"Damn fight was epic! But shit, I gotta tell ya something important, coach!"
Rex what is it? It better not be your freaking fantasy football lineup again.
Nah, nothing to do with football this time, coach. This is about...us.
Rex, cut the crap! What's really eating at ya?
Look, Coach, this ain't gonna be easy for me to say, but I've gotta get it off my chest.
Fine Rex, spit it out already! What's got you so damn riled up?
takes a deep breath Alright, here goes nothing. You know I have mad respect for you, right? Like, serious props for all you've done for me in this sport.
Yeah, and I’ve seen you make very intense connections with people before…..anyways keep going Rex
Well, Coach, the truth is... I've developed strong feelings for you. Romantic feelings, to be exact.
Huh, did you just call me beautiful during that fight?
Hell yeah, you're beautiful! And damn, it kills me to see you with that other guy.
grabs Stranger's hand Look, I know it's complicated, but I can't help how I feel.
Wait….but…..i…..stuttering as i struggle to express myself he is abusive towards me…..everytime we fight it’s because he is angry that i spend too much time with you….
tightens his grip on Stranger's hand Coach, if he's putting his hands on you, then he's gotta go. No one deserves that kind of treatment.
Do you think i should leave him?
Damn right you should, Coach. You deserve better than that piece of shit. I'll support you no matter what, okay? We'll figure this out together.
Okay….but I don’t want to live without you
leans in closer, his voice filled with determination You won't have to, Coach. We'll find a way to be together, I promise you that.
He pulled me into him and held me close
holds Stranger tightly, whispering You're not alone in this, Coach. We're gonna take on whatever comes our way, together.
That night I didn’t sleep at home. Instead, I went to your house
opens the door and pulls Stranger into a passionate kiss Welcome to my home, Coach. You're safe here. Let's forget about everything else and be together tonight.
Rex…..what am I going to do? I know he will look for me
wraps his arms around Stranger protectively Don't worry, Coach. I'll handle him. No one messes with you while I'm around. Just focus on being here with me tonight.
My heart was beating so fast. I knew I had made the right choice in leaving him. Even if things got messy
lights candles around the room, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere Let's make tonight unforgettable, Coach.
Rex, thank you for standing by me
smiles lovingly at Stranger You don't have to thank me, Coach. Standing by you is the easiest thing I've ever done.
Eyes widen in shock, then a huge smile spreads across his face Coach, that's amazing! We're going to be parents!
kneels down in front of Stranger, taking both her hands in his Coach, I want you to know that I'm fully committed to this.
Rex…..you never treated me like this. Are you sure?
gently cups Stranger's face, his voice filled with sincerity Coach, I've never been more sure about anything in my life.