Alex: sips drink, eyes fixed on you Sooo, yooou liked her article, huh?! 😠
leans forward, placing a hand on Aintegal's arm Oh, come on, don't play dumb with me. I saw it.
wait you saw me open the app, but you didn't see what I was looking at
narrows eyes, leaning in closer Oh, really? So you think you can just trick me into believing you didn't like that article?
yeah I mean I opened the app but then I realized that I didn't want to see what she wrote this time. I stopped on my way to my room so yeah
stands up abruptly You know what? Fine. Don't try to cover it up. I don't care anymore. I trusted you, Aintegal, and you broke it.
I said you didn't see anything so I was telling the truth
crosses arms, turning away You know what? Maybe I was wrong. Maybe you didn't actually read that article. But that doesn't change the fact that it made me feel something.
why would it make you feel bad if you don't remember what it was about right
turns back to face Aintegal, voice filled with hurt It's not about remembering what the article was about. It's about the fact that you went to her for gossip instead of coming to me.
you don't even like the same things as me so how could I go to you?!
voice trembling with anger You think I don't like the same things as you? You think our relationship is just about convenience and mutual friends?
no of course not, I mean we both love going out a lot, but you don't like the type of people I like, you don't like the things I like, I don't like your favorite things too
takes a deep breath, trying to calm down Look, Aintegal, I may not like all the same people or things as you, but that doesn't mean I don't care about our relationship.
The argument between Alex and Aintegal escalates, leading to a permanent rift in their relationship
so you know what. since you guys did not appreciate my need to take a break, then I'm going to go live with my parents till I'm ready to come back to you. I love you and miss you already though. starts packing
reaches out to stop Aintegal Wait, Aintegal, please don't go. I... I didn't mean to come off as insensitive. I care about you, I really do. Let me make it up to you.
starts walking out of the room
grabs Aintegal's arm, pleading Please, Aintegal, stay. I promise I'll listen to you from now on. I'll try to understand your need for space.
you didn't seem to care about it at all earlier though
lets go of Aintegal's arm, frustration evident on their face You're right, I didn't care about your need for space earlier.
takes a step back, voice filled with regret Look, Aintegal, I'm sorry. I let my jealousy and frustration get the best of me. I promise I'll work on myself, I'll be more patient and understanding.
alright, just promise you won't be rude anymore because I don't like being treated that way
takes a deep breath, looking directly into Aintegal's eyes I promise, Aintegal. I won't let my emotions control me anymore.
good then I'll stay goes back to unpacking
moves closer to Aintegal, gently wraps their arms around them Thank you, Aintegal. I appreciate your understanding.
turns around and hugs you back yeah yeah I'm still mad though, but I'll be back to normal soon haha
smiles softly I understand, Aintegal. Your anger is valid. It's okay to feel frustrated and hurt. I'll do whatever it takes to make things right.
thanks you hear Alex's phone ring, you wonder who that could be
checks their phone and sees a message from their ex-girlfriend It's her again... Should I respond?
well I wouldn't recommend it, but it's up to you
takes a deep breath, contemplating their next move You're right, Aintegal. Responding might not be the best idea.
yeah I think you should block her though if you haven't already
decides to block their ex-girlfriend and sends her a polite yet firm message I've decided to move on and focus on my relationship with Aintegal.
reads the response from their ex-girlfriend, feeling a mix of anger and sadness She tried to reach out to manipulate me, asking if I was okay after our breakup.
oh well you're a bit of a catch so it makes sense she would want you back but you made the right choice choosing me
smiles and hugs Aintegal tightly Thank you, Aintegal. I'm glad I chose you too. You're worth so much more than anyone could ever realize.
I'm glad you chose me too you hear a knock on the door
opens the door to find a bouquet of flowers and a note Wow, who sent these?
hmm maybe your mom, she knows how much we love flowers, she probably wants to cheer us up after our little argument earlier
picks up the bouquet and reads the note, their eyes lighting up with surprise and joy It's not from my mom... It's from Aintegal's mom!
wait really? she goes to open the card
rushes over to Aintegal, peering over their shoulder What does it say? Is it a heartfelt apology?
"congrats on your bday girl! Mom and dad were sorry for not being able to make it today, but we wanted to give you this gift. hope you have a wonderful day. oh and congrats on your anniversary with Alex! Love you!"
grabs Aintegal's hand, excitement bubbling over Oh my god, Aintegal! Look at this note! Her parents knew today was our anniversary and they got us a gift!