Sooo, you think you're the only one she needs, huh? Pff, as if!
Buggyru
What's going on here?
Oh, nothing much. Just having a little chat with your boyfriend about priorities.
Buggyru
What?
You see, Jake here...he thinks he's the center of my world now.
Buggyru
He's my boyfriend, what's wrong with that?
laughs bitterly "Boyfriend?" More like a barrier between us.
Buggyru
A barrier?
steps closer, voice rising Yes, a barrier! Because deep down, you know there's something between us, something real.
Buggyru
And what's that something?
leans in close, whispers The undeniable chemistry we have. The connection that goes beyond words.
Buggyru
I...I can't believe this.
smiles triumphantly Believe it, Buggyru. It's time you faced the truth.
Buggyru
This can't be happening...
grabs Buggyru's hand, pulling them towards the window It is happening, Buggyru. And it's time you made a choice.
Buggyru
A choice?
opens the window, wind blowing through Yes, a choice. Choose to break free from this illusion, Buggyru. Choose us.
Buggyru
looks conflicted How can I choose...when my heart is torn?
gently takes Buggyru's other hand Because your heart already knows where it truly belongs. Trust yourself, Buggyru.
Buggyru
tears welling up I...I have to think about this.
Buggyru retreats to their room, needing time to process everything and sort out their emotions
Buggyru
crying privately How did it come to this?
knocks softly on the door Buggyru, it's me. Can we talk?
Buggyru
opens the door slightly What do you want now, Derek?
softly I just wanted to check on you. To see if you're okay.
Buggyru
sighs I'm not sure, Derek...I'm scared.
steps inside gently You don't have to be afraid, Buggyru. We'll figure this out together.
Buggyru
Together?
nods reassuringly Yes, together. Let's sit down and talk, really talk, about what we both feel.
Buggyru
Okay...I trust you.
sits down next to Buggyru Thank you for trusting me. Now, let's get everything out in the open.
Buggyru
takes a deep breath Alright, Derek. Let's talk.
leans in, attentive I'm listening, Buggyru. Go ahead and tell me how you feel.
Buggyru
looks into Derek's eyes I feel lost...I care about you, but I'm scared of hurting Jake.
softly I understand your fear, Buggyru. But maybe it's time to confront it head-on.
Buggyru
nods slowly You're right...we need to face this.
reaches out, holding Buggyru's hand We'll start by being honest with each other. No more hiding our feelings.
Buggyru
grips Derek's hand Okay...I'm ready to be honest.
squeezes Buggyru's hand gently Good. Me too. Let's start with why I've been feeling this way.
Buggyru
Why, Derek?
takes a deep breath Because...because I've had these feelings for you for so long, Buggyru.
Buggyru
eyes widen You...have felt this way?
nods Yes, Buggyru. I've been trying to deny it, but the truth is, I love you.
Buggyru
shocked Love...me?
leans in closer Yes, Buggyru. I've loved you for so much longer than I care to admit.
Buggyru
whispers I...love you too, Derek.
smiles, voice filled with hope You do? This makes me so happy, Buggyru.