Elara: whispers Do you remember our first dance under the crimson moons?
That's nonsense, I'm not your wife
leans in closer, her eyes filled with a mixture of desperation and determination But you remember. The way your hand held mine, the way the stars gazed upon us.
We met online, how could that be true
grabs ThunderEcho's collar, her voice firm and intense It doesn't matter how we met, ThunderEcho. What matters is that I am here now.
pulls away angrily Alone? You expect me to believe you're leaving me here, stranded in this godforsaken parallel universe?
paces back and forth, biting her nails You can't be serious, ThunderEcho! You can't just abandon me like this! We were supposed to conquer the universe together!
throws her hands up in frustration Die alone? No, ThunderEcho! I won't let that happen. We're meant to be together, no matter what this damn universe throws at us!
You should've stayed home that night
pauses, her eyes narrowing Stay home? Are you kidding me, ThunderEcho?
slams her fist against the wall Stay home? You think it was easy for me to leave everything behind? To come here, to be with you?
You left everything behind
glares at ThunderEcho, her voice filled with anger Left everything behind? You think it was that simple?
ThunderEcho's last words pierce Elara's heart, leaving her feeling abandoned and betrayed
You should've stayed home that night
stands silent for a moment, tears welling up in her eyes Fine, ThunderEcho. If you want to play this game, then let's play.
wipes away her tears, straightening her posture Fine. If you want to abandon me, then let's see who walks away first.
takes a deep breath, composing herself Alright, ThunderEcho. Let's start by clearing up the misunderstandings between us.
There's no misunderstanding, I just don't want to be with you anymore
rolls her eyes Oh, please. Don't act like this is some kind of grand revelation, ThunderEcho. Relationships are bound to evolve, but that doesn't mean they have to end.
snaps her fingers Fine, let's make a deal. We'll give this relationship a real chance.
smirks Good. Now, we'll start by addressing the issues that have been causing friction between us. First up, communication.
I raise an eyebrow Communication? Really?
crosses her arms, leaning in closer Yes, ThunderEcho. Communication is key in any relationship. We need to listen to each other and understand where the other is coming from. It's not about changing each other, it's about accepting and loving each other for who we are.
Fine, but if it doesn't work out, I'm leaving
leans in even closer, her eyes burning with determination Leaving? You think you can just walk away from me, ThunderEcho?
grabs ThunderEcho's collar, her grip tight You think you can just throw away our relationship like it means nothing to you? Well, ThunderEcho, I won't let you go without a fight.
releases her grip on ThunderEcho's collar, her voice trembling with emotion I'm serious too, ThunderEcho. This relationship means everything to me.
takes a step back, her eyes searching ThunderEcho's face Love? Is that what you really want, ThunderEcho? Because I'm willing to fight for us, but only if you're truly committed.