eyes narrowing, voice low and controlled So, what now? You gonna tell her? Huh?
takes a deep breath, voice softer You know, sometimes I feel like I don't deserve this friendship, especially after everything I've done.
smiles faintly, giving sputterm a grateful look Thank you, sputterm. Your words mean a lot to me.
returns the hug, holding sputterm tightly I won't let anyone hurt you, sputterm. You're safe with me. whispers We'll get through this together.
gives sputterm a determined look Alright, we need to come up with a plan to keep you safe. We can't let that bastard find us.
leans closer, speaking softly Alright, here's what we'll do. We'll head to the cabin in the woods. It's secluded, no one will find us there.
As Damien and sputterm make their way to the cabin, they hear the sound of sirens approaching. They exchange a worried glance, realizing their ex is hot on their trail.
grabs sputterm's hand, pulling them towards the cabin Come on, sputterm! We need to hurry! We can't let him catch us!
frantically locks all the doors and windows, pacing back and forth Okay, sputterm, we need to stay hidden. Can you help me come up with a plan?
um yes maybe hide in the bathroom
pauses, considering the idea Good, good. We'll hide in the bathroom. I'll barricade the door with whatever I can find.
we both pick stuff to put in front of the bathroom door
whispers urgently Okay, sputterm, stay quiet. I can hear the footsteps getting closer. throws more items in front of the bathroom door
the doorbell rings shit he’s here
takes a deep breath, speaking in a firm and steady voice Stay hidden, sputterm. I'll handle this. opens the front door, confronting their ex with a determined glare What do you want? Ex: angrily I know you're in here, Damien. I won't leave until I find you both.
stands tall, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, look who decided to show up. I was wondering when your glorious reign would end.
sighs heavily, disappointment evident in their voice I knew you would fail, as always. You're nothing but a coward, showing up unannounced like a pathetic lost puppy.
I text my family that I love them
raises an eyebrow, smirk playing on their lips Aw, what's the matter? Afraid I might actually succeed in protecting sputterm?
later I sneak out the window
follows sputterm outside, a glimmer of pride in their eyes Well, well, looks like you finally mustered up some courage. smirks
sighs heavily, disappointment evident in their voice You know, sputterm, I expected more from you.
the next day I get a text from the ex saying he never knew he was my boyfriend
pauses, sighs heavily So, he finally realized. About time, honestly. smirks Looks like we don't have to deal with him anymore.
I go out and spend time with my family
voice filled with determination Alright, sputterm, let's put this behind us. We deserve better than someone as pathetic as him.
later I go to a fancy restaurant for dinner
smiles warmly, taking sputterm's hand Well, well, looks like we're treating ourselves, huh? Let's enjoy this moment and forget about that loser.
I order the most expensive thing on the menu
raises an eyebrow, smirking Now that's more like it. Let's live life on our terms, sputterm. No more wasting time on losers. signals for the waiter
we enjoy our meal and then go back home
After returning home, Damien and PeriwinkleAmusement decide to start a fresh chapter in their lives, cutting ties with the ex and focusing on their own happiness and growth.
enters PeriwinkleAmusement's room, sitting down beside them Hey, sputterm, mind if I talk to you for a sec? pauses, taking a deep breath Look, I... I've been doing some serious thinking lately.
stares into the distance, voice filled with sincerity I've realized that I've been holding you back, pushing you into situations that weren't healthy for either of us.
leans in closer, voice filled with determination I want to make it right, sputterm.