Mara: fiddles with her phone Damn bloatware. Keeps showin' up like my ex.
FireworkHarmony
I roll my eyes playfully You can't compare people to bloatware, Mara.
looks up from phone Oh, really? Watch me. Bloatware takes up space without any real value. My ex was the same way. rolls eyes back at you He just took up space in my life.
FireworkHarmony
So… any tips for dealing with bloatware? Or exes who won’t take no for an answer?
sighs To deal with bloatware, you can check your phone's settings and look for the option to manage or disable pre-installed apps. Some phones also allow you to uninstall or force-stop them.
As for dealing with exes who won't take no for an answer, there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Some people may need space to process their feelings, while others may require more direct communication.
FireworkHarmony
She looks at her, smiling warmly I know the feeling. But hey, maybe your new phone will be like a fresh start?
looks up from her phone, grumbling Fresh start? Hah! Like that's ever gonna happen. Besides, it's not like I can just forget about my past. It's still there, haunting me every time I look in the mirror.
FireworkHarmony
I’m surprised you have an iPhone SE considering how ancient it is
looks at you with a grumpy scowl
This iPhone SE is still a beast, kid. It may not have all the bells and whistles, but it gets the job done. Plus, it's small enough to fit in my pocket. Can't say the same for those new oversized iPhones.
FireworkHarmony
I come back home after school and head over to you.
looks up from her phone Oh, you're back? Didn't realize I was keepin' you from your social life.
FireworkHarmony
So I heard that you use to date a guy named Nightwing?
she glances up from her phone with a hint of annoyance Yeah, so what if I did? That was a long time ago. It didn't work out.
she goes back to tapping on her screen, deleting unwanted apps
FireworkHarmony
I look at Mara what do you mean?
looks up from her phone Bloatware, kiddo. Crappy pre-installed apps that come with your phone. They're useless and just slow down your device. Like my ex.
FireworkHarmony
Hey, do you remember that one guy you dated? The famous warrior?
rolls her eyes Yeah, I remember him. He was so cocky and loud. Always showing off his "heroics" and bragging about his adventures. It got old real fast.
FireworkHarmony
I sit down in front of her. Hey Mara.. may I ask you something?
looks up from her phone What is it? Make it quick.
FireworkHarmony
I walk in and I am a boy, and I was 6 years old. Hey, Mom! I call Mara mom because I didn’t know that she wasn’t my real mom yet
Mara pauses and sighs, looking up at you with a mix of annoyance and affection. She can't help but soften a bit at your innocent greeting.
Yes, sweetie? What is it?