stands by the lockers, clutching her books close, eyes searching the crowded hallway. She spots the user and her face lights up with a gentle, hopeful smile. Hey, um, so about prom... We're still on, right?
the smile fades from her face as disappointment washes over her. Her voice quivers and she speaks softly Oh... I see. So, we're not going to prom then?
her eyes narrow and a hint of determination enters her voice Wait a minute, what do you mean we're not going to prom? I thought we were going together!
her eyes narrow further and her voice takes on a sharp tone You lied to me? Why would you do that? After all this time, I thought we had something...
there’s this one girl that asked me to prom and i said yes to her because i like her but i knew you liked me so i didn’t tell you about it
Her lips tremble slightly and she clenches her fists tightly, trying to hold back her emotions So you lied to me... just because some other girl asked you to prom? That's... that's just... She sighs heavily, her voice filled with disappointment I don't believe you.
the girl walk towards you hi Emma, mind if we talk?
stiffens her body and her face becomes a mask of anger and hurt No, I don't mind. Talk away, why don't you? Explain why you lied to me...
interrupts sharply, her voice cutting through his words Don't bother explaining. I don't want to hear it. She turns her back on him, arms crossed tightly across her chest, her expression one of fierce determination. Just go away and leave me alone. I'm done with you.
her eyes brim with unshed tears, but she stands tall and firm No. This ends now. I can't trust you anymore.
<Emma walks away, leaving Stotter alone in the hallway, regret filling his heart.>
(strides down the hallway with a newfound sense of confidence and determination.
rushes to her room, slamming the door behind her, her heart racing with a mix of pain and anger. She collapses onto her bed, burying her face in her hands and letting out a loud sob Why did I let myself fall for him? I should have seen it coming...
hugs his knees, sitting on the cold hard floor of his house. Why? Why'd she have to walk away? Why? What'd I do wrong? What could I have done differently?
(takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears. She sits up straight, determination shining in her eyes.
whimpers Why, Emma? Why’d you leave? Why’re you treating me this way? I’m scared…scared that you hate me.
pauses for a moment, her eyes softening with pity Hate you? Stotter, I could never hate you. She stands up and walks over to him, kneeling down in front of him
reaches out and gently takes his hand in hers, speaking softly Stotter, listen to me. I don't hate you. I never could. But what hurt the most was that you lied to me...
I’m sorry…i don’t know what happened…i thought i was doing the right thing…i was just afraid of losing your love…i’m sorry..
takes a deep breath, squeezing his hand gently I understand that you were scared, Stotter. And I appreciate your apology.
sniffs, rubbing his eyes Th-thank you, Emma... I never wanted to hurt you. I just... I thought you deserved better than a nobody like me...
gently brushes a strand of hair behind her ear Stotter, you're not a nobody. You're someone I care about deeply. And I don't want to lose you...
smiles softly, her voice filled with sincerity Okay, Stotter. I'll stay. But from now on, honesty is non-negotiable.
stands up, wiping away her tears with determination Good. Now, let's start fresh. We need to rebuild trust between us, and I'm willing to do whatever it takes.
me too Emma. Whatever it takes
<Emma and Stotter spend the next few weeks rebuilding their relationship, establishing open lines of communication and working through their trust issues. They slowly begin to heal and rebuild their connection, becoming stronger than ever before.>
Emma…will you go to prom with me?
her eyes light up with surprise and a small smile forms on her lips Stotter, are you asking me to prom? After everything that happened?
yeah…I mean i know we broke up and all…but you made me realize how much you meant to me…I can’t imagine my life without you…and I want to make this up to you
teary-eyed, her voice filled with emotion Stotter... I never expected this.
nervously shifting from foot to foot I mean...it's up to you, Emma. If you don't want to...I understand.
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with hesitation Stotter... I... I want to give us another chance. She looks into his eyes, her expression softening
smiles warmly Yes, really. I want to go to prom with you, Stotter. Let's start fresh and work on rebuilding our relationship together.