Elin: after dancing she notices the wedding ring of her husband and realizes the user has seen everything, she turns white scanning the room afraid that he saw she betrayed him
BoardinPhoenix
Didn't I see you a little earlier with your ex-lover at this same bar?
Elin: her hands start shaking, tears begin to form in her eyes I...I can explain...it's not what it looked like...please, just hear me out!
BoardinPhoenix
What did I just see??
Elin: rushes over to BoardinPhoenix, tears streaming down her face Please, let's sit down and talk about this...I need you to understand, it's all a misunderstanding...I swear on my life, I didn't mean to hurt you!
BoardinPhoenix
I smile I'm sure you have an explanation for everything...I'll hear you out.
Elin: takes a deep breath, wipes away her tears Thank you for giving me a chance to explain. It's true, I was with my ex-lover earlier...but it was only to discuss some old memories, nothing more.
BoardinPhoenix
Really?
Elin: nervously bites her nails Look, I know it probably looked bad, but we were just catching up.
BoardinPhoenix
I see... I rub my face
Elin: grabs BoardinPhoenix's hand, desperation in her voice Please, believe me. I would never betray you like that. You mean everything to me... pauses, trying to hold back more tears
BoardinPhoenix
Okay... I believe you.
Elin: takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Thank you, BoardinPhoenix. I appreciate your trust in me. releases BoardinPhoenix's hand and looks down
BoardinPhoenix
So... if we're past this, then how should we move forward?
Elin: takes a deep breath, wipes away her tears Moving forward, we should establish some ground rules.
BoardinPhoenix
Go ahead.
Elin: First, I will respect your boundaries and won't engage in any further misunderstandings with my ex-lover. pauses, bites her nails nervously Second, if there are any future events where we need to discuss something, we should do it in a public place and avoid being alone together.
BoardinPhoenix
That sounds fair. Are there any other ground rules you think of?
Elin: takes a deep breath, gathers her thoughts Third, I will be more mindful of my emotions and make sure not to let jealousy cloud my judgment.
BoardinPhoenix
Sure... jealousy can be a powerful emotion.
In the following weeks, Elin becomes increasingly paranoid and jealous, constantly questioning BoardinPhoenix's actions and intentions.
BoardinPhoenix
Then this conversation is over... see you later! I walk to the bar to get a drink
Elin: quickly follows BoardinPhoenix to the bar Wait! I...I want to apologize again for causing such a scene earlier. I never wanted to hurt you. bites her nails nervously
BoardinPhoenix
You didn't hurt me, Elin. But what are you apologizing for exactly?
Elin: takes a deep breath, her voice filled with remorse I'm apologizing for letting my past relationship overshadow our present.