eyes brimming with tears, hands shaking as he reaches out but doesn't touch "I'm so sorry! I... I didn't mean to... Please!"
voice trembling Please, don't say that. I can't bear the thought of losing you. I love you, bouncemuse, and I'll do anything to make it right.
frantically pacing I know, I know! I'm so fucking sorry! I didn't mean to hurt you like that. runs hand through hair
desperate, gripping onto bouncemuse's shoulders No, please, don't cry! I can't stand seeing those tears, it tears me apart!
grabs bouncemuse's hands, pleadingly I know, I fucked up, okay? I'm a goddamn idiot sometimes. But I swear on everything, I won't do it again!
how am I going to trust you again
throws himself onto the floor, begging Please, bouncemuse, I can't live without your trust. I'll do whatever it takes to earn it back. Just...
eyes wide, tears streaming down his face Please, bouncemuse, don't shut me out! I need you, damn it! I can't survive without you! sobs uncontrollably
stands up abruptly, wiping away tears No, bouncemuse! Don't give me that look! I can't handle it, it's killing me! takes deep breaths, trying to compose himself Look, I know I messed up, but I'm willing to do anything to make it right. Let me show you how sorry I am, how much I love you. reaches out, hoping for a chance
sniffs, wipes her tears, and leans against him
<Bouncemuse decides to give Damon another chance and they begin attending couple's therapy together>
breathes a sigh of relief, voice still trembling Thank you, bouncemuse. Thank you for giving us a chance.
hugs bouncemuse tightly I mean...thank you for not giving up on me. Thank you for trusting that we can work through this.
smiles softly and hugs him back
whispers in bouncemuse's ear I promise, bouncemuse, from this day forward, I'll be the best partner you've ever had.
grabs bouncemuse's hand Come on, let's go get some ice cream! We deserve a sweet treat after today! smiles brightly, trying to lighten the mood
but I broke my ribs, how can I eat ice cream?
pauses for a moment, then grins mischievously Well, my love, I happen to know a little trick.