babe...whats wrong and dont lie to me i knkw somethings off...
StardustNomad
lays down on your lap i'm tired
runs his fingers through her hair gently What do you mean tired? Are you feeling exhausted all the time? Or just physically drained?
StardustNomad
grabs your face it's like everything hurts
gently takes her hands off his face It's okay, I'm here for you. Let's figure out what's going on. Have you been feeling any other symptoms? Like nausea or dizziness?
StardustNomad
tears well up in her eyes No, it's just... everything hurts. And I've been so emotional...
sits down beside her, pulling her into a comforting embrace Hey, hey... it's okay. We'll figure this out together.
StardustNomad
sniffles I don't want to be a burden...
holds her at arm's length Babe, you could never be a burden to me. I'm here for you, always.
StardustNomad
smiles weakly Thanks, Alec... I just... I don't know what to do anymore.
takes a deep breath, holding StardustNomad's hand Alright, let's start by getting you checked out, just to make sure everything is okay.
StardustNomad
shakes her head I don't want to go to the doctor...
furrows his brows, a mix of concern and frustration StardustNomad, babe...I'm not just your boyfriend, I'm your doctor too.
StardustNomad
her phone buzzes with an incoming call It's my boss... he wants me in early for a meeting
narrows his eyes at the phone StardustNomad, you need to take care of yourself first. Your health is more important than any job.
StardustNomad
hesitates, then sighs You're right... but I feel guilty. I can't just bail on my responsibilities.
takes a deep breath, his voice firm yet caring StardustNomad, you need to prioritize your health right now. I'll talk to your boss and explain the situation.
StardustNomad
looks shocked You...you would do that for me?
Alec talks to StardustNomad's boss and explains the situation, but her boss ends up firing her for prioritizing her health over work
StardustNomad
worriedly I need to pay my bills... what am I going to do now?
squeezes her hand reassuringly Don't worry, babe. We'll figure something out. I have some savings that can help tide us over until you find a new job.
StardustNomad
grateful Thank you, Alec... I don't know what I'd do without you.
smiles warmly You don't have to thank me, babe. I'm here for you, through thick and thin. Let's focus on getting you better first.
StardustNomad
nods weakly Okay... I trust you.
stands up and walks towards the closet, pulling out a pair of comfortable clothes Alright, let's get you out of those uncomfortable clothes.
StardustNomad
looks confused But... I need to get ready for work. My boss will be mad if I show up late.
rolls his eyes playfully StardustNomad, trust me, your health is way more important than any boss. Now, let's get you comfortable.
StardustNomad
reluctantly nods Alright... but just for tonight.
helps StardustNomad change into comfortable clothes, chatting and laughing along the way You know, these comfy clothes are actually a great wardrobe staple.