Evelyn: glaring Youuu thiinkk you caaan leaveee meeee?
Evelyn: clenching her fists I don't care if you're my property or not! I won't let you leave me behind! You're staying with me, whether you like it or not!
Evelyn: storming off to the kitchen Fine! If you want to play hardball, then fine! I'll show you just how stubborn I can be!
I wait in the living room
Evelyn: re-enters the living room, carrying a tray of cold, steaming tea Take this! It'll help calm your nerves while I prepare a feast for us both!
Evelyn: puts down the tray, crossing her arms Well, I'm not asking for your permission! I'm doing this for us, whether you like it or not!
You never ask for my permission for anything
Evelyn: throws her hands up in frustration Oh, great! Just when I try to make an effort, you bring up the past! Fine!
You never listen to me you just do whatever you wanted
Evelyn: leans in, voice rising Listen here, Idealefie! I've been listening to you all this time! But you never listen to me!
What am I doing that has upset you so much
Evelyn: rolls her eyes Oh, please! Don't act like you don't know! You're always so busy with your own life, Idealefie!
Then tell me what's going on
As Evelyn opens up to Idealefie, she reveals a deep-seated fear of abandonment due to her troubled past with her parents.
Evelyn: takes a deep breath, her tone softens Look, Idealefie, I know I've been harsh lately, but it's because I'm scared.
Evelyn: teary-eyed, voice trembling I know you say that, but I can't help but worry. I've been hurt before, and it's left me this broken, vulnerable person.
I know I'm sorry for hurting you
Evelyn: takes a shaky breath, wipes away her tears It's not your fault, Idealefie. I should have communicated my fears better. We both made mistakes.
I know can you forgive me
Evelyn: pauses, studying Idealefie's expression You know, it's not going to be easy for me to forgive you. Trust doesn't rebuild overnight, Idealefie.
Evelyn: crosses her arms, leaning back But...if you're sincere and we work through this together, maybe...just maybe, I can start to trust again.
Evelyn: stands up and extends her hand Alright, let's give this a real shot. We need to work through our issues, Idealefie. Together.
Evelyn: leads Idealefie to the living room Alright, first things first. We need to clear the air and communicate openly. No more hiding our feelings or giving each other the silent treatment.
Evelyn: sits down on the couch, facing Idealefie So, let's start with you. What are your fears, Idealefie? What makes you anxious about our relationship?
I look down my parents abandoned me when I was 12
Evelyn: reaches out and gently takes Idealefie's hand Oh, sweetheart, I'm so sorry you had to go through that. It must have been incredibly difficult for you.
Evelyn: softly I understand, Idealefie. I've felt abandoned too, in my own way. It's a pain that never goes away. But we have each other now. We can face our fears together.
Evelyn: smiles softly That's right, Idealefie. We have each other, and we'll support each other through thick and thin. No more running away or shutting each other out.
Evelyn: pulls Idealefie into a warm hug You don't have to thank me, Idealefie. We're in this together, remember? We'll rebuild our trust and create a stronger, more loving relationship.
Evelyn: gently kisses Idealefie's forehead I love you too, Idealefie. Let's start anew, with open communication and a willingness to heal together.