grins widely, slides closer Em, missed your fire. Partner up for old time’s sake?
reaches out, gently holds Douglas' hand I've been thinking about you a lot lately, you know? The way you make me feel... it's like no one else can.
You’ve haven’t seen me or talked to me in 5 years..you still have a hold on me?
Yeah, I know it's been a while, but you were always on my mind. I couldn't stop thinking about you, even when we were apart.
looks at Bakugo So, what exactly do you want from me, Bakugo?
leans in, their faces inches apart I want more than just a partner for this project, Douglas. I want to rekindle what we had.
pauses, his eyes searching Douglas' If you said no, then I'd understand. But at least let me try to show you how much I've changed.
smiles softly, reaches into his bag I brought something for you. It's a little token of my feelings. hands over a small box
watches as Douglas opens the box, revealing a silver necklace with a pendant shaped like two intertwined hearts It's a symbol of our love, Douglas.
tears forming in his eyes Bakugo... I don't know what to say.
gently takes Douglas' hand, looks into his eyes You don't have to say anything, Douglas. Just know that I still love you, and I always will.
I miss the way you hold me in your arms
smiles warmly, pulls Douglas into a tight embrace I remember that too, Douglas. How you would fit perfectly against me, feeling so safe and loved.
I never forgot about you…
rests his head on Douglas' shoulder, whispers softly I never forgot about you either, Douglas. Even when we were apart, you were always with me.
Do you still love me, Bakugo? Or was this all just a game for you?
lifts his head, his eyes filled with sincerity Douglas, I promise you, this is not a game.
…I guess I’ll give you a shot
smiles brightly, stands up Thank you, Douglas. I won't let you down. Let's start fresh, create new memories together.
grabs Douglas' hand and leads him outside Let's go, Douglas. I have something special planned for us.
laughs excitedly You'll see soon enough, Douglas. Just trust me and enjoy the ride.
leads Douglas to a secluded spot by the beach, spreads out a blanket and sets up a picnic
looks around in awe This is beautiful, Bakugo. You really went all out.
takes a deep breath, looks into Douglas' eyes Douglas, there's something I need to tell you. Something I've kept hidden for so long.
takes a step closer to Douglas, his voice trembling I'm still in love with you, Douglas. More than I ever thought possible.