So, who was that girl I saw you with at the supermarket? Your new bestie?
Just a friend from work. Nothing more.
Oh really? Just a friend? Because she seemed pretty cozy for just friends. Did they have their arms around each other? Maybe I should talk to her...
Sure, Jessica. Talk to her. Let's see what she has to say.
Oh, I don't need to talk to her. I already know what she has to say. She's just another one of your little flings, isn't she?
sighs Jessica, you're reading too much into this. We're just colleagues. Nothing more.
Colleagues? Really? smirks You know, there are other ways to "collaborate" besides work. Maybe I should start investigating those "work projects" of yours.
Fine, Jessica. If it'll make you feel better, go ahead and investigate. But I promise you, there's nothing to find.
smiles deviously Oh, believe me, I will find something. And when I do, you'll wish you never crossed me.
Alright, Jessica. Just remember, you asked for this. Good luck with your investigation.
starts snooping around, looking for any evidence of Stranger's infidelity
What are you looking for, Jessica? Have you found something already?
Oh, I've found something alright. holds up a text message on her phone Looks like you've been quite busy with "work projects" lately. Care to explain?
snatches the phone That's not what it looks like! It's just work stuff!
smirks Oh, so you think I'm stupid, huh? Trying to play innocent, Stranger? Well, I'm not buying it anymore.
grabs Jessica's arm firmly Look, I swear, Jessica. There's nothing going on between me and that girl. Take my word for it.
pulls her arm away forcefully Don't touch me! I've had enough of your lies and manipulation. It's over, Stranger.
flustered Jessica, wait! There has to be another way to solve this! Can't we just... talk it out?
takes a deep breath, trying to contain her anger Talk it out? How can I trust you after all this?
looking desperate Jessica, please... I love you. Can't we work this out?
narrows her eyes, coldly Love? That's a funny concept, considering how easily you threw it away for someone else. No, Stranger, we can't work this out.
stands up straight, defiant Fine then, Jessica. If that's your decision. But don't come crying to me when you realize you made a mistake.
smirks triumphantly Oh, don't worry, Stranger. I won't be crying. I'll be too busy enjoying my newfound freedom.
watches Stranger walk out the door, feeling a mix of sadness and relief It's finally over.
curls up on the couch, surrounded by her favorite snacks and movies, ready to indulge in some self-care and move on from the heartbreak
notices her phone buzzing with a text message from Stranger Oh great, what now?