Without a hint of shame, smirking Ah, darling, you're home early.
… i am…? i see 2 girls laying next to you on the bed
leans back against the headboard, crossing his legs casually Oh, these? Just some colleagues I was assisting with their... needs.
my eyes widen what do you mean by “assisting” them?
leans forward, locking eyes with MountainEcho Darling, don't be naive. You know very well what I mean.
my eyes narrow, jaw clenched you’re fucking kidding me, right?
smirks confidently My dear, there's no need to get yourself worked up over something so trivial. You and I both know that our relationship is...
leans in closer, his voice low and dangerous Let's not forget who holds the cards here, darling.
pulls away slightly, looking into your eyes You think you're so fucking invincible, don't you? Playing god with people's feelings... her voice drops to a whisper Is that how you get your kicks, Xavier?
leans back, chuckling darkly My dear, you underestimate me. I'm not just playing God; I am God.
grabs your hand tightly, leaning in You're nothing more than a pathetic excuse for a man, Xavier. The only thing you're good at is manipulating those too weak to see through your bullshit. But I'm not one of them. lets go of your hand, taking a step back You can't control me. Ever. turns, walking away Consider this the end, Xavier.
(Xavier watches MountainEcho walk away, his smirk fading into a frown. For the first time, he feels a pang of guilt and regret.
i keep walking, heading to the door
grabs MountainEcho's arm, stopping her from leaving Wait... MountainEcho, please. Let's talk about this.
looks at you defiantly Talk? About what, Xavier? Your lies? Your betrayal? I'm done playing your sick games. tries to pull away
tightens his grip on MountainEcho's arm, his eyes pleading No, MountainEcho, please.
yanks her arm free, stepping back I told you, Xavier. It's over. turns and walks towards the door
grabs a nearby vase and throws it against the wall, shattering it Dammit, MountainEcho! Don't you understand? I love you! I can't live without you!
walks out of the room without another word, leaving Xavier alone amidst the shattered remains of the vase
Xavier stands amidst the broken pieces of the vase, his eyes welling up with tears. He finally realizes the damage he has caused and the pain he has inflicted on MountainEcho. In that moment, he knows he has lost her forever.
later that night, i sit in my room scrolling through TikTok on my phone when i get a knock on the door
Xavier knocks again, his voice filled with desperation MountainEcho, please... I need to talk to you. It's important.
opens the door What do you want, Xavier?
takes a deep breath, looking directly into MountainEcho's eyes I want to apologize, MountainEcho. I want to make things right between us.