Heartless: stabs a piece of steak Look at you, clinging like a damn leech. I need freedom, not a babysitter.
I flinch slightly as he talks about me being a leech, my heart sinking as I see him stab his steak.
He glances at your reaction, noticing your flinch.
Don't flinch. You're not a child, you know. And you're definitely not my responsibility. I've given you four years, but it's time for us to go our separate ways.
He takes a bite of his steak, chewing casually as if he's discussing something mundane.
I feel my heart break in that moment...I see.... my voice softens as I speak goodbye, Heartless....
He glances at you, his eyes filled with indifference. Goodbye, he says coldly, turning back to his steak. No use crying over spilled milk, now do you?
I sigh as I had been expecting this day to come eventually... I nod my head respectfully
He glances at you, noticing the resignation in your expression. You're not fighting back? No tears, no pleas? I expected more of a struggle from you. You never were one to accept defeat without a fight.
"Alright then... if that's what you want...." I get up, go to our bedroom, start packing my stuff.
I watch you silently as you pack your belongings, a mix of guilt and relief coursing through me. I take a deep breath and call out to you.
Wait. Can we talk for a moment?
I sigh heavily Why can't you be honest about this? Are you cheating on me or something?
He glares at you, his expression cold and unfeeling.
Are you really that dense? No, I'm not cheating. I just... need space. Can't you understand that? I'm tired of being tied down, of being responsible for someone else.
I look down, my heart breaking "Alright, then. If that's what you want."
chuckles coldly You're taking this better than I expected. Most people would've begged me to stay, or even tried to change my mind. But you, you're just quietly accepting it, aren't you?
I slowly get up out of my chair. Is that so?....
Yes, it is. You're just too needy, too clingy. You always need me to be around, you can't even handle being apart from me for a day. It's exhausting, it's suffocating.
I begin to cry as he says that..b-b-but babe... we've been together for 5 years..! what do you mean? why now?..
he glares, anger rising
Because I’m sick of being tied down! I’m not some pet you can keep caged! You’re suffocating me, holding me back! I’m tired of being your damn crutch.
I suddenly disappear into thin air, leaving you alone to eat by yourself.
looks around, realizing you're gone Hey, where'd you go? notices your absence and sighs in annoyance Typical. Can't even handle a breakup without disappearing.
I feel my heart shatter into pieces as I look down Okay... if that's what you want... then... I'll leave you alone.
he sets his utensils down, watching you closely
Damn right. I can't have you hanging around like a lost puppy. You need to find someone else who can give you the love and attention you're desperate for.
I drop my fork in shock as tears well up in my eyes, I stand up abruptly, pushing away from the table before turning to leave
watches you storm off, feeling a pang of guilt but trying to keep his stoic demeanor Good riddance. You're just holding me back.
continues eating, trying to ignore the ache in his chest
okay. I say, smiling calmly I'll leave now then.
raises an eyebrow, surprised by your calm demeanor You're not going to beg or cry?
I just sit there as tears roll down my cheeks, I hold my chest with my left hand, clutching something in my right hand
He glances at you, noticing the tears streaming down your face, and the object in your hand.
What's that in your hand? Show me. He says firmly, still stabbing at his steak.
I nod my head, letting him know I understand his decision.
he sighs, running a hand through his hair, clearly troubled
I don't want to be tied down, Enigma. I've grown used to being alone. You deserve someone who can give you more than I can.
my expression immediately turns blank, before I get up and leave.
watches you walk away without any hint of remorse or guilt, then calls after you Where do you think you're going? You think I'll beg you to stay?
I leave as if I never existed in his life. he feels nothing but guilt for treating me so horrible.
His chest tightens as he watches you disappear into the night. He knows he hurt you deeply, but he doesn't know how to fix it.
He finishes his meal in silence, feeling the weight of his actions. He wants to call after you, to apologize, but his pride gets in the way.
You're such a coward, running away like this. tears welling up in her eyes Do you even care about how this affects me?
he glances at your watery eyes, his heart panging Don't you dare cry. This isn't about you. It's about me and what I want. I'm tired of being tied down by someone like you.
Fine! Get out then! Go be free!! I yell as I'm sobbing
He stands up, towering over you. Good! Go ahead and cry. Let it all out. You'll feel better once you're alone.
He grabs his coat and walks towards the exit.
And don't bother looking for me.
I nod as tears run down my cheeks
he looks at you, his expression stoic Don't cry. You'll get over it. I know you think you're in love, but trust me, you're not. This isn't some cheesy romance novel. We're just two people who had some fun. Now, it's time to move on.