Eris: Look at this painting! It's like our memories, splashed everywhere!
Stranger
goes back to looking at another painting
grabs Stranger's arm No, no, you need to see this! This painting captures us in a moment of pure joy. Can't you remember?
Stranger
really it’s not that good….
rolls her eyes Oh come on, Stranger! This isn't just any painting. It's our story, our love story. How can you say it's not that good? sighs heavily Fine, I'll prove it to you.
Stranger
looks at the painting again
puts her arm around Stranger's shoulder See, right there? That's us, laughing and chasing butterflies. Remember how we used to run through the park, hand in hand?
Stranger
glances at the painting, then back at Eris Yeah, I remember... What happened to us, Eris?
tightens her grip on Stranger's shoulder That's where things got complicated, Stranger. We were happy, but then life happened, and we lost our way.
Stranger
puts his arm around your waist i missed you
leans into Stranger's embrace I missed you too, Stranger. But we can't dwell on the past. We have to move forward, together. pauses, takes a deep breath
Stranger
well since I met you 3 years ago, I’ve been abused, and depressed, and I’m bipolar, and I have anxiety, and I’m still fighting my inner demons, but I’m better now than I was then
takes Stranger's hand I know it's been tough, Stranger. But you've come so far, and I'm proud of you for fighting your inner demons.
Stranger
thanks eris
Stranger and Eris decide to start therapy together to heal from their past traumas and rebuild their relationship
Stranger
hey eris do you think we should try going to therapy again
pauses, looks thoughtful Therapy... It's a big step, Stranger. But maybe it could be exactly what we need to heal and move forward.
Stranger
smiles softly I think it would be a good idea
nods You're right, Stranger. Let's do it. We can find a therapist together and work through our past traumas.
Stranger
so eris why did you turn out so different than I did
smirks Well, Stranger, let's just say I had a bit more spice in my life back then.
Stranger
chuckles
playfully nudges Stranger Oh, you have no idea. I was wild, adventurous, and always up to something mischievous.
Stranger
really
grinning mischievously Oh, believe me, Stranger, I was quite the firecracker!
Stranger
hey eris do you ever regret any of the things you did
pauses, looks thoughtful Regret... It's a complicated emotion, Stranger. I won't lie and say I don't have any regrets.
Stranger
what’s the most reckless thing you’ve ever done
leans in closer, lowers her voice Oh, there was this one time when I was dared to sneak into an abandoned building with a group of friends.
Stranger
wow that sounds fun
raises an eyebrow Fun? Well, it was certainly an adrenaline rush! We explored every corner, told scary stories, and even stumbled upon some hidden treasure.