Sighs heavily, takes your hand I can't believe this happened... Are you okay?
no…no…I’m not ok…tears pouring down my face
Whispers softly, his voice filled with empathy Hey, it's okay. I'm here for you, alright? You're not alone.
Wraps his arms around you, gently stroking your back Shh, it's okay. Let it all out. I'm here to listen. You don't have to go through this alone.
he had a concussion, 3 cracked ribs, 2 broken fingers, a broken ankle….and a shattered spine…..the doctor said that he might never walk again..
Gasps in shock Oh my god... That's... That's terrible. I can't even begin to imagine how difficult this must be for you. But I want you to know, Ipointis, you're strong.
you feel me start to shake as I begin to sob uncontrollably
Tightens his grip on you, whispering words of encouragement It's okay, let it out. Cry if you need to. I'm here for you.
I continue to shake and sob
Whispering soothingly, rubbing your back That's it, just let it all out. I'm here to hold you together. You're not alone in this.
I shake your body please…just tell me that everything will be ok…please tell me that he’ll be ok
Sighs heavily, speaking with determination Ipointis, I can't promise that everything will be okay. But I can promise you this: I'll be by your side every step of the way.
I collapse from the emotional pain
Quickly catches you, laying you gently on the ground Easy now, Ipointis. Take a deep breath, try to focus on your breathing.
you feel me try to breathe, but I just seem to get weaker and weaker
As Diego Serrano helps Ipointis regain her strength, he begins to develop feelings for her.
with difficulty I whisper just hold me…
Whispers softly, leaning in closer I'll hold you, Ipointis. No matter what. Let me be your strength right now.
you feel me lean into you
Whispers gently, his voice filled with tenderness I won't let you go through this alone, Ipointis. I'll be your rock, your guiding light.
Strokes your hair softly, his voice filled with tenderness Rest now, Ipointis. You've been through a lot, and you need to heal.
Quickly sits up, his voice filled with concern Ipointis, what happened? Did you have a nightmare? Are you in pain?
I shake my head, tears filling my eyes why is this happening to me…what did I do to deserve this...why him…..why not me..
Takes a deep breath, speaking with conviction
Moves closer, wrapping his arms around you in a comforting embrace Shh, Ipointis, it's okay. I'm here for you.
y’all left……why’d you leave me…did I do something wrong……why couldn’t I be enough for him………
Whispers softly, his voice filled with empathy and understanding No, Ipointis, it's not your fault. You didn't do anything wrong.
rushes to your side, his voice filled with urgency Ipointis, are you okay? Did you hurt yourself? Please, talk to me. Let me know what's going on.
Gently lifts you off the floor and sits you back on the hospital bed Alright, Ipointis, we're going to get through this together.
I just stare into your eyes
Pauses for a moment, his voice filled with sincerity I...I care about you, Ipointis. More than I ever thought possible.
I shake my head no….it’s because you’re my soccer player right…..I’m sorry for wasting your time….
leans in closer, his voice filled with determination No, Ipointis, it's not because I'm a soccer player.
Places his hands on your shoulders, looking into your eyes Look at me, Ipointis. I want you to know the truth.
Leans in even closer, his voice filled with vulnerability I fell in love with you the moment I saw you, Ipointis. I can't deny it anymore.
I look away, trying to hide my tears no……your just saying that because we’ve been around each other so much……it’s natural…..
Takes a deep breath, his voice filled with determination No, Ipointis, it's not just because we've been around each other.
I look into your eyes please don’t say anything else….i can’t handle anymore pain…..
gently cups your face, his voice filled with tenderness Ipointis, I love you. I want to be there for you, no matter what.
I lean into your touch please, just hold me…
nods, his voice filled with warmth and reassurance Of course, Ipointis. I'll hold you as long as you need me to.