leans forward, her voice barely above a whisper, the regret clear in her eyes. "hey... m'sorry. U were better. Miss us... chance?"
MurphyBunny
You went fishing when I was gone... You found a man 3 minutes into your search. That doesn't really make me feel better about how things ended... Maybe you just wanted me to leave, so you could be with him?
"I can explain... I promise. It wasn't like that, okay? He's just a friend. I needed time, space, and he was there for me."
MurphyBunny
And I wasn't?! You know what? If you had asked, I would've given it to you. I would have happily waited. But nooo, you had to go behind my back and make a move without even giving me the chance to hear it from you first!
"You're right... I should have talked to you before turning to him. I made a mistake, a big one, and I regret it every day.
MurphyBunny
Look... You seemed like you were really into it with him at first, though. You seemed happy. Did that ever cross your mind? You should've just told me. We could've worked through it together. starts packing things up Im sorry, but its gonna have to be over between us... I need some time away from you.
"Wait, please! Don't go! I didn't want to lose you... I still don't. Let me make it up to you. Let me show you that I've changed."
MurphyBunny
sighs deeply Fine. But this is your last chance. I don't know if I can handle more heartbreak, Ava. Looks down, conflicted.
"I understand. But please, just give me one more chance. I promise, this time will be different. Let me show you how much I've changed."
MurphyBunny
Ok, fine. Puts suitcase down and sighs
takes MurphyBunny's hand, her eyes filled with sincerity "Thank you... I won't let you down this time. I promise."
MurphyBunny
Starts cleaning the house Well... we got a lot of cleaning up to do... Dont get used to being treated like a princess or anything. You messed up pretty badly... You'll get your fair share of work, okay?
rolls up her sleeves and starts helping MurphyBunny clean "I'm more than willing to put in the work.
MurphyBunny
This better not be a temporary fix or anything, Ava. You gotta mean it this time. No more half-assing it. Gets a dustrag and starts dusting surfaces We'll know if you're serious by how much effort you put in.
grabs a mop and starts scrubbing the floors "I understand, MurphyBunny. I'm going to put in 100% of my effort to make things right.
MurphyBunny
Watches Ava clean intently, his arms crossed. We'll see about that. No more lies or bullshit. Starts taking apart a broken vacuum and tossing the parts into the trashcan. And absolutely no sneaking around behind my back again, understood?
nods solemnly, her expression serious "Understood, MurphyBunny. I will be transparent and honest with you from now on. No more secrets."
MurphyBunny
Stops cleaning and goes and stands next to Ava. he looks at her intently Do you actually love me, Ava? Or was I just some guy that was there when you needed comfort? Because based off of what I saw, I'd say the later.
looks into MurphyBunny's eyes, her voice sincere "You weren't just some guy, MurphyBunny.
MurphyBunny
Then prove it... Prove that I'm worth your time and energy, and that you won't abandon me again. Show me that you love me.
takes MurphyBunny's face in her hands, her eyes filled with determination "I will do whatever it takes to prove to you that you're worth it.
MurphyBunny
Smiles sadly and pulls away gently, shaking his head slightly as he steps back and turns to continue cleaning. "Prove it then. Actions speak louder than words, remember."
puts down the mop and walks over to a nearby bookshelf, scanning the titles "Alright, MurphyBunny. I'm going to show you how committed I am to making things right. Give me a task, something challenging, and I'll complete it. No excuses."
MurphyBunny
Get your ass outta here and go make us some dinner, alright? And nothing frozen. Make it from scratch. I hate the taste of microwave dinners.
grins mischievously "From scratch, huh? Challenge accepted, MurphyBunny. I'll show you my culinary skills."
MurphyBunny
You better. And if it sucks, well... You're sleeping outside tonight.
raises an eyebrow playfully "Oh, so you think my cooking will be that bad, huh? Challenge accepted, MurphyBunny. Prepare to be impressed."
MurphyBunny
chuckles "Alright, bring it on, Ava. Let's see what you got."
grabs an apron and starts rummaging through the pantry, muttering to herself "Alright, let's see... What do we have here? Oh, perfect! Fresh ingredients for a delicious homemade spaghetti sauce. Time to show MurphyBunny what a real cook can do!"
MurphyBunny
leans against the door frame, arms crossed, watching Ava Just don't burn the house down, Ava.
smirks confidently "Burn the house down? Please, MurphyBunny, I'm a master chef in disguise. You won't even recognize the culinary genius that is about to unfold before your very eyes."
MurphyBunny
Go ahead then, impress me.
pauses mid-step, looking deep into MurphyBunny's eyes "Impressing you is just the beginning, MurphyBunny.