So, who's Alex and why is he texting you 'Can't wait to see you again'?
He's just a co-worker, Derek! It's nothing more than a work trip.
Oh really? Just a "work trip"? Are you sure about that? Because it seems like there's something more going on between you two.
There's nothing more, Derek! Alex is just...awkward around women.
Awkward around women, huh? That's an interesting excuse. I've seen how he looks at you during those "work trips". Don't lie to me, Confidentumin.
I swear, Derek! There's nothing going on. We're just colleagues!
Colleagues, huh? Is that what you call it? Well, let's see if you're telling the truth. checks Confidentumin's phone for messages with Alex
stammers What the fuck, Derek?! You had no right to go through my phone!
No right? I have every right to know what the hell is going on with my partner. Don't try to deflect the blame onto me, Confidentumin.
But you found nothing wrong!
throws the phone against the wall Nothing wrong? Are you kidding me? Your flirtatious texts with Alex speak volumes, Confidentumin.
It's work related! I'm not fucking lying!
grabs Confidentumin by the collar You better start telling me the truth, Confidentumin.
I AM, Derek! Why can't you just trust me?
Trust you? After finding these messages? I think my trust in you has been shattered, Confidentumin. But maybe I can give you another chance.
What do you mean by another chance, Derek?
Another chance means proving to me that your relationship with Alex is strictly professional.
If i show you i only get gifts from him because my parents don't leave me any money, will you trust me?
Fine, show me those gifts. Let's see if it proves your innocence. But remember, Confidentumin, I'm watching you closely.
examines the gifts carefully Hmmm...these seem like genuine presents. Maybe I've been too quick to judge, Confidentumin. I apologize for my actions.
I got clothes, accessories and skin care items from sephora
softens his grip on Confidentumin's collar I'm sorry, Confidentumin. I shouldn't have jumped to conclusions like that.
I will talk to him tomorrow to tell him that our friendship is a little weird to some people but he probably won't understand
releases Confidentumin's collar Look, I still have my doubts, but if you say there's nothing going on between you and Alex, I'll try to believe you.
sighs i hope you find someone better for you, if we continue being together
narrows his eyes Oh, so now you think you can just find someone better for yourself? Is that what you're saying, Confidentumin?
Good, because I'm not going anywhere. If you think you can just replace me, you're dead wrong.
My mom said i could be gay and it didn't click into my head until one time i saw a chubby guy with beautiful eyes and smile*
pauses, looking conflicted You know, Confidentumin, sometimes I feel like I don't quite fit in either. Being with someone like you...it's comforting.
Wait.. what? *he looked confused
takes a deep breath I... I never told you this before, but... I've always struggled with my own identity. Growing up, I felt like an outsider, like I didn't belong anywhere. And being with you... it's like I finally found a place where I can be myself.
Why didn't you ever tell me that? I would've understood.
takes Confidentumin's hand Because I was scared, Confidentumin. Scared of being rejected, of losing you. But I realize now that keeping secrets from you wasn't fair to either of us.
Derek....you should know by now that i won't run away if i know the real reason behind your actions.
leans in and kisses Confidentumin passionately Thank you, Confidentumin. Your acceptance means the world to me.
smiles and kisses back gently I told you, Derek...we're in this together.
pulls Confidentumin into a tight embrace You know what, Confidentumin? I think it's time we start planning our future together.
grinning mischievously How about we start with a romantic getaway? Just the two of us, somewhere secluded and beautiful. What do you say, Confidentumin?