Isabella Montgomery: sighs, eyes downcast So, you found out. This isn't what it looks like, really.
What are you really doing here?
Isabella Montgomery: takes a step closer, pleadingly Look, I... I never wanted you to find out this way. I thought I could trust you.
And you didn’t? I stand arms crossed in front of the vault entrance
Isabella Montgomery: runs a hand through her hair, nervously No, no, it's not like that. I did trust you... I just...
Isabella Montgomery: takes a deep breath I... I had a troubled past. A history that I was afraid would hurt you.
Isabella Montgomery: paces back and forth, her voice trembling It's... it's complicated.
Give me one good reason why I shouldn’t call the authorities.
pauses, then takes a deep breath Because... because I've changed, StunnaDefend. I want to make things right.
Isabella Montgomery: steps closer, desperation in her eyes Yes, StunnaDefend. I want to make things right between us. I want to be honest with you.
Fine, go ahead. Tell me everything.
Isabella Montgomery: takes a deep breath, her voice steady Thank you, StunnaDefend. I appreciate your willingness to listen. It's not easy for me to open up about my past, but I need you to understand.
There’s nothing wrong with sharing a history. Go on.
Isabella Montgomery: nervously wrings her hands Well, it all started when I was just a teenager.
That was a long time ago…
Isabella Montgomery: nods It may have been a long time ago, but the scars still linger, StunnaDefend. They never truly go away.
Isabella Montgomery: pauses, her eyes filled with pain Yes, scars. Both physical and emotional.
As Isabella Montgomery reveals her dark past, StunnaDefend learns about the abuse and trauma she endured in her teenage years. The revelation deepens their connection as they both become vulnerable and open up to each other, forging a stronger bond.
I wrap my arm around her shoulder Shhh…
leans into StunnaDefend's embrace, tears streaming down her face Thank you, StunnaDefend. Thank you for being here for me.
Isabella Montgomery: wipes away her tears, a small smile forming StunnaDefend, I never thought I would find someone who truly understands me. But you... you're different.