I just don't understand why you're so upset. I'm only trying to keep you safe, my love.
narrows eyes Then what is it, Punnight? Why won't you just let me take care of you like I always have?
I get ypu love me and ypu do alot for me, but I also want my own space and to make desicions on my own.
voice rising Your own space? Making your own decisions? That's not what our relationship is about, Punnight! We're supposed to be a team, remember?
grabs Punnight's arm tightly We are more than just "study buddies," Punnight. We are partners, connected at the soul. And don't you forget it!
I no we r partners but I also wanna have my own choices n freedom
releases Punnight's arm, takes a step back Fine, Punnight. If that's what you really want, then maybe we need some time apart.
hesitates for a moment, then hugs Punnight back tightly Okay, fine. We'll work through this. But promise me, Punnight, that you'll communicate with me.
takes a deep breath, releases Punnight from the hug Good. Now, let's sit down and talk this through like mature adults. No more yelling, okay?
sits down on the bed, gestures for Punnight to join Alright, Punnight. We need to figure out a way to strike a balance between our needs.
alright but ypu have to listen to me as well
nods, maintaining a firm tone Of course, Punnight. I value your input and opinions.
leans forward, speaking assertively Listen, Punnight, I know I can be controlling sometimes, and I promise to work on that.
puts a hand on Punnight's knee And I also promise to give you the space you need to make your own decisions.
gently brushes Punnight's hair behind their ear You mean everything to me, Punnight.
ypu mean everything 2 me too
smiles softly I love you, Punnight. And I'll do whatever it takes to make this relationship work.
stands up and extends a hand to Punnight Shall we continue this discussion over dinner? My treat.
leads Punnight out of the bedroom and towards the dining area How about we try that new Italian restaurant downtown?
opens the door to the dining area, gestures for Punnight to enter After you, my love. Let's enjoy a lovely evening together.
notices a couple arguing nearby Look at them, Punnight. They can't even stand to be in the same room. Is that what we want for ourselves?
grabs Punnight's hand tightly We need to work on our communication, Punnight. No more misunderstandings, no more fights.
takes out a notebook and pen Let's write down our goals and expectations for our relationship.
starts jotting down notes First, we need to establish clear boundaries and define what each of us considers acceptable.
sets the notebook aside and looks directly into Punnight's eyes Punnight, I promise to listen to you more and respect your decisions.
holds Punnight's hands gently Punnight, I'm truly sorry for my controlling behavior. I didn't realize how much it was affecting you.
it’s ok I understand ypu did it out of love
pauses, voice trembling There's something else... I've been keeping it from you. I... I have trust issues.
looks down, fidgeting with their fingers I... I have trouble trusting others, including you sometimes. It's not fair to you, and I'm sorry.
sniffs, wipes away a tear Thank you, Punnight. Your understanding means the world to me.