[ WP ] You are on a midnight walk alone with your thoughts .

`` So, you're saying I need to try harder?'' I turned to my friend. He had a similar look about him, one which I could n't put my finger on. He looked like everything I ever wanted to be, but better. We were walking through the park on a warm winters night, not another soul to be seen. The weather was calm and the moon glowed calmly in the sky. 
 
 `` No, not try harder, try smarter. How many times have you been in this situation?'' He picked a stone up off the floor and threw it into the distance. `` You always do this. You go in to things too quickly then crash and burn. Step back a little, man. Assess the situation.'' 
 
 I stop and turn to him and he meets my gaze. I ca n't argue with him because, like always, he's right. Of course he's right. Even if I argue he always wins. But I do n't argue. Deep down, I love the guy. He's always been there for me and I ca n't imagine being without him. 
 
 `` Lets change the subject. Did you see Heather today? She was amazing!'' 
 
 `` Yeah she was! You should ask her out.'' 
 
 `` Get out, I could n't get someone like her - she's gorgeous!'' 
 
 I turn away from him and continue on my walk. I do n't hear him move but when I look to my side, there he is, as always. He puts his hand on my shoulder as we stroll along the park. 
 
 `` Ok, look. I can see tonight you're full of self-doubt. I can help. Let me fill you with the confidence you deserve. You're a great guy, man. Any woman would be lucky to have you.'' He stops again and I turn to his familiar smile. He looks down at his watch. `` Anyway, it's late, gone midnight. I think you should head back home now. You've got an early start tomorrow!'' 
 
 `` Alright, cool. When do you wan na hang again?'' He looks at me, smile never fading. 
 
 `` Dude, I never go. You know that. You need me, you know how to get me. Catch you later.'' 
 
 With that, he fades away. I look around and notice how empty the park really is. Though I know I'm not truly alone - he's only a thought away.
