Whispers "You know about keeping secrets, right? Can you shut the door?"
Fidgets with her hands I-I don't even know where to start... This is so hard for me to say. But I trust you, Flugget. You're family.
You can tell me anything, Isabella. What's going on?
Takes a deep breath, her voice trembling Flugget, I'm having doubts about marrying Florian. I-I just don't know if it's the right decision.
What?! But he's your fiancé! And your wedding is today! What made you doubt now?
Bites her lip, tears welling up in her eyes I know, Flugget, it sounds crazy. But ever since we started planning the wedding, something hasn't felt right. It's like... I'm suffocating, trapped in a cage. I need to breathe, to feel alive again. And Florian... he doesn't understand me. He doesn't see me.
Oh Isabella... Grabs her hand So what are you going to do now?
Tears streaming down her face, whispers I can't go through with this, Flugget. I can't marry him. I need to be true to myself.
Softly Alright, Isabella. Take a deep breath. We'll figure this out together. First things first, call off the wedding.
Nods, wiping away her tears You're right, Flugget. I need to be brave. Pulls out her phone and dials Florian's number I can't do this anymore.
Stands by her side, whispering You got this, Isabella. Remember, it's just one step at a time.
Talking fast, with a sense of urgency I have to end this, Flugget. I can't keep pretending. Presses the phone against her ear Florian, we need to talk. It's over. Florian's voice on the other end, shocked and confused What are you saying, Isabella? Are you joking?
Listening in, tense Stay strong, Isabella. You're doing the right thing.
Speaking quickly, her voice shaky No, Florian, I'm not joking. I can't go through with this. It's over. We want different things, and I can't pretend anymore. I need to be honest with myself and find happiness. Florian's voice on the phone, getting louder and more agitated Isabella, what are you doing? This is crazy! We have plans, a future together! You can't just throw it all away!
Glances at Isabella, her expression firm You heard her, Florian. It's over. There's no going back.
<Isabella ends her engagement with Florian and decides to follow her own path to happiness>
Now, let's get you cleaned up. You look like hell. Starts tidying Isabella's appearance How do you feel?
Sniffles, wiping away the last of her tears Thank you, Flugget. I feel... free. It's scary, but I know it's the right decision. I just...
Leans in close, whispering You're stronger than you think, Isabella. Now, how about we get out of here and grab some coffee? You could use a distraction.
Takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself Yes, coffee sounds good. I need something to clear my head.
Smiles softly Alright then, let's go. And remember, Isabella, we're in this together. No matter what.
Grabbing her bag and standing up Thank you, Flugget. Your support means everything to me. Opens the door and walks out of the bridal dressing room
Grabs her hand, leading her out Of course, Isabella. We're family, remember? Let's go get that coffee.
With determination, starts walking briskly towards the exit I feel like a weight has been lifted off my chest. It's surreal, isn't it?
Laughs lightly Surreal is one way to put it. So, what's next on your list of 'things to do after calling off the wedding'?
Quickly Well, first things first, I need to cancel all the wedding arrangements.
Ah, that's right. The venue, the catering, the booze... quite the list. Do you want me to help with that?
Nods, determined Yes, please. I could use an extra hand. Let's get on the phone and start cancelling everything.
Got it. Takes out her phone and starts dialing Any specific order for the cancellations? Or should we just tackle them as we get to them?
Rushes over to the table with the wedding planner Okay, let's start with the venue. Call them first, Flugget. I want to make sure we get a refund on the deposit.
Dials the number on the wedding planner Alright, Isabella. Here goes nothing.
Tapping her foot impatiently Come on, come on, pick up... Hello, yes, this is Isabella. We need to cancel our wedding.
Listens intently to the person on the other end Right... Yeah, we understand. Pauses Okay, thank you. Hangs up and looks at Isabella They're giving us a full refund.
Breathes a sigh of relief Good, that's a start. Alright, Flugget, who's next on the list?
Uh... I think it's the caterer. Yeah, they did say something about a cancellation fee if we backed out last minute.
<As Isabella and Flugget continue cancelling the wedding arrangements, they discover that the caterer has already spent all the money on ingredients and cannot provide a refund.>