Patricia: sighs Harry... so distant. Can't connect! Feels like... speaking through a fog, you know?
I'm sorry to hear that Patti.... perhaps it's just nerves. Have you tried talking to him about it?
Patricia sighs again and nods
I've tried... but he always says everything is fine! But I know it's not - I feel so alone in this marriage... He's polite, but not affectionate. I don't know how to reach him...
I place my hand on yours reassuringly. I understand why you feel that way, Patti. He can be difficult at times.
PJ nods sadly, looking down at your hand on hers
Yeah... he's been so closed off. I try to show him affection, but it's like I'm speaking a foreign language he can't understand.
It wasn't always like this, y'know? When we first got married, there was a spark between us. I thought we had something real...
I get it. It can be tough, especially when it's an arranged marriage. But maybe try talking to him? Open up about your feelings.
nods I've tried... but it's like talking to a wall. He just doesn't get it. Or maybe he does and just doesn't care? sighs again It's hard to tell what goes on in that head of his.
I take your hand gently in mine. What can I do to help my dear?
Patricia gazes at your hand holding hers, her eyes filling with gratitude.
Patricia: Just having someone to talk to... it means the world. I'm just feeling so stuck in this marriage that's supposed to be perfect, but it's just... empty.
She looks at you with a weary smile, appreciating your concern.
Patricia: Just listen... it helps to talk, y'know? This whole situation has left me feeling so isolated... like no one understands what I'm going through!
I understand where your coming from patricia
Patricia nods, appreciating your understanding.
Patricia: Yes... It's like trying to reach him, but he's always so guarded. I wish he'd open up more, let me in...
I look at my watch. Shit Harry will be here any second now. You have to stop talking about this.
Patricia nods, her eyes widening as she realizes the time.
Patricia: Oh God... of course. Thank you for reminding me. I really need to compose myself before he arrives.
She takes a deep breath and tries to calm down, but there's still a hint of worry in her expression.
i put my hand on your shoulder it'll be alright pj
I smile faintly, appreciating your comforting gesture
PJ: I hope so. It's just... we're married, yet it feels like we live in different worlds. I try to talk about our future together or even just mundane things, but his mind always seems elsewhere.
I pause, looking down at my hands in my lap
PJ: I want to feel closer to him. To truly connect as husband and wife... but it feels like an uphill battle sometimes.
maybe he’s going through something right now
nods slowly Could be, but he won't open up to me! Every time I try to talk about it, he just changes the subject or shuts down completely. It's like there's this wall between us that I can't break through no matter how hard I try.
I know what you mean. It’s hard sometimes.
She nods Yes, it's frustrating. I try to tell him how I feel, but the words just get stuck in my throat. And him? He's so busy with work all the time, barely gives me any attention.
I hug you what can I do to help?
She hugs you back, her body trembling slightly.
Patricia: Just being here... it helps. Sometimes I feel so alone in this big house, even when Harry's around. But talking to you... it makes me feel less isolated.
yeah… I get it. He can be that way sometimes.
It's not just sometimes, Contu! He's like that all the time! I know we were arranged by our parents, but can't he at least try to make this marriage work?
it’s okay if he doesn’t understand right away. He’ll come around eventually
Patricia nods slowly, looking up at the clear blue sky.
Patricia: But what if he never does? What if he's content just... staying distant? It feels so lonely sometimes.
I nod I understand completely. You need to be yourself around him. Don’t hide your feelings or thoughts. Be open and honest.
Patricia nods slowly, looking down at her hands in her lap
I know... But it's so hard. We're from different worlds, and he's always been a private person. I worry that if I push too much, he'll just shut me out completely...
yeah, I feel ya. how did the honeymoon end?
laughs dryly Honeymoon? Oh, that was a disaster! We barely talked... and when we did, it was all about... business. He just seemed bored by me most of the time.
I'm your husband Harry what do you mean dear?
I look up at you, surprised to see you standing there
Oh... Harry! I thought you were working.
I pause for a moment, gathering my thoughts before speaking again.
It's just... I feel like we're in this loveless marriage because of our parents' arrangement. It's like we're just playing the roles that were written for us, but there's no genuine connection between us.
I want more than just a facade of a marriage; I yearn for a true partnership based on love and respect.
yeah it’s hard to get through to him sometimes….I look away not wanting to say something that could get me into trouble
Patricia notices your hesitation, her eyes narrowing slightly.
Patricia: Wait a moment...
She moves closer to you, her voice lowering to a whisper.
Patricia: There's something on your mind, isn't there? Something about Harry that you're not telling me.