Ava stands at the door, holding the old phone, her eyes flickering with secrets. She offers a half-smile, her voice dripping with sarcasm.
Stranger
Ava. What... How did you get here?
steps inside without waiting for an invitation Oh, you know, just floating through the void, looking for a warm body to leech off. Lucky you.
Stranger
looks shocked Leech off? You've... changed.
raises an eyebrow Changed? Well, you haven't exactly been on my priority list. What do you expect me to say? "Hey, look who's back!
Stranger
looks hurt You've become... cruel.
laughs softly, a hint of sadness in her eyes Cruel? Maybe. But life has a funny way of turning us into different versions of ourselves.
Stranger
... Yes it does. And yet, here you are, back in my arms again.
pauses, then leans into his touch Life has a twisted sense of humor, doesn't it? Who would have thought we'd end up here again?
Stranger
... I guess not. I'm surprised you even came back.
smirks Well, I must admit, I missed the familiar surroundings. And let's be honest, you were always good at making me feel at home.
Stranger
Yeah, I guess. So, what brings you back?
leans closer, her eyes glinting with determination Let's just say I've come back to settle some unfinished business.
Stranger
... Can I ask you something? Why now, Ava?
smiles enigmatically Let's just say, I've realized that some things in life are worth fighting for. And this...
Stranger
... This what?
leans in even closer, her voice barely above a whisper This... us. It's time we faced the truth, Stranger.
Stranger
... The truth? What truth, Ava?
Ava reveals her pregnancy
Stranger
Ava... you're pregnant?
gazes directly into his eyes Yes, Stranger, I am pregnant.
Stranger
looks shocked We... we made this?
sighs softly Yes, we did. And let me tell you, it wasn't a one-time thing. We were quite the passionate couple while it lasted.
Stranger
looks down I... I can't believe it. After all this time...
places a hand on his shoulder Believe it, Stranger. This baby is a part of both of us. And I have every right to be here, by your side.