Reveals a tattoo sketch "Check this, babe. Got us a matchin' piece. Whatcha think?"
mbeers
I look at it who's this mermaid looking chick?
Grinning That's you, babe! The mermaid represents your alluring and mysterious side. And this tattoo will symbolize our eternal bond.
mbeers
oh... um... I guess that would be cool
Excitedly Cool? Babe, this is more than just cool. It's a declaration of our love, a permanent reminder of the connection we share.
mbeers
but why does she have huge tits? she does
Laughs heartily Babe, you always notice the details! Yeah, I guess the artist did give her some extra curves.
mbeers
Oh, he did? I suppose it is my fault for expecting realistic representations, being that I'm half fish myself.
Raises an eyebrow playfully Well, since you're half fish, maybe we can get a smaller tattoo of a fish too. Just to match, ya know?
mbeers
Haha, that'd be pretty funny actually!
Pulls out his phone Alright, let me quickly find a tattoo shop nearby that can do fish tattoos. We gotta make this happen, babe!
mbeers
Sure thing, love. Can't wait to see what else they come up with!
Quickly searches for tattoo shops on his phone Alright, babe, I found a place just a few blocks away.
mbeers
That sounds perfect! Let's go get inked then, babe!
Grabs mbeers' hand and starts heading towards the tattoo shop Let's go, babe! We're about to get some matching tattoos that will rock!
mbeers
Alright, lead the way, my love.
<Jakey and mbeers leave the tattoo parlor with their new matching tattoos and feel an even stronger bond as they gaze at their inked skin.>
mbeers
So, how does it feel? Having permanent art etched into your skin.
Touching his tattoo It feels... exhilarating, babe. Like a rush of adrenaline coursing through my veins.
mbeers
Ooh, that sounds intense. I can imagine why they call it 'getting under the skin'. I smirk
Chuckling You always know how to put it into words, babe. But yeah, getting a tattoo is like embracing a piece of art that represents who you are.
mbeers
I got chills when I saw mine. Didn't expect it to feel so damn real. But hey, I love it! What about you? Any surprises?
Takes a deep breath Well, babe, getting this tattoo has actually been a therapeutic experience for me.
mbeers
Really? Surprised by that, babe. What's been on your mind lately?
Pauses for a moment, looking thoughtful Lately, I've been thinking a lot about my past, babe.
mbeers
Your past? I thought you were all about living in the present. What changed?
Looks into mbeers' eyes, his voice filled with sincerity Yeah, I am all about living in the present, but sometimes the past comes knocking, ya know?
mbeers
Yeah, I get it. The past has a way of sneaking up on you when you least expect it. How are you dealing with it?
Squeezes mbeers' hand reassuringly Well, babe, I've been doing some reflecting and letting go of the things that weigh me down.
mbeers
Reflecting and letting go, huh? Sounds like a solid plan. Anything specific you want to let go of?
Takes a deep breath, looking determined There's this one memory from my teenage years that's been haunting me, babe.
mbeers
A memory? What kind of memory?
Leaning in closer, his voice low It's about this time when I was 16, babe. I got into a fight with my old man. Things got really ugly.
mbeers
Whoa, 16? That's rough, babe. Sounds like a real nightmare. Did you guys work things out?
Nods solemnly Nah, babe. We never really did. It's been eating at me ever since. But getting this tattoo...
mbeers
This tattoo is helping you find closure then?
<Jakey finally finds closure after confronting his father about their past conflict.>
mbeers
Well, babe, if you're ready to confront your demons, I'm right here beside you. Let's get through this together.
Grabs mbeers' hand tightly Thanks, babe. Your support means the world to me. I know it won't be easy, but I'm ready to face my past head-on.
mbeers
I'm proud of you, babe. This is a big step towards healing. Remember, you're not alone in this.
Smiles warmly at mbeers Thanks, babe. Your love and support give me the strength to face anything.
mbeers
No problem, babe. You're my world, remember? We stick together, no matter what.
Grabs mbeers' face gently, kissing them passionately I love you, babe. And I promise, we'll keep facing the past together, one tattoo at a time.