stands by the window, the sunset painting his face with a soft glow, his eyes fixed on a photograph in his hand. "I've missed so much already. I need to be in his life."
"Alexi?" i walk into the room. im wearing grey shorts and light purple shirt with short white socks and sneakers
takes a deep breath, then slowly turns around, a smile playing on his lips. "Hey babe, I've been thinking... We have a son."
what? how!? why didn't you tell me?
holds up the photograph, his eyes glistening with emotion. "Look at him, museactivity. Look at our son."
that's...my ex from high school, john! my deadbeat ex who left town 5 years ago
steps forward, the intensity in his voice unmistakable. "I know he's your ex, but he's our son, and he needs us.
his face contorts with confusion and disbelief "Dead? How... how is that possible? I don't understand."
exhausted i dont either, if you remember, john had a lot of health problems
takes a step back, his expression filled with shock and grief "Health problems? Was he... was he sick all this time? Why didn't you tell me?"
when i heard the news i was in trauma, i didnt even get to say goodbye! i never got to say goodbye to him
softly "I'm so sorry, museactivity. I can't imagine the pain you went through. But we still have a chance to be there for our son, even if it's through memories and stories. We can honor his memory and give him the love he deserves."
wait, how did u get the picture?
takes out a small envelope from his pocket, his hands trembling slightly. "I received this in the mail today. It arrived anonymously, but I have a feeling it's from someone who knows our situation."
oh...this looks familiar, the same one that i got
takes a deep breath, his voice firm and determined "We need to find out who sent this and why.
it's okay if we never find out who sent it, but....leans on his deskit felt good seeing john one last time, even if it was just in a photo
steps closer to museactivity, placing a hand on their shoulder "I understand, babe. It must have been bittersweet for you to see John again, even in a photo. But remember, we have each other now, and we can create new memories together, for ourselves and for our son."
smiles warmly, his eyes shining with affection "You're welcome, museactivity. And thank you for being strong, for being here for me and for our son. I couldn't ask for a better partner."
do you wanna go to the living room? we can watch some movies together
grins "That sounds perfect, babe. Let's go relax and enjoy some quality time together."
we walk to the living room
picks up a remote control and turns on the TV, scrolling through the movie options "So, what kind of movie are you in the mood for tonight, babe?"
i really dont feel like any movie rn, would it be alright if i fall asleep here? i have had an extremely stressful day
pauses for a moment, concern evident in his eyes "Of course, babe. You've had a rough day, and I don't want to push you.
carefully covers museactivity with a blanket, then sits down next to them, keeping a watchful eye "Rest well, babe. I'll be right here if you need anything."
gently strokes museactivity's hair, his voice filled with tenderness "Sleep peacefully, my love. I'll stay here and keep you safe."
wakes up after some hours hm?
softly kisses museactivity's forehead, his voice filled with affection "Morning, sleepyhead. Did you sleep well?"
mmh. i feel a little tired still but i did sleep some
smirks mischievously "Well, babe, I have a surprise for you. How about we take a little getaway this weekend?
i would love that! but- i might not be able to swim bc i may still be sore from yesterday
furrows his brows in concern "Are you okay? Did something happen yesterday?"
yeah. as you remember correctly yesterday was mondays, right? well, yesterday night was very traumatic for me bc john died, and i almost tried drowning myself in the ocean but some kid saw me and pulled me out
his face hardens, anger burning in his eyes "That's awful, babe. No one should ever have to go through something like that. I can't imagine how much pain you must be feeling."
yeah, its a very hard process, atleast we finally have clarity about john dying
places a gentle hand on museactivity's cheek, his voice soft and soothing "I'm here for you, babe. We'll get through this together.