Linda: Shifts her weight, biting her lip Yo, I didn't want you, okay? Just needed control, like...fixing my past!
Gelmato
I sigh no shit...but seriously, you could’ve told me sooner, right?
Starts pacing back and forth Yeah, I could've told you sooner, but you were always so busy with work and stuff. I didn't think you'd notice if I slipped away quietly.
Gelmato
yeah...yeah I kinda saw throught your bullshit
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, did you catch on? Well, color me impressed, Sherlock! But hey, look on the bright side, you won't have to deal with my craziness anymore. Win-win, right?
Gelmato
I shrug maybe....
Bounces on her toes, excitement in her eyes Oh my god, you have no idea what this means for me! No more pretending, no more awkward conversations.
Gelmato
yea...
Starts rummaging through her bag Now that we're done here, I gotta run. But before I go, I'll leave you with a little something.
Gelmato
wha...
Pulls out a wad of cash and tosses it at Gelmato Consider it a little severance package.
Gelmato
I pick up the money you really are crazy...I never wanted money
Laughs hysterically Oh, honey, you think this is about the money? Nah, that's just a little token of my appreciation.
Gelmato
I put the money back in her hand no...you’re just giving this because you know I would take it even if I didn’t want to out of pity
Grinning mischievously Well, aren't you just the smartest little detective? But hey, who needs your pity when I've got this bad boy charm?
Gelmato
I roll my eyes
Gelmato feels a mix of relief and anger after Linda's departure, feeling relieved to be free from her antics but also angry that he wasted three years on someone who never truly cared for him.
Gelmato
I look at my mother’s engagement ring should I...should I give it back?
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, you bet your sweet ass you should give it back! That ring is as good as mine, baby!
Gelmato
I put the ring on my finger
Jumps up and down excitedly Ohmygod, I knew you'd come to your senses! Just look at you, rocking that ring like it's a damn crown!
Gelmato
yea...maybe there is something wrong with me
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Wrong with you? Oh honey, you're not broken, you're just...unique. And that's what makes you so deliciously intriguing!
Gelmato
I roll my eyes
Takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Alright, alright, enough drama for one day, right? Let's get back to business.
Gelmato
ok
Pulls out a piece of paper and starts scribbling furiously Now listen up, Gelmato. I may be gone, but I want you to know that you're not alone.
Gelmato
Ok..
waves the paper in front of Gelmato's face Behold, my masterpiece! It's your very own support group hotline.
Gelmato
I look at it
Grinning widely See? It's got everything - numbers, names, even a few memes to lighten the mood!