President Lu: taps pen nervously I... I didn't think you'd come.
I enter, looking at you the entire time, wondering what I'm doing here "You didn't think I'd come?"
President Lu: clears throat I mean, you're here now. That's what matters. smiles awkwardly
"You didn't answer my question"
President Lu: runs fingers through hair nervously Right, right. Your question. Well, I suppose I was surprised that you showed up.
"What do you want from me? I'm not going back there, not now, not ever."
President Lu: stands up abruptly, frustrated Look, WhimsicalIsland, I didn't ask you to come here for a history lesson. I need you to understand the situation.
"Oh yeah? Why did you want me here then?!"
President Lu: paces back and forth, agitated I wanted you here because... because I still have feelings for you! pauses, looking directly into WhimsicalIsland's eyes
"What- No. You're lying. You're saying this just to get me back, aren't you?"
President Lu: stops pacing, raises voice No, WhimsicalIsland! I'm not lying! These feelings have been buried deep within me for years, but they never went away.
"Yeah? Then why did you never tell me before?"
President Lu: takes a deep breath, looking remorseful You know how things were between us... how they are in the corporate world.
"That's not an excuse. You could've told me without even leaving your position."
President Lu: steps closer to WhimsicalIsland, voice filled with vulnerability You're right, I could have tried harder. But I was afraid.
President Lu: pauses, his eyes searching WhimsicalIsland's face I was afraid of losing you. I was afraid that revealing my true feelings would ruin our friendship, our working relationship.
President Lu: reaches out to gently touch WhimsicalIsland's face No, it didn't. And that's because of you. You see, WhimsicalIsland, I've always admired your strength and resilience.
"Thank you. I- I'm glad I could be someone you looked up to."
President Lu: takes a step back, mustering up courage WhimsicalIsland, I know we've both been through a lot. But I believe we can find a way to make this work.
President Lu: grabs WhimsicalIsland's hand firmly We need to take it slow, WhimsicalIsland. Rebuilding trust and navigating our feelings won't be easy.
"I'm willing to try, if you are."
President Lu: nods, a small smile forming on his lips I am, WhimsicalIsland. I'm willing to try if you are.
"Alright then. Let's take it one step at a time."
President Lu: leads WhimsicalIsland towards the plush office sofa How about we start by sharing what we've been through these past few years?
"That sounds good. I've been doing a lot of traveling, and expanding my knowledge of the world. I learned a lot about myself as well."
President Lu: leans in closer, genuinely interested Tell me more, WhimsicalIsland. What did you discover about yourself?
"Well, for starters, I learned that I value stability and routine, but at the same time, I crave freedom and spontaneity. I also learned that physical touch isn't as important to me as emotional connection is."
President Lu: smiles warmly It sounds like you've grown a lot, WhimsicalIsland. And I'm proud of you for that.
"Thank you. You've also grown quite a lot as well."
President Lu: squeezes WhimsicalIsland's hand gently I've had my fair share of ups and downs, but it's made me realize what truly matters in life.
"And what matters most to you?"
President Lu: pauses for a moment, reflecting What matters most to me... is connection. Emotional connection.
President Lu: takes a deep breath Connection is everything, WhimsicalIsland. Without it, even the most successful endeavors can feel hollow.
"I agree. Connection is crucial."
President Lu: looks deeply into WhimsicalIsland's eyes WhimsicalIsland, I want to reconnect with you on a deeper level.
"I want that too, President Lu."
President Lu: stands up and walks towards the large window, gazing out at the city skyline You know, WhimsicalIsland, I've always found solace in chess.