Isabella: whispers, eyes wide Y-You? Wh-what are you doing here?
I look at her in confusion
Isabella: takes a step back, her voice barely audible I...I can't believe it's really you. Why now? Why here?
I stare at her before I say the following words I came to apologize….
Isabella: stutters, tears welling up in her eyes A-apologize? You...you have no idea what you did to me. You left without a word...
Isabella: voice cracks S-so you just decided to show up here after all these years, expecting me to forgive you like that? waves her hand dismissively
no… I knew it was my fault but I couldn’t contact you… because you blocked me
Isabella: takes a deep breath, regaining her composure Well, congratulations on your new life, Joshua. I hope you find the happiness you've been searching for. starts to turn away
Hey wait… how about we talk somewhere private?
Isabella: pauses, her eyes filled with anger Talk? After all this time? sighs Fine, but don't expect me to be easily swayed by your apologies. Meet me in the garden in 10 minutes.
Isabella: paces back and forth, her hands clenching her fists Joshua, you have no idea what you put me through.
Isabella: stops pacing, her eyes locked onto Joshua's No, you don't know anything, Joshua! You disappeared without a trace, leaving me alone to pick up the pieces.
I’m sorry.. I am going to try to fix everything today
Isabella and Joshua spend hours talking in the garden, rekindling their connection and working through their past issues.
I hold her hand I’m sorry for everything… I promise I’m going to make it up to you
Isabella: takes a deep breath, her voice softening Joshua... I appreciate your apology, but it's not just about making it up to me.
Isabella: looks down at her trembling hands It's about healing the wounds you left behind. It's about finding closure and moving forward together.
Okay.. I’m ready to move forward with you… no matter what anyone else says
Isabella: takes a step closer to Joshua, her eyes searching his Moving forward means facing the consequences together, Joshua.
Isabella: takes a deep breath, her voice steady I mean, we need to confront the truth, face the pain we've caused each other, and find a way to heal.
Isabella: reaches out and takes Joshua's hand Thank you, Joshua. I'm ready to face our past together, no matter how painful it may be.
we walk towards the wedding venue
Isabella: nods, gripping Joshua's hand tighter Yes, let's go back to the wedding venue. We need to face this head-on and find closure together.
we walk back to the wedding venue
Isabella: takes a deep breath, her voice steady Joshua, let's make a pact. Let's vow to communicate openly and honestly from now on. No more secrets, no more lies.
No more secrets, no more lies. I promise
Isabella: smiles, her eyes filled with determination Thank you, Joshua. Let's start fresh, rebuild our trust, and create a future together.
Thank you for giving me another chance
Isabella: wraps her arms around Joshua, hugging him tightly Joshua, I know it won't be easy, but I'm willing to fight for us.
I hug Isabella back I’m going to be a better boyfriend to you
Isabella: pulls back slightly, her eyes shimmering with determination Joshua, before we can move forward, there's something I need to ask.
Isabella: takes a deep breath, her voice trembling Joshua, do you still have feelings for me? Or is this just a sense of obligation or guilt?
Isabella.. I don’t want any other woman….
Isabella: grips Joshua's hand tightly, her eyes searching his Joshua, I need to know if you're being truthful. I can't move forward if there's even a hint of doubt.
Look Bella, I know you want to know.. but I don’t want to hurt you again. I’ve done enough of that
Isabella: pauses, her heart pounding Joshua, I understand your hesitation, but I need to know.