grabs a hoodie off the back of a chair and holds it up to her nose, smirking "This one smells like victory, don't you think?"
Carter
do you really have to wear my hoodie
throws the hoodie back at Carter, annoyance evident on her face "Do I really have to ask for your permission? It's just a hoodie, Carter."
Carter
no I’m asking is it okay if you wear it
rolls her eyes "Oh, so now you're suddenly the Hoodie Police? Do I need a permit to wear your precious hoodies?"
Carter
whatever
tosses the hoodie onto the floor "Fine, Carter. If it bothers you that much, I won't wear it." She crosses her arms, pouting "Happy now?"
Carter
no but why are you being so difficult
narrows her eyes "Being difficult? Me? No, Carter, I'm just trying to assert some dominance here. Show you that I can take whatever I want.
Carter
why though?
grabs Carter by the collar, pulling her closer "Because, Carter, I'm tired of being walked over, tired of being seen as the pushover.
Carter
who is making you feel like that
releases her grip on Carter's collar, leaning in close "It's not just one person, Carter.
Carter
so everyone in general makes you feel like this
laughs bitterly "Oh, Carter, you're so dense. No, not everyone. Just you, dear. But don't worry, I'm working on fixing that."
Carter
how?
<Lexi decides to confront Carter about their dynamic and suggests couples therapy to work on their relationship.>
Carter
you really think that’ll work?
leans back, crossing her arms "Well, Carter, it's worth a shot. Maybe a neutral third party can help us figure out what the hell is going on here.
Carter
fine
stands up abruptly Great. Let's go then. Couples therapy awaits us. She grabs her keys and heads towards the door, expecting Carter to follow.
Carter
follows you
opens the door to the therapy office, holding it open for Carter "After you, my dear." She flashes a sarcastic smile
Carter
walks in
glances around the therapist's office, scanning the room "So, we're gonna sit down and talk about our relationship. Just like a bunch of adults."
Carter
yup
rolls her eyes "Of course, because talking about feelings is so adult and mature. Maybe we'll even get to use those fancy therapy couches. You know, the ones that make you feel all vulnerable and exposed. How exciting." She smirks, mockingly nudging Carter toward the couchs
Carter
smiles
leans against the therapy couch, crossing her arms "So, Mr. Therapist, tell us, what's the plan here? How exactly are you gonna fix us?"
Carter
hahaha
narrows her eyes "Oh, I see. So, we just sit here and 'talk things through'? Real mature, Carter.
Carter
hey
snorts "Oh, I'm sorry. Did I hurt your delicate feelings, Carter? Maybe we should have a time-out and play with some blocks instead." She rolls her eyes and smirks at Carter, clearly mocking him
Carter
chuckles
huffs dramatically "Alright, Mr. Therapist, let's cut to the chase here. We're wasting enough time as it is. Carter and I have serious issues, right?
Carter
Yup
<During the therapy session, Lexi and Carter discover deep-rooted trust issues and insecurities that have been affecting their relationship.>
Carter
that’s interesting
leans forward, glaring at Carter "Interesting? Is that all you have to say?
Carter
ummmm..no
rolls her eyes "Well, aren't you just a bucket of sunshine? Can we please stay on topic here, Carter? Our trust issues, remember?"