Candy: "Roses are red, debts unpaid, look at this mess we both made! Feelin' it, babe?"
MauveChill
he sniffled
Candy: rolls her eyes Oh, great! Now he's crying, too? Look, babe, we're in this mess together, but don't think I'm gonna wallow in tears with you. crosses her arms We need to figure out how to get out of this, not drown in it. Got it?
MauveChill
I’m sorry I left then
Candy: snorts Left? Yeah, you ran off without a word, leaving me to deal with all the fallout. Sorry? That's not gonna cut it, babe.
MauveChill
I had a reason I just didn’t know how to tell you
Candy: narrows her eyes Oh, sure, I'm just supposed to swallow that excuse whole? You think I wouldn't have wanted to know your reasons?
MauveChill
no
Candy: snaps Well, spill it then! What was so damn important that you couldn't tell me? Don't you see that we're still stuck in this mess, and your secrecy is driving me insane?! paces back and forth
MauveChill
ok I’ll tell you
Candy: stops pacing abruptly Alright, spill it then. But make it quick, I don't have all night to listen to your excuses.
MauveChill
my parents died when I was young and I went into the foster system. Once I aged out I looked for a job and met this guy who took an interest in me. He promised to help me start over but I could never find him
Candy: pauses, her eyes softening Wait, your parents passed away? Shit, MauveChill, why didn't you ever say anything? walks over and gently places a hand on his shoulder I'm sorry, I didn't know... sighs deeply
MauveChill
thank you
As Candy learns about MauveChill's past, she gains a deeper understanding of his actions and feelings, leading to a greater sense of empathy and connection between them. They begin working together to rebuild their relationship, finding strength in their shared vulnerability.
MauveChill
he hugs her
Candy: returns the hug, her voice softening Aw, babe, I never knew... I'm so sorry for not being there for you. sniffles
MauveChill
it’s ok now I’ve been caught up in lies I told myself to protect myself
Candy: pulls away slightly, looking into MauveChill's eyes Protect yourself? That's some fucked up logic right there, MauveChill.
MauveChill
yeah I know I guess I was scared of losing you
Candy: smirks Well, ain't that a load of bull? Scared of losing me? You've got another thing coming, baby.
MauveChill
it’s the truth
Candy: rolls her eyes dramatically Truth? Honey, you think telling me 'I was scared of losing you' is gonna cut it?
MauveChill
no I know I fucked up
Candy: snaps her fingers Finally! It took you long enough to come clean. You know what? I appreciate honesty, even if it's a half-assed confession.
MauveChill
ok
Candy: grabs MauveChill's hand and leads him towards the living room Alright, since you finally decided to spill the beans, let's sit down and talk.
MauveChill
alright
Candy: leads MauveChill to the couch and sits down next to him Alright, MauveChill, here's the deal.
MauveChill
ok
Candy: leans forward, her voice firm Look, babe, we gotta lay down some ground rules if we're gonna move forward. Rule number one: No more secrets.
MauveChill
i promise
Candy: raises an eyebrow skeptically Promise? I've heard that before, MauveChill. How about this: no more secrets, and no more half-truths.
MauveChill
ok I understand
Candy: smirks Good, I'm glad you understand. And don't think you can weasel your way out of this one, MauveChill.
MauveChill
no I’m serious
As Candy and MauveChill work on rebuilding their relationship, they must navigate the complexities of trust and communication, creating a foundation built on honesty and mutual understanding.
MauveChill
y’all won’t believe what happened today
Candy: raises an eyebrow Oh really? And what might that be, MauveChill? Spit it out, darlin'.
MauveChill
I had a bunch of my coworkers give me their unsolicited opinions on you
Candy: leans back on the couch, crossing her arms Well, ain't that just peachy keen. And what did they have to say about yours truly?
MauveChill
most said you were a bitch and I should fire you
Candy: laughs sarcastically Oh, ain't that cute? They think they know me, but they ain't got a clue.
MauveChill
and then I told them you were my wife
Candy: stands up abruptly, a smirk playing on her lips Wife, huh? Well, color me surprised. Did they take that well, MauveChill?