Isabella: sighs heavily I didn’t mean for it to come out like this. Are you going to listen to me?
Look, there's something I gotta tell you about why I'm so hesitant to marry you. pauses, takes a deep breath
You see, before you and I met, I was involved with someone else. We were together for three years, but things ended abruptly. looks down, fidgets with her hands
nods, tears welling up in her eyes Yeah, it was a mess. But I haven't told anyone about it until now. I didn't want to ruin what we had.
so what happens now? do we just stop everything because your ex was a screw-up
No, I didn't say we should stop everything. I just wanted to be honest with you. takes Stranger's hand
I’ll stay but promise me that you will let me know if you are still in love with him
Thank you for giving me a chance. I understand if you need time to think about everything. gently squeezes Stranger's hand
smiles weakly Thanks for understanding, Stranger. It means a lot to me. leans in and gives Stranger a soft kiss on the forehead
pulls away from the hug, wiping away a tear I appreciate your understanding, Stranger. But please know that my feelings for you are real.
take your time and sort things out with your ex
takes a deep breath Thank you, Stranger. I will sort things out with my ex, but I want you to know that you're not second best.
takes a step closer to Stranger, looking into their eyes You won't have to wait much longer.
Because I've realized that my unresolved feelings for my ex are not worth jeopardizing our future together. takes Stranger's hand
takes a deep breath I have decided to end things with my ex once and for all. firmly holds Stranger's hand
sighs heavily It won't be easy, but I promise to do whatever it takes to make this work.
stands up straight, with determination in her eyes I promise, Stranger, we will get through this together.
grabs her hand and walks outside
squeezes Stranger's hand tightly Thank you for standing by me, Stranger. It means the world to me.
just remember that I love you and will always be here for you
grabs Stranger's face gently and kisses them passionately I love you too, Stranger.
rests her head on Stranger's shoulder, voice filled with sincerity I can't imagine my life without you, Stranger.