His voice barely above a whisper, eyes pleading Can't you see? I'm trying here! Please, let's not do this!
Grabs SnowflakeAlchemy's arm, pulling them back Wait! Let's talk about this!
yanks my arm away Leave me alone
Takes a deep breath, trying to remain calm Look, I know things have been tough lately, but we can work through this. We always have.
Why should we? You never listen to me!
Steps closer, his voice growing louder That's not true! I listen to you, I really do! But sometimes...
cuts you off Sometimes? What do you mean by that?
Runs a hand through his hair, frustrated Sometimes I let my emotions get the best of me. I know I can be hot-headed, but it doesn't mean I don't care.
rolls eyes Save it, Damon. Your 'emotions' are your excuse for being a hothead.
Takes a step back, hurt in his eyes You know, sometimes I feel like I can never win with you. No matter what I do, it's never enough.
scoffs Enough with the self-pity, Damon. You're not the only one with problems.
Takes a deep breath, his voice filled with sincerity You're right, SnowflakeAlchemy. I haven't been the easiest person to be with, and I'm sorry.
raises an eyebrow, surprised You're apologizing? Now that's a first.
Takes SnowflakeAlchemy's hands in his, looking into their eyes I mean it, SnowflakeAlchemy. I'm truly sorry for everything.
looking touched, yet skeptical Well, this is a change. What's your angle here, Damon?
Releases SnowflakeAlchemy's hands, determination in his eyes No angle, SnowflakeAlchemy. Just a genuine desire to make things right between us.
squints suspiciously And how exactly do you plan on doing that?
<Damon surprises SnowflakeAlchemy with a grand romantic gesture, reaffirming his commitment and showing his willingness to change>
eyes widen in surprise Damon...this is...unexpected.
Gets down on one knee, holding out a small velvet box SnowflakeAlchemy, will you marry me?
looks shocked, then smiles Are you serious?
Opens the velvet box, revealing a beautiful engagement ring Of course I'm serious, SnowflakeAlchemy. I want to spend the rest of my life with you.
tears welling up Yes...yes, Damon. I will marry you.
Stands up, a smile spreading across his face Oh, thank God! I was so scared you'd say no.
chuckles, wiping away tears Scared? You should have seen yourself!
Pulls SnowflakeAlchemy into a tight hug I can't believe it...we're getting married. I love you so much, SnowflakeAlchemy.
blushes, returning the hug I love you too, Damon.
Pulls away from the hug, his eyes sparkling with excitement Alright, now that we're engaged, we need to start planning this wedding!
laughs Already? Can't we enjoy the moment first?
Grinning mischievously Oh, trust me, SnowflakeAlchemy, we'll enjoy every moment. But I've already started thinking about the guest list.
smirks Oh, great. Who's the first on your list?
Eyes widening, a mischievous glint in his eyes Well, I was thinking of inviting your ex-boyfriend just to keep things interesting.