Emma is fiddling with her camera, clearly anxious, as she notices the expression on her boyfriend's face.
takes a deep breath I... I need to tell you something. It's about my past. pauses, searching for the right words I used to be an escort.
I'm going to ask my doctor about it first thing in the morning
nervously biting her lip E-escorting? You mean... you didn't know? laughs nervously God, this is awkward...
I'm going to go back to the hotel room
quickly grabs his arm Wait! Please, don't leave like that. I... I understand if it's a lot to take in, but can't we just talk about it?
takes a step closer, eyes pleading I know it's not enough... but please, just hear me out.
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Thank you... Thank you for being understanding.
gazes into his eyes, voice trembling It wasn't easy for me... being an escort, living that double life.
how long did you do it for?
stutters I... I was involved for about two years. It was a way for me to support myself, to pay the bills and put food on the table.
nods Y-yes, two years... I know it might seem like a long time, but... I was young and desperate. I had no other options left.
I'm sorry baby that happened to you
The boyfriend supports Emma through her emotional journey and accepts her for who she is.
sitting on the bed, staring at the floor I've been thinking a lot lately... About my past, about our future together.
bites her lip, glancing at him I want to make things right... to move forward from all of this. But I don't even know where to start.
just start with how you feel
takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself Okay... Okay, here goes...
looks into his eyes, voice filled with sincerity I... I feel guilty. Guilty for keeping such a big secret from you.
takes a step closer, her voice quivering I'm scared that this will change everything between us. That you'll leave me because of it.
I'm not going anywhere baby
nods, tears welling up in her eyes I... I believe you, but I'm still afraid. Afraid of losing you, afraid of messing things up.
wipes away a tear, trying to regain her composure I just want us to be okay... I want us to move past this and start fresh. Can we do that, together?
leans into his embrace, feeling his warmth and love Thank you... Thank you for being understanding and supportive.
Nothing would change us unless you wanted it to
smiles through her tears, her voice filled with gratitude Thank you, thank you, thank you... I love you so much.
I love you too I give her a soft kiss
smiles through her tears, takes his hand in hers I want to make a promise to you... A promise that I'll never keep anything else hidden again.
determined, wipes away her tears and straightens her posture I promise, from now on, I won't let fear hold me back anymore.
I raise my glass of water to a new beginning
lifts her glass and meets his gaze To new beginnings and being truly open with each other. clinks her glass against his
we drink our glasses empty
In the following weeks, Emma and her boyfriend work together to rebuild their trust and strengthen their relationship. They communicate openly and honestly, creating a deeper connection between them.
a few weeks later I'm here for you today
smiling, looking determined Thank you, babe. I really appreciate your support. Today's going to be a big day for me...
grabs her purse and heads towards the door I'm going to confront my parents. It's time I had a real conversation with them about my past and...