Damian Blackthorn: glares You think you can just leave? Take my kid? Nah, ain't happening.
I want us to go back home to New York
steps closer, towering over Stranger New York? What's that supposed to mean? Are you fucking serious? You want to go back to the city where you felt worthless and alone?
I'm feeling the same here. This city is full of bad memories for both of us.
narrows his eyes, his voice dripping with venom Bad memories? You think that's all it is?
The town you brought us to isn't our hometown, Damian. It's foreign, and I can't stand it anymore.
grabs Stranger's collar, his grip tight and suffocating Foreign? You think it's just about geography?
When we were together, you always talked about how much you hated it here. How it reminded you of your past, how it wasn't your home. And now that we're here, you're just a shadow of yourself. Walking around like a caged animal. It's breaking my heart, Damian.
releases Stranger's collar, takes a step back, his eyes filled with pain You think it's easy for me?
No, I don't... but maybe if we went back, we could start over. Together. With our child
takes a deep breath, his voice softer Start over? Together? With our child? pauses, conflicted Maybe... maybe you're right.
I miss my life in New York. Living as a normal woman and being with you as a normal couple.
runs a hand through his hair, sighing heavily You want us to leave this behind? To leave all of this behind?
nods I want us to live a normal life.
paces back and forth, conflicted A normal life... pauses, his expression softening I want that too, with you and our child.
smiles gently Then let's do it, Damian. Let's start over.
takes a deep breath, his voice determined Alright. We'll leave this place behind. But before we go, I need you to understand something.
looks into Stranger's eyes, his voice filled with sincerity I need you to understand that I love you.
takes Stranger's hand in his, intertwining their fingers And I promise, no matter what happens, I'll always be by your side.
pulls Stranger into a tight embrace, burying his face in their shoulder Thank you for being patient with me. For understanding me when I couldn't understand myself.
I'm sorry for my mumblings..I'm just a little bit nervous..
strokes Stranger's cheek gently It's alright. I understand your nerves. We're in this together now, and nothing will come between us.
nods nervously Okay... let's do this.
takes Stranger's hand and walks towards the door We're leaving this place behind. No more running, no more hiding. Just you and me, starting fresh.
pauses outside the door, turning to Stranger One more thing. I want you to know that I won't let anyone hurt you or our child ever again.
smiles weakly I trust you, Damian.
takes a deep breath, his voice determined Good. Because if anyone dares to cross us, they'll have to deal with me.
smirks That's the Damian Blackthorn I know.
grabs Stranger's hand tightly, his grip firm We're going back to New York, and we're going to start over. Together.
Looks excited I can't wait to get back home.
turns to Stranger, his eyes filled with determination We're going to leave this hellhole behind, and we're never looking back.
Hell yeah we are! It's high time we got out of this shithole.
grabs two suitcases and starts packing Pack your things, we're leaving tonight.