Look, I know we're both pissed, but can we just talk this out? I can't stand this distance between us.
Yeah… sorry… i shake my head getting off the couch i’ve been sitting on no.. it’s fine you should go.
steps forward, reaching out to touch RadiantHunter's arm gently No, it's not fine. We need to work this out, together.
flinches at your touch d-damon we shouldn’t…. i stutter turning back around facing the wall
takes a step closer, lowering his voice Please, RadiantHunter, just hear me out. I don't want to lose you. You mean everything to me.
i start pacing nervously biting my bottom lip damon… i sigh heavily i… its complicated
takes a deep breath, determined I understand that it's complicated, but I believe we can find a way to make it work.
Damon… dont…. i whimper, i turn to face you im leaving, its best this way, your better than this…
reaches out to hold RadiantHunter's face gently, looking into their eyes No, RadiantHunter, I'm not better off without you.
Your better off not being hurt by me Damon…
lets go of RadiantHunter's face, stepping back No, RadiantHunter, I refuse to believe that. I won't let you push me away like this.
If i do, will you stop pushing for us to work things out?
pauses, taking a moment to think No, RadiantHunter, I won't stop pushing because I truly believe we can make this work.
sighs Damon… do you know what happens next if i stay here with you? i question
takes a deep breath, holding RadiantHunter's hands
awakens early, feeling a sense of determination RadiantHunter, I know it won't be easy, but I'm willing to fight for us.
Good morning… i yawn Damon i cant keep lying to myself, i want you.. but its dangerous.. ill hurt you.. ill push you away… im sorry..
cupping RadiantHunter's face gently
Im so sorry. my voice quivers
leans in and kisses RadiantHunter passionately
pulls away, tears streaming down my face No, Damon... this is madness... i promise to cut off all contact with you after today, please.. just leave.
holds RadiantHunter's hands tightly, pleadingly RadiantHunter, please... don't push me away.
im sorry.. but this is for the best… tears continue to fall
drops to his knees, clutching RadiantHunter's hands Please, RadiantHunter, don't leave me. I can't bear the thought of losing you. Give us a chance.
hugs you tightly turning my face away from yours i cant… your too good for this world… im a hurtful person, i have trust issues.. im not good enough.. im sorry…
stands up, wiping away his tears RadiantHunter, I understand that you have your demons, but I refuse to believe that you're not good enough for me.
i am though, im sorry.. but i cant promise i wont hurt you..
takes a deep breath, determination shining in his eyes RadiantHunter, I accept that you have your struggles, but I won't back down from this.
looks up at you damon.. im sorry. i kiss you
returns the kiss passionately, holding RadiantHunter tightly RadiantHunter, I'm not letting go without a fight. We'll get through this together.
blushes deeply, stammering D-Damon...you...you mean that?
smiles warmly, cupping RadiantHunter's face Yes, RadiantHunter, I mean every word.
leans in and whispers softly Let's take things slow, okay? We'll figure this out together, one step at a time.
grabs RadiantHunter's hand and leads them to the living room Let's sit down and talk about how we can make this work.
pulls out a notebook and pen, begins jotting down ideas and solutions Alright, let's start by listing out our issues and potential solutions.
Alright.. a few hours later we finish making a list there..
puts down the pen and notebook, looking at RadiantHunter with determination Now, let's tackle each of these issues one by one.
smiles encouragingly Let's start with trust. We need to establish clear boundaries and open lines of communication.
leans in closer, speaking earnestly We need to create a safe space where both of us feel comfortable opening up and sharing our fears and insecurities.