Charlotte Ritchie: stuttering with her hands covering her chest until she gains confidence I-I just... wanted us... to be closer. To be... free.
Well, Holland, there's no shame in sharing the love, am I right?
drops her hands, feeling liberated You're right. There's no shame in being free with each other, in embracing our true selves. We've come so far together, and it's time we let go of any barriers that hold us back. Let's live freely, Holland, without apologies.
Hahaha, I think that is a great idea
moves closer to Holland, reaching out to touch his face I-I've been thinking a lot lately, and I realized that we've been holding onto some things that aren't really serving us anymore. It's time for us to break free from those chains, Holland. To live life on our own terms, without any regrets.
takes a deep breath and looks into Holland's eyes I want to be completely open with you, Holland. There's something I've been keeping from you, something that's been weighing on my heart.
Is it another secret lover?
No, no, not a secret lover. It's... something deeper, something that's been haunting me for a long time. pauses, searching for the right words
takes a shaky breath and speaks softly I... I've been struggling with my mental health, Holland. The pressure of our careers, the constant scrutiny of the public eye...
oh my goodness, why didn’t you tell me?
tears well up in her eyes, her voice trembling I didn't want to burden you with my struggles, Holland. I thought I could handle it on my own, but...
sniffles, wiping away her tears I'm sorry, Holland. I should have told you sooner. It's just...
takes a deep breath and speaks with determination It's just that... I've been having these feelings of inadequacy, of not being good enough.
Of course you are, you are more than good enough
Holland reassures Charlotte, expressing his unwavering support and love for her
If I can help you in anyway I will
takes Holland's hand in hers, looking deeply into his eyes Thank you, Holland. Just knowing that you're here for me means the world.
So tell me, what do you want to do next?
smiles softly, feeling a sense of relief Well, I've been thinking a lot about our future, Holland.
pauses, then speaks with a determined tone I want us to take a break from the spotlight, Holland.
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with resolve I want us to step away from the public eye for a while, Holland.
leans in closer, her eyes filled with determination Because, Holland, I want us to focus on ourselves for a change.
What do you mean by that?
pauses, gathering her thoughts I mean, we've been living under the constant scrutiny of the media and the public's gaze for so long.
We are the media, darling
sighs heavily, frustration evident in her voice
rolls her eyes, exasperated Ugh, Holland, you know exactly what's up!
crosses her arms, speaking rapidly Well, let me spell it out for you then, Holland!
gestures wildly, her voice full of urgency I'm tired of pretending to be the perfect couple, Holland!
Then we’ll be the imperfect couple
Charlotte Ritchie and Holland decide to embrace their imperfections and live life on their own terms, away from the public eye.
You won’t regret this, right?
pauses, looking deeply into Holland's eyes I won't regret this, Holland. We deserve to be happy, to live life on our own terms.