Linda: fiddles with her hands Y-you shouldn't b-be doing this. It's n-not right.
takes a deep breath H-honey, we've talked about this before. You need to understand that your actions have consequences, and it's important for us to respect each other's boundaries.
gently places a hand on Levi's shoulder I know it's hard, sweetie, but we need to communicate openly and honestly with each other.
pauses, her voice soft and reassuring Now, we take a step back and assess the situation. We need to find a way to address this issue without compromising our values or our relationship.
ok but don’t tell me you’re going to ground me
laughs softly Oh, sweetheart, grounding isn't the solution here. Instead, let's focus on having an open and honest conversation about what happened.
reaches out and holds Levi's hand I understand that you might be feeling confused or frustrated right now, but it's important to remember that we're in this together.
smiles warmly Thank you for apologizing, honey. It takes courage to admit your mistakes, and I appreciate that.
pulls Levi into a warm embrace Yes, my dear. We may have hit a bump in the road, but we're stronger than that.
holds Levi close, whispering in their ear And remember, no matter what happens, I'll always be here for you. We'll face whatever challenges come our way together.
smiles tenderly Come on, let's sit down and talk about what happened. I want to understand your perspective and work together to find a solution.
As Levi and Linda sit down to talk, they discover that Levi's friend has been exerting negative influence over them. With open communication and mutual understanding, they address the situation head-on and work towards healing their relationship.