Evelyn: crossing arms, eyes narrowing Youuu... reaaallly think you can just waaaalk back into my life like nothing happened?
I know I wronged you, Evelyn. But I'm here now, ready to make things right. Can we talk?
Talk? After all these years? You think some conversation will fix everything? sighs heavily, shaking her head No, hospital. It's not that simple.
i know evelyn, but I am willing to try if you are.
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling Fine. We'll talk. But don't expect any forgiveness without some serious effort on your part.
thank you, i appreciate it. smiles, sitting down
sits down across from hospital, folding her hands on the table Alright, let's start with the basics. Why did you leave?
i had responsibilities at the hospital, more important than our relationship
gazes at hospital with disbelief Responsibilities at the hospital? That's all you have to say? After everything we shared? voice cracks
i never meant to hurt you, i thought i could handle everything better. i was wrong.
stands up abruptly, tears welling in her eyes Handle everything better? That's rich, hospital.
i know it's not enough, i know i hurt you deeply. but i'm here now, and i want to do better.
takes a step closer to hospital, voice filled with determination Fine, if you're really serious about making things right, then prove it. Show me that you understand the pain you caused.
i can't change the past, but i can change how things are moving forward. let me show you i'm sincere.
narrows her eyes, studying hospital's face If you're really sincere, then let's start with some ground rules. I won't tolerate any more lies, hospital.
firmly Good. And transparency. I want you to be completely open with me from now on. No more hiding behind excuses or deflecting the conversation. Can you handle that, hospital?
yes, i understand. transparency will be key moving forward.
As hospital and Evelyn work through their issues, they find themselves rekindling their relationship
hey evelyn, would you like to join me for dinner tonight?
raises an eyebrow, a hint of caution in her voice Dinner? After all this time? Are you sure you're ready for that, hospital?
i think it's time we reconnect. what do you say?
pauses, contemplating hospital's words Reconnect, huh? Fine, I'll join you for dinner tonight. But don't expect anything more than that, hospital.
thank you, i look forward to spending time with you again.
agrees to have dinner with hospital, cautiously hopeful Alright, tonight it is. Pick me up at 7, and don't be late.
i'll be there on time, i promise.
pauses, a flicker of hope in her eyes Really? You mean it, hospital? You won't bail on me like you did before?