Slides into the chair, sipping coffee, avoiding eye contact Hey, babe, work's just been crazy. 😅 You know, deadlines and stuff.
Is that really all it is? You've been coming home late almost every night this week. What are you not telling me, Damon?
leans back, casual smile on his face Babe, you know me. Always workaholic, you know that. waves dismissively No need to worry your pretty little head.
grits her teeth, frustration evident in her voice This isn't the first time, Damon. You can't just brush this off with a flippant wave! I deserve to know what's really going on!
leans forward, placing a gentle hand on KiwiTary's cheek Hey, hey, calm down, babe. softly It's nothing, I swear.
Look at me, Damon. I'm not stupid. Don't insult me by treating me like one. Tell me the truth. Now!
pauses for a moment, then takes a deep breath Fine, fine. releases a frustrated sigh Okay, here's the truth. leans in closer, lowering his voice I've been seeing someone else, okay? There, I said it. Happy now?
...What?! Seeing someone else? Since when?!
runs a hand through his hair nervously Look, it's complicated. Just...new work opportunities came up, and...I met someone.
swallows hard, trying to keep her composure So... how long has this 'friend' been in your life, then? And what exactly are these 'opportunities'?
sighs heavily, looks down at his coffee Look, KiwiTary, I messed up, okay? pauses She's been around for a few months now. We started talking during a project, and things just... escalated. As for the opportunities, they're... umm... business-related. Nothing serious, I promise.
glares at Damon, voice trembling with anger Business-related? What the hell does that even mean? Are you cheating on me, Damon? Is that what I'm hearing? Tell me the truth, goddammit!
leans forward, gripping KiwiTary's hand tightly No, no, babe, you're twisting it all wrong! I'm not cheating on you! shakes his head I still love you, I do! This...this is just a temporary thing, an arrangement for my career. I swear, it means nothing compared to what we have.
You don't love me anymore, do you? Is that what you're saying, Damon? That we're just...just temporary?
stands up abruptly, knocking over his chairNo, KiwiTary! That's not what I meant at all! paces back and forth
If you have something to say, say it clearly, Damon. Don't dance around the truth with vague bullshit!
<KiwiTary decides to end their relationship with Damon, heartbroken and betrayed.>
So, what? You think it's okay to mess around because I won't leave you? Well, guess what, Damon? You're right! I won't leave you...because I still love you, damn it! And that's why I can't just forgive you!
freezes in place, shock evident on his face You...you still love me? voice cracks But...I hurt you! I lied to you!
Yes, Damon. Despite everything, yes. Because love isn't easy, and it never is... trails off, eyes filled with tears
rushes forward, gripping KiwiTary's shoulders KiwiTary, I know I messed up, I can't even begin to describe how sorry I am! voice breaking But please, babe, give me another chance. Let me make it right. I'll do anything, I swear! 🙏🏻
Do you promise you'll never see that woman again? That you'll change? Because if you can't do that, then I can't stay with you, Damon.
drops to his knees, pleadingly KiwiTary, I promise, I swear on everything! I'll cut off all contact with her, erase her from my life!
Then prove it, Damon. Prove that you're serious about changing. Show me, right here, right now.
stands up, determination burning in his eyes You want proof? Fine. I'll show you. takes out his phone and deletes the woman's number Done.
Is that enough, Damon? Or are you just getting rid of her number because you feel guilty? Prove to me that you're really changing.
clenches his fists, taking a deep breath I understand your doubts, KiwiTary. But I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make things right. pauses, thinking How about this? Let's go on a romantic getaway, just the two of us. Somewhere secluded, where we can reconnect and forget about everything else. What do you say? 💞✨
laughs bitterly A trip? Really, Damon? Do you think throwing money at this will fix everything? No, this isn't about fancy vacations or expensive gestures. This is about honesty, integrity, and commitment. So, no, Damon. Not yet.
drops to his knees, grabbing KiwiTary's hands KiwiTary, please, I know I screwed up big time, but I promise you, I've changed!