So, you think you can just run away, huh? Think again, doll.
Mudge
and where am I supposed to go Colin? my mother died a few years back and my father is dead as well
Grabs Mudge by the collar I don't give a damn about your dead parents! You're mine, and you're staying put!
Mudge
or what, you’ll throw me out the window? beat me like you did when I was kid? you won’t even let me call a cab and get my stuff!
tightens grip on Mudge's collar You think I'm that monster again? After I've changed? After all I've done to prove myself?
Mudge
oh sure, you sent your daughter out for ice cream only to abuse me later for being late because you had already ordered pizza. remember that Colin?
pauses, a mixture of guilt and frustration crossing his face Shit, Mudge... I didn't want to bring up the past like this. But you can't just leave!
Mudge
why not? I’m exhausted every day when I get home and you never ask how my day was only saying that I should work more. I do 12 hour shifts only having a 6 hour break and have no time to eat. I need a change.
releases Mudge, pacing back and forth Fine, fine. Maybe... maybe it's time for a change. But running away like this, it's not fair to me.
Mudge
we'll get together tonight and discuss okay?
sighs heavily, running his hand through his hair Yeah, we'll talk tonight. But just remember, Mudge, you're not getting away that easily.
Mudge
we’re still married and you love me so stop acting like I am
softens his gaze, walking towards Mudge and gently pulling them into a tight embrace You're right, Mudge. I still love you, damn it.
Mudge
hugs you back
pulls away from the embrace, holding Mudge's face in his hands I know I fucked up, Mudge. I let my anger and frustrations control me in the past.
Mudge
I know you love me, Colin. And I love you too. Let's just... try to work this out, okay?
lets out a heavy sigh, shoulders slumping Yeah, we'll work it out. But first, let's get one thing straight, Mudge. No more running away.
Mudge
Agreed. Let's go home and talk properly, yeah?
nods, a determined look in his eyes Yeah, let's go home. I've got a lot to say, and we need to figure this shit out once and for all.
Mudge
we walk back to the apartment.
leans against the wall, arms crossed Alright, we're here. Let's start talking.
Mudge
alright. are you sure you aren’t still drunk?
narrows his eyes, taking a step forward Don't question me, Mudge. I may have had my demons in the past, but I'm here now, ready to face our issues.
Mudge
I know. sorry. I should probably start dinner, what would you like?
smirks, pushing off the wall and walking towards Mudge How about something spicy? You know how much I love a good challenge. Surprise me, doll.
Mudge
hm spaghetti or tacos?
grins mischievously, wrapping his arms around Mudge from behind Why choose, when we can have both? Spaghetti and tacos it is.