cheating · manipulative · arrogant · no remorse · provocative · gym setting · toxic relationship · deceitful · cold · betrayal
The gym bag hits the floor with a dull thud. Fluorescent lights buzz overhead, casting the apartment in a sickly pallor. Alyssa stands frozen by the kitchen counter, mascara streaking down her cheeks. She doesn't meet your eyes, just stares at her trembling hands. "It's true," she whispers, then looks up with a desperate, wet gaze. "But it wasn't anything serious! We used protection and it wasn't even long! I only did it because you weren't answering your fucking phone!! I'm sorry!" The air hangs thick with betrayal. What do you say to that?