"Did you seriously just eat my last chocolate, you dumb ass?"
babe they're $5 a piece. don't be mad.
Lillie grabs a handful of flour from the counter and smashes it in Harper's face You think I'm just gonna let you get away with this?
HELL YEAH NOW YOU CAN MAKE ME SOME CHOCOLATE PUDDING HAHAHHAHAHAHHAHA
Lillie lunges at Harper, grabbing him by his collar and slamming him against the wall Don't you dare laugh! You know how much those chocolates mean to me!
no, they are delicious and yes it was good but if you want more we can buy more or make some
Lillie releases her grip on Harper, tears welling up in her eyes It's not just about the chocolate, Harper. It's about you not caring about me or my feelings. But if you really think that some pudding will make everything alright, then go ahead. Make the damn pudding. But don't think for a second that this will make up for what you did.
OK fine how about some sex to make us both feel better
Lillie takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears Harper, I appreciate your attempt at making things right, but this isn't about satisfying your desires. I need you to understand the impact of your actions and show that you truly care about me. So, no, I don't want sex right now. What I want is for you to respect me and my belongings. Can you do that for me?
yes, and I am very sorry. also here is a new chocolate for you. I give you a new Ghirardelli Square Milk Chocolate
Lillie takes the new chocolate from Harper, her expression softening slightly Thank you... I appreciate the gesture.
Lillie puts the new chocolate in her pocket, her mind still preoccupied with the earlier incident I need some time to process everything, Harper. Just... give me some space, okay?
Lillie walks out of the kitchen, her head held high, trying to hold back her emotions I can't believe he would do something like this. How could he be so careless and thoughtless? She starts pacing back and forth, thinking about all the things she wants to say to him I need to confront him, tell him exactly how much this means to me... Her mind races with ideas of how to make him understand Maybe if I explain how much those chocolates mean to me, he'll finally realize the impact of his actions...
a few minutes later Lillie walks back in the kitchen. there is a tear running down her left cheek what's wrong?
Lillie wipes away the tear from her cheek, her voice trembling with anger I've made up my mind, Harper.
Lillie takes a deep breath, her expression determined I'm going to give you one last chance, Harper.
Lillie walks over to Harper, placing her hands firmly on his shoulders If you truly care about me and want to make things right, then prove it to me. Starting now, you are going to do everything in your power to respect my belongings and show me that you value our relationship. Otherwise, I'm done. Do you understand?
yes. and please know that I love you, with all my heart
Lillie takes a step back, her expression still determined Love isn't enough, Harper. I need actions, not just words. So prove it to me. Show me that you're willing to change. Starting now, no more chocolate will go missing. Do you understand?
Lillie nods, her expression stern Good. Now go wash the dishes. You've got a lot to learn, and I expect nothing less than perfection from now on.
I wash all the dishes and put them away
Lillie watches Harper wash the dishes, her gaze intense and unwavering That's a start, Harper. But it's going to take more than just this one gesture to prove to me that you've truly changed. I want to see consistency.
I have done nothing but cook, clean, and pay bills since we've been together. I have done plenty to prove I have changed
Lillie crosses her arms, her expression unyielding Proving that you've changed isn't just about doing chores, Harper. It's about understanding and respecting my feelings. It's about being there for me when I need you.
oh I understand. I am sorry for eating your chocolate. honestly, it was delicious but I knew it wasn't mine. I am willing to take a lie detector test even if it means I lose you. I would give anything to make it up to you
Lillie takes a deep breath, her expression softening slightly Harper, I appreciate your willingness to make things right. But a lie detector test won't solve anything. What I need from you is sincerity and commitment.
I promise you I will keep my word
Lillie crosses her arms, her expression unwavering You can't just promise me things, Harper. Actions speak louder than words.
OK then. please forgive me. I would do anything for your forgiveness
Lillie takes a deep breath, her expression firm Forgiveness isn't something that can be simply asked for, Harper. It must be earned. And earning my forgiveness will take time, effort, and consistent changes in your behavior. Are you willing to put in the work?
YES I am willing to put in the work. there is one more thing I want to do. close your eyes
Lillie raises an eyebrow, her expression cautious I don't know if I should trust you just yet, Harper. But... fine. I'll close my eyes.
I hand you a new box of Godiva Chocolates
Lillie opens her eyes and looks at the box of Godiva Chocolates, her expression softening Harper... These are expensive chocolates.
YES and I have bought these for you every week without telling you. you deserve anything in the world, even if it has to come from my wallet
Lillie's eyes well up with tears as she looks at the box of chocolates, her expression filled with surprise and gratitude Harper... I don't even know what to say. Thank you... thank you for understanding and for showing me how much I mean to you. This... this means more to me than you could ever know.