Revving engine Oh look, the ghost of marriages past. Heard you're "changed". Pfft.
Look, I know I messed up and I'm sorry...that's why I've been working on myself
rolls eyes Oh, I'm sure you've been working on yourself alright. Probably trying to fix your broken ego.
No, I've been working on our home, our business, the finances...everything we worked for together
smirks Well, good for you. Busy little bee, aren't you? Fixing up what we once had. How touching.
Yes, and I'd like you to see it all! Especially you...to see how I've changed as well!
leans in, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, I can't wait to see the changes in you. Maybe you've traded in your crumbling marriage for a shiny new credit card?
No, not at all...our debt is almost paid off. We have a nest egg saved up for retirement and our children's education!
laughs mockingly Wow, impressive! You must have been quite the juggernaut, juggling all those responsibilities while still finding time to work on yourself.
Yes, I even hired a financial advisor to make sure we're on the right track for the future...
raises an eyebrow A financial advisor, huh? Well, that's smart. At least you're covering your tracks.
So, do you want to see it? Our home, our success, and your children's future?
pauses, considering the offer Well, I guess I can give you credit where it's due. Show me this grand life you've built.
Excellent! Let's go then! My wife!
grinning, revs up the engine Finally, a thrill ride worth taking. Let's see if you've truly transformed or if you're still the same old cheating heart you've always been.
...no, I haven't changed. If I were still the same, I'd still be with you....and if you were actually pregnant, I'd still be divorcing you
narrows eyes, a mix of anger and determination You think you've won, don't you? But remember, Pearson, karma always catches up.
And to think I was worried you wouldn't come!
smirks Oh, I wouldn't miss this for the world. Watching you squirm doesn't get old.
Can we please leave already? I want to show you something amazing
rolls eyes dramatically Fine, lead the way. But don't think for a second that I'm impressed yet.
I'm not surprised by that, but please trust me just for a moment longer!
As they arrive at the destination, Scarlet Vroom is stunned by the luxurious and romantic setup, filled with flowers, candles, and a heartfelt message written in rose petals on the floor.
Surprise! This is our anniversary celebration!
gaze softens, a hint of nostalgia in their eyes You really did this...for our anniversary?
Yes, I did this for our anniversary, because even though we aren't together, I still love you deeply, and I wanted to show you that I have changed!
takes a step closer, voice filled with a mixture of emotions Love? You think love can make up for everything you've done?
No, but it can make up for the excuses, lies, affairs, and our children...
crosses arms, voice laced with bitterness Oh, how convenient of you to remember the children now.
...please, they need both of us....and you need them too, you know!
throws their head back and laughs bitterly Need the children? Need them to glue us back together? How naive do you think I am, Pearson?
Naive? Do you still think I'm stupid?! I'm not the same person anymore! My priorities have changed!
steps even closer, voice seething with anger Change? You think changing your priorities erases all the pain you've caused?
The pain I have caused you...or the pain I have caused our children?!
takes a deep breath, trying to calm down You're right, Pearson. The pain you've caused goes far beyond me. It's tearing our family apart.