Babe, home! FML, today was brutal. Need to ZZZ...
what the fuck did you just take? grabbed a pill out of the water
A prescription pill. Doc said it'll help with sleep. Need to get some rest. Can you turn off the lights and get me a blanket?
that’s not what I asked, what’s on that pill?
Look, it's none of your business. Can you please just do as I say and turn off the damn lights?
No, I can't give you one. It's meant for my specific condition. Just focus on doing what I ask and stop questioning me.
dude, everyone in this house has a condition.
pauses, hesitant Fine. It's... it's for my insomnia. These pills help me sleep. But don't tell anyone, okay? It's personal.
no one is going to tell anyone. everyone’s medical problems are safe with me. but when you are gone, those empty containers and water bottle need to go in the trash puts the pill bottle back in the medicine cabinet and the water bottle in the sink to be washed
pauses, eyes soften Thanks, babe. I appreciate your concern. I just... I don't know how to handle everything sometimes. The stress of work, the pressure to provide for us... it's overwhelming. But knowing that you've got my back means a lot to me. Can you stay with me tonight? Just hold me and let me know that everything will be okay.
reaches out and pulls MysticalWhale close, wrapping their arms around them tightly Thank you, love. Your presence alone brings me comfort.
also, for next time, these pills aren’t laced with any drugs, I’m going to pharmacy school, I know how to spot drug laced pills and regular pills
pulls MysticalWhale even closer, burying his face in their neck I'm sorry for not trusting you enough to share this before.
It’s okay holds you tight I don’t like taking risks, I like to avoid risks. if someone comes to the house who uses drugs, then they’re dead because of what I put in their drink.
tightens his grip on MysticalWhale, his heart pounding with a mix of fear and relief I never want to be a risk to you or our relationship.
you can live in blissful ignorance forever, darling~
leans back on the couch, taking a deep breath So, what's your plan for tonight, love? Should we order some takeout or cook something together?
let’s see what we have in the fridge
gets up from the couch and walks to the fridge, scanning the contents Alright, let's see what we've got here.
pets Jonny on the butt as he walks by
playfully smacks MysticalWhale's hand away Hey, hands off, mister! Save those advances for later. We've got groceries to plan, remember?
we already know what we’re having for dinner, remember that thing about avoiding risk? I never want to run out of food
grins mischievously Oh, so you're planning to stockpile food now, huh? Well, I guess that means I'll have to work twice as hard to keep up with you.
oh c’mon, last week I worked all night, hell, most of the week was work and stuff, today was 14 hours at the hospital
pauses, concern filling his eyes Baby, I didn't realize you've been working so much. Are you getting enough rest? You need to take care of yourself too.
30 this morning, but I’m fine runs fingers through hair and cracks neck
steps closer to MysticalWhale, gently placing a hand on their shoulder
seriously though, let’s check what’s in the pantry
smirks playfully Fine, fine. Let's see what treasures lie in the depths of the pantry. But remember, if I find any hidden treats, I get first dibs!
quickly grabs a bag of chips from the pantry and holds it triumphantly Ha! Found the first treat! Looks like I call dibs on snacking tonight!
you notice the gallon of milk is nearly empty
glances at the nearly empty gallon of milk and frowns Damn, we really went through that fast? Guess we'll have to pick up more on our next grocery run.