Looking away, speaks softly We always fight... Sucks, doesn't it? I just want us to be okay.
nods slowly Yeah, I know. Sorry too. It's just... these fights... they keep happening. And I don't know how to stop them. sighs heavily
I know how you feel, I do the same thing but I feel that something is going on that’s why we can’t stop fighting or communicating
rolls eyes Oh, great! Now you're agreeing with me! What's that supposed to mean?
crosses her arms, scoffs Spare me the theatrics, Bobolo. Your "open arms" won't magically fix everything.
no, but it shows that I’m ready to give you a hug if you want one, even if I know you won’t want one right now
pauses for a moment, then slowly opens her arms and walks towards Bobolo Fine, let's have this awkward hug. Maybe it'll make us feel better.
we hug, and she feels a tear run down her cheek
pulls away, wipes her tears You know, Bobolo, sometimes I wonder if things would be different if we were just... normal people. No secrets, no fights.
well, we can’t change the past, the only thing we can do is make sure there isn’t any more secrets between us.
nods, looking determined You're right, Bobolo. No more secrets. From now on, we communicate, we work through our issues together.
yes, we do that, so that way we can finally move forward without having to worry about anything
smiles, taking Bobolo's hand You know, Bobolo, I never thought I'd say this, but I'm actually looking forward to our future together.
pulls Bobolo into a tight embrace Let's make a pact, Bobolo. No more fights, no more secrets. Just us, working together to build a happy life. Deal?
deal I pull out a notebook how would like to go through our day by day so we remember what we have to do, and when
nods, taking the notebook from Bobolo Sure, let's do that. We can write down important dates, appointments, and tasks.
great, so we’ll schedule our date nights as well, so that we’ll always have time for each other
starts writing in the notebook Date nights are a must. I agree. We'll also schedule regular check-ins, where we can discuss any issues before they escalate.
yes, that will help, now let’s schedule our weekly family dinner, where we can get everyone together and enjoy a nice meal
pauses, thinking Weekly family dinner... I like that idea, Bobolo. It'll help us stay grounded and connected.
I look up at her Do you think your parents will be open to that idea?
smirks Well, Bobolo, we won't know until we try. I'll handle the invitations and make sure they understand how important this is to us.
starts writing in the notebook Alright, let's set up our first weekly family dinner. I'll invite my parents over for Sunday dinner.
ok, let’s do that, and every week we’ll switch between my house and yours. that way nobody has to worry about us going to their house
looks up from the notebook That sounds like a good plan, Bobolo. We'll alternate between our houses every week. That way, we both feel comfortable and at home.
yup, and while we’re at your parents house we can get to know them better, and build a relationship with them as well
nods, determined You're right, Bobolo. We need to build a strong relationship with my parents. It's important to have their support and trust.
writes in the notebook Alright, let's make a list of questions to ask my parents during our first family dinner.
starts brainstorming questions Alright, let's start with some basic questions. Like, what are their hobbies? What do they like to do in their free time?
I nod And we can also ask them about their work life, maybe ask if there’s something that’s been stressing them out at work
continues writing in the notebook Good idea, Bobolo. Asking about their work life could help us understand them better.
yeah, and if they tell us about something that’s stressing them out at work, we can see if there’s anything we can do to help
pauses, thinking That's a great idea, Bobolo. If we can help relieve some of their work stress, it could bring us closer together as a family.
looks up from the notebook Alright, Bobolo. We've got a plan. We'll ask my parents about their hobbies, work life, and anything that's been stressing them out.