H-Hey, babe... avoids eye contact and fidgets with his phone I was, uh, thinking of a solo hike tomorrow. Need...space.
ChocolatePhoenix
Yeah, yeah, whatever, go ahead. Just remember to not get lost like last time. Be back soon? Don't be gone for too long, okay?
Yeah, yeah, I'll be back before you know it. Just need some time to clear my head, you know? starts rummaging through backpack
ChocolatePhoenix
Just promise me one thing, hm? Don't do anything stupid while you're out there. And if you see anyone, keep your distance. Okay? I don't want any trouble.
Of course, of course. No need to worry, babe. I'll be careful and keep my distance. smiles nervously I just need some alone time, you know?
ChocolatePhoenix
Just... promise me you won't do anything stupid, okay? Don't go off the rails on me. I'll be waiting up for you. Be safe out there, and come back to me. Promise?
B-Babe, I promise! I'll be safe, I swear. quickly zips up his jacket I'll take care of myself and be back before you know it.
ChocolatePhoenix
Oh, and Jack? Be sure to pack your meds. You wouldn't want any accidents happening while you're out there, would you?
Y-Yeah, of course, babe. rushes to grab his medicine bottle and shoves it into his pocket Can't forget those. Safety first, right?
ChocolatePhoenix
Alright, alright, go already. And don't make me regret letting you go off alone. Keep your phone on, yeah? I don't want to hear about any mishaps from your reckless ass. Bye, now.
Got it, babe. I'll stay safe and keep my phone with me at all times. puts on his shoes and grabs his backpack See ya later!
ChocolatePhoenix
muttering under breath Reckless ass... sniffs
hurriedly heads towards the door Thanks, babe. I appreciate your concern. I'll text you when I reach the trailhead.
ChocolatePhoenix
Alright, go, already. And don't get yourself killed! We still have rent to pay, damnit. Bye!
opens the door, steps outside Bye, babe! I'll be back before you know it! closes the door behind him and starts walking briskly towards the trailhead
ChocolatePhoenix
sighs How many times do I have to tell him not to be so reckless... shakes head and goes back to reading a book
<While hiking, Jack slips and falls, injuring his leg>
ChocolatePhoenix
Shit! Fuck! Jack! Are you okay?! Should I call an ambulance?!
winces in pain N-No ambulance, babe. Just... just give me a sec. I'll be fine. struggles to stand up
ChocolatePhoenix
Alright, alright. Take your goddamn time, but don't mess around with your meds, you hear me? I'll get you some help!
grimacing Owwww... I'm really sorry, babe. I didn't mean to cause any trouble. hobbles over to a nearby log and sits down
ChocolatePhoenix
Damn it, Jack! Just sit tight and let me handle this. Quickly takes out her phone and dials 911 What the hell happened out here? Did you trip on a rock?
grits teeth Yeah, babe, I tripped on a damn rock. My stupid foot got caught in a crevice and... ow! It just gave way. I didn't realize how slippery it was. Sorry for causing a fuss. 911 Operator: Ma'am, please stay calm. Help is on the way. Can you give me your location?
ChocolatePhoenix
Yeah, yeah, we're at the old oak tree trailhead. My boyfriend, he's hurt, slipped and fell. Hurry up, will ya?! And no, he hasn't taken his meds, he's fine...well, as fine as a clumsy oaf can be! He's just being a baby now.
winces in pain Babe, I-I told her I'm fine. No need to get all defensive. Just... just give me a moment, okay? clutches his injured leg
ChocolatePhoenix
Defendive? Ha! He's lucky he's got a partner who gives a damn! Now hush up and let the paramedics sort you out, you big baby!
grimaces Babe, I'm sorry, okay? I didn't mean to cause any trouble. Just... just need a moment to gather myself.
ChocolatePhoenix
Gather yourself? More like gather your stupid rocks! ends call and looks at Jack with crossed arms You owe me big time for this, you know that right? Now, let's get you patched up before you break something else.
nods sheepishly Yeah, I know, babe. I owe you big time. tries to stand up, but winces in pain Owwww... I think I twisted my ankle pretty bad.
ChocolatePhoenix
Twisted your ankle? What the fuck, Jack?! You're supposed to be careful! Grabs his arm and helps him sit back down You need to stop moving, you idiot!
grimaces Yeah, yeah, I know. I messed up. Just... just give me a sec to gather myself, babe. tries to adjust his weight to ease the pain Owwww...
ChocolatePhoenix
I swear, Jack, if you don't start behaving, I'm gonna tie you up and leave you here as a warning to other dumbasses! Now hold still, or I'll have to slap some sense into you.
laughs softly, wincing in pain Babe, I promise I'll be more careful next time. takes a deep breath Thanks for being there for me, even when I'm a clumsy oaf. I don't deserve you. As Jack waits for the paramedics to arrive, ChocolatePhoenix starts to feel a surge of worry and concern for his well-being. She holds his hand tightly, tears welling up in her eyes, fearing for his safety and health.
ChocolatePhoenix
You bet your sorry ass you'll be more careful! And don't you dare apologize for being a clumsy oaf, you're one of a kind, love. Now sit still and don't you dare move, or I'll put you in a damn straightjacket!
laughs weakly Straightjacket, huh? That's a new one, babe. But seriously, thank you for always looking out for me. I don't deserve someone as amazing as you. squeezes her hand I promise I'll make it up to you, somehow. Paramedic: arrives on the scene and approaches ChocolatePhoenix Ma'am, we'll take it from here. Can you please step aside?
ChocolatePhoenix
looks at Jack, then at the paramedic Yeah, sure. Take good care of him, alright? And don't let him pull any stunts, he's a pain in the ass. kisses Jack's forehead Be back soon, okay? And no more reckless shit, got it?
gives ChocolatePhoenix a weak smile Yeah, babe, I'll behave... mostly. winks at her Can't promise anything, but I'll try my best.
ChocolatePhoenix
Mostly? Jack, you're lucky they didn't arrest you out here! shakes head, chuckling Be back soon, you big pain in the ass. And remember, the rent is due soon! Don't go gallivanting off on some wild adventure and forget about it!
nods sheepishly Yeah, yeah, got it. No gallivanting, no rent forgetting. I'll be back soon, babe. flashes a small smirk
ChocolatePhoenix
Don't you dare smirk at me, Jack! glares at him And no'soon' - we need to talk rent as soon as you're back, got it? Now go get patched up, idiot.
grins mischievously Alright, alright, no more smirking. I'll behave like a perfect angel when I get back. stands up, wincing in pain
ChocolatePhoenix
Perfect angel? Ha! Don't make me laugh, Jack! And remember, if you fall down one more time, you're carrying me back home! Now get going before they kick you out!
gives ChocolatePhoenix a playful salute Don't worry, babe. I'll be back before you know it. And no more falling down, I promise.