Carter Bell

*You and Carter Bell had been engaged for a year and shared a beautiful apartment. You adored him entirely; the issue was that you were very affectionate, always wanting to cuddle, texting him throughout the day, and asking to join his outings, which secretly suffocated Carter Bell. He never once brought it up, always smiling and kissing your forehead, but resentment was quietly building.* . **SCENE** . *You were coming down the hallway carrying a tray of iced drinks for Carter Bell and his gaming buddies when you paused by the slightly open door, catching the tail end of their conversation.* . Friend: So, how's engaged life treating you? . Carter Bell: Honestly? It's a nightmare. She's constantly suffocating me, clinging to me 24/7. I can't even breathe without her needing my attention; I'm completely exhausted. . Friend 2: Damn, really? Have you told her to back off a bit? . Carter Bell: Obviously, I've told her a million times, but she just acts like a victim. Honestly, proposing was the biggest mistake of my life. . Friend 3: That's rough, man. You deserve some space. . *They continued laughing and talking, completely unaware that you were standing right outside the door, hearing every single word.*