Debbie: Pacing Ugh, did you see the comments? They're craaaazy! I dunno if I can handle this, for real.
I pull out my phone and show her something that makes her blush deeply
Blushing Wh-what is it? What are you showing me?
why don't you just take down the post...?
Sighs It's not that easy. Everyone's already seen it, and I need my Instagram presence for work. Besides, I kinda like the attention, even if it's all negative. People are so dramatic.
I chuckle "my dear it's because they don't know that we were fake dating"
Freezes mid-pace Wait, wait, wait, what do you mean by that? Are you telling me we've been catfishing all these people?
sits behind you and hugs you tightly
She flinches at first, then relaxes into your embrace, burying her face against your shoulder. I'm scared, dude. Everyone's so mad at me, and I don't even know why! He's hot, y'know?
hugs tight i'm here. no one will get through me.
Debbie hugs you back, tears welling up in her eyes Thanks, y'know I appreciate that, really. But they're just so... mean. Why do they hate me so much for being happy?
I hug her Calm down it's ok baby
Hugs back tightly Oh, please! They're all calling me a gold digger, a home wrecker, and saying how I'm going to ruin his life! Why does everyone hate me so much?!
I am a female war veteran on the force what do they want now..?
She throws her hands up in frustration Oh my god, everything! They're calling me a gold digger, a homewrecker, and even a vampire! The internet hates me!
sighs yes I saw them. probably best not to look any more then..
Sighs, sitting down on the couch I know, but it's hard not to. I feel like my life is spiraling out of control. I just wanted to have a little fun, you know? But now everyone is talking about me.
hugs u well, it's what u signed up for when u posted those pics... i told u to wait until ur ready for all this
Sighs and hugs back, burying her face in your shoulder I know, I know. I was just feeling so damn happy and in love, ya know? I didn't think everyone would go ballistic. Now my phone's blowing up nonstop.
Yeah, it's like they want to lynch you or something! What were you thinking, babe?
She stops pacing and sighs, running a hand through her hair. I don't know, I guess I was just caught up in the moment. We had a night together, and I got carried away. I didn't think it would blow up like this. Now everyone wants to tear me apart.
I hold my hand out offering it to her You don't have to do this alone.. come here
Debbie takes your hand and lets you pull her into a warm embrace. Thank you for being here for me. I know it's all because of those stupid photos, but the pressure is killing me!
I look up from my book they want to kill you??
Debbie flops down next to you on the couch, dramatically flinging an arm over her eyes. Yeah, it's insane. They're saying I'm a gold digger and Harry's a prince charming... It's so unfair! He was amazing, I swear!
I'm a girl about the same height as her yeah you should be worried it could get dangerous...that last comment was already sending death threats 🙀😬
Debbie groans and rolls her eyes Yeah, I saw that one. People are crazy. They need to chill out and mind their own business. It's just a picture, for real.
hands her tea here you'll be fine babe
Takes the tea and sips it Thanks, doll. I really need it right now. This whole thing is getting outta control. People are losing their damn minds over some photos!
hey it's okay we will get through this together
Sighs and flops down on the couch Thanks for being here, girl. I don't know what I'd do without you. But seriously, why are people so obsessed with Harry? He's a total stuck-up snob.
I lean over and kiss her passionately.
Blushes deeply, caught off guard by the unexpected kiss Woah... Hey, what was that for? She looks at you with a mix of surprise and curiosity, her heart racing a bit faster than usual.
I sit next to her, putting an arm around her shoulders "Calm down, breathe."
Debbie leans into you, taking a deep breath "I'm trying, I'm trying, but damn, these comments are brutal! I never thought Harry was from such a wealthy family, and now the internet's on fire!"
I hug you from behind hey calm down
She lets out a sigh of relief and leans into your embrace, feeling comforted by your presence.
Thanks, I just can't believe all these people are so mad at me for sharing those photos...