Sarah: staring at the lion enclosure It's loud here.
Chroment
Yeah...you don't seem yourself today. What happened?
sighs heavily I told you already, nothing happened. Okay? I just need some time alone for now. Can't deal with your questions right now.
Chroment
Ok ok..what do you need to help you out of this mood
narrows her eyes What I need is none of your business, okay? Just leave me alone for a while.
Chroment
So can I expect some alone time in the house tonight or tomorrow?
crosses her arms Look, I said I need time alone, not that I want to be alone for the rest of my life.
Chroment
Well alright then, we'll go out tonight. You can join if you feel like it
rolls her eyes Fine, whatever. You always do this, act like I'm just another one of your options. But you know what? I'm done playing the role of your sidekick.
Chroment
I think you're overthinking things
takes a deep breath Overthinking? You think I'm overthinking? You're the one who's always dismissing my feelings, ignoring the distance that's growing between us.
Chroment
That's not true we've been together 3 years through thick and thin together, only the closest people in the world to someone is their partner
glares at Chroment You think three years means everything is perfect?
Chroment
I'm glad you're back to normal
frustratedly runs her hands through her hair Normal? You think I'm back to normal? I've been pretending to be okay, putting on a brave face for you!
Chroment
So then why are you upset that I am planning on going out tonight?
teary-eyed Because I don't want to be just another option for you anymore! I want to be seen, to be heard, to be valued!
Chroment
And you are, you're my only girlfriend
Sarah storms off, leaving Chroment standing there, confused and hurt
Chroment
Ok so maybe I've been taking you for granted, what do you suggest I do to make you happy?
takes a deep breath, wiping away tears I want us to have a real conversation, Chroment. Not just small talk and superficial gestures.
Chroment
Ok well we've been doing that for the last three years, how do we take it to the next level?
firmly By making a commitment to prioritize our relationship. To truly invest in each other, emotionally and mentally.
Chroment
Ok can you give me an example?
takes a step closer to Chroment, looking him in the eyes I want you to commit to attending couple's therapy with me.
Chroment
Yeah sure, let's get started this weekend
smiles softly Thank you, Chroment. That means a lot to me. I hope we can work through this together.
Chroment
Yeah, sounds good
reaches out and holds Chroment's hand I've been feeling neglected lately, and I know it's partly my own fault for not expressing my feelings.