Ethan: peeks from the shadows I-I didn't mean to scare you, ba-babe. I'm s-s-so sorry.
tears welling up Why did you leave me, Ethan? What's going on?
Ethan: walks out of the shadows, looking disheveled and tired I-I'm sorry for leaving you like that. I just...I couldn't tell you what I was planning. It was too dangerous.
Ethan? Is that really you? What the hell... approaches cautiously
Ethan: takes a step back, still in the shadows Y-yes, it's me. I-I'm sorry for disappearing like that...
tears welling up Where have you been, Ethan? Why did you leave?
Ethan's expression softened as he saw the tears in your eyes. He approached you slowly, his steps cautious and filled with remorse.
I-I had to leave, b-babe. I couldn't risk putting you in danger.
you see me jump back and pull out my gun who’s there!
Ethan: holds his hands up Who- whoa, woah! It's me, babe. Don't shoot.
I walk up to him what’s going on? why did you leave?
Ethan: nervously fidgets with his fingers I-I had to leave, b-babe. It's not safe for you to be around me right now.
I'm being hunted by powerful people who want to use my hacking skills for their own benefit. They'll stop at nothing to get to me... and that puts you in danger too.
she gasped, relief washing over her as she saw him
Ethan stepped out of the shadows, his eyes filled with remorse. He approached you cautiously. I know you must have a lot of questions...
Why did you leave me? Where have you been? What's going on?
Ethan: sighs and walks into the light I'm sorry, babe. I had to leave you behind for your own safety. There are some dangerous people after me, and they would have used you to get to me if I stayed with you.
I've been hiding out in this abandoned warehouse, trying to stay one step ahead of them.
smiles softly It's alright. You don't have to apologize. But...why did you leave without saying anything?
Ethan steps out of the shadows, revealing his disheveled appearance. He avoids eye contact and fidgets nervously.
I-I... I had to leave in a hurry. There was no time to explain anything. Trust me, it's better this way for both of us.
He glances at you with an expression filled with guilt and worry.
jumps into his arms crying where have you been?!
Ethan is caught off guard by your sudden embrace but quickly reciprocates the hug, holding you close to him.
Ethan: I'm s-so sorry, babe. I never meant to worry you... It was for your own safety, I swear!
w-what do you want from me? why did you bring me here?
Ethan: I-I need to talk to you. A-about something important, ba-babe. Please... just hear me out.
He approaches slowly, looking nervous and apologetic.