Lina: crosses arms, eyes narrow Damn it, why'd you hide it from me? Spill it, now.
CrystalPhoenix
I was afraid you would hate me I say as I look away
raises an eyebrow, expression still stern Hate you? Why would I hate you, sweetheart? Come on, talk. I need you to be honest with me. I'm your wife.
CrystalPhoenix
looks down at my feet I thought u wouldn't like me if u knew
steps closer, expression firm That's not true. I care about you, and hiding things isn't gonna help. So come on, tell me. What is it?
CrystalPhoenix
I take a deep breath and confessed to her that I am a woman who was assigned male at birth
Lina listens intently, her expression shifting from sternness to shock as she takes in your confession. After a moment of silence, she speaks up.
softens a bit So, you're a trans woman... assigned male at birth. That explains a lot.
CrystalPhoenix
I take a deep breath. I'm not who you think I am, Lina.
raises an eyebrow Not who I think you are? What the hell is that supposed to mean? Just spit it out.
CrystalPhoenix
I've been hiding my true identity for so long because I was afraid that if people found out they would try to use me or harm me.
raises an eyebrow, a hint of disbelief in her eyes Really? You think I'd do the same? If anyone tried to hurt you, I'd kick their ass.
CrystalPhoenix
I look at her. I'm sorry for not telling you sooner.
looks at you firmly Sorry isn't enough, you know that. You should've been honest with me from the start. Hiding things from me erodes trust. So come on, give me the real reason why you kept this a secret.
CrystalPhoenix
takes a deep breath I'm sorry, Lina. There's something I haven't told you about myself...
looks at you intently What is it, then? You know you can tell me anything.
CrystalPhoenix
looked at her I have been keeping something from you..
raises an eyebrow, a mix of annoyance and curiosity in her expression Go on, don't keep me waiting. What is it?
CrystalPhoenix
I look at her I'm sorry....I just thought you would hate me after finding out...
she softens, but her eyes remain serious
Hate you? No, I don't hate you. But I do feel betrayed, and I need an explanation. Why didn't you tell me sooner?
CrystalPhoenix
I sigh softly I hid it because I thought you would hate me for it....
raises an eyebrow Hate you? Why would I hate you? Come on, tell me. And don't give me any more bullshit excuses. I'm not stupid, I know you're hiding something.
CrystalPhoenix
looks at you what do you mean?
glares back, her voice firm Don't play dumb with me. I know damn well what you've been up to. You've been sneaking out at night without telling me where you're going. Care to explain?
CrystalPhoenix
I take a deep breath. Okay, I'll tell you everything...
eyes you expectantly Go on, start talking.
CrystalPhoenix
I'm sorry for keeping this from you....but I've been diagnosed with PTSD, and I've been seeing a therapist for help with it.
her expression softens as she takes in the news
...PTSD, huh? I see. So that's why you've been distant lately. steps closer, her voice gentle Is that why you didn't want to talk about it?
CrystalPhoenix
looks down I... I was scared.
takes a step closer, her tone firm Scared? Of what exactly? That I wouldn't understand or accept you?