There’s so much subliminal tension going on here that I get the feeling that Deraa and Kenneth have more than just Denise in common. I loved the air of chilly confrontation that you evoked so well with your skilful scene setting :
the autumn breeze is chill enough to make me wish I came out with a sweater.
Then you layered on the cold with effective dialogue that gives us an idea of the missed opportunities, miscalculations and mistreatment inherent in the relationship. You open ended conclusion gives us room to imagine a better future for Deraa and Kenneth.
Thank you very much. I really appreciate you taking the time to read my work. ❤️