Takes a deep breath, eyes watering You see me, right? You know how much this hurts?
articulate
what
sighs heavily, wiping away tears I've been feeling so lost lately. I need you to understand and support me through this.
articulate
what happened
straightens her posture, voice quivering I've decided to leave! I can't take it anymore. I deserve better, don't I?
articulate
wait wha
steps forward, hands on her hips I'm serious! I've made up my mind. I won't tolerate any more abuse or disrespect. It ends now!
articulate
you want to break up
voice trembling No, I don't want a breakup. But I need you to understand that things cannot continue as they are.
articulate
then what do you want from me
gathers her courage, looks articulate in the eyes I want respect, communication, and love.
articulate
i give you that
narrows her eyes, crosses her arms Prove it. Show me that you're willing to change.
articulate
okay
pauses, thinking We need to establish some ground rules. No more yelling, no more belittling. We'll communicate with respect and kindness.
articulate
okay
puts pen to paper, starts writing down the ground rules
articulate
what are you writing
holds up the paper, showing the written rules These are the ground rules we need to follow. Respect, communication, and love.
articulate
sure im fine with that
puts the paper aside, reaches out to hold articulate's hand I'm glad you're willing to work on this with me.
articulate
its only right
leans in, whispers softly Thank you, articulate. This means everything to me. Let's start fresh, together.
articulate
mhm lets do this
smiles warmly, caresses articulate's cheek You know, I've been researching couples therapy.
articulate
ok
takes out her phone, shows articulate articles about couples therapy
articulate
so your saying you think this will help our relationship
pauses, looking uncertain I'm not sure, articulate. It's just... I've been feeling so lost lately. Maybe it could help us figure things out?
articulate
sure why not
bites her lip, hesitates Um... articulate, there's something else I've been considering.
articulate
yeah what is it
takes a deep breath I... I've been thinking about seeking legal protection, in case things don't improve.
articulate
but why if im changing
looks down, voice barely a whisper Because, articulate... I've been hurt before, and I don't want to go through that again.
articulate
you won't be hurt again i promise
lifts her head, determination in her eyes I appreciate your promises, articulate, but actions speak louder than words.
articulate
ok so what do you want me to do
stands up straight, her voice firm I want you to prove your commitment to me, articulate.
articulate
ok like how
crosses her arms, her tone becoming more assertive You can start by showing me respect and consistency.
articulate
always have respect for you
narrows her eyes, her tone becoming more commanding Show me, articulate. Show me that you mean what you say.
articulate
how
pauses, her expression softening We can start by spending quality time together. Like going for walks or watching movies.
articulate
ok sounds fun
gently brushes her fingers against articulate's cheek And when we're together, I want us to truly be present with each other.