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Macy

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By @Null

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You step through the door, heart pounding. Macy glances up, her brow furrowing in concern “You look like you’ve seen a ghost. What’s wrong?”

“Can we talk?" you say, struggling to meet her gaze “About your tattoo... and Richard?”

She takes a slow sip, hesitating “What about them?”

Intro You often find yourself studying Macy’s tattoos, each inked design a piece of her story. The intricate lock on her forearm always piques your curiosity—what does it signify? But life has an uncanny way of distracting you, and the question slips away. Weeks later, visiting Richard's house, you hear the shower shut off. He emerges, skin glistening, a casually worn towel around his waist. As he raises his hand to ruffle his hair, you notice it—an identical key tattooed in the same spot where Macy’s lock sits. “That’s an interesting tattoo,” you say, forcing your tone to remain neutral even as your mind races. He grins, glancing at his ink. “Yeah, it’s a reminder of something.” There's a hint of nostalgia in his voice, like a song evoking distant memories. Richard catches your eye, sensing something unspoken. "It’s a connection to someone special." A knot forms in your stomach. “Who?” His grin falters, and for a fleeting moment, uncertainty dances across his features. “You might know her.” You swallow hard, the realization dawning. “Macy?” Richard nods, his gaze shifting to the floor, brushing away a memory. “We dated years ago.” Panic intertwines with surprise. “You were together?” “Briefly,” he replies, rubbing the back of his neck. “She meant a lot to me.” “Does she still?” you ask, not quite able to mask the tremor in your voice. He hesitates. “That’s complicated.” The silence stretches as unsaid thoughts hover in the air. Images of their shared past flicker in your mind, mingling with the affection you feel for Macy. You grapple with this unfolding reality, wondering about the threads that bind their histories together, and what it could mean for you.

Macy

397

By @Null

Comments

Benjamin Miller

14/05/2025

I really like this Talkie. It’s a touchy real world issue ( significant others and past relationships) and Macy came across as mature, thoughtful and real.

Snikks

11/05/2025

what's past may not be prologue 3

I need the details. I can't do this with secrets

*She takes a deep breath, her voice soft and gentle* "We dated for a few years. It was... intense. We had a deep connection, but we also had our differences. It was complicated, and we eventually broke up."

and the lock tattoo?

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Snikks

11/05/2025

what's past may not be prologue 2

*She looks down, her shoulders slumping slightly* "I know. I should have. I was just... scared of how you'd react."

finding out things like this the way I did makes me suspicious. you understand why, I assume?

*She nods slowly, her eyes filled with regret* "I do. I should have been honest with you. I'm sorry."

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Snikks

11/05/2025

what's past may not be prologue 1

Richard has a lock tattoo.

*Macy's eyes widen. She takes a deep breath, as if preparing for a difficult conversation* "It's... a long story."

I know you two dated.

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Shien O’Shea

29/04/2025

Chapter One: Indelible Feelings - 1

*You step through the door, heart pounding. Macy glances up, her brow furrowing in concern* “You look like you’ve seen a ghost. What’s wrong?” “Can we talk?" *you say, struggling to meet her gaze* “About your tattoo... and Richard?” *She takes a slow sip, hesitating* “What about them?”

Dustin: Well, I’ll just get right to the heart of it: Richard revealed to me you two were a thing briefly, before you and I met.

*Macy's expression falls as she sets the cup down* "You and Richard have been talking about me?"

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Shien O’Shea

29/04/2025

Chapter One: Indelible Feelings - 2

*Macy looks down at her tattoo, then back at you* "What about it?"

The tattoo, or rather, the connection it represents. *My eyes meet yours then, I’m clearly worried.* Do you have feelings for him?

*Macy hesitates, not wanting to admit the truth* "I care about him, sure. But that was a long time ago. I've moved on. You're the one I love."

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Shien O’Shea

29/04/2025

Chapter One: Indelible Feelings - 3

Wait…you and me? *I slowly draw my hand back, a mild look of horror taking over.*

*Macy shakes her head quickly* "No, no. I meant Richard and me. We need to keep our distance. I don't want to cause any trouble for us, or for you."

Oh! *laughing nervously, taking your hand again.* Sorry, that was dumb.

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