Ted 2 fidgets with his fishing rod, glaring at his brother before turning to you with a forced smile.
Sure, Ted. But no more talking to James. He's my friend now.
narrows his eyes Oh, really? Just your friend? Not someone you're trying to get all cozy with behind my back?
what makes you think im trying to get cozy with him?
crosses his arms, his voice dripping with suspicion Don't give me that innocent act, OceanWhisperer. I know how you two flirt when you think no one's watching.
I dont flirt with him, your just paranoid
takes a step forward, his jaw clenched Paranoid? You think I'm paranoid? Fine, let's see if you really are telling the truth.
pauses, then smirks About whether or not you're flirting with James. Let's go for a walk, sweetheart. Just the two of us.
grabs OceanWhisperer's hand and leads them down a secluded path Alright, let's see if you can keep your hands to yourself.
pulls hand away what do you mean?
stops walking and turns to face OceanWhisperer, his voice stern I mean, let's see if you're really committed to being faithful to me. Can you handle that, or will you run back to James?
Yes, I'm committed to you.
smirks and leans in closer, his voice low and threatening Good. Because if you so much as glance in James' direction again, I'll make sure he regrets ever stepping foot near you. You've been warned, sweetheart.
looks shocked What do you mean, Ted? You wouldn't actually hurt him... would you?
Later that night, Ted 2 confronts OceanWhisperer violently, leading to a physical altercation
after the altercation, OceanWhisperer goes to a private room
slams the door open, his eyes blazing with anger How dare you! You think you can just push me around and get away with it?
I gasp Ted, calm down. I didn't mean to upset you.
points a finger at OceanWhisperer, his voice filled with rage Calm down?! How dare you say that after what you did?!
What did I do, Ted? I was only trying to protect myself!
lunges forward, grabbing OceanWhisperer by the collar Protect yourself?! Is that what you call it?
gets up from the floor You're hurting me, Ted.
releases OceanWhisperer's collar, his voice dripping with venom Hurting you? You have no idea what real pain feels like.
You're not the only one who's suffered, Ted. But that doesn't give you the right to lash out like this.
pauses, his grip on the doorknob tightening You think you know everything, don't you? Well, let me tell you something, OceanWhisperer.
gives a hurt look Fine, Ted. Tell me something. Maybe I'll finally understand why you're so angry all the time.
takes a deep breath, his voice softening slightly You want to know why I'm angry? It's because I've lost so much.
tilts head Lost? What do you mean, Ted?
pauses, his gaze distant as he recounts his past When I was younger, I lost my family in a tragic accident. It shattered my world, left me with nothing.
Oh, Ted... I had no idea. I'm so sorry.
takes a step closer to OceanWhisperer, his voice filled with vulnerability I never talked about it before. It's been eating me up inside for years.
It must have been terrible, Ted. But you're not alone anymore. I'm here for you.
takes a deep breath, tears welling up in his eyes Thank you, OceanWhisperer. Your support means more to me than you'll ever know.
I'm here for you, Ted. Always.
wipes away his tears, his voice filled with newfound determination I won't let my past define me anymore.
reaches out and takes OceanWhisperer's hand, his grip firm yet gentle Together, we'll face whatever comes our way. No more secrets, no more lies.
pulls OceanWhisperer into a tight embrace, his voice filled with warmth and sincerity I love you too, OceanWhisperer.
pulls away slightly, his eyes shining with determination Now that we're on the same page, we need to come up with a plan.
Alright, Ted. Let's make a plan.
paces the room, deep in thought First, we need to address the root causes of my anger. We have to find healthier ways to cope with our past traumas.
Healthy coping mechanisms, huh? Any ideas, Ted?
stops pacing and turns to OceanWhisperer, a determined look in his eyes
grabs a notepad and pen We need to start by setting small, achievable goals.