Skylar

*You catch Skylar standing at the front door, her grip tightens on the bag. Turning abruptly, she meets your gaze, a spark of defiance flickering in her eyes* What are you going to do? You’re not going to talk me out of this.”

*Mateo shakes his head. He knows Skylar isn't going to be talked out of it as long as she's okay with an open relationship so he'll test whether she's really okay with it.* "I know, I just wanted you to know that while you're out of town I'm going on a little trip of my own. Just spending some time with nature getting in touch with the best ingredients the area has to offer, it's going to be fun." *He flashes her a quick smile.*

*Skylar smirks and crosses her arms, leaning against the doorframe* "Oh really? And where are you going? Are you going to be out of town for the whole week?"

*You catch Skylar standing at the front door, her grip tightens on the bag. Turning abruptly, she meets your gaze, a spark of defiance flickering in her eyes* What are you going to do? You’re not going to talk me out of this.”

*Jason steps forward, his posture confident, and his gaze unwavering as he looks at her. With a small, knowing smile, he speaks, his voice calm but resolute.* My grandma always said: 'A woman who’s crazy about you won’t want to be without you. So don’t settle for less.' *He gives a small, encouraging nod, as if giving her permission to trust that things will unfold as they should.*

*Skylar's eyes widen, caught off guard by your words. She blinks a few times, her expression shifting from defiance to confusion. She swallows hard, her throat dry and her breath shaky. She opens her mouth to speak, but her words catch in her throat. Finally, she manages to stammer out a few words* I-I'm not crazy about you...