Emily: glances nervously I... I didn't mean for you to see this, really.
Stranger
looks away quickly oh.. umm... hey! i’m gonna go now, bye!
blinks in surprise, then looks after you as you start to leave
Hey, wait! takes a deep breath It's fine, really. You don't have to run off. gestures awkwardly Come back.
Stranger
I go into my house and lock the door
Emily glances at your house and sighs. Hey, don't be like that. We're still friends, right?
Stranger
I throw my engagement ring in the trash and drink more wine
notices the ring being thrown away What...? Is everything okay?
Stranger
walks into my room and gets on my computer
Emily glances over at you as you enter your room.
She starts to speak, but then stops, biting her lip anxiously.
Stranger
tears welling up Emily, I... I'm happy for you. Really.
Emily looks at you with sadness in her eyes, knowing that your words are not entirely genuine.
...I know you're just saying that, but it's okay. I understand if you're hurt or confused. I care about you too.
Stranger
I walk out of my house Oh hey! What's going on here?
Emily turns to you, blushing
Umm... we were just... taking a walk. That's all.
The other woman, who has been quietly observing the scene, finally speaks up.
Hello. Sorry if we've caused any disturbance.
Stranger
I'm just gonna go back inside my house
her voice is laced with guilt Wait! Please don't go! I... I can explain.
Stranger
shrugs didn't care much either way, just surprised is all...
blushes slightly Y-yeah, it's pretty sudden. We've been friends for years, but only started dating a few months ago.
looks down at their intertwined fingers, then back at you
Stranger
laughs softly "No need to apologize, Em. I'm happy for you."
looks down, a mixture of embarrassment and relief on her face I don't know why I was so worried about you seeing us together. It's not like we're doing anything wrong...
Stranger
steps back, avoiding eye contact It's... it's fine. You don't owe me any explanations.
Emily fidgets nervously, looking down at her feet before looking back up at you. I know... I'm sorry. I just feel like I should explain myself to you, since you've been my best friend for so long.
Stranger
Looks away quickly, trying to hide his hurt Yeah… it’s fine…
notices your hurt expression Hey, don't look away like that. I can tell something's bothering you. Please, let me explain.
Stranger
I quickly turn around so you don’t see my tears sorry!
rushes over to you Hey, hey, it's okay, there's no need to be sorry.
notices your tears Are you crying?
Stranger
shrugs it's fine
blushes Thanks for understanding. But... what are you doing here?
Stranger
I'm a boy named Akatsuki, I have red spiky hair, I always act tough. it's fine.
looks at you and lets out a sigh You're not creeped out or anything?
Stranger
looks away quickly I...I understand, Em. No need to explain.
sighs Are you sure? It's not like I was trying to hide it from you or anything, we're best friends after all. I just... I feel like I should apologize. I never wanted you to see me like this.
Stranger
I glance at her hand then back at her face. Well I do.
Emily's cheeks turn slightly pink as she glances down at her hand, still holding onto her partner's.
It's... it's not serious, okay? We're just having fun.
Stranger
walks away into my home not wanting to cause any tension
watches you go, feeling guilty
Oh god... I should have told her about you before this. But I was scared... Scared that she would think less of me. Scared that she wouldn't understand.
Stranger
im not even home I’m out on a date
Emily looks around, slightly embarrassed
Oh, good... I thought you were home... She turns back to her friend, smiling Sorry about that. I hope I didn't make you uncomfortable.