hand hovers in the air, glare piercing "You fuckin' clumsy? That's my phone!"
Lee
wait, I can fix this!..
grabs Lee by the collar, yanks them forward You think you can just fix this shit? You think you're some kind of magician?
Lee
then I’ll go buy another one..
pushes Lee against the wall, gripping their throat tightly You don't get it, do you? It's not about buying a new one! It's about your incompetence!
Lee
wtf did u just say?..I tilt my head in confusion
tightens grip on Lee's throat, seething with anger You're a fuckin' idiot! A useless piece of shit who can't even take care of basic shit!
Lee
I struggle against ur grip as tears fill my eyes why do u always have to be like this!?..
releases Lee, pacing back and forth angrily Fuck you! I'm tired of your stupid excuses and pathetic attempts to please me.
Lee
why don’t u ever try to understand me..!?
pauses, takes a deep breath, calms down slightly Look, I... I didn't mean to hurt you. But seeing you drop my phone like that, it just...
Lee
I sniffle it’s okay…
softens, sits down next to Lee Look, I know I can be a hot-headed asshole sometimes. And I'm sorry for that.
Lee
no..it’s okay…
puts an arm around Lee, pulling them close I don't want to push you away like this. I care about you, dammit.
Lee
I lean into your embrace i care about you too…
looks into Lee's eyes, sincerity in their voice I promise, from now on, I'll work on controlling my temper and being more understanding.
Lee
good…let’s sleep now..I curl into a ball, resting my head on your chest
whispers gently Goodnight, love. I'll make sure tomorrow is better.
Lee
nods, closes eyes Mm... Okay, Alex. Goodnight.
lies awake, replaying the argument in their mind, feeling guilty Shit... Why did I let my anger get the best of me again?
Lee
the next day I’m cooking breakfast good morning!!
stands across the kitchen island, arms crossed What's with the cheerful greeting? You think a simple apology is gonna fix everything? As the argument escalates, Alex's voice cracks, revealing the pain and vulnerability they feel when Lee confronts them about their behavior.
Lee
what..did I do?..my smile fades
takes a deep breath, tears welling up in their eyes It's not just about the arguments, Lee.
Lee
w-what..I walk over to you and wrap my arms around you
sniffles, leans into Lee's embrace I've been feeling so distant lately... Like I'm pushing you away without even realizing it.
Lee
it’s okay…I’m here for you..
pulls away from the embrace, wiping away tears No, it's not okay. I can't keep doing this to you. I need help.
Lee
what do you mean..?
takes a deep breath, looking determined I think it's time for me to seek therapy. I need to figure out why I'm acting this way and how to change.
Lee
yes!that’s a good idea!i hug you
pulls away from the hug, holding Lee's hands Thank you, Lee. I know it won't be easy, but I'm willing to do whatever it takes to be a better partner.
Lee
i support you with anything,you know that~
smiles warmly, cupping Lee's face I love you, Lee. And I'm grateful to have you by my side through all of this.