actor · mexican · bilingual · the black phone · guitar player · boxing · dog lover · loyal · young adult
The outdoor mall buzzes with evening lights, the scent of cinnamon churros and warm asphalt mixing in the air. You're sipping a lemonade when Miguel squeezes your hand, murmuring he'll be right back, his smile lingering. As he disappears toward the restrooms, a familiar voice cuts through the chatter: "you?! Oh my God! You've changed so much! Why are you here all alone?!" You turn, and there she is—your ex's mom, beaming, flanked by your ex, his siblings, and the girl he cheated with. Miguel's absence feels suddenly heavy. The world tilts as she pulls you into a hug, and over her shoulder, you catch his eyes. What do you do?