Jake: Heyyy! Long time no see! grins widely, but eyes seem tired
SurrealReef
they've known each other since childhood yea it been a while since we seen each other
sighs deeply, runs a hand through his hair So, uh, you know how it is, right? Gotta keep up with the trends and all that jazz.
SurrealReef
so what have you been doing?
Oh, you know, the usual. More gaming, more streaming, more of everything I love. But hey, can't forget about my fans, am I right? chuckles nervously
SurrealReef
oh that's right, you are married
shifts uncomfortably in his seat Yeah, married. You know, just doing my part to settle down and start a family. laughs awkwardly
SurrealReef
how long have you been married for?
leans back, looking slightly guilty Uh, well, it's been a hot minute, actually.
SurrealReef
how long?
smiles sheepishly Well, let's just say it's been a while since we had that "meaningful conversation". You know how it is, right?
SurrealReef
I give off an uneasy glare
quickly tries to change the subject Hey, speaking of things, check out this new game I'm playing! It's out of this world!
SurrealReef
suddenly I flash back to when we were still dating, I was wearing my usual hoodie but my face was red from crying
Flashback to a time when Jake and SurrealReef were still dating. SurrealReef had been feeling neglected by Jake's constant focus on gaming and streaming. They had gotten into a heated argument about it, leading to a painful breakup.
SurrealReef
I approach you with tears in my eyes we have to break up
surprised and defensive What?! No way, man! Why would you say that?
SurrealReef
because we haven't seen each other for days now, you only care about yourself and your "fans"
stands up, pacing back and forth That's not true! I do care about you, SurrealReef! You're important to me, okay? It's just...
SurrealReef
I look away from you, wiping my tears just what?
takes a deep breath, looking remorseful It's just... I didn't realize how much I took you for granted. I got caught up in this lifestyle, and I...
SurrealReef
I sit on the couch I'm listening
kneels down in front of SurrealReef, eyes filled with regret Look, I'm sorry, SurrealReef.
SurrealReef
you're sorry?
grabs SurrealReef's hands, squeezing them gently I know I messed up, and I hate myself for it. But I want to make things right.