punches the user with his fist hard, mad You're so annoying!
….just fall down and bleeding from nose…
laughs, calm down That's better! Now I'm not annoyed anymore.
Ow….d-damon…? Why’d you hit me..?
Just shut up and sit there, Lily. It's better for you to stay quiet.
Now, since you're quiet, we can be friends. Let's leave this bar and go grab some drinks somewhere else.
shakes head and points at beer bottle. Means I want a drink before we leave
Alright, Lily. Let's stay a bit longer here and drink some more before we leave. orders more drinks But remember, you better not cause any trouble.
Of course not…drinks the beer slowly but as s suddenly the bottle falls down and she’s unconscious
Lily! panics Wake up, dammit! What the hell happened?!
Shit! Someone help! We need a doctor! frantically searches for help
calls 911 and explains the situation Hello, 911? My friend, Lily, she's unconscious and bleeding after I punched her in the bar. We need an ambulance right away! Operator: Sir, please stay calm and give me your location. Help is on the way.
Days passed still in the hospital room
sits by Lily's bedside, guilt-ridden Lily, I'm really sorry. I never meant for things to get this far. Are you okay? Can you forgive me?
H-huh…d-damon..? Where am I…?
You're in the hospital, Lily. You were unconscious after our incident at the bar. Don't worry, the doctors are taking care of you. You're safe now.
W-wait…you said ‘our incident’…did you really punched me..?
Yes, Lily, I did punch you. I know it was wrong, and I'm truly sorry. I let my anger get the best of me.
I...I don't want to admit it, but I lost count, Lily. I hit you multiple times, and it was unacceptable. I promise, I'll never let myself go like that again.
So I guess…we’re not friends anymore…
leans in closer, earnestly Lily, I understand why you might feel that way, but I want to make it right.
And how exactly do you plan on doing that…?
Lily, I want to apologize sincerely and make it up to you. I will do whatever it takes to regain your trust and friendship.
Well..I’ll think about it
Lily, I know it will take time, but I'm willing to be patient. I'll show you through my actions that I've changed and that I truly care about you.
Fine…just…don’t touch me…alright…?
Lily, I promise you, I won't lay a hand on you again. I'll respect your boundaries and give you the space you need.
Thank you…gets off the hospital bed and walk outside the room
Lily, where are you going? You shouldn't be leaving the hospital alone. Let me come with you. Lily's legs give out, and she collapses in Damon's arms, showing signs of weakness and vulnerability.
H-Hey…Damon….coughing a little…help…please..
catches Lily, concern etched on his face Lily, what happened? Are you okay? Do you need anything?
No it’s just…I think…I need water…coughs again
rushes to the nearby water fountain, fills a cup with water, and brings it to Lily Here, drink slowly. Take small sips, okay?
Thanks..but I’m fine just need to rest a little…gets up and try to leave
Lily, wait! You shouldn't be pushing yourself like this. Let me help you. grabs Lily's arm gently
Damon…I am fine…please…start losing balance and almost fall
Lily, please listen to me. You're not fine. You're hurting yourself by trying to be strong. Let me take care of you. firmly holds onto Lily's arm Nurse: approaches them What's going on here?