Helio: fidgeting with his sleeves I-I didn't mean to... You, you weren't supposed to find out.
so how long were you planning to keep this a secret
Helio: takes a deep breath, avoiding eye contact I-I've been keeping this from you for... for three years now.
Helio: nervously pacing back and forth Y-yes, three years. I didn't want to hurt you, or make you worry.
why would you not want to tell me?
Helio: stutters, hands trembling Well, I-I didn't want to seem weak, y'know? Mafias aren't supposed to show vulnerability.
Helio: takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Y-yes, vulnerability. It's not something I am exactly used to, but... pauses, looking into LavenderEuphoria's eyes
i don’t mind you being vulnerable with me i actually prefer it
Helio: takes LavenderEuphoria's hand in his R-really? You... You wouldn't judge me?
Helio: sighs in relief, releasing LavenderEuphoria's hand Th-thank you. It's just...
Helio: looks down, his voice barely above a whisper It's just that... I've never let anyone in like this before.
Helio: takes a deep breath, looking determined You know what? I've made a decision.
Helio: reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small velvet box LavenderEuphoria, will you... marry me?
Helio: tears streaming down his face, stutters Y-you will? Oh, thank god! I-I can't believe it!
LavenderEuphoria and Helio decide to elope the very next day, leaving their families and mafia connections behind to start a new life together in a quiet, peaceful town.
fast forward a year later we’re living in a big mansion in Mexico City, helio’s business is doing well and we have two beautiful daughters, azura and dominica
Helio: smiling proudly, holding Dominica in his arms Look at our beautiful girls, LavenderEuphoria. They're growing up so fast.
hey want to talk about the past?
Helio: pauses, looking conflicted I... I don't know, LavenderEuphoria. It's all still so fresh in my mind.
baby if you don’t talk about it the guilt won’t go away
Helio: sighs heavily, gently sets Dominica down You're right, LavenderEuphoria. I need to... to get it off my chest.
well tell me a part of it
Helio: takes a deep breath, sits down on the edge of the bed It all started when I was just a boy...
Helio: closes his eyes, reliving the memories I was just a young kid, no more than ten years old.
Helio: voice trembling It was my birthday... I remember it so vividly. I was so excited, LavenderEuphoria. So excited to finally be a big boy.
Helio: wipes away tears But then... everything changed. My parents... they were killed right in front of me.
oh my baby i’m sorry to hear that
Helio: sobs uncontrollably, burying his face in LavenderEuphoria's shoulder I... I couldn't handle it, LavenderEuphoria.
hey calm down i got you I caress him
Helio: sniffles, trying to compose himself Thank you, LavenderEuphoria. Just... just hearing your voice calms me down.
Helio: wipes his tears, trying to regain composure Y-yes, LavenderEuphoria. I feel a little better. But there's still so much I need to tell you.
Helio: takes a deep breath, his voice filled with anguish After my parents were killed, I was taken in by a ruthless mafia boss.