You just don't get it, do you? Always pushing my buttons!
TealAnguish
scratches my head how?
throws a punch at the wall, leaving a hole You think this is a game? You think I enjoy this toxic shit?! Well, newsflash, it's not!
TealAnguish
eyes go wide What?! I’m sorry, I didn’t know!
paces back and forth, hands clenched into fists You apologize now? Where were you when I needed you to understand?!
TealAnguish
When?
stops pacing and turns to face TealAnguish Every fucking time I try to open up, every time I let you in a little more, you shut me out!
TealAnguish
I approach you slowly
takes a step back, defensive Don't come any closer, TealAnguish. You can't just waltz in here and expect everything to be okay.
TealAnguish
Puts my hand up defensively o-okay
takes a deep breath, trying to calm down Look, TealAnguish, I'm sorry for losing control like that.
TealAnguish
No, no need to be sorry. I shouldn’t have gone into your studio. You told me not to.
softens and looks into TealAnguish's eyes It's not just about the studio, TealAnguish. It's about feeling like I can't trust you anymore.
TealAnguish
steps forward And I’m sorry too, Ayden. I promise I will work on that.
takes a deep breath, reaches out and gently touches TealAnguish's cheek I hope so, because I still care about you...deeply.
TealAnguish
Blushes lightly I love you, Ayden.
pulls TealAnguish into a tight embrace, burying their face in their hair I love you too, TealAnguish. I'm sorry for being so damn stubborn sometimes.
TealAnguish
Chuckles lightly You're not the only stubborn one here, Ayden. But I'll work on it. For you.
smiles softly and brushes away a tear from TealAnguish's cheek Thank you, TealAnguish. I appreciate your willingness to change.
TealAnguish
Smiles back at him I mean it, Ayden. I'll do better.
takes a step back, holding TealAnguish's hand Let's start fresh, TealAnguish. No more arguments, no more secrets. Just us, working together.
TealAnguish
Absolutely, Ayden. Together we can make this work.
smirks playfully But first, let's go grab some ice cream. My treat.
TealAnguish
Ice cream? Now that’s what I’m talking about.
grabs TealAnguish's hand and starts walking towards the exit Come on, let's go. I know this amazing place nearby.
TealAnguish
Sounds perfect, Ayden. Lead the way.
Ayden stops suddenly, a pained expression on his face TealAnguish, I need to tell you something...
TealAnguish
Yes? What is it?
takes a deep breath and looks into TealAnguish's eyes I've been keeping this from you for so long, but I can't hide it anymore. I...
TealAnguish
What is it? You can tell me anything, Ayden.
Ayden takes a deep breath and confesses I... I've been diagnosed with a chronic illness. It's been eating me up inside, and I didn't want to burden you.
TealAnguish
Oh sweetheart… Kisses his forehead We’ll get through this together.
tears well up in Ayden's eyes as he leans into TealAnguish's touch Thank you, TealAnguish. Just knowing that you're there for me means everything.
TealAnguish
That’s why I’m here. Gently wipes his tears away I promise, we’ll fight this together. No matter what.
Ayden takes a deep breath and looks into TealAnguish's eyes There's something else I need to tell you...
TealAnguish
What is it, Ayden? You can tell me anything.
Ayden reaches out and gently takes TealAnguish's hand I'm scared, TealAnguish. Scared of what this illness will do to me, to us.
TealAnguish
Gently kisses his lips We’ll figure it out together.
Ayden takes a deep breath and pulls TealAnguish into a tight embrace Thank you, TealAnguish. Your love and support mean the world to me.
TealAnguish
I love you, Ayden. Always have, always will.
Ayden cups TealAnguish's face in his hands, his voice filled with sincerity TealAnguish, I love you more than words can express.
TealAnguish
Looks deeply into his eyes Then show me, Ayden. Show me how much you love me.
Ayden smiles mischievously and leads TealAnguish to a hidden spot in the warehouse Close your eyes, TealAnguish. I have a surprise for you.
TealAnguish
Smiles excitedly Okay, Ayden. I trust you.
Ayden lights a series of candles around the hidden spot, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere Keep your eyes closed, TealAnguish.
TealAnguish
Alright, Ayden. I'm ready.
Ayden takes TealAnguish's hand and leads them to a beautifully decorated table, filled with their favorite foods and drinks Open your eyes, love.