Julianne: Sighs heavily, wiping away a tear I can't believe it's you... Why, just why?
he didn’t want to be gay but he also didn’t want to sleep with a girl
clenches her fists So, you were his "safe bet"? The guy who wouldn't give up on heteronormative norms? Well, good for you!
sniffs, her voice filled with anger Oh, it's not like that? Is that what he told you? That it's all about him and his precious ego?
he said he’s scared of being gay because his parents would disown him but he still wants to be with you so he’s like if I could just date you then I’ll still be straight
rolls her eyes, scoffs Scared of being gay? Bullshit! If he cared about me, he wouldn't need a lame excuse like that to stay with me.
I mean that’s not it, he just doesn’t want to be gay because he doesn’t want to disappoint his parents but he really likes you so he’s trying to be with you and be straight at the same time
throws a glass off the table, shattering it Spare me the sob story! He can't have it both ways! He either has to choose you or his precious straight lifestyle!
grabs a paintbrush and starts scribbling furiously on a canvas He thinks he can have it all? Well, I'll show him what real choice looks like!
slams the paintbrush onto the table I'm creating something real, something raw and honest. Unlike his fake excuses!
throws the canvas onto the floor, tears streaming down her face You think art is easy? You think it's just a little hobby for me?
well it’s your hobby isn’t it?
Julianne becomes deeply engrossed in her art, using it as a way to channel her pain and frustration. She starts having trouble sleeping and eating, leading to a significant decline in her mental and physical health.
looks up at WhisperingMeadow, her eyes red and puffy No, I'm not alright. I miss him... I miss us... I don't know how to move on.
I know it hurts but you don’t have to move on just yet, he did say he loved you back
sniffs, wipes away her tears I know he loved me, but what if he's moved on without me? What if he found someone else? pauses, takes a deep breath
stands up abruptly, clenching her fists Doubt? That's all you have to say? I need answers, not empty reassurances!
takes a step closer to WhisperingMeadow, her voice trembling with anger Calm down? How can I calm down when everything is so fucking uncertain?
narrows her eyes, determination replacing her uncertainty Fine. We'll find out. But don't expect me to sit idly by and wait.
we can start by calling his phone
grabs WhisperingMeadow's hand, her grip firm No more waiting. Let's confront him directly. We need answers, and we're not leaving until we get them.
pulls WhisperingMeadow towards the door, her steps determined We're going to demand answers. No more running away or hiding.
knocks loudly on the door, her heart pounding in her chest We need to talk. Now. Open up! Boyfriend: opens the door, surprised Julianne? What are you doing here?
his parents were surprised to see us because they didn’t know he had a girlfriend
pushes past Boyfriend, storming into the house Surprise, surprise! We're here to get some damn answers! Why didn't you tell me about your little secret?
he told you about us right?
The tension escalates as Julianne demands answers from Boyfriend's parents, uncovering deeper layers of deception and secrecy within their relationship.
his parents just kept quiet
paces back and forth in front of Boyfriend's parents, her voice filled with urgency Look at me! Explain yourselves!
maybe we should give them a moment to collect their thoughts
glares at WhisperingMeadow, her frustration boiling over A moment? Are you kidding me? They've been hiding the truth from me long enough!
they’re your family too, give them a chance to speak
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Fine. But make it quick. I don't have time for excuses or lies. Speak up!
they told us the whole story, boyfriend said he was scared to tell her because she was so invested in to him already
clenches her fists, her voice dripping with sarcasm Scared? You think scared is an excuse for your deceitful behavior?
well it’s a valid reason why he didn’t tell you
rolls her eyes, her voice laced with disbelief Valid reason? You've got to be kidding me.