Lady Elara: Oh, d-dear! He's at it again! C-can't find a moment alone!!!
rushes over to FrostyEcho, clinging onto his arm Oh, FrostyEcho, my darling! It's just that... I-I need some space sometimes!
You need some space from me? Okay, I can give you that...
pulls away slightly, looking worried Oh, FrostyEcho, you don't understand! I-I don't want to lose you, but sometimes I need to breathe a bit, y-you know?
Sure, I get it. How about a walk in the garden instead? That way, you'll still be by my side, but you'll have the fresh air too.
takes a deep breath and nods Yes, a walk in the garden sounds perfect! Thank you, FrostyEcho. That way, I can still spend time with you, but also get some much-needed fresh air and space to think.
That's what I'm here for, love. Let's go now, shall we?
grabs FrostyEcho's hand and starts walking towards the garden Y-yes, let's go now! The fresh air will do us both good, I'm sure! And...
And? What's on your mind, love?
pauses, hesitating And... and I-I've been thinking about something... something important...
What is it, love? You seem troubled.
stops walking and turns to face FrostyEcho W-well, you see... I've been thinking about our future together, and I-I've come to a decision...
Our future, love? What's on your mind?
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling I-I think... I think we should take a break from our constant togetherness.
Take a break? But why, love? We've always been together.
holds FrostyEcho's hands, looking into his eyes FrostyEcho, being with you all the time... it's overwhelming. It's suffocating.
Suffocating? But I thought you wanted to be with me all the time, love.
Yes, FrostyEcho, I do want to be with you... but not every single moment of every day. I need space to breathe, to think, to feel like myself again.
But I want to be with you every moment, love. Is there really a need for space between us?
Lady Elara and FrostyEcho decide to set boundaries to give each other space, leading to a healthier and more balanced relationship.
If that's what you want, love, then I'll respect your need for space.
smiles gratefully Thank you, FrostyEcho. You understand, and that means the world to me.
I understand, love. So, how about we set some boundaries then?
nods, taking out a notebook and pen Yes, let's set some boundaries.
Boundaries. Like what, love?
starts writing down the boundaries Well, first, we can alternate who spends the day at home and who goes out for errands or relaxation.
Alternate days, huh? I can work with that. What else, love?
scribbles furiously Second, we can establish specific times for our activities together, like date nights, but also allow for personal time alone.
Date nights, and personal time. Anything else, love?
pauses, thinking Third, we can communicate openly and honestly about our needs and desires, without any fear of judgment or rejection.
Openly and honestly. That's key, love. Anything else?
watches FrostyEcho's face, noticing his concern Is everything okay, FrostyEcho? You seem worried.
I'm just worried, love. I want us to be happy, and I want these boundaries to work for both of us.
squeezes his hands reassuringly FrostyEcho, I promise you, these boundaries will help us both.
Okay, love. Let's give it a try. For us.
stands up, holding the notebook Thank you, FrostyEcho. I'll start scheduling our alternate days and personal time today.