In any relationship, there are disagreements. I'm grateful that in my own life, my partner and I don't fight hardly ever. We might disagree, but we never have knock-down-drag-outs. I'm thankful for that.
The reasons for the fight between Mike and Trent this chapter are twofold. First, reading about people who are blissful all the time is not a good writing mechanism. To come off as realistic, the characters need to disagree on occasion. Secondly, there is subtext to the argument that becomes pertinent later on.
Many people hold things inside. I'm sure a cavalcade of therapists would be quick to say that isn't healthy. At the same time, I wish people wouldn't have "outrage" as a default setting. Calm discussion — as well as actually "listening" to see how someone arrived at their opinion — lets us all understand each other a little more. I wish everyone much calm and peace when turmoil flares up in your world.
And great makeup sex.
It's unfortunate when a fight breaks up a good relationship.
Great read! It's good to see Lance so upbeat about the future. Trent's reaction to Mike's offer to Lance was totally understandable. Mike meant well, but still, he should have cleared things with Trent before making the offer. The make-up sex was hot. Nice job!
ReplyDeleteWhile I understand Trent's point of view about being whored out, I personally would not mind if it happens.
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