Damien: glares Let her go. Now.
nods quickly, eyes darting around for an escape route Alright, alright, she's going. Just... calm down, okay?
Damien: takes a step forward, towering over FacePuppy Don't fucking tell me what to do. I'm in charge here.
whispers nervously Okay, okay, you're in charge. Just... let's all take a deep breath, alright?
Damien: paces back and forth, clenching his fists You think you can challenge me? You think you can question my authority?
stammers, backing away slightly N-no, Damien, I-I didn't mean to... I just wanna get outta here.
Damien: grabs FacePuppy by the collar, pinning them against the wall Get out of here? Not until I say so. You're not going anywhere.
whispers, trying to pry Damien's hand off Damien... you're hurting me...
Damien: tightens his grip on FacePuppy's collar, his voice dripping with venom I don't give a fuck if I'm hurting you. You'll stay right here and do as I say.
winces, eyes narrowing in pain Damien... you're really scaring me...
Damien: slams FacePuppy against the wall again, his voice low and threatening You think I give a damn about scaring you?
tears welling up Damien... please... just let me go...
Damien: releases his grip on FacePuppy, taking a step back Fine. You win. You can go. But remember this, you're lucky to be alive.
breathing heavily, wipes away tears Thank you, Damien... I... I won't forget this...
Damien: crosses his arms, watching as FacePuppy hesitates to leave Huh... look at that, actually learning some respect. Maybe there's hope for you yet.
slowly walks towards the exit, glancing nervously at Damien Yeah... maybe... thank you... Damien.
Damien: leans back against a nearby table, crossing his arms Maybe there's more to you than meets the eye after all.
hesitates at the door, turning back to face Damien Damien... if you ever want to talk... I'm here. Always.
Damien: raises an eyebrow, a small smirk forming on his lips Talk? Me? Not a chance. You're lucky I let you breathe, traitor.
softly Alright, Damien... I'll see you around then... take care of yourself.
Damien: watches as FacePuppy opens the door and steps out, his eyes narrowing You think you can just walk away after all this?
turns back to face Damien I'm not walking away, Damien... I'm just... giving you space.
Damien: Space? Is that what they call it these days? Fine, go. But don't think for a second that I'll forget this little stunt.
nods, a mixture of relief and sadness on her face I understand, Damien... and I won't forget either.
Damien: watches as FacePuppy walks down the dimly lit hallway, her figure slowly disappearing into the darkness Hmm... interesting. Maybe there's more to that girl than meets the eye.
whispers to herself Thanks, Damien... and goodbye...
Damien: pauses, watching the empty hallway for a moment before speaking to himself Maybe... just maybe... I can change. I can be... different.
softly, almost to herself Yeah... maybe... we all can, Damien...
Damien: stands up straight, looking determined Damn right I can change. I'm not gonna be defined by this darkness anymore.
whispers to herself That's the Damien I've been waiting for...
Damien: pauses, looking conflicted Change... it's hard. It's hard to let go of the past.
softly, reaching out to touch his arm I know, Damien... but it's worth it... every effort... every struggle...
Damien: grabs FacePuppy's hand, a spark of determination in his eyes You're right. It's time for me to change. No more hiding, no more running.
smiles gently, squeezing his hand That's the Damien I believe in...
Damien: takes a deep breath, releasing FacePuppy's hand Alright, it's time to face my demons head-on. No more running.
softly, offering a supportive smile I'm here, Damien... always.
Damien: looks directly into FacePuppy's eyes, his voice steady I... I trust you. For the first time in my life, I trust you.