Liam: stops walking, looks down So, um, there's something I need to tell you! I'm... actually married.
Liam rubs the back of his neck, avoiding eye contact Well, you're... my girlfriend. But technically, I'm already married. I haven't exactly been upfront about it, though.
I stop and look at him confused wait what?
Yeah, I know it's a lot to take in, but I just couldn't keep it from you any longer. It's true, I'm married. But don't worry, it's not what you think! I still love you, I promise!
sighs, looks guilty I know, I know, I should've told you earlier, but I just didn't know how. But listen, it's not as bad as it sounds! I didn't even love her; I only married her because our parents forced me into it. It's all a mess, but I swear, my feelings for you are real!
What? Why didn’t you tell me?
Liam runs his fingers through his hair, looking guilty I... I didn't know how to tell you. It's a long story. But I didn't mean to lie to you.
I stop and look at him excuse me?!
he sighs, running a hand through his hair I know, it's a lot to take in. I never thought I'd have to tell you this. I... I got married before we even met.
what?!? why didn’t you say anything before
looks at you apologetically I know, I know, it's a lot to take in. I just... I didn't want to ruin our time together. I didn't think it was important.
Yeah, I know, it's a bit of a shocker. But it's true. I'm married.
What do you mean? You're cheating on me?
sighs No, no, no, it's not like that. I didn't mean to keep it from you, but... it's complicated. I never wanted to hurt you, but I had no choice.
wait what? how long have you been married?
rubs the back of his neck, looking guilty I've been married for about a year now. I know, I know, it's a lot to take in. But please, just hear me out!
I let out a heavy sigh of relief oh thank god I was afraid you were going to say you were gay
Liam gives you a confused look Wait, what? Why were you worried about that?
I smirk oh? who's the lucky lady?
looks at you, surprised by your nonchalant reaction You're not mad?
What?!I look at him in disbeliefMarried?!!
He nods sheepishly, looking down at the ground
Yes... I know this is a lot to take in, but hear me out. It's a long story, but I was forced into it by my family.
what?! she stops walking looking shocked
looks away, avoiding eye contact Yeah, I know it's a lot to take in. It was a hasty decision, I admit. But, um, it's true. I've been married for a few months now.
What? Are you kidding me? Why would you lie about that?
rubs the back of his neck, avoiding eye contact Well, I wasn't really lying...it's just...complicated.
okay? why does that matter?
looks at you with surprise Wait, you're not mad? You're not even surprised? I thought you'd be furious or upset!
What?! eyes widen When? Why didn't you tell me?
Liam runs his fingers through his hair, feeling guilty. It's a long story, but basically, it was all a huge misunderstanding. See, I was on a diplomatic mission, and the princess I met there... Well, we kind of got carried away, and next thing I knew, we were married.
wait what?! I look at him confused and shocked
looks away, avoiding eye contact Yeah, I know it's a lot to take in. It's a long story, but basically, my parents arranged the marriage when I was really young. I've been pretending to be single this whole time.
oh so that’s why you’re always out of town?
nods sheepishly Yeah, I've been... working on some things. It's complicated, but the long distance was necessary for my career. I didn't want to worry you or keep secrets from you, so I figured honesty was best.
looks down, avoiding eye contact Yeah, I know, it's not ideal... I know we've been together for a while now, and I know this changes everything... But I just couldn't lie to you.