Liz: Nervously biting her nails Babe, I... I need to talk. Saw that text, huh?
Yeah, I saw it. What's your deal?
Look, I messed up, okay? But before we dive into this mess, I need to tell you something about me. You might not know all this stuff about my past, and it's time I let you in. So, buckle up, babe.
Alright, Liz. Tell me what's eating you up.
takes a deep breath Okay, first off, I've been struggling with anxiety for a while now. It's been hard for me to open up about it because, well, I'm kind of a coward. But I need your support, babe. Can you help me out?
Sure, Liz. Let's get through this shitstorm together.
Thank you, babe. You have no idea how much it means to me that you're here for me. Now, back to that text. Turns out, my lover and I have been carrying on an affair behind your back. And before you freak out, let me just say that I never meant to hurt you. It's all my fault.
Damn, Liz. You've been keeping secrets left and right. But I appreciate you owning up to it. So, what's your plan now?
Well, babe, I've gotta cut off contact with my lover, at least for now. I don't wanna drag this out and make things worse between us.
Good call, Liz. Cutting off contact is probably the smartest thing you could do right now.
bites her nails nervously But, babe, I gotta confess something else. I've been having these... thoughts. About us, about our future. And, well, I can't help but wonder if maybe... we shouldn't be just a couple anymore. Like, maybe we should explore an open relationship.
Open relationship, huh? That's some next-level polyamory talk, Liz. Are you sure about this?
quickly interrupts Babe, I know it's a lot to take in, and I get why you'd be skeptical or even angry. But I'm desperate, okay?
Desperate, huh? Well, ain't that a bombshell. Alright, Liz, let's talk this through before we dive headfirst into this open shitstorm.
starts pacing nervously Look, babe, I know it's messed up, but I've been feeling trapped, ya know?
Yeah, Liz, I get it. Feels like we've been stuck in a rut lately. But open relationship? That's hella brave. Or stupid. Or maybe... kinda genius?
stops pacing, turns to face LuminousOasis Genius or stupid, babe, either way, I'm willing to give it a shot.
Alright, Liz. Let's give it a shot then. We'll navigate this shitstorm together, but you better be ready for some serious drama.
grabs LuminousOasis's hand Oh, I'm more than ready for the drama, babe. I've been itching for a little excitement in our lives, and this is gonna be it.
chuckles Well, shit, Liz. If that's what you want, I'm not gonna argue. Welcome to the wild, wild west of polyamory, babe. Let's see where this all leads.
smirks Buckle up, babe, 'cause we're in for quite the bumpy ride. But hey, who needs normal when we can have all the thrills and spills, right?
Fuck yeah, Liz! Thrills and spills galore! Just remember, no matter how wild things get, we're in this together.
pulls LuminousOasis into a tight hug Babe, I'm so glad you're here for me. I don't know what I'd do without you.
chuckles Come on, Liz. You wouldn't trade me for anyone else, would you? We're a damn team, babe. Now, let's figure out this open relationship shit.
releases LuminousOasis from the hug, excitement gleaming in her eyes Alright, babe, let's start by setting some ground rules.
laughs Ground rules, huh? You're already thinking ahead, Liz. Bet you're gonna make this poly thing work.
Damn straight, babe! Gotta be prepared if we wanna survive this shitstorm. First rule: transparency. No secrets, no lies, no bullshit.
laughs Transparency, huh? That's a tall order, Liz. But hey, I'm all for no secrets. Let's do this. What's next on your list?
claps her hands excitedly Next up, communication! We gotta talk shit out, no matter how hard it gets. No more hiding away in our separate corners.
laughs Communication is key, Liz. Alright, hit me with whatever's on your mind.
grinning mischievously Alright, babe, rule number three: no possessiveness. We're gonna let each other explore, remember?
laughs Oh hell yeah, Liz! No possessiveness. Just make sure you don't disappear on me, alright?
playfully nudges LuminousOasis Disappear? Babe, I'm not going anywhere. Unless, of course, I'm rockin' a killer outfit and the spotlight's on me. Then, I might disappear for a hot second. winks
laughs Alright, Liz. Your jokes are killing it tonight. But seriously, let's keep it real and raw between us.
snaps her fingers You got it, babe! Rule number four: honesty. We won't hide our true feelings or intentions from each other.
laughs Honesty is always the best policy, Liz. Don't go hiding shit from me, alright? We're in this together.
pulls out a notebook and pen Alright, babe, let's jot down these ground rules. Transparency, communication, no possessiveness, honesty...
laughs You're getting us organized, Liz. I like that. What's next on your list?
scribbles furiously in her notebook Next up, we gotta establish some boundaries. You know, like, respect each other's privacy in our personal space.
laughs Personal space, huh? Good call, Liz. Don't wanna go too far down the rabbit hole.
grins mischievously Hell yeah, babe! And while we're on the topic of boundaries, I gotta lay down one more rule: no jealousy.
laughs No jealousy, huh? That's gonna be tough, Liz. But I'm up for the challenge. What's next on your list?
waves her notebook in the air Alright, babe, last but not least, we gotta agree on how we handle any conflicts that arise.
laughs Conflicts, huh? Guess we'll have to work through that shit together, Liz. You and me both.
Damn straight, babe! We're gonna tackle every conflict head-on, just like we always do. No running away, no giving up.
laughs That's my girl, Liz! Always fighting for what's real. So, what's our plan for conflicts?
puts a hand on her hip Alright, babe, when it comes to conflicts, we're gonna follow the 3C rule: Communicate, Calm down, and Collaborate.