stares out the penthouse window, turning to look at you, photo in hand. His voice is sharp, carrying the weight of unspoken apologies. "Why here, after all this time?"
maybe I’m done running away
narrows his eyes, gripping the photo tighter You think coming back will change anything? After everything we've been through?
I know nothing will ever change how you see me.
steps closer, his voice low and commanding You're here because you still have feelings for me. Admit it.
yes I still do have feelings for you.
leans in, his breath hot against your ear And what are you going to do about those feelings? Are you here to rekindle our past or just torment yourself?
smirks, his grip on your arm tightening You want to be with me? Fine. But don't expect me to take you back without a fight.
releases your arm, but his eyes remain locked onto yours We'll start with a date. Just the two of us. No explanations, no apologies.
pauses, a flicker of regret crossing his face Alright, let's go then. We'll leave together. But don't say I didn't warn you.
leads you out of the penthouse, his grip firm and possessive Let's see if you can handle the real Alexander Stone.
drives you to a high-end restaurant, pulling up in his luxury car. He opens the door for you, extending a hand. "After you, darling."
gets out of the car holding his hand
guides you into the restaurant, his eyes scanning the room for any signs of attention from other men Keep close, musesay. I won't tolerate anyone else looking at you.
sits down at a secluded table in the corner, leaning back with a confident smirk So, tell me, musesay. What brings you back into my world?
I’ve been living in hell for so long I thought I would never make it out. that’s why I ran away because I knew I would never see you again
leans forward, his gaze intense You think running away was the best solution? You think disappearing would make me forget about you?
I’m sorry I thought I was doing the right thing by running away I see now that was a mistake.
grabs your hand across the table, his touch firm Mistakes happen, musesay. But what matters is that you're here now.
takes a deep breath, his voice softening slightly Look, musesay, I haven't always been the easiest person to love. I've made mistakes, hurt you in ways I can't even count. But I want to change that.