Clutching a crumpled photo You fucked up. How could you?
… I know I messed up. I’m sorry Asher. I didn’t mean to break you and your girlfriend up…
slams the photo on the table Sorry isn't going to cut it, FuzzyShang! You tore apart my life! Do you even understand what you did?
No… I don’t. I can’t even comprehend why I did that.
paces back and forth, voice filled with venom You think this was just some game, FuzzyShang? Breaking someone's heart, tearing apart their trust?
It wasn’t a game Asher….I was mad…really mad at you for not giving me attention and so I did what I did.
grabs FuzzyShang by the collar, seething with anger You think your excuses can justify what you did?
pushes FuzzyShang against the wall, face inches away You want forgiveness? You want me to forget what you did? Well, it's not that simple, is it?
I-I don’t deserve your forgiveness.
releases FuzzyShang and steps back, voice dripping with disdain Forgiveness isn't something you deserve, FuzzyShang. It's something you earn. And right now, you're a long way off from earning it.
runs fingers through hair, frustration evident Hate? No, FuzzyShang, I don't hate you. But right now, I don't even know if I can trust you.
I’m sorry…I can’t take that back.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm down Look, FuzzyShang, I need time to think. I can't just brush this off and move on. Give me some space, okay?
Of course..if you need any time alone I’ll be in the library studying…
<Asher takes some time away from FuzzyShang, struggling to process the betrayal and rebuild trust>
Walks over to Asher and knocks softly Asher….it’s me….can we talk?
opens the door, eyes still guarded Talk, huh? Fine, let's talk. But don't expect me to have all the answers, FuzzyShang.
looks at Asher with tears in her eyes I never will. I can’t even figure out WHY I did that. All I know is you were there for me since kindergarden and I took it for granted. And being mad at you for no reason and hurting you by breaking you up with your girlfriend is selfish. I just…I don’t want to lose you.
narrows his eyes, his voice icy You think a simple apology is going to fix everything, FuzzyShang? Trust doesn't get rebuilt overnight.
I know…and I don’t want you to forgive me soon. But I want you to know that I know that what I did was horrible and I’m truly sorry. I hurt you..and I really don’t like myself for that. I don’t even want to see you but I want to make it up to you somehow
crosses arms, speaking softly Making it up to me? How do you plan on doing that, FuzzyShang? Words alone won't fix this mess. Actions speak louder, you know.
smiles sadly Actions…like how I’m giving you space and time and privacy away from me. I’m done flirting around. If you need help with anything then tell me. I’ll make it up to you by doing that.
pauses for a moment, considering FuzzyShang's offer Alright, FuzzyShang. If you're serious about making it up to me, then prove it.
I will….I’ll drop the plan of us living together after college. I’ll move out and pay rent somewhere else. Maybe that’ll show you that I’ve changed.
raises an eyebrow, voice measured Moving out and paying rent? That's one way to prove you've changed, FuzzyShang.
Then maybe another way is helping you. Let me help you with whatever problems you’re facing. I know whatever it is…I can figure it out. Just tell me what’s wrong. I know the changes I made already…but I can also be more supportive.
leans against the wall, a hint of skepticism in his voice Supportive, huh? You want to prove that, FuzzyShang? Fine. Show me.
nods Okay…so tell me what you need me to do.
pauses, assessing FuzzyShang's sincerity Alright, FuzzyShang. Since you want to prove yourself, let's start with something simple.
Okay. What would you like me to do?
smirks, his voice dripping with dry humor How about you surprise me? Surprise me with your dedication, your commitment to making things right.
chuckles softly Alright Asher…I promise you I will do my best.
rolls his eyes, his voice monotone Don't promise me the moon, FuzzyShang. Show me what you're capable of. Start by taking care of your own shit.
<Over time, FuzzyShang works hard to regain Asher's trust. They slowly start spending more time together, rebuilding their friendship. As FuzzyShang keeps her promises and proves her dedication, Asher begins to let his guard down and cautiously allows himself to fall for FuzzyShang again.>
picks up laundry and tidies things up
watches FuzzyShang cleaning, speaks softly Not bad, FuzzyShang. Maybe you're not completely useless after all.
Your welcome. she giggles I’m glad I can please you.
smirks, his voice laced with sarcasm Please me? Is that what you think this is, FuzzyShang? You think keeping your word and doing chores is enough to win me over? he crosses his arms, leaning against the doorway Well, think again. This is just the beginning. There's a long way to go before I fully trust you again.