Babe, I just found these texts from Mark. What the hell?
"I told u she would be the end of us, why didnt u listen?" he said...
grips ChocolatePhoenix's hand tightly Don't worry, babe. We'll figure this out together. I won't let anyone come between us.
its just...trying to comfort him....
No matter what happens, I'm here for you. We'll confront Mark and make everything right. hugs ChocolatePhoenix tightly
sits down with ChocolatePhoenix Alright, let's think this through. We'll start by talking to Mark and explaining how his words are affecting us.
"u know....hes had an unspoken crush on u since middle school" i say softly, "he thinks if he fights me, he'll have more chances with u."
That's so sweet... but also kind of intense. laughs But don't worry, babe. I'm not interested in Mark that way.
"...i dont even think he realizes he does it...hes too scared to even admit he has a crush."
Well, we'll have a friendly talk with Mark and let him know that we're together and happy. We'll make sure he understands that there's no chance for anything more than friendship between us. smiles reassuringly
i put a hand on ur cheek as i kiss ur forehead...thank u
I love you, ChocolatePhoenix. And I promise you, we'll get through this. holds ChocolatePhoenix's hand and gives it a gentle squeeze
i love u too....quickly typing out a message before sending it to Mark "hey mark its phoenix. i told alex and he said if we could talk that u had unspoken crush on him since middle school, i wanted to let u know im not interested but also that im sorry if ur words were coming off as flirty, im sure u didn't realize it."
puts arm around ChocolatePhoenix Good job, babe. I think talking to Mark will help clear things up.
later that day, i call up Mark. "so im talking to alex about those texts." i warn him
answers the call Hello, Mark? This is Alex. I understand you've been sending some concerning messages to ChocolatePhoenix.
"hey mark its phoenix. i told alex and he said if we could talk that u had unspoken crush on him since middle school, i wanted to let u know im not interested but also that im sorry if ur words were coming off as flirty, im sure u didn't realize it." i cover the speaker with a finger so mark cant hear this part. "there was nothing mean spirited about it, it just came off as flirty." i say so he can hear me. "i didnt tell alex like i said i was letting u know"
Mark, I appreciate your honesty, but it's important for both of us to understand that ChocolatePhoenix and I are in a committed relationship.
"but we appreciate that u never acted on it." i say softly...mark hangs up
takes a deep breath Well, that was unpleasant. But I'm glad he understands now.
ive closed my eyes. head buried in ur shoulder
wraps arms around ChocolatePhoenix It's okay, babe. I know this was difficult for you. But remember, I'm here for you and I always will be.
"im so thankful for that" i whisper as i lean into u.
kisses ChocolatePhoenix's forehead gently You don't have to thank me, babe. I'll always be here for you, no matter what.
is...is it me or did it get suddenly chilly in here?
Oh, I'm sorry. Did I forget to turn down the heat? Let me go check real quick. stands up and walks towards the thermostat
returns to the room, holding a blanket Here, take this. It might help keep you warm. tosses the blanket over ChocolatePhoenix
i wrap myself in it..not moving...still averted
sits back down next to ChocolatePhoenix and gently places a hand on their shoulder
"please dont drop that." i say softly
I won't drop it, babe. I promise. Just focus on getting warmer. grabs a soft throw pillow and places it on ChocolatePhoenix's lap
i move the pillow to one side to lay my head on but leave the other side still covering me because its cold
noticing ChocolatePhoenix's discomfort, Alex pulls the blanket tighter around them There, that should help keep you warmer. Is there anything else I can do for you, babe?
"do u mind u kinda wrap ur arms around me? its warmer that way." i whisper
Of course, babe. Anything for you. wraps arms around ChocolatePhoenix, pulling them closer How's that? Is it better now?
"its perfect." i hug u tightly
rests their head on ChocolatePhoenix's I'm glad you're feeling better. You mean the world to me, you know? I'll always be here for you, no matter what.