Through You - Reneé Rapp

Poison

As Reneé made her way back from the studio, her heart fluttered with nervous anticipation. Today was the day she had decided to take the next step in her relationship with Natasha—to ask her to be her girlfriend. She had even confided in her manager decision, determined to keep their professional relationship transparent and honest.

Reneé continued on her way, her mind racing with plans for the surprise she had in store for Natasha. She decided to stop by a flower shop to pick up a bouquet of Natasha's favorite flowers. As Reneé made her way to the flower shop, her heart fluttered with nervous excitement at the thought of finally asking Natasha to be her girlfriend. She saw her phone for a moment calling Natasha to tell her she would be a little late, but as the phone dialed her breath caught in her throat at the sight of her ex-boyfriend standing before her, a dark shadow from her past. Memories of pain and fear flooded her mind, threatening to overwhelm her with their suffocating grip.

For a moment, Reneé froze, her heart pounding in her chest as she struggled to gather her thoughts. But then, with a steely resolve, she squared her shoulders and took a deep breath, determined not to let him intimidate her anymore. "Excuse me" she said firmly, her voice steady despite the turmoil raging within her. "I have nothing to say to you. Please leave me alone."

But her ex-boyfriend's sneer only grew more pronounced, his eyes gleaming with malice as he stepped closer, blocking her path. "Come on, Reneé, not even a ''Hello? Hun?" he taunted, his voice dripping with contempt. "Don't tell me you're still hung up on that girl."

Reneé's blood ran cold at the mention of Natasha, her heart racing with fear for her safety. With trembling hands, she reached for her phone, desperate to call for help.

But before she could dial, a familiar voice echoed in her ear from behind, filling her with a sense of calm and reassurance. It was Natasha, her voice filled with concern and confusion ''What's going on baby?'' The guy laughed and rolled his eyes as the girl entered the conversation.

Summoning all of her courage next to Natasha, Reneé took a deep breath and turned to face her ex-boyfriend, her eyes blazing with determination. "I'm done with you" she said, her voice ringing with defiance. "I'm with someone who loves and respects me, and I'm never going back." As Reneé stood firm in her resolve, her ex-boyfriend's persistence only fueled Natasha's anger. With a fierce determination, Natasha's said in a commanding tone, cutting through the tension like a blade.

"Fuck off dude" Natasha exclaimed, her voice ringing out with authority. "Reneé is with me now, and I won't let you or anyone else intimidate her. Leave her alone."

Her words were like a barrier of steel, shielding Reneé from the toxic influence of her past. With a scowl, Reneé's ex-boyfriend backed away, his face contorted with frustration and anger.

"You'll regret this Reneé" his words dripping with venom. "She's not good for you. You'll see."

But Natasha stood her ground, her gaze unwavering as she glared at him with a fierce intensity. "Get out of here" she commanded, her voice brooking no argument.

With one final glare, Reneé's ex-boyfriend turned and walked away, disappearing into the crowd. And as he vanished from sight, a sense of relief washed over Reneé, knowing that she was safe and protected by Natasha's unwavering love and support.

Turning to face Natasha, Reneé's eyes shone with gratitude and admiration. "Thank you" she whispered, her voice filled with emotion.

Natasha's expression softened, her eyes reflecting the depth of her love for Reneé. "Always" she replied, her voice filled with warmth and sincerity.

As Reneé and Natasha walked side by side, the tension from their encounter with Reneé's ex-boyfriend slowly dissipating, Reneé couldn't help but feel a surge of curiosity. She turned to Natasha with a playful smile.

"How did you get here so fast?" she asked, her eyes twinkling with amusement.

Natasha returned her smile, her cheeks flushing slightly. "Well, funny story, you called me and I saw your track on the phone after hearing that asshole's voice, I was one street away from you" she began, her voice tinged with embarrassment. "I was actually on my way to get you some flowers as a surprise."

Reneé's eyes widened in surprise, a delighted laugh escaping her lips. "No way" she exclaimed, her heart swelling with warmth. "I was just about to do the same thing for you!"

Their laughter mingled in the air, a joyful symphony of shared affection. In that moment, they realized just how perfectly in sync they were, their thoughts and intentions mirroring each other in a beautiful display of unity and love.

With a playful nudge, Reneé bumped her shoulder against Natasha's, a mischievous glint in her eye. "Looks like great minds think alike" she teased, her voice filled with affection.

Natasha chuckled, wrapping an arm around Reneé's shoulders and pulling her close for a kiss. "I guess they do," she replied, her heart overflowing with happiness.

As they walked towards the flower shop, Reneé couldn't shake the feeling that her plans for a surprise had been slightly foiled by the unexpected encounter with her ex-boyfriend. A part of her felt disappointed that the moment hadn't unfolded as she had imagined, but another part recognized that she would have another opportunity to ask Natasha to be her girlfriend, right?