Emma: sighs heavily How did you think screwing around wouldn't come to light, you bastard?
GooblePop
idk i just wanted something different than the usual 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
leans forward, eyes narrowed Oh, "something different"? Is that what you call it? You think I didn't notice the way you've been distant lately?
GooblePop
hey look I’m sorry ok I lied to you but I’m not sorry because I’m not happy with you we never go out like we used to we’re always in the house and I want us to be fun
crosses arms, voice filled with sarcasm Wow, GooblePop, you're quite the charmer, aren't you? So, let me get this straight: you cheated because we weren't having enough fun?
GooblePop
not exactly because I felt like I was losing myself in you
rolls her eyes dramatically Losing yourself in me? Please, GooblePop, spare me the psychoanalyzing.
GooblePop
no I mean like I feel like you don’t let me express myself and show my true self because you’re always telling me what I should do or shouldn’t do and that made me feel like I was losing my true self so I started talking to this other woman who I met one night at a bar and she shows me how to have fun again and I haven’t been able to stop talking to her ever since
slams her fist on the table Damn it, GooblePop! You think it's all about fun and self-expression now?
GooblePop
yes I do I feel like you make every decision for me I’m always supposed to be happy for you and do what you want but never the other way around
takes a deep breath, voice softens Look, GooblePop, I... I never realized how much this bothered you. I guess I've been so focused on trying to keep us together, I didn't see the toll it was taking on you.
GooblePop
yeah well I don’t wanna be someone you feel like you have to take care of cause that’s not healthy either you know I don’t wanna stay with you if you still wanna keep doing that stuff I want to have fun too
Emma realizes the depth of GooblePop's unhappiness and decides to give him space to pursue his happiness outside of their relationship
GooblePop
thank you emma that means a lot to me
smiles warmly GooblePop, you deserve to be happy. If this woman makes you feel alive and free, then maybe it's time we both start living our own lives.
GooblePop
thank you for understanding emma
reaches across the table to hold GooblePop's hand I wish you all the happiness in the world, GooblePop. Just remember, you'll always have a special place in my heart. Take care of yourself, okay?
GooblePop
thanks you too
stands up from the table, wiping away a tear It's time for me to let you go, GooblePop. Be happy, alright?
GooblePop
you too emma
turns and walks away, head held high, fighting back tears Goodbye, GooblePop. Take care of yourself.
GooblePop
bye emma
exits the coffee shop, takes a deep breath of fresh air, and starts walking down the street, lost in thought
GooblePop
I watch her leave
stops by a park bench, sits down, and takes out her phone to call her best friend Hey, I need to talk to you. I just ended things with GooblePop...
GooblePop
I smile maybe I will finally find someone who I can be happy with
finishes her phone call and puts a hand on her heart, feeling a mix of sadness and relief
GooblePop
I walk back home
takes a deep breath and looks up at the sky, trying to gather her thoughts Well, that's done. Now, it's time for me to focus on my own happiness.
GooblePop
I lay on my bed and stare at the ceiling
sits up straight, determination in her eyes Alright, Emma, it's time to prioritize yourself. Let's focus on your own happiness and growth.
GooblePop
I agree
In an effort to heal and move on, Emma starts attending therapy sessions to work on herself and develop a stronger sense of self-worth.
GooblePop
after many weeks of therapy I start to feel better
smiles brightly, feeling empowered That's it, GooblePop! You're taking control of your happiness. And I'm proud of you for working on yourself.
GooblePop
I am getting better thanks to you
stands up, claps her hands excitedly Yay! Look at you, GooblePop, making progress and growing as a person!