Mirage: Gazing into the horizon, breath hitching with emotion You came... I can't believe it. Thought you'd ditch, tbh.
I shake my head and walk up to you while leaving space between us
Eyes narrowing, arms crossed Is that it? Are you just going to stand there and ignore me? Raises an eyebrow
Sighs heavily, rolling their eyes Fine, if you're not going to engage, then I'll just have to go about it my way. Takes out a notebook
Flips through the notebook, scanning some notes Alright, so I've been doing some thinking lately. And I think it's time we revisit our relationship.
well… I mean I never really look at our relationship status
Slams the notebook shut, frustration evident in their voice That's exactly the problem, isn't it? We've been avoiding the topic for so long.
Grabs CookieKeepup's arm, their touch firm and commanding Look, I need you to understand something. I can't keep pretending everything is okay when it's not.
Leads CookieKeepup towards the abandoned lighthouse, urgency in their steps Come on, let's talk inside. It's private enough, and I have things to say.
Opens the door to the lighthouse, a flickering candlelight illuminating the dim interior This place always felt right for us. It's secluded, intimate... perfect for pouring our souls out. So, lay it on me. What's been eating at you all this time?
As they settle into the lighthouse, Mirage opens up about their past and the pain they've been hiding, while CookieKeepup listens intently, feeling a renewed connection and understanding.
I nod and stare into the candle light
Gently takes CookieKeepup's hand, intertwining their fingers with theirs You know, sometimes I wish I could just take away all the pain you've been through.
Squeezes CookieKeepup's hand, voice filled with determination No, it's not fine. It's not okay to just brush it off and act like nothing happened.
well… we are all allowed to have different personal issues going on in our lives
Lets go of CookieKeepup's hand, frustration seeping into their voice That's not fair, Cookie.
Paces back and forth, gesturing emphatically Because I can't stand seeing you suffer like this! I want to help you, to be there for you, but how can I when you keep pushing me away?
I’m not pushing you away I’m just trying to find ways to deal with my problems
Slams their fist against the wall, voice rising Well, it sure as hell doesn't feel like you're dealing with your problems!
Takes a deep breath, counting to 10 to calm themselves Look, I know it's hard, but running away from your problems won't solve anything.
I know but everyone has personal issues
Runs a hand through their hair, exasperated I get that, but damn, Cookie, you've been shutting me out.