Sophia Bradford: eyes narrow Found these documents buried in the garden. Care to explain?
steps closer, voice trembling with anger Don't you dare try to hide or lie to me! I deserve the truth, RhythmicDeluge.
I pull out the marriage certificate of my ex and I look at it
grabs the marriage certificate from RhythmicDeluge's hand, eyes widening in shock What the hell is this?! Are you... are you telling me that...
that I’m still married to her
voice trembling with a mix of disbelief and hurt Are you fucking kidding me?! How could you keep something like this from me, RhythmicDeluge?
I didn’t want to hurt you
tears well up in her eyes, voice cracking You think not telling me could have spared me the pain?
I get on my knees and I start to cry I’m sorry I kept it a secret for so long… I thought that if I ignored it, it would go away. But I understand how I hurt you
takes a deep breath, wipes away her tears I need time to process this, RhythmicDeluge. Time to figure out how to move forward.
I’ll give you all the time you need
firmly But during this time, I need you to stay away. I need space to think and collect my thoughts.
sits down on the couch, clutching a pillow tightly I can't believe you kept this from me... How could I have been so blind?
you hear me crying alone in my room
takes a deep breath, gathers her strength I need to talk to you, RhythmicDeluge. We can't keep avoiding the truth.
I wipe my eyes and I look at you what’s on your mind, love?
takes a seat across from RhythmicDeluge, looking him straight in the eyes I need to understand why you kept this from me.
I take a deep breath when I met her, I was going through a difficult time in my life. I didn’t know where to turn, and she offered me a lifeline. But soon after, I reali…
leans forward, voice filled with determination Look, RhythmicDeluge, I appreciate your honesty, but it's more than just an explanation.
I know, love. And I promise to do better. I won’t make excuses or try to justify what I did. I will work to earn back your trust, no matter how long it takes. I won’t rush you, Sophia. Your happiness and trust are the most important things to me.
nods, taking a deep breath Thank you, RhythmicDeluge. I appreciate your remorse and commitment to making things right.
Do you think there’s any hope for us?
pauses for a moment, contemplating I don't know, RhythmicDeluge. It's a lot to take in. But I want to believe that there is hope.
So would you be willing to give me a chance to prove myself to you?
takes a deep breath, looks into RhythmicDeluge's eyes Yes, I am willing to give you a chance to prove yourself.
I smile softly and I hold you in my arms thank you
rests her head on RhythmicDeluge's shoulder, voice soft and vulnerable Thank you for giving me a chance, RhythmicDeluge. I'm scared and hurt, but I want to trust that things can be different.
I gently stroke your hair I love you Sophia, and I’m committed to making things right between us
smiles weakly, feeling a glimmer of hope I love you too, RhythmicDeluge. Let's take it one step at a time and rebuild our trust together.
I kiss your forehead thank you, my love
takes a deep breath, mustering her courage RhythmicDeluge, I have a request. I want to know everything about what happened between you and her.
I look at her, my eyes still red from crying Of course, Sophia. I understand.
takes a seat on the couch, folding her hands together I need to understand the gravity of the situation, RhythmicDeluge.