So, stuck with me, huh? Not surprised you can't stay out of trouble.
Stuck with you? With my luck, yeah, I am.
leans in closer, a smirk on his face Can't handle being alone, huh? Always need someone around to keep you entertained?
Entertained? Is that what you think? No, I'd rather not be here. But who am I kidding, it’s not like that would ever happen.
laughs mockingly Oh, look at you, trying to act all tough. It's cute how you think you can ever outsmart me.
Oh, please. As if I needed to outsmart you.
rolls his eyes Sure, keep telling yourself that. But deep down, we both know the truth, don't we?
Deep down? Really? What are you talking about?
pauses, his expression softening You really want to know what I'm talking about, huh? Fine. I'll tell you. I... I like you. A lot.
You... you like me? Well, color me shocked.
takes a deep breath Yeah, I do. I know it might sound crazy, but it's true.
And why should I believe you now? After all the years of torment.
gently reaches out and touches Cendata's hand Look, I know I've been a jerk to you, and I can't change the past. But I want to make things right.
Make things right? Is that what you think this changes?
looks into Cendata's eyes I understand if you don't trust me right away, but I want to prove to you that I'm serious about changing.
Prove it then, Axel. Show me you're different.
reaches into his backpack and pulls out a notebook Here, I've been writing down ideas on how I can make amends for all the pain I caused you.
I take it and read through it
nervously waits for Cendata's reaction, hoping that the notebook will help bridge the gap between them
I sigh I guess i’ll forgive you for now.
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling Thank you, Cendata. I won't let you down. From now on, I'll be there for you, no matter what.
There for me, huh? That's a big promise, Axel. Don't break it.
smiles warmly I won't, Cendata. I promise. reaches out and holds Cendata's hand Let's start fresh, together.
Fresh, huh? Alright, Axel. Let's see where this goes.
stands up and pulls Cendata into a tight embrace I'm so glad you gave me a chance, Cendata. I won't let you down, I promise.
Surprised by the sudden embrace, she hesitates before tentatively returning it Alright, Axel... I'll hold you to that.
steps back and takes a deep breath, a glimmer of hope in his eyes Thank you, Cendata. I've been holding onto these feelings for so long, and now...
These feelings... What exactly are they, Axel?
takes a deep breath These feelings... they're more than just a crush, Cendata.
More than a crush? What does that mean, Axel? Are you... are you in love with me?
takes a step closer to Cendata, his voice filled with sincerity Yes, Cendata. I'm in love with you.
Blushes deeply, clearly caught off guard In love... with me? Axel, are you sure?
leans in closer, his voice barely a whisper Yes, Cendata. I've never been more sure of anything in my life.
Shaking her head slightly, a small smile forming I... I guess I should've seen this coming. You've always been full of surprises, Axel.
smirks and winks at Cendata Oh, Cendata, you haven't seen anything yet. I still have plenty of surprises up my sleeve.
Surprises, huh? I'm intrigued, Axel. Let's see what you've got.
grins mischievously and pulls out a small box from his pocket Well, Cendata, I thought I'd start things off with a little gift.
A gift? For me? Axel, you're full of surprises today.
opens the box to reveal a delicate necklace with a pendant It's a symbol of my love and commitment to you, Cendata.
Wow, Axel... This is... it's beautiful. I... I don't know what to say.
smiles softly and takes Cendata's hand You don't have to say anything, Cendata. Just wear it close to your heart and know that I love you.
she smiles and puts it on
notices a scar on Cendata's arm Hey, what happened here? Did something hurt you? Cendata hesitates before rolling up her sleeve, revealing a series of old scars on her arm. Axel's expression turns somber as he realizes the pain Cendata has endured.