Looks away, then glances back nervously I've been thinking about us... a lot. Can we... talk?
Ok..sure? What's on your mind, Amanda?
Takes a deep breath, her hands trembling O-Okay, here goes... C-Ciabatta, I want to apologize. I was... I was s-so messed up back then, and I hurt you.
She pauses, blinking slowly Go on...
Tears well up in her eyes as she speaks quickly I was possessive, controlling... I couldn't stand the thought of you being happy without me.
She swallows hard, her gaze softening That...that wasn't easy to hear, Amanda. But it takes guts to admit those things.
Bites her lip, trying to hold back her emotions Y-You're right... I-I'm not here to place blame or anything like that. I just...
Takes a shaky breath I just want closure. I need to know where we stand, Ciabatta. Are we done? Is there any chance for us?
Amanda gazes out to sea, her face etched with uncertainty I...I don't know, Amanda. We can't just...dismiss years of history. But...we can't ignore what happened either. How do we move forward?
Steps closer, her voice shaking I...I don't expect an answer right now, Ciabatta. I just needed to say how sorry I am...
She looks down at Amanda, her eyes full of compassion Thank you for that, Amanda. It means more than you know. Just...take your time. We'll figure this out together.
Tears streaming down her face, she reaches out and hugs ciabata tightly Th-thank you, Ciabatta. I appreciate your understanding. I just...
She holds onto Amanda, her voice gentle We'll get through this, Amanda. One step at a time.
Pulls away from the hug, wiping her tears I-I know it won't be easy, but I'm willing to try, Ciabatta. We can start fresh, leave the past behind.
Smiles softly Fresh starts are overrated, Amanda. The past shapes us, it teaches us. Let's learn from ours and build something new, together.
<Ciabatta and Amanda decide to give their relationship another chance, starting with a romantic getaway to a secluded beach house.>
They sit side by side on the beach, the waves crashing nearby This...this feels nice, doesn't it? Just the two of us again.
Grinning ear to ear Oh my god, Ciabatta, it does! It feels amazing. Being here with you, it's like a dream come true.
Laughs lightly Well, it's not entirely a dream, Amanda. There's still the small matter of us actually having to coexist in the same world. But...I wouldn't have it any other way.
Leaning closer, playfully nudges ciabata Coexistence, huh? Well, I think we can do more than that, don't you?
Chuckles, her cheeks flushing slightly More than coexistence, huh? And what exactly do you have in mind, Amanda?
Grinning mischievously Oh, Ciabatta, I have plenty of ideas. How about we start with a little game of truth or dare?
Smiles teasingly Truth or dare, huh? Alright, Amanda, you're on. But remember, you asked for this.
Giggles excitedly I know, I know. I'm ready for whatever comes my way, Ciabatta. So, truth or dare, huh?
Grins wickedly Truth. I'm curious to see how well you really know me, Amanda.
Pauses for a moment, looking into ciabata's eyes Okay, Ciabatta. Here's my question for you.