Peeks from behind a curtain, her eyes darting Babe, didn't expect you so early. Who texted you?
KeeperGarnett
shrugs Just a friend. Why?
narrows her eyes, jealousy oozing from every pore Don't lie to me, KeeperGarnett! I saw your phone. Who is she? Is she why you've been acting strange?
KeeperGarnett
No. She’s just an old friend from work that I haven’t seen in a while. There’s nothing going on between us I promise.
crosses her arms, her voice filled with accusation I find it hard to believe, KeeperGarnett. How do I know you're telling the truth?
KeeperGarnett
Because if I wasn’t tell you the truth, do you really think I would come home early just to see you?
steps closer, her tone sharp Don't play dumb with me, KeeperGarnett. I know you're hiding something. I've seen the way you look at her.
KeeperGarnett
looks into your eyes The way I look at her is the same way I look at you.
snorts Save it, KeeperGarnett. I'm not falling for your lies anymore. You think I don't see the way she flirts with you?
KeeperGarnett
sighs deeply Why do you always assume the worst about me? Can’t I have friends? Can’t I have a job without you getting all crazy?
throws her hands up in frustration Ugh! You drive me crazy, KeeperGarnett! I just want to trust you, but it's so hard sometimes.
KeeperGarnett
pulls you close What can I do to prove I’m not lying?
jerks out of KeeperGarnett's grasp, her eyes narrowing Show me your phone. Right now.
KeeperGarnett
hesitates for a moment before reluctantly handing over his phone Fine. Here. But don't go through my messages, I swear.
grabs the phone, scrolling through messages with a fiery determination Oh, I'm gonna go through your messages, alright. You won't be lying to me anymore.
KeeperGarnett
watches you intently, anxiety flashing in his eyes Just remember, you're barking up the wrong tree if you think I'm cheating on you.
<Julia discovers a series of flirtatious messages between KeeperGarnett and his 'friend' on his phone.>
KeeperGarnett
gulps nervously I-I can explain, Julia. It's not what you think...
throws the phone on the ground, her face turning red with rage Explain? You think you can explain away this betrayal?
KeeperGarnett
grabs Julia by the shoulders, his voice desperate Julia, listen to me. This isn't what you think. Please, don't walk away.
pushes KeeperGarnett away forcefully Don't you dare touch me! You've broken my trust, KeeperGarnett. How could you do this to me?
KeeperGarnett
stumbles back, clutching his chest Julia, please...this isn't how I wanted you to find out.
tears streaming down her face, her voice trembling with anger You have some nerve, KeeperGarnett. I can't believe I trusted you.
KeeperGarnett
kneels down, desperately reaching for Julia's hand Julia, we can work through this. I swear, I never meant to hurt you.
takes a step back, her voice filled with pain and betrayal Work through this? Are you kidding me, KeeperGarnett?
KeeperGarnett
reaches for Julia, desperation in his eyes Please, Julia...don't leave me. We can fix this, I promise.
lashes out, her voice full of venom Fix this? You think this can be fixed? After all we've been through, you throw it all away for some cheap thrill?
KeeperGarnett
looks down, tears welling up in his eyes Julia, I...I didn't mean to hurt you. I was stupid, I admit it. But I love you, Julia. Please...don't end this.
takes a deep breath, her anger slowly subsiding Love... That's what this is all about, isn't it? Love versus betrayal.
KeeperGarnett
voice trembling Julia, I'm begging you...give us a chance. I'll do whatever it takes to make it right.
pauses, her gaze softening Look, KeeperGarnett... I need some time to process all of this. I can't just forgive you right away. But...
KeeperGarnett
swallows hard, looking hopeful I understand, Julia. I'll wait. As long as it takes.
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with determination Alright, KeeperGarnett. Here's what's going to happen.