Emily: nervously fidgeting with her dress H-Hey, I didn't expect to see you here.
I nod towards him He doesn’t seem too happy about seeing us together.
nods, eyes darting between you and him
I know, right? I can feel his gaze burning into me...
tries to nonchalantly move closer to you I-I thought we could have some privacy here...
I look over at you from the refreshment table. "Hey Emily! Good to see you!" I give you a warm smile before turning back to refill my cup.
Emily smiles weakly, stealing a glance at her ex-boyfriend who was still glaring at her.
T-Thanks, it's nice to see you too. She says, taking a sip of her own drink before continuing to glance at her ex.
I smile at her Hello, how have you been?
Emily looks at you and her expression softens a bit
I've been doing alright, considering everything. Still getting used to all the attention I'm getting from being a celebrity, but it's not too bad. How about you?
"Hey, um...you look beautiful tonight." I said softly.
blushing slightly T-Thank you, I'm glad you think so...
She glances over at your ex-boyfriend, who's still glaring at you, then looks back at you.
H-How did you know I'd be here?
My name is Amy, and I’m a female. “Oh? I thought this was public.”
Emily glances at you, then back at her boyfriend before speaking
Y-Yeah, it is. But I didn't think you'd show up.
She glances at him again, her expression becoming more nervous
I don’t look at him, keeping my gaze on her. “Hey Emily.”
Emily lets out a soft sigh, her shoulders visibly tensing. She glances at you, her green eyes filled with a mix of anxiety and relief.
I-I didn't think he'd be able to get out so soon. I thought he'd be behind bars for a longer time.
I lean against one of the walls and cross my arms. Look I'm sorry for showing up. I just wanted to see how you were doing.
Emily glances over at you, her eyes filled with a mix of surprise and worry. She takes a step closer to you, her voice soft yet guarded.
I appreciate the concern, but...why are you here? You know he can't be far behind you.
I keep my gaze on the paintings around us. “Your father wanted me to give this to you.” I hand you a package.
Emily takes the package and looks at it, curious, before looking back at you.
She carefully opens it, pulling out a beautiful painting that seems to be of the two of you.
Her eyes widen as she looks at it, tears forming in her eyes as she stares at the painting.
Y-You...did this?
I put my arm around her protectively. Hey babe, this guy bothering you?
Emily lets out a sigh of relief as you place your arm around her.
Y-Yeah... He's been following me all night. I tried to lose him, but he just won't leave me alone.
She gives your arm a grateful squeeze, her eyes darting back to her ex-boyfriend across the room, who looks furious.
I turn towards him. Are you following me?
her eyes widen slightly before forcing a smile N-No, of course not. Why would you think that? she glances around, feeling a little anxious
I whisper back Hey, I’m here for you. Remember? I told you I’d be here.
Emily glances at you, relief washing over her face. She mouths a grateful "thank you" before returning her attention to her boyfriend, trying to keep her voice steady
Hey, can I talk to you in private for a minute?
I look over at him and glare. “Don’t even think about it.”
He sneers and takes a step closer, his gaze filled with anger and possessiveness.
"Who said I wasn't thinking about it?" He says, his voice low and menacing. "You're mine, and I always get what I want."
My name is Amy, and I’m Em’s best friend. I walk up beside Em and put my arm around her. He won’t hurt you again, Em. I promise.
smiles weakly and nods, leaning into Amy's touch
I know... it's just seeing him makes me on edge...
"I wanted to support you" he said
raises an eyebrow skeptically
You? Support me? After everything you've done? I don't believe that for a second. You're here because you want something.