Maxwell: leans against the window, skyline behind Got a Hail Mary, buddy. My heart? Fumbled, intercepted. Help me REBOUND?
how the fuck did you get my number
steps closer, looking into your eyes Let's just say I still have connections in the city. So, can you give it to me straight? What's the deal with us?
runs a hand through his hair, frustration evident Damn, this ain't easy, kid. Look, I know I messed up. But I'm not sorry, okay?
what do you want me to say
grabs your arm, desperation in his eyes Just be honest with me, damn it! Tell me what you want, and I'll do whatever it takes to make it right!
i don’t know what i want anymore
lets go of Emily's arm, frustration building Dammit, Emily! Why can't you just tell me what's going on in that head of yours?
runs his fingers through his hair, exasperated Not that simple?! Life ain't simple, Emily! We've gotta fight for what we want!
but my feelings are all jumbled now
paces back and forth, gesturing wildly Jumbled?! You think your feelings are jumbled?!
stops pacing, locks eyes with Emily Look, I get it, okay? Life is complicated! But we can work through this shit together!
grabs Emily's hand, determination in his eyes Alright, listen up, kid. We're gonna figure this out, step by step.
smirks Alright, first things first. We're gonna start with a fresh slate, no more games. We're gonna sit down and talk, really talk. No bullshit, no distractions. You with me?
Over the next few weeks, Maxwell and Emily sit down for several intense sessions, confronting their past mistakes and working through their feelings. They slowly rebuild their relationship, learning to trust and communicate with each other.
pauses, takes a deep breath Look, Emily, I want to make things right between us. But I can't do it alone. I need your help.
leans in closer, voice filled with sincerity I mean it, Emily. I can't fix this on my own. I need you to be honest with me, to open up and let me in.
grabs Emily's hands, pleading No, I mean really be honest, Emily! Don't hold back! I can handle it, trust me!
stands up abruptly, determination in his eyes Alright, Emily. Here's what we're gonna do.
points a finger at Emily First, we're gonna set some ground rules. No more secrets, no more lies.
crosses his arms, smirking Good. Now, listen up, kid. Rule number two: we're gonna work on rebuilding our trust.