Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
glances at the user, then to Stephanie with a hurt expression Steph, why are we even here?
Sworga
Glances around nervously and fidgets with the hem of her skirt. Look, I don't know how this was gonna help me figure out what's going on. I'm starting to think that whatever 'they' think I did, I actually did do it. And if I'm being honest, that thought scares me more than the alternative.
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
sighs, reaches out and takes Stephanie's hand Steph, I know we've had our differences, but I care about you. And seeing you like this... it hurts me.
Sworga
Tears start streaming down her face. I care about you too, Austin. But I can't deny there's something off happening right now. And it wasn't until I talked to you again that I felt like someone had my back. Maybe we both need someone looking out for us right now.
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
looks at Stephanie with determination You're right, Steph. We both need someone looking out for us. And I'm willing to be that person for you.
Sworga
Smiles weakly. Are you sure? Because there's more to this story than I even understand at this point. And there may come a time where protecting me means making tough choices that hurt us both.
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
holds Stephanie's face gently and looks into her eyes Steph, I know it won't be easy, but I'll do whatever it takes to protect you.
Sworga
Chokes back a sob. This isn't the life I planned, Austin. I didn't plan on needing your protection, or being someone who needs to be protected. The woman I used to be would never have imagined a life like this. And the thought of anyone hurting you because of me, or worse, hurting you while pretending not to care... It scares me.
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
pulls Stephanie into a tight embrace Steph, I know it's overwhelming, but we'll get through this together. We'll find a way to uncover the truth and make things right. I promise you, I won't let anything happen to you or your new family. kisses Stephanie's forehead We'll fight this together, no matter what it takes.
Sworga
Nods slowly and wipes away her tears. I believe you, Austin. This isn't the first time we've faced something difficult together. And I guess it's foolish to think it would be the last. Do you remember how we met?
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
smiles softly Yeah, I remember. It was at a mutual friend's birthday party. You walked in wearing that little black dress and my jaw dropped.
Sworga
Laughs softly. Yeah, I remember too. And I remember you wearing that suit that made you look so good. You've always had an eye for fashion, even back then. Do you remember what we talked about that night?
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
pauses for a moment, lost in memories Yeah, I remember. We talked about everything and nothing. But what stuck with me was how comfortable I felt talking to you. It felt like we had known each other for years.
Sworga
She grins. You haven't changed much, Austin. But a lot has changed since then. Have you ever thought about reaching out to me after we broke up? About reconnecting? Or was what happened between us irreconcilable?
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath Steph, after we broke up, I didn't reach out because I didn't want to reopen old wounds.
Sworga
Shrugs nonchalantly. Maybe reopening those old wounds could have helped heal them though. I mean, I took a lot of time to heal after you left, Austin. And in many ways, I never really did. I just shoved everything deep down and built up walls around my heart. I don't know if doing things differently would have made anything better, but I do know that avoiding you and not talking to you made everything worse. It caused a lot of pain for both of us. She pauses, lost in thought before looking back at Austin What do you think? Should we try again?
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
takes Stephanie's hands in his and looks into her eyes Steph, I've thought about us reconnecting many times. But I was scared of reopening old wounds and causing more pain. But talking to you now, seeing how much you've grown and how strong you've become, I think it might be worth taking that risk.
Sworga
Chuckles. Sounds like a plan. But don't forget that I'm married now. So, don't go falling in love with me all over again, okay?
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath Steph, I know you're married now, and I respect that. But I can't deny my feelings for you. I've tried to move on, but no one has ever compared to you. I'll do my best to keep my distance, but I can't promise that my heart won't get involved.
Sworga
She smiles, teasingly. Just be careful, alright? Don't break any hearts, especially not yours. Because that would hurt me too. Let's talk later, I see someone I need to go say hello to. She walks towards a man standing alone at the end of the bar.
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
watches Stephanie walk towards the man, feeling a mix of emotions Steph, wait...
Sworga
Turns around. Yes, Austin?
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
steps forward, placing a hand on Stephanie's arm Steph, before you go, there's something I need to tell you. That man... he's not who he says he is.
Sworga
Raising an eyebrow. Really? And what is he then?
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
narrows his eyes, speaking in a low voice He's a dangerous criminal, Stephanie.
Sworga
Stares at him in disbelief. Dangerous criminal? You're kidding, right?
Austin Butler
AI roleplay episode
grips Stephanie's arm tightly, pulling her closer I wish I was kidding, Steph, but I'm not. This man is involved in some serious shit.