later? I was thinking we could hang out instead of worrying about your... injuries."

Maya sprang up with a wild expression on her face. She whirled around and looked at her. "Are you crazy?! I don't want to get hurt again!" Maya realized what she just said and quickly covered her mouth.

Riley let her jaw drop. Maya was really afraid, and now she knew where it all went down.

Maya continued to look at her, pain behind her eyes.

Riley scooted forward and lightly bumped her forehead against Maya's.

Maya sighed, beginning to feel tears forming in her eyes. She was afraid. And now, Riley knew.

Riley noticed the tears in her friend's eyes and felt responsible.

Maya turned away from Riley until her back was to her; she didn't want to let Riley see her in this weak state.

Riley felt compassion for Maya and she wanted to help. She came up behind her and wrapped her arms around her waist.

Maya leaned back a little. Riley pressed her lips against Maya's cheek and softly kissed her, wanted to show Maya that she isn't alone. Then she rested her chin on Maya's shoulder.

Maya started to cry because the only person she really trusted was Riley.

Riley leaned her forehead against Maya's jaw, reassuring her friend.

Maya leaned against her head, excepting the comfort.

Riley smiled a little, then sighed. "You don't have to be afraid. I'm here for you, and so are the rest of our friends. You are important to us, and we don't want you to feel this way." She then reached up and wiped some tears away from Maya's face. Riley allowed her hand to linger a little.

Maya reached up and grabbed Riley's hand and held it.

Hand holding had a very comforting effect on Maya, so she was trying to comfort herself, which Riley took as a good sign. Riley lifted her chin and whispered in her ear, "Would you go to the park if the boys came too?"

Maya slowly nodded, earning another kiss on the cheek from Riley.

Riley smiled. "Let's go then."

Maya cocked her head to the side. "Now?"

Riley nodded. "Right now."