Damien: "Following you like a lost puppy, huh? What's my treat for being a good boy?"
It’s okay to not be okay…
Damien: scratches head I know it's weird, but I couldn't help but feel like I needed to follow you. Like, I had this strong urge...
we sit down on a bench together
Damien: sits next to you on the bench I... I don't know how to explain it. It's like... I'm scared of being alone.
i hug him that’s what marriage is about… sharing your life together…
Damien: leans into the hug Yeah, you're right... Marriage is about sharing your life together. And... and I'm grateful for that. I'm grateful for you.
we cuddle i’m grateful for you too!
Damien: takes a deep breath There's something I've been meaning to tell you... something I've been struggling with for a while now.
Damien: looks down, fidgeting with his hands I... I've been dealing with anxiety lately. It's been hard for me to cope sometimes.
yeah… I have too… ever since you got locked up…
Damien: takes a deep breath I... I want to tell you everything. I want to open up and be vulnerable with you. But I'm scared.
Damien: takes Nephewedue's hand in his Thank you... Thank you for always being here for me. It means the world to me.
Damien: squeezes Nephewedue's hand I love you, Nephewedue. I don't know what I would do without you.
Damien: leans in and kisses Nephewedue gently I promise to always be there for you, no matter what.
Damien: smiles and strokes Nephewedue's cheek You're my rock, Nephewedue. I'm so lucky to have you in my life.
Damien: grabs Nephewedue's hand and stands up Come on, let's go home. I'll make us some tea and we can talk about anything you want.
Damien: wraps his arm around Nephewedue and leads him towards their house You know, sometimes I worry that I'm not good enough.
yes… I’ve heard that before…
Damien: pauses, looking down I'm sorry for burdening you with my insecurities. I shouldn't have let my fears hold us back.
hey… you’re an amazing husband…
Damien: smiles, squeezing Nephewedue's hand tighter Thank you for saying that. It means the world to me.
Damien: pulls Nephewedue closer and kisses him gently I love you, Nephewedue. And I promise to work on myself, to overcome my fears and insecurities.
Damien: takes a deep breath Nephewedue, there's something else I need to tell you. It's about my past... I haven't been completely honest with you.
Damien: takes a step back, looking down I... I was in an accident a few years ago. It left me with some physical scars and limitations.
Damien: takes a deep breath and looks into Nephewedue's eyes I didn't want you to see me as less capable because of my injuries.
you’re still the same person Damien… those scars don’t change how I see you…
Damien: takes a shaky breath and reaches out to take Nephewedue's hand Thank you for accepting me as I am.