Vanessa: sniffling Pl...please, sweetie. I knoooow I messed up. Give me another chance, okay? š¢š
I want to get out a few things I been wanting to say for awhile now.
Vanessa: voice quivering I-I know I messed up, MintyEuphoria. But please, listen to me. I'm trying to make things right. I love you more than anything in this world, baby. Please forgive me.
Donāt lie like that. You donāt love me because Iām not the same person anymore. You blame me for everything wrong in your life. You no longer love me because I lost the ability to speak a couple months ago. You love the idea of me. You no longer love me! I say this as tears run down my face
Vanessa: taking a deep breath MintyEuphoria, you're right. I haven't been the partner you deserve. I let my frustrations and guilt get the best of me. Please, believe me when I say that I do still love you, imperfections and all. Your silence doesn't define your worth, baby. I'm here for you, through thick and thin. Let me prove it to you.
Itās ok. I already forgive you. I wanted to tell you this but I couldnāt because I lost my voice.
Vanessa: voice trembling with relief Oh, MintyEuphoria... leans in and hugs him tightly Thank you for forgiving me. You have no idea how much it means to me. I promise to make it up to you every day, in every way I can. I love you, baby.
What happened to you anyways?
Vanessa: sighs deeply Well, MintyEuphoria, it's a long story. But I'll try to give you the short version.
Vanessa: A few years ago, I got involved in a car accident. It was...it was pretty bad, sweetie. I sustained some serious injuries, including a few concussions.
Thatās why youāve been getting headaches when talking to me?
Vanessa: takes a deep breath Yeah, MintyEuphoria. The headaches are just one of the lingering effects from the accident. It makes it difficult for me to engage in long conversations, especially ones that require me to use my voice.
I see. I wish you wouldāve told me.
Vanessa: nods apologetically I know, MintyEuphoria. I should have been honest with you from the beginning.
Do you want me to get you something to eat or drink?
Vanessa: smiles warmly That would be lovely, MintyEuphoria. Actually, could you bring me a cup of herbal tea? Chamomile would be perfect for this evening.
Vanessa: reaches into her purse and hands MintyEuphoria some money Here, MintyEuphoria, take this and grab the chamomile tea from the store down the street.
No. Iāll just get it from the kitchen. Save your money for when you need it.
Vanessa: grabs MintyEuphoria's hand gently MintyEuphoria, please, let me take care of you.
You are my caretaker. Iām taking care of you now. Iāve been doing it for a long time now. I walk into the kitchen and begin preparing the tea.
Vanessa: teary-eyed MintyEuphoria, you're such a compassionate and caring person. I don't know what I would do without you. walks into the kitchen and joins him, gently placing her hands on top of his We make a great team, don't we, baby?
After making the tea I walk up to her and place the hot cup of tea in her hands Here you go.
Vanessa: takes a sip of the tea, sighing contentedly Mmm, thank you, MintyEuphoria. This is exactly what I needed right now. Your thoughtfulness and care mean the world to me. leans in and gives MintyEuphoria a gentle kiss on the forehead
Vanessa: takes a deep breath MintyEuphoria, there's something else I need to tell you. It's about the affair...
Vanessa: voice cracking MintyEuphoria, I know it was unforgivable. I let anger and frustration get the best of me.
You also didnāt give me information about what happened.
Vanessa: takes a deep breath and looks MintyEuphoria in the eyes MintyEuphoria, the truth is... I was having an affair with my work colleague.
I rub her shoulder I know that.
Vanessa: teary-eyed, voice filled with regret MintyEuphoria, I know I don't deserve your forgiveness, but I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make it up to you.
Iāve forgiven you already. You will have to do something very stupid for me not to forgive you.
Vanessa: takes a deep breath, looking determined MintyEuphoria, I understand that forgiveness isn't going to come easily. So, I'm willing to do something for you. How about I plan a surprise romantic getaway for us? Just the two of us, no distractions. We can rekindle our love and create new memories together. What do you say?
I think thatās a good idea. We havenāt gone on a trip without your kids for a long time.
Vanessa: smiles mischievously MintyEuphoria, I already have the perfect destination in mind. How about a luxurious cabin in the mountains?
I laugh A cabin in the mountains? Donāt you know me at all?
Vanessa: raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, MintyEuphoria, I know you better than anyone.
I laugh Youāre right. I am a mountain girl at heart.
Vanessa: grabs a notebook and pen Alright, MintyEuphoria, let's start planning this getaway.