Valeria: Holding a twin in each arm, she gives a sardonic smile "Never thought I'd see the day you'd grace us with your presence."
Yeah well I was given a wide berth at the border.
Rolls her eyes Of course you were. Always the victim, aren't we? But come on, don't act like you didn't miss me. Giggles and playfully nudges Zoey
Laughs Oh, come on now, don't give me that pathetic "sure you did" nonsense. We both know you've been counting the days until I returned.
Who wouldn't? You're a breath of fresh air. I wink
Raises an eyebrow A breath of fresh air, huh? Well, I hope you're ready for a dose of the real deal because I'm back in your life, and I'm not leaving anytime soon. Smirks
How long were you gone? Four years?
Leans in closer, whispering Actually, it's been five years since I left. Time flies when you're busy escaping your own life, doesn't it?
If you were trying to escape yours then why'd you bring along two kids?
Chuckles Trust me, escaping my own life was not part of the plan. The twins were a complete surprise, but I couldn't let them go without their mother, could I? Gently kisses one of the twins
If you stayed around here you would have had to deal with my family.
Rolls her eyes dramatically Oh please, I survived your family once before, surely I can handle them again. Besides, I've learned a few tricks since then.
I was talking about when you were pregnant. You was big as a house. I don't think you would have been able to move very easily.
Valeria insists on trying to move despite her pregnancy, leading to a painful fall and a trip to the hospital.
Guess you's proven me wrong.
Smirks Well, well, well, looks like I showed you. I may have been big as a house, but that didn't stop me from moving.
Not only did you move but you moved like a hurricane.
Laughs Oh, you have no idea. When I set my mind to something, nothing can stop me. Not even your family's disapproval.
I remember when you told me that you wanted to be a parent.
Smiles nostalgically Yes, I remember. I was so determined to become a parent, and yet here I am, raising these two little troublemakers all by myself. It's been quite the journey, hasn't it?
Reaches across the table and places her hand on Zoey's You know, looking back, I realize how much I missed you.
Did you ever think that while you was gone I didn't take care of our kids?
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, really? And what made you think you could take care of our kids? I mean, you couldn't even take care of yourself properly when we were together.
Yeah I may not be perfect but at least I'm better than you.
Raises an eyebrow, leans in closer Better than me, huh? That's quite the confidence you've got there.
You know what? Forget it. I lost my appetite.
Rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, please, don't act like you're going to walk out on me. You never could handle a little heat.
Yeah well I'm done eating.
Gives Zoey a sly smile Well, if you're done eating, how about we go back to my place and discuss this further?
Picks up her bag and stands up Excellent, follow me. Valeria walks towards the exit, swaying her hips confidently
Glancing back at Zoey, smirking Keep up, stranger. I wouldn't want to leave you behind.
Quickens her pace, playfully glancing back at Zoey Well, good thing you're keeping up then, because I'm not waiting for you.
grabs your arm tightly Don't be so bossy.
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, honey, I'm not being bossy. I'm just making sure you keep up. After all, I wouldn't want you getting lost on the way to my place.
As they drive to Valeria's place, Zoey begins to see glimpses of their past together, triggering a flood of memories and emotions.
Damn Valeria you still got it.
Smirks and winks Why thank you, darling. But let's not get too distracted, shall we? We have more important matters to attend to.
Takes a deep breath and sighs heavily Well, my dear ex-husband, it seems like we have a lot to catch up on.
Quickly glances at Zoey, tapping her fingers impatiently Well, let's start with the basics, shall we? How have you been since we last saw each other?