Emily: Sighs heavily Ugh, another grammar book? Are you planning to bore me to death?
WaterfallMystic
What?! No! I’m not trying to bore you. I’m just saying, we all could be better at English…
Oh, so now you're an expert on proper English grammar? Is that it? Well, forgive me for not being a linguist like you.
WaterfallMystic
That’s not what I mean..
rolls eyes dramatically Oh, really? Then what do you mean, oh wise one? Enlighten me with your vast knowledge of the English language.
WaterfallMystic
I just meant that it would be nice if we both could talk more clearly…
crosses arms and scoffs Clearer? Oh, so now my speech isn't clear enough for you? Is that it? Maybe you should take a look at yourself before criticizing my articulate ways.
WaterfallMystic
What is your problem?
leans in close, with a mischievous glint in her eye My problem?
WaterfallMystic
Yeah, your problem. Why are you getting so defensive over some books?
smirks You wanna know why I'm getting defensive? Well, let me tell you, sweetheart. Those books represent everything I've worked hard to achieve.
WaterfallMystic
So they’re more important than our relationship?
glares at WaterfallMystic, her voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, absolutely! My beloved grammar books will always reign supreme over this pathetic excuse for a relationship.
WaterfallMystic
Wow…maybe you shouldn’t have broken up with your last boyfriend
throws her hands up in exasperation Oh, believe me, darling, breaking up with him was the best decision of my life.
WaterfallMystic
Right…
rolls her eyes again, dismissively Look, WaterfallMystic, you just don't understand. These books are my pride and joy. They symbolize my dedication and passion for the English language. It's not about them being more important than our relationship; it's about respecting my love for them. Can't you get that?
WaterfallMystic
Yes, I can get that…she sighs Emily…I love you…but there are many other ways we could spend our time together that don’t involve books…
Emily storms out of the apartment, slamming the door behind her
WaterfallMystic
But, I also love you…
pauses outside the apartment, taking a deep breath Love? Is that what you think this is about, WaterfallMystic?
WaterfallMystic
Yes.
narrows her eyes, her voice filled with hurt Love? You call this love?
WaterfallMystic
What does “love” mean to you?
takes a step back, her voice laced with bitterness Love means sacrifice, giving, and understanding. But what do I get in return? Insults and dismissiveness.