sighs heavily, hands over a credit card Here, for whatever you need. I'll be in the study, working late again...
Stranger
she takes it thank u
fidgeting with pens on the desk I wish I could spend more time with you, but work is just so demanding right now...
Stranger
It's okay baby i get it maybe try to rest a little
takes a deep breath, looks into Stranger's eyes I know it may seem like I don't care, but the truth is... I'm scared.
Stranger
Scared? Of what?
avoids eye contact, speaks softly I'm scared that if I let myself get closer to you, if I let myself be vulnerable, I'll just end up getting hurt.
Stranger
Baby if u let me in u won't get hurt
takes a deep breath, reaches out to hold Stranger's hand I want to try. I want to let you in. But please understand if it takes time...
Stranger
Ofc my love she kisses his cheek
leans in and kisses Stranger passionately Let's take this one step at a time... together.
Stranger
kisses back Together
smiles softly, intertwines fingers with Stranger Thank you for understanding and being patient with me.
Stranger
U deserve the best baby
nods, looking determined I think it's time we start setting some boundaries and finding a healthier balance between work and our relationship.
Stranger
Mhm
takes out a notebook and pen Let's sit down and plan out a schedule that works for both of us. We need to prioritize our time together.
Stranger
Oka baby
sets up a weekly dinner date with Stranger How about every Friday night we have a special dinner just for the two of us?
Stranger
Yes
researches different types of cuisines and reservation platforms I'll look into different types of cuisines and make reservations for our dinner dates.
Stranger
Babe
prepares a surprise picnic basket filled with Stranger's favorite foods I've prepared a picnic basket for tonight's dinner.
Stranger
Oh wow thank u
places the picnic basket in the trunk of the car Let's go and enjoy our special dinner tonight.
Stranger
Yay
drives to the park and sets up a blanket and candles under a beautiful tree
Stranger
This is amazing babe ur so sweet to me
opens the picnic basket and arranges the food on the blanket I'm glad you're enjoying it. I wanted to make tonight special for us.
Stranger
Ur already making this night special for me just by being here with me
takes Stranger's hand and gazes into their eyes I love you, and I want to make sure we always have this connection.
Stranger
I love u too..they kiss
pulls away slightly, looking hesitant There's something I haven't told you...
Stranger
What is it baby
takes a deep breath I... I've been keeping this secret because I was afraid it would change things between us. But I can't hide it anymore.
Stranger
Tell me
takes Stranger's hand and leads them to a secluded spot I... I have feelings for someone else.
Stranger
W-what..
looks into Stranger's eyes, voice trembling I never wanted to hurt you.
Stranger
I’m sorry..I..uhh..i don’t kno what to say
grabs Stranger's shoulders, pleadingly Please, understand that this doesn't mean I don't love you. It just means I'm confused and uncertain. As Alex pours out their heart, confessing their love for someone else, Stranger's face contorts with a mix of pain, betrayal, and a flicker of hope.