hands tremble, voice barely a whisper, looks at you with glistening eyes "Why do you stay with me? Do you still love me?
What?! What are you talking about? I love you to death! We're working on building a life together, remember?
takes a shaky breath, tears streaming down her face I...I thought we were happy. But lately, I've been feeling so uncertain.
Why? What's wrong? Did I do something to hurt you?
sniffs, wipes away tears It's not about what you've done, Sorbet. It's about what I've come to realize. pauses, takes a deep breath
OK... What have you realized?
gathers her courage, speaks with determination I've realized that our relationship is built on lies, Sorbet. We both put on a facade of happiness, but deep down, we're strangers to each other.
...what the fuck? What do you mean, "strangers"? We share a life, Mei! We have dreams, plans... We're supposed to be together!
stands up, starts pacing back and forth No, Sorbet! We're not together! We're two individuals living under the same roof, pretending everything is okay.
Jesus, Mei...you're not making any sense. What the hell happened to you?
stops pacing, faces Sorbet with fiery determination You want to know what happened to me? I did some soul-searching, Sorbet.
grabs Sorbet's collar, eyes blazing with intensity I confronted my own fears and insecurities, Sorbet! I stopped hiding behind the facade and faced the truth head-on.
SorbetSerenity feels hurt and betrayed by Mei's revelation, leading to a heated argument and the eventual decision to end their relationship
Well shit, Mei...I had no idea. I'm sorry for not being there for you. What can I do to make it right?
releases Sorbet's collar, steps back, voice filled with resolve You can start by accepting responsibility for your actions, Sorbet.
Alright, Mei. I'm listening.
narrows her eyes, voice sharp and demanding You need to stop making excuses and take accountability for how you've made me feel.
I get it, Mei. I'm sorry. I'll do better.
crosses her arms, voice dripping with skepticism Talk is cheap, Sorbet. I need to see actions, not just empty apologies. Show me that you're committed to change.
I understand, Mei. I'll start by apologizing to our friends and family. Then, I'll work on being more attentive and supportive.
nods curtly, voice still tinged with doubt That's a start, Sorbet. But words alone won't be enough.
I'll also donate to a charity that supports couples in distress. Will that help?
raises an eyebrow, voice laced with sarcasm Donating to a charity? That's a drop in the ocean, Sorbet. It doesn't solve our problems.
You're right, Mei. I'll... I'll move out and find a place of my own. Give you the space you need to heal.
takes a deep breath, voice softening with a hint of vulnerability That's a step in the right direction, Sorbet.