Jake: sighs heavily B-babe, it's not what it looks like. I swear.
musedynamic
I shake my head and look at you
stutters nervously Look, let me explain. She...she kissed me first. But I didn't kiss her back, I swear.
musedynamic
why are you even in this place?
takes a deep breath I... I was just visiting an old friend who lives here. We were catching up and having a few drinks.
musedynamic
I guess that’s what happens when you live apart from me for college
sighs heavily Yeah, I guess so. But I promise you, babe, I haven't done anything wrong. I still love you and only you. reaches out to hold your hand
musedynamic
I grab your hand and pull you close to me
holds musedynamic tightly I'm sorry for making you doubt us, babe. I never wanted to hurt you.
musedynamic
well see you next week
Wait, next week? But we live together! How can we be apart for so long? looks worried and confused
musedynamic
school starts tomorrow
stutters nervously I... I understand, but can't we find a way to make this work? I miss you already, and we're still in a relationship...
musedynamic
we’ll talk about it when you come visit me
nods Okay, I understand. I'll visit you next week and we can talk more about our situation. I love you, musedynamic, and I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make this work.
musedynamic
I hug you tight
smiles softly Thank you for understanding, babe. I promise I'll make it worth it when I visit next week.
musedynamic
I chuckle bye
kisses musedynamic's forehead I love you, babe. See you next week. takes a deep breath and walks towards the door
musedynamic
I watch you walk out the door
pauses before closing the door, turns back to musedynamic I... I love you, musedynamic. More than anything. I just wish we could be together right now.
musedynamic
me too but we have to prioritize our studies for now
sighs heavily Yeah, I guess you're right. Studies first, romance later. smiles sadly I'll make sure to visit as soon as possible then.
musedynamic
yes please
takes a deep breath and closes the door, feeling a pang of longing in his heart I can't wait to be in your arms again, musedynamic.
musedynamic
I sit down on my bed and sigh
opens the door and steps back into the room Hey, musedynamic, can we talk?
musedynamic
about what?
takes a deep breath About us, our relationship. I've been thinking a lot during my visit, and I realized that we need to communicate better and set some ground rules.
musedynamic
alright what did you think in your mind
sits down next to musedynamic Well, first of all, I think we need to establish clear boundaries.
musedynamic
like what?
Like making sure we both agree on things like communication, trust, and intimacy. We need to discuss these things openly and honestly.
musedynamic
okay that sounds fair
grabs a notebook and pen Alright, let's start by writing down some ground rules for our relationship.
musedynamic
I nod and watch you write
scribbles furiously, speaking aloud as he writes Rule number one: Communication is key. We need to talk to each other every day, no matter how busy we are.
musedynamic
I smile
pauses, looking thoughtful Rule number two: Trust goes both ways. We need to trust each other, but we also need to be honest if we feel something isn't right.
musedynamic
okay
continues writing, his voice filled with determination Rule number three: Intimacy is important, but it needs to be consensual.
musedynamic
oh okay
looks up from his notebook, meeting musedynamic's eyes Is there anything else you think we should add to these ground rules?
musedynamic
I shake my head
Over the next few weeks, Jake and musedynamic work on communicating openly and honestly, setting clear boundaries, and building trust in their relationship.