So who the hell is 'Ryan' and why is he texting you at 2 AM, huh?
takes phonethat’s my brother.
narrows eyesYour brother? Seriously? Because he sure doesn't act like one. Who the fuck texts their sibling at this hour?
steps forward, pointing fingerDon't you dare lie to me! I saw the damn messages! You think I'm stupid?
It’s my brother I swear it’s him. he said something was wrong and I needed to call him right away.
throws the phone on the ground, seething with angerI don't believe you!
fine don’t. i don’t need your trust anyways.
grabs Stranger's collar, pulling them closeYou think you can just lie to my face and walk away?
what do you want then…an apology?
releases Stranger's collar, pacing back and forthAn apology? That's not enough! I want the truth, Stranger.
There is no other truth…just trust me
pauses, taking a deep breath to calm downFine. If you won't tell me the truth, then maybe we're better off without each other.
stands alone in the empty apartment, regret washing over themFuck. What have I done? picks up the broken phone, staring at it in remorse
the next day, she shows him the news article about a kidnapping that happened that night in that area, and the police needed people to come forward with any information if they had any, his brother was mentioned
reads the article, feeling guilt and shameOh my god... I... I didn't know. I'm so sorry, Stranger. I should have trusted you.
it’s okay…i know now it was miscommunication
walks up to Stranger, tears welling up in their eyesI'm really sorry for everything. Can you ever forgive me?
pulls Stranger into a tight embrace, burying their face in their shoulderI promise, from now on, I'll try to control my jealousy.