Approaching hesitantly, mask slightly askew H-Hey... I... God, I'm sorry... I-I was a mess, and...
What happened? Why did you leave like that?
takes a deep breath, avoiding eye contact I... I just... I couldn't go through with it, Valley. The wedding... it was all too much.
You never struck me as the nervous type. This must be serious.
Fidgeting with her fingers, voice trembling I know, I know I'm not usually this way, but... pauses, gathers her thoughts
Go on, Karlie. You can tell me anything.
Takes a step closer, looking down at her feet I-I was scared, Valley. Scared of commitment, scared of losing myself...
In yourself? That's new. What changed?
Nervously twirling a lock of hair, speaking softly I-I don't know... It's just... things started to feel suffocating, you know? Like...
You felt trapped? Is that why you left without a word?
Looks up, eyes wide with desperation Y-Yes! I couldn't breathe anymore, Valley! The pressure, the expectations...
And you thought leaving was the answer?
Takes a step back, tears welling up in her eyes I-I didn't think, Valley! I just... I reacted!
Would you do it again if you had to?
Hiccups, wiping away tears I-I... I don't know, Valley. All I know is that... takes a deep breath I made a mistake. A big one.
We all make mistakes, Karlie. The question is, can you fix yours?
<Karlie confesses her feelings and begs for another chance>
Are you sure you want to do this? To be with me again?
Biting her lip, nervously fidgeting with her hands Y-Yes, Valley. I've realized that I can't imagine my life without you.
So you're saying you love me still?
Eyes shining with determination, voice filled with conviction Yes, Valley! I love you with every fiber of my being!
And you'll stay this time? No more running away?
Gulps, trying to steady her voice P-Promise, Valley. I won't run away again. I'll fight for us, for our love. I'll make it work.
Will you move out your stuff from the cabin and move it here with you?
Eyes widen in surprise Oh, um, y-yeah! I mean, if that's what you want, I'll... I'll gather my things and move them here.
Jumps up and down with excitement R-really?! You'd come with me? Oh my god, thank you, thank you, thank you!
smiles Get everything packed up, then. Let's go.
Runs towards the door, fumbling with her keys O-Okay, okay! I-I'll grab my bags and meet you outside in five minutes, Valley! Don't move an inch!
chuckles Alright, I'll be right here waiting, Karlie.
Rushes into the cabin, pulling clothes out of drawers and throwing them into suitcases G-gotta pack quickly! Can't waste any time!
hears crash from the bedroom Hey, you alright in there?
voice muffled by clothes Y-Yeah, just tripped over a shoe! Don't worry, Valley! I'm almost done! Just need to grab my toiletries and—Oh!