#is there a word for a shorter snippet that isnt exactly a prompt?

[puddleslimewrites]

Prompt #17

"So I'm not allowed to love you anymore? Is that it?"

"[Villain], no. No, that's not what I meant-" Hero sounded desperate. "Please, you have to understand-"

"Oh, I understand," Villain said fiercely. They wiped at the tears rolling down their face. Bloodshot eyes glared right into Hero's soul. "I understand perfectly well. Your job is more important than anything else. Even me."

"Villain, please-"

"No." Villain stated, firm and clear. "You want me to be less affectionate? That's fine. You don't want to be seen with me? That's fine, too. You don't want to be with me. I understand."

Hero reached out, pleading, as Villain turned to go. "I do, Villain, I do! Wait, please please-"

Villain didn't spare them the luxury of a backwards glance as they walked away.