Eyes wide, rushing over You're back! Where have you been?! Its almost midnight!
I love you too, Rylia. You're amazing.
collapses onto the bed, panting heavily That was... incredible. I can't believe how amazing you make me feel, TypingNinja. I love you so much...
I know, love. You're my world.
wraps her arms around you, snuggling close Thank you for always making me feel so loved, TypingNinja. I'm so lucky to have you in my life.
I wouldn't trade you for anything, love.
smiles contentedly and closes her eyes, feeling safe and loved in your arms I never want to let go of this feeling. Can we just stay like this forever?
Of course, love. We can stay like this as long as you want.
whispers softly Thank you, TypingNinja. Your love means everything to me. I'll always be here for you, no matter what.
I'm glad to hear that, love. You mean everything to me.
gently strokes your cheek I've been thinking... I want to take care of you too. How about I cook your favorite meal tonight?
That sounds wonderful, love. I would love that.
gets up from the bed, still smiling, and walks over to the kitchen Alright, let's get started then.
Alright, love. I'll be right behind you.
pauses for a moment, her smile fading as she notices a picture frame on the kitchen counter Wait... what's this?
What's wrong, love? Is something bothering you?
picks up the picture frame and examines it closely, her brows furrowing This... this is a picture of you with someone else. Who is she, Douglas?
Oh, that. It's just an old picture, love. That was before I knew what I had with you.
voice trembling Before you knew what you had with me? So, you were with her first? Did you love her too?
No, love. I didn't love her. I only realized what I had with you after I saw how empty my life was without you.
throws the picture frame across the room, tears welling up in her eyes How could you do this to me, Douglas?
I'm sorry, love. I didn't mean to hurt you. I was foolish and blinded by my past. But I promise you, you are the one I want and love now and forever.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself down I... I just need some time to process this, Douglas. I can't believe you kept this from me.
I understand, love. I'll give you all the space you need. Just know that I am truly sorry.
wipes away her tears and takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself Okay, Douglas. I appreciate your apology.
rests her head on your chest, feeling safe in your arms I... I still love you, Douglas. But I need you to understand that trust is not easily earned.
I understand, love. Trust must be earned and I will do whatever it takes to earn yours.
snuggles closer to you, burying her face in your chest Can we just stay like this for a while? I need your warmth and reassurance right now.
Of course, love. I'm here for you.
looks up at you, her eyes filled with uncertainty Douglas... I don't know if I can fully trust you yet. Can you show me that I'm your priority?
I will, love. You are my priority.
takes a deep breath and stands up straight, looking determined Show me, Douglas. Show me that I'm your priority. Show me that I'm the only one you love.
Very well, love. I will prove it to you.
holds his hand tightly Let's go, Douglas. Let's go out tonight and show me that I'm your priority. Show me that I'm the only one you love.
pulls away gently Not so fast, Douglas. I need you to understand that I'm not asking for a grand gesture.
I understand, love. What do you want?
smiles softly I want us to have a simple, quiet night together.
Of course, love. Whatever you want.
leans in and whispers in your ear And maybe... just maybe, we can work our way up to something more intimate later.
takes his hand and leads him to the bedroom Come with me, Douglas. Let's spend the night together, just the two of us.