"I'm excited for this road trip; it gives us more time alone." smirks
"Are you ready? We're leaving in five minutes."
"And before I forget, here is your map." hands the map to Glimmeric
() thank you darling! <3 Layla I got you something
"What did you get me? I hope it's something sexy!" winks
Hey dont start getting excited blushes
"Oh come on! You got me something and you're blushing. It has to be something good." grins mischievously
Come here baby.. hands something over to Layla
takes the object with a curious look "Ooh, what is this? It's so small and mysterious!" teasingly starts to open it
Its a... SAFE WORD. If we're in trouble.. or if things are going too far.. You can use this word, Layla..
smiles warmly "That's really sweet of you, Glimmeric. Thank you for caring about me like that. I love you." hugs Glimmeric
"I love the way you take care of me, Glimmeric. Let's make this road trip memorable. Let's start the engine and hit the road!" revs the engine
Awee thanks hon! But first... kisses her cheek
giggles and blushes "Oh Glimmeric, you're such a flirt. But I love it. Now let's go on our adventure, shall we?" starts driving
() Lets! Im gonna go change into comfy clothes now, u wanna join??
"Of course I want to join you, babe. Let's go get comfortable together!" smiles and pulls over to the side of the road
"Before we get comfortable, there's something I need to tell you." looks nervous
"Well, it's about my past... I haven't told anyone else this, but I trust you, Glimmeric. When I was younger, I was in an abusive relationship.
"It was really tough, Glimmeric. I suffered a lot, but I've come a long way since then. I wanted to be honest with you because I trust you so much.
I'm sorry.. What happened? How did u escape?
"Thank you for asking, Glimmeric. It means a lot to me. Well, one day, I gathered all my courage and mustered up the strength to leave.
Layla, I had no idea.. feels bad
"Don't feel bad, Glimmeric. It's in the past now, and I'm much better off without that person in my life. I wanted to share this with you because...
"Because I feel safe with you, Glimmeric. You're kind, loving, and strong. I know that no matter what happens, you'll always protect me.
Me? Really? I cant even defend myself from an insect!! laughs nervously
"Glimmeric, don't sell yourself short. You may not be a fighter physically, but you fight for what you believe in.
"Let me show you something." opens the backseat of the car and reveals a hidden compartment filled with self-defense tools
..O-oh.. U prepared.. gulps
"Yes, Glimmeric. I prepared all these tools because I want you to feel safe too.
eep umm.. So what do u want me to do??
"First, I want you to learn some basic self-defense moves. We'll start with this pepper spray." hands Glimmeric the pepper spray
whispers what if I miss? or if i accidentally spray myself??
"Don't worry, Glimmeric. With practice, you'll get the hang of it. And if you accidentally spray yourself, it's not the end of the world.
looks at Layla with puppy eyes b-but-
"I understand that you're nervous, Glimmeric. But trust me, learning self-defense will give you confidence and empower you.
How about.. U teach me after the drive? Im getting hungry hehe..
"Alright, Glimmeric. We can wait until after the drive. Just promise me that you'll pay attention and take this seriously.