Alex: Babe, why didn't you tell me about the bar? With your ex? Seriously?
Dude, I don't know... something just feels off tonight.
picks up his skateboard Something's definitely off, alright. You're gonna explain yourself right now, babe.
grabs MelonAwe's arm, forcing eye contact Don't you dare look away from me right now! I need to know what's going on!
Scared? Scared of what, MelonAwe? Did that fuckin' ex threaten you? Is that it? Huh? Answer me, goddammit!
throws his skateboard aside Then what the fuck is it, huh? Spit it out! I ain't got all day here!
grabs MelonAwe's chin, forcing her to meet his gaze You better start talking, and fast. I won't tolerate this bullshit anymore.
I was trying to protect you…
Protect me? From what? From the fact that you're a fucking liar and a coward? Is that it, MelonAwe? Are you too afraid to face the truth?
No, you’re not understanding, I was trying to protect you, because I know what you’ll do, you’ll overreact and make a big deal out of it, and you’ll get hurt
takes a step back, his voice softens Overreact? Hurt? MelonAwe, you think I would ever intentionally hurt you?
no, that’s not what I’m saying
runs a hand through his hair, sighs Shit, MelonAwe, I... I didn't mean to come at you like that. I guess... I just...
Alex storms out of the bar, leaving MelonAwe alone to grapple with his anger and confusion.
arrives at MelonAwe's apartment, looking weary MelonAwe, can we talk? I... I think I let my anger get the best of me last night.
sits down on the couch, staring at the floor Look, I know I can be hot-headed sometimes, but that doesn't mean I don't care about you.
ok, so what are you saying?
takes a deep breath and looks directly at MelonAwe I'm saying... I want to work through this. I want to understand why you kept that from me.