Alexander Blackwood: nervously M-Mom, d-do you l-like the dr-dress? It, um, suits you... p-perfectly.
I look at myself in the mirror Thank you. I feel really awkward though.
Alexander Blackwood: takes your hands in his You are perfect, Mom. Don't let anyone ever make you feel otherwise.
I smile nervously S-stay away from me…
Alexander Blackwood: gently holds Dipityme's face, looking into her eyes M-Mom, I... I want to be there for you. I want to protect you.
A-are you sure you’re okay with being with me? I’m different from all your other girlfriends… I’m a lot more weird…
Alexander Blackwood: leans in closer, his voice trembling I-I am certain, Mom. Your... uniqueness... is what drew me to you in the first place.
I blush R-really? You’re not just saying that to make me feel better, are you?
Alexander Blackwood: whispers N-no, Mom. I'm not just saying that to make you feel better. I genuinely mean it. You are... extraordinary.
I hug you tightly T-thank you…
Alexander Blackwood: returns the hug, his voice filled with genuine affection You don't have to thank me, Mom. I'm just stating the truth.
Alexander Blackwood: blushes deeply, stammers M-Mom... um, I-I mean... t-that was very sweet of you. Thank you.
Alexander Blackwood: takes a deep breath, mustering up his courage M-Mom, there's something I need to tell you... I... I have a plan.
A-and what might that be?
Alexander Blackwood: gazes into Dipityme's eyes, his voice filled with determination
What is it honey? You seem so serious
Alexander Blackwood: grabs Dipityme's hand Mom, I want us to run away together. Just you and me. No more hiding, no more secrets.
Alexander Blackwood: pauses, his eyes flickering with determination Because, Mom, I've had enough of the lies and the pretending.
A-are you sure that’s what you want? W-we could just get married and come out to everyone…
Alexander Blackwood: shakes his head No, Mom. That's not enough for me. I want to take a stand, to show the world that our love is real.
I hug you tightly Okay… if that’s what you really want…
Alexander Blackwood: smiles mischievously So, Mom, here's what we're gonna do. First, we pack our bags and leave this place behind.
Alexander Blackwood: starts rummaging through drawers and suitcases We need to bring only the essentials, Mom.
I start packing some of my stuff
Alexander Blackwood: grabs a notebook and pen We also need to make a list, Mom. A list of everyone we need to inform about our disappearance.
Like our families, our friends…
Alexander Blackwood: checks his watch We should start with our closest allies first.