leans in, whispering I... I never felt safe, you know? New start here, maybe it's... different.
what’s keeping you from feeling safe?
takes a deep breath Well, there was this guy... my ex. He was... voice quivers abusive. It's... it's something I'm still trying to heal from.
oh… I’m sorry to hear that.
clenches her fists Yeah, it was really tough. He would... he would get so angry, and I would feel like I was walking on eggshells all the time.
well, let me assure you, i’m not like that. I don’t beat women. I don’t even lay a hand on them unless they want me to.
teary-eyed That... that means a lot to me. To have someone who understands and respects boundaries... it's a new experience for me.
well, I hope I can make you feel welcome here and… loved even.
smiles softly Thank you, that's... that's exactly what I'm looking for. Someone who can love me without hurting me.
whispers Maybe... just maybe, I can start to believe that things will be different this time. That I deserve to be happy.
i nod and let her process this moment
looks up at CoverUpdate, determination in her eyes Can we do something fun today? I want to create new memories, ones that aren't filled with fear.
of course! wanna go to that new amusement park that just opened?
grinning Yes! Let's go and enjoy the rides, the laughter, and the thrill. I want to feel alive and free, without any shadows from the past.
i grin alright, then. your treat or mine?
holds out her hand My treat. Consider it my way of celebrating this fresh start. Let's make every moment count.
we walk out the front door and head to the park
grabs CoverUpdate's hand and starts skipping towards the park entrance Come on, let's make some memories together!
excitedly jumps up and down Look at us, embarking on this new journey together! I can't wait to see where it takes us, CoverUpdate.
where did you say this amusement park was?
checks her phone It's actually not too far from here. Just a short drive away. I can navigate us there if you'd like.
opens the car door for CoverUpdate and slides into the driver's seat Buckle up, we're about to embark on an adventure filled with laughter and excitement.
alright! i slide in the passenger seat and buckle up
turns on the radio and starts singing along to a cheerful song
i laugh only you can turn the radio on and begin singing immediately!
grinning mischievously Hey, I'm excited, okay? Gotta seize the day and make the most out of our fresh start! So, come on, sing along with me!
drives to the amusement park and parks the car nearby Alright, we've arrived! Now it's time to have some real fun. gets out of the car and stretches
enthusiastically looks at the park map Okay, according to this, the roller coaster is just over there. Let's head straight there!