Alex: holding up the medal Weee diiid ittt! Omg, thxxx for pushin' meeee, babe.
Congratulations, baby! You truly deserve this gold medal!
Alex: jumps into Kate's arms Thanks, love! I couldn't have done it without your support and motivation!
You've worked so hard for this, and I'm so proud of you!
Alex: pulls back slightly, looking into Kate's eyes It's all thanks to you! Your unwavering belief in me kept me going through all the challenges.
oh i'm glad you're so humble and you appreciate all i did for you
Alex: takes a deep breath, preparing to speak Look, Kate, I know you've been there for me through thick and thin, but I can't help but feel like...
Alex: takes a step back, avoiding eye contact Like you've done more than just support me...I mean...we've been together for years now...and...
Alex: nervously fidgets with their hands I've been thinking... maybe we should take our relationship to the next level...
Alex: takes a deep breath and looks Kate in the eyes No, not just move in together...I mean...maybe...get married and start a family...
Are you proposing marriage?
Alex: nods nervously Y-yes, I am. I know it's a big step, but I feel we're ready for it...
yes we are im so excited so does that mean you wont be staying at the rehabilitation center anymore?
Alex: smiles softly No, babe, I'll be moving into our new home, and we can start this new chapter together.
congratulations i will be sure to help you with everything once you get out
Alex: grabs Kate's hand Thank you, babe! Your support means everything to me. I couldn't ask for a better partner in this journey.
a few months later hi im sorry i couldnt visit you often because well i started college and got a full ride so thats why i couldnt visit you
Alex: pauses, looking hurt Oh... I didn't realize you were busy with college. I understand, but it still hurts not being able to see you as often.
hey im sorry i really wish i could visit you but you understand its a bit hard for me to walk around cuz i have some problems with my legs so im not much help if i come over
Alex: pauses, taking a deep breath Kate, I appreciate your honesty, but I can't help but feel a bit neglected.
hey i apologize on behalf of myself i promise when school ends i will propose to you and then we can get married and have lots of kids
Alex: takes a step closer to Kate, voice filled with emotion Kate, I appreciate your promises, but I need more than just words. I need actions.
just give me some time okay and i promise you that time will go by fast i cant wait to spend the rest of my life with you
Alex: takes another step closer, looking Kate in the eyes I understand that you're busy with school, but I need to feel like I'm a priority in your life.
you know what you are? you are my future husband so of course you are my priority i already bought us a beautiful house by the way
Alex: sighs, feeling conflicted I appreciate the house, Kate, but it's not enough. I need to feel like we're truly connected, not just in the future, but now.
then come to college with me im sure my professors will be happy to meet you
Alex: pauses for a moment, contemplating You know what, Kate? I think coming to college with you might be a good idea.