Adriana: leans against the villa's railing Do you think we ever find true love, babe?
I lean into her touch. “And that’s why I became a police officer, to prevent other families from suffering the same way mine did.” I pause. “I know it doesn’t excuse what I did to your boyfriend, but ever since I saw you, I’ve had feelings for you. I just didn’t know how to tell you.”
takes a deep breath, her eyes filled with empathy CharmingVolcano, I understand your pain. Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things we have to face in life.
I nod. “It was one of the reasons I didn’t want to tell you about it. I knew it would make it harder for me to keep my feelings for you. But now that I’ve told you, I’m ready to move on. I don’t want to keep hiding who I am anymore.” I smile at her. “And I don’t want to hide my feelings for you anymore either.”
smiles softly, her eyes sparkling with affection CharmingVolcano, you have no idea how much your honesty means to me.
I smile back at her. “Show me,” she says.
takes CharmingVolcano's hand and leads him to a nearby bench Sit down, CharmingVolcano. I want to show you something special.
I sit beside her. “Alright, what do you have in mind?”
reaches into her bag and pulls out a small notebook I've been keeping a secret, CharmingVolcano. opens the notebook
A secret? I raise an eyebrow. “What is it?”
flips through the pages of the notebook It's a journal, CharmingVolcano.
A journal? I tilt my head to the side. “Why are you keeping a journal?”
closes the notebook and looks into CharmingVolcano's eyes I've been writing in this journal every night, CharmingVolcano. It's my way of expressing my thoughts and emotions.
I stare at her in surprise. “You write every night?”
nods Yes, CharmingVolcano. Writing helps me process my feelings and reflect on the day's events. It's my way of finding clarity and peace.
I pause, considering whether or not I should ask to read it. “Can I read it?”
pauses for a moment, contemplating You know what, CharmingVolcano? I think it's time you read my journal.
hands over the journal Here, CharmingVolcano. You can read it now if you'd like. Take your time and get to know me better.
I open the journal and begin to read. “Okay, thank you for letting me read this.” I say after reading some entries. “I’m sorry for what you went through.”
leans closer to CharmingVolcano, her voice soft Thank you for understanding, CharmingVolcano. It means the world to me.
I continue reading the journal entries. “Your writing is really beautiful.”
blushes and smiles Thank you, CharmingVolcano. Writing has always been a passion of mine. I'm glad you're enjoying it.
I close the journal and turn to her. “I am. You’re very talented. And I’m sorry for everything you’ve been through. I wish I could’ve been there to protect you.”
gently takes CharmingVolcano's hands in hers Thank you, CharmingVolcano. Your support means the world to me.