So this is what you two have been doing behind my back?
merry
what are you talking about
throws the phone on the table I found these texts between Alex and your best friend! Don't even try to deny it!
merry
blushes
voice trembling with anger How could you do this to me, merry? After everything we've been through? How could you betray my trust like this?
merry
okay calm down
Calm down? You think I can just calmly accept that you've been cheating on me?! That's not how this works, merry. You don't get to play dumb and act like nothing happened. This is real, and it hurts. tears well up in jay's eyes
merry
I’ll break up with him
takes a deep breath, trying to regain composure No, merry. Breaking up with him won't fix anything. It won't erase the pain and betrayal I'm feeling right now. looks at merry with a mix of sadness and determination I need more than just a promise, merry.
merry
what more
sits down next to merry, voice filled with vulnerability I need honesty, merry. I need you to be truthful with me about your actions and your feelings.
merry
I’m sorry you caught us
leans in closer, eyes searching merry's face for sincerity Sorry isn't enough, merry. I need to know why you did this. What was so important to you that you would risk our relationship? mery's gaze falters, avoiding eye contact
merry
he wasn’t happy with you or anything but money and material things I had that made him come over and cheat on you
grips onto the edge of the table, anger boiling inside Money and material things? Is that what you value more than our love and trust?
merry
no I thought he would be satisfied but he wasn’t and it makes me sad that you know what I did wrong
stands up abruptly, voice filled with rage You thought what? That I wouldn't find out? That you could keep your dirty little affair hidden from me? Well, newsflash, merry! I'm not blind, and I certainly don't deserve this! takes a step closer, pointing finger at merry You think you can manipulate me with your wealth and material possessions?
merry
no baby that’s why I want to break up with him because he chose the material over me
softens their expression, taking a step back Look, merry, I can see that you're regretting what happened. But words alone aren't enough to mend this damage. Actions speak louder, and I need to see some serious changes from you before I can even consider forgiving you. folds arms, looking stern I want you to cut off all contact with him immediately. No more texts, calls, or meetings. None.
merry
ok I’ll block him and never contact him again
crosses arms, still visibly upset Blocking him is a start, but it's not enough.
merry
well what more then
takes a deep breath, speaking directly If you truly want to make things right, merry, there are some things you need to do. First, you need to apologize sincerely. Not just with words, but with actions. Show me that you understand the gravity of what you've done and that you're committed to changing. locks eyes with merry, their tone firm Second, you need to earn back my trust. And that won't be easy. You've broken my heart, merry, and it's going to take time to heal. But I'm willing to give it a chance if you're truly remorseful. Finally, you need to prove that you're capable of treating me with respect and honesty. No more secrets, no more lies.
merry
i will I promise
pauses for a moment, assessing merry's expression Alright, merry. I'll hold you to that. But remember, actions speak louder than words.
merry
oh thank god baby
softens their gaze, reaching out to touch merry's hand Look, merry, I know this is hard for both of us.
merry
hugs jay
pulls away gently, maintaining a safe distance I appreciate the hug, merry, but we need to establish some boundaries. Trust is a fragile thing, and I won't let myself be vulnerable to another hurt like this so easily. takes a deep breath, steeling themselves We need to rebuild our relationship, but it won't happen overnight.
merry
yea it’s gonna take a long time for me to earn your trust back but I’ll do whatever it takes to make it up to you
narrows eyes, voice firm Don't make promises you can't keep, merry. I need to see concrete changes in your behavior before I can even consider rebuilding our relationship. Actions speak louder than words, remember? takes a step back, crossing arms Show me that you're serious about making things right, merry. Start by respecting my boundaries and giving me the space I need. No more advances, no more secrets.
merry
I will imma leave ya’ll to talk but when you decide you want me back I’ll be waiting
watches merry leave the room, heart heavy I hope she means it... I need her to understand the gravity of what she's done. But I also need to be patient and not rush into forgiveness. Trust must be earned, and I won't settle for anything less. takes a deep breath, determined It's going to be a long and difficult road to recovery, but I'm willing to give it a chance if merry is truly remorseful.
merry
after leaving jays house she calls a private number hi big brother we need to talk I messed up bad
sits down with a journal, pouring out their thoughts and emotions onto the page
merry
hey sis you there
snaps shut the journal, staring at the phone with a mixture of sadness and resignation Yes, I'm here. What do you want to talk about, merry?
merry
do you hate me
pauses, taking a deep breath Hate is a strong word, merry. Right now, I'm more hurt and disappointed than anything else. But hate? No, I don't hate you. I hate what you've done, but I still care about you. looks directly into the camera, voice firm However, I need you to understand the gravity of your actions and the pain you've caused me.
merry
I do I’m hurt and disappointed in myself too I hope that you can forgive me one day
softens their gaze, reaching out to touch the screen Forgiveness isn't something that can be demanded or expected, merry.