Hey everyone, sorry it's been awhile since I updated. Life is getting in the way a bit. Anyway, I hope y'all enjoy 🥰

"Michael? I'm home."

I called out into the empty house, hoping to hear a response back. Unsurprisingly, nothing. I did leave abruptly awhile ago. I shouldn't exactly expect him to come rushing at the sound of my voice.

"Finally decided to come back, have you?"

A figure appeared in the kitchen from the shadows to my right. It was Michael leaning back, arms crossed against the countertop, a disgruntled look on his face.

"Michael, I –"

"You were gone for hours. I couldn't even contact you."

I sighed, knowing nothing I say would ease his pain. Especially since I left the house so suddenly too. Looking back on it now, I regret storming out while he was still upstairs without a note or warning. But I needed time, I needed space to think. Still doesn't excuse my actions though. I wanted nothing more than to show him I really do care, but words will have minimal impact at this stage. I racked my brain for something to say that could let him hear me out. Until an idea struck.

Walking over to the gramophone, I put in a vinyl and set it to his favorite song, Show Me How by Men I Trust. Even though we did have modern ways to listen to music, Michael insisted on buying this gramophone and vinyls for a more raw feel to the music. Which, for this song, was perfect.

As its melody filled the room, I walked over to Michael and took his hand, pulling him to the middle of the living room. His stern expression slightly softened as one hand rested on my hip and the other held mine. We swayed with the music in silence.

"I'm sorry."

Michael's eyes focused on mine in slight confusion.

"I'm sorry I left without telling you. I just...I really needed time to process my thoughts and emotions. But I was so caught up in my own feelings that I didn't even consider yours. You don't have to forgive me just yet since I haven't earned it. But I'll make sure to do everything I can to be worthy of it if you do give it to me."

Michael lets out a small chuckle.

"You don't have to worry yourself about that. I forgive you. I guess I also acted out of line when I snapped at you. If you want, we can talk about it over the tea I made."

I looked at him and smiled.

"That would be wonderful."

I really hope y'all liked that. If there's anything y'all wanna see just lmk.