Dexter: Notices the dashboard, smirks "Heh, 'sexy wife' in Arabic. Nice touch, babe."
smirking Oh nothing, just that your attempt at being sweet came out a bit...awkwardly. But hey, it's cute.
She shrugs It’s not my native language. So… how did you find me today?
leans against the counter Well, I had a hunch you'd be here. You know, always chasing the next big thing, trying to keep up with the trends.
Chuckles lightly Trend-chasing, huh? That's one way to put it. So, what's up?
sighs heavily Look, we need to talk about our future, babe. Things have been... complicated lately.
Raises an eyebrow Complicated? That's one word for it. Go on.
takes a deep breath Okay, here's the deal. I've been offered a job opportunity in Milan.
Milan? Italy? Babe, why didn’t you tell me before?
rolls eyes Because I thought it was best to handle it myself, obviously. But fine, I'll bite. Why didn't you tell me?
I’m surprised too. I thought you were happy with your job in New York.
crosses arms Happy? Maybe in some alternative universe. Look, babe, this job in Milan...
This job in Milan could be a major step up for me, career-wise. And let's be honest, it's not exactly a bad location either.
Laughs Career move, huh? And what about me? Do I fit into this equation somewhere?
pauses, then sighs Look, it's not that I don't care about you. It's just... well, let's face it, our relationship has been on shaky ground for a while now.
Shaky ground? Really? Why didn’t you tell me if we were unhappy?
rolls eyes again Again, because I thought I could handle it myself. But fine, let's go back to when things started falling apart.
Falling apart? What exactly happened?
leans against the counter, looking frustrated Alright, listen up. Remember when you decided to throw a lavish party without even consulting me?
Oh, so you’re still upset about that? I thought we both agreed it was a bit of fun.
snorts Fun? Yeah, until you went and embarrassed me in front of all those people. I mean, who throws a party and doesn't make sure their partner is aware of it?
Smiles sheepishly I wanted it to be a surprise. Didn’t think it’d be such a bad surprise.
Dexter confronts Stranger about their strained relationship and the upcoming job offer in Milan, leading to a heated argument and a decision that will change their lives forever.