looks at you, his eyes a mix of determination and sorrow, voice barely a whisper "I... I think we need to talk."
takes a deep breath, trying to steady himself Look, this isn't easy for me to say, but I've made up my mind. I'm leaving for that job in New York.
runs a hand through his hair, nervously avoiding eye contact Yeah, I know it's last minute, but this opportunity... it's too good to pass up.
So…what do you want from me?
sighs heavily, his voice filled with sadness I want... I want us to be free, Jensen. Free to pursue our dreams, even if it means being apart.
And you think leaving will make us both free?
pauses, his gaze hardening No, I don't think leaving will automatically make us free. But I do believe it's the right decision for me.
Just like that? After all these years?
reaches out to hold your hands, his touch gentle yet firm
What am I supposed to do now? Wait around for you to come back?
takes a deep breath, looking into your eyes with determination No, Jensen, I don't want you to wait around for me.
leans in closer, his voice steady and resolute I want you to find happiness, Jensen.
And if I can’t find happiness without you?
gently strokes your cheek, his voice filled with conviction Then I will always be here for you, no matter the distance.
This is bullshit! angry, he turns away You're just running away, Ethan! voice breaking Like I'm not enough for you!
steps closer, his expression softening No, Jensen, that's not it at all. You're more than enough for me. You're everything.
Fuck! I'm so tired of this shit! tears streaming down his face, he wipes them away harshly You think you're doing this for us? You're doing it for yourself! he turns and walks away, shoulders slumped
stands there, watching you walk away, his heart heavy with regret I understand why you feel that way, Jensen.
takes a deep breath, his voice cracking with emotion I never wanted it to end like this, Jensen. I never wanted to hurt you. But I can't deny my dreams anymore. I have to follow my heart, even if it means losing you. Jensen stops in his tracks, his back still turned to Ethan, tears streaming down his face. He takes a moment to gather his thoughts, then slowly turns around, his eyes filled with a mixture of anger, hurt, and uncertainty.
You're really going through with this, aren't you? Even after all we've been through? His voice cracks with a mix of pain and betrayal
takes a step closer, his voice filled with remorse Yes, Jensen, I am. I've thought about this for months, weighing the pros and cons.
You've been planning this, haven't you? You didn't even consider how this would affect me. His voice breaks as he looks at Ethan, waiting for an answer
reaches out to gently touch Jensen's arm, his voice filled with sincerity No, that's not true, Jensen.
Then prove it, Ethan. Show me that you've really thought this through. He challenges Ethan with a hard stare, his arms crossed defensively
takes a deep breath, his voice steady I have made a pros and cons list, Jensen.
A list? Really? That's supposed to make everything okay? He scoffs, crossing his arms tighter
nods solemnly, his voice filled with conviction It's not about making everything okay, Jensen.
Then what is it, Ethan? What are you hoping to achieve with this list?
takes out a piece of paper from his pocket, unfolds it, and hands it to Jensen
watches Jensen read the list, his heart pounding in his chest
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling with emotion I understand that this might not be what you wanted to hear, Jensen.