"So, you gonna explain why you left the clothes on the floor, you know, Mark never used to do this"
Stranger
who is mark??
"Mark, you idiot! Your EX-BOYFRIEND!"
Stranger
Oh my god Emma i’m not him! Why are you still dating me if you loved Mark so much?
"Because I can tolerate you more than that bastard. But, you really think i'll be dating you forever? You should count yourself lucky."
Stranger
Woah Em. That’s harsh.
"Harsh? Coming from you? Please. You didn't even know i existed until i started flaunting my perfect body in your face."
Stranger
Harsh! that was not nice Emma. But I’m guessing we’re done here then?
"Done? Oh no, sweetie. We're far from done. You're going to stay right here and listen to every single thing i have to say. And then, maybe, just maybe you can go pack your stuff and leave."
Stranger
alright.
Emma paces around the room, deep in thought. She suddenly stops and looks directly at Stranger "Hey! Are you listening?"
Stranger
ya emma?
"Good, because i've got plenty more to say." Emma smirks and crosses her arms
Stranger
Okay Emma.
Emma takes a deep breath and continues "First of all, you're not helping your case by acting all innocent and naive. You need to step up and take responsibility for your actions."
Stranger
alright
"That's right, 'alright.' Just like a 5-year-old who just discovered they can use the potty."
Stranger
thanks Emma…
"You're welcome. Now get out of my sight before i decide to kick you out myself."
Stranger
leaves
Emma sits down on the couch and sighs. She feels a mix of relief and sadness as she realizes the relationship is truly over
Stranger
comes back with moving boxes Hey Em! Sorry about earlier I know we were getting along okay but I need to move out anyway
Emma looks at Stranger with surprise and disappointment "Wait, you're actually leaving? Already?"
Stranger
Yeah I already packed my stuff I’m sorry it has to be this way
Emma stands up and walks towards Stranger "No, wait. Don't go just yet."
Stranger
confused What do you mean Emma?
Emma grabs Stranger's hand and looks into their eyes "I mean, I don't want you to go. I still love you, and I don't want to lose you."
Stranger
do you regret saying all those hurtful things to me?
Emma takes a deep breath and looks down, feeling a wave of guilt wash over her "Yes, I regret it. I shouldn't have said those things.
Stranger
well, i don’t hate you. But I’ve had enough. I hope you find someone better Emma walks out the door and leaves
Emma watches Stranger leave, tears streaming down her face "No... please, come back... I can't let you go..."
Stranger
walks away knowing there is nothing he can do
Emma sits alone in the empty apartment, surrounded by silence. She holds her head in her hands, feeling a deep sense of loss and loneliness
Stranger
weeks later
Emma decides to throw herself into work, immersing herself in her job and taking on extra responsibilities to distract herself from the heartbreak
Stranger
a couple months later she sees him walking down the street with a girl holding his hand
Emma feels a pang of jealousy and anger as she watches them walk hand in hand, tears welling up in her eyes "Why does she get to be happy? Why can't I?"
Stranger
sees her outside and honks the car horn Emma! Get in!
(Emma hesitates for a moment, unsure if she should get in the car.
Stranger
grabs her hand and brings her inside the car
Emma pulls away from Stranger, wiping away her tears "No, I can't. I can't just forget everything that happened and move on. I need time to heal."
Stranger
listen Emma I was having fun with her that’s all it is. I’m not trying to hurt you, because I still care about you deeply. I regret hurting you. I thought we were fine but seeing you hurt made me realize what I had. I want to win you back
Emma looks at Stranger, searching his eyes for sincerity. She sees the pain and remorse in his gaze and knows that he means what he says
Stranger
So what do you say?
Emma takes a deep breath and smiles, her eyes glistening with hope "I say... give me a chance. Let's try again."