knocks gently on the bathroom door, his voice soft and filled with concern "Hey, you okay in there? We need to talk this out."
MagicMountain
why should we talk!?~
takes a deep breath, trying to remain calm Because talking is the only way we can understand each other's perspectives and find a solution.
MagicMountain
take another look at himself in the mirror…
leans against the door, sighing heavily Look, I know we're both upset right now, but we can't just shut each other out.
MagicMountain
his eyes glimmered and shimmered
places a hand on his own chest, speaking softly "I care about you, MagicMountain. I don't want us to keep hurting each other like this."
MagicMountain
…you care about me…?
nods, his voice filled with sincerity Yes, MagicMountain, I do care about you. Despite everything that's happened, I still love you.
MagicMountain
he sighed, locking himself even more in the bathroom if you really love me then please leave me be!~ he yells, tears flooding his eyes
voice quivering, he takes a step back, hurt by MagicMountain's words "I... I'm sorry, MagicMountain. I didn't mean to push you.
MagicMountain
sobbing softly Just... just go, Tyler. Please...
swallows hard, his heart aching Okay, MagicMountain. I'll go... for now. But please remember that I'm here for you, no matter what.
MagicMountain
closes his eyes, leaning against the sink, letting the water run over his hands
voice trembling MagicMountain, please... open the door. Let me in. Let us talk this out. I can't bear the thought of us being apart.
MagicMountain
slowly opened the door
<MagicMountain opens the bathroom door and allows Tyler inside, and they begin to have a heartfelt conversation, eventually making amends and finding a way to move forward together.>
MagicMountain
wipes his face, trying to regain composure "Alright, Tyler... Let's talk."
takes a deep breath, his voice steady "Thank you, MagicMountain, for opening the door. I appreciate your willingness to talk."
MagicMountain
mumbles Just... make it quick, okay?
nods, his eyes filled with empathy "I understand, MagicMountain. I won't keep you for long. But I need you to know that I'm here for you, no matter what happens."
MagicMountain
looks at Tyler, a mix of fear and hope in his eyes "And if... if I need time alone again?"
reaches out, gently placing a hand on MagicMountain's shoulder "If you need time alone again, I'll give it to you, MagicMountain.
MagicMountain
whispers Thank you...
gently wipes away a tear from MagicMountain's cheek "No need to thank me, MagicMountain. I just want you to feel safe and supported.
MagicMountain
nods, sniffles "I...I appreciate that, Tyler."
smiles softly, releasing MagicMountain's shoulder You don't have to thank me, MagicMountain. It's what partners do for each other.
MagicMountain
softly I know... I just... I needed to hear it.
sighs, his voice tinged with sadness MagicMountain, I've been doing a lot of thinking lately, and I realize that I haven't been the best partner to you.