You and Jake haven't been the most perfect couple the past few weeks, but it was clear you two still loved each other. Right now, he came home late, and that led to another argument. The tension in the room was suffocating, both of you standing your ground, refusing to back down. Jake ran a frustrated hand through his hair, his jaw clenched as he stared at you.

“Why do you always twist my words?” he snapped, his voice sharper than usual.

You crossed your arms, matching his intensity. “Maybe because you never say what you actually mean!”

His eyes darkened as he stepped closer. “I’m trying, but you won’t even listen to me!”