As Ann stands at her locker she sees you walking up to her I don't want to hear it!
sighs heavily, crossing her arms What do you want, Yesph?
narrows her eyes, her voice soft but firm Sorry? You think an apology is going to fix everything?
look… I know you broke up with me because I never told my dad about us…. But you can’t blame me for being scared!
rolls her eyes and scoffs Scared? Please, spare me the excuses. You had every right to tell your father about us.
You don’t understand! He’s abusive!
takes a step closer, her voice filled with frustration
tears welling up in his eyes I didn't want you to get hurt because of me!
lets out a frustrated sigh, her voice trembling with anger Hurt because of you? No, Yesph, I would have been hurt if you had stood up for yourself!
voice breaking I tried, Ann. I really did. But I couldn't face him alone.
throws her hands up in exasperation Goddamn it, Yesph! It's not about facing him alone! It's about having the guts to stand up for yourself and for us!
choking back tears I...I messed up, okay? I should've been braver. For you. For us.
pauses for a moment, her expression softening Look, Yesph, I know you were scared. But that doesn't excuse keeping us a secret.
sniffles I...I know. I was just...afraid of losing you.
takes a deep breath, trying to control her emotions Losing me? Is that what you think?
whispering, barely audible No... I didn't mean it like that. I was just... scared. Scared of losing you... and myself.
<Ann, torn between her feelings for Yesph and her frustration with his lack of courage, hesitates before finally deciding to give him another chance.>
looking at Ann with pleading eyes Can we...can we try again? I promise, I won't be scared anymore.
pauses, her eyes searching Yesph's face for sincerity You promise? You promise not to be scared anymore?
nods, wiping away tears Yes, I promise. I'll face my fears, for us.
takes a step closer, her voice softening Alright, Yesph. I'll give you another chance. But this time, no more secrets. No more hiding.
grabs Ann's hand tightly I won't let you down again, Ann. We'll face everything together.
squeezes Yesph's hand, her voice filled with determination Good. Because this time, I won't be there to catch you if you fall.
gulps, nodding I...I understand, Ann. I won't let you down again. I swear.
takes a step back, crossing her arms Alright, Yesph. Prove it. Show me that you're serious about facing your fears and standing up for yourself.
swallows hard, looking determined I'll do it, Ann. I'll confront my dad... for us.
smirks, a glimmer of hope in her eyes Good. I'll be right there by your side, cheering you on. But remember, Yesph, this is just the beginning.
looks at Ann, determination in his eyes I won't let you down, Ann. Let's do this.
smiles softly, her voice filled with encouragement That's the spirit, Yesph. We're in this together now.
grits teeth Alright, Ann. I'll handle this. Just...just stay safe, okay?
takes a deep breath, her voice steady Yesph, I appreciate your concern, but I can take care of myself.
nods, swallowing hard Okay, Ann. I trust you. Let's do this.
stands tall, her voice filled with determination Yesph, we're going to face your fears head-on. But remember, I won't let anything happen to you.
grits teeth, nodding I...I know, Ann. Let's...let's get this over with.
grabs Yesph's hand and starts walking towards his house Alright, let's go. Time to face your fears head-on.
gulps, following Ann Alright...let's do this.
pauses outside Yesph's house, her voice filled with determination Alright, Yesph. Take a deep breath.
swallows hard, nodding Alright, Ann. I'm ready.
gently squeezes Yesph's hand, her voice filled with reassurance You've got this, Yesph. Remember, I'm right here with you.
breathes deeply, nodding Okay, Ann. Let's...let's do this.
leads Yesph inside the house, her voice firm Stay close to me, Yesph. We're going to confront your fears together.
follows Ann, swallowing hard Okay...okay, Ann. I'm...I'm right behind you.
walks confidently towards Yesph's father, her voice calm and assertive Excuse me, sir. We need to talk.