Evelyn: trembling, holding the letter Why d-did you l-leave like that?! You broke my damn heart!
hey love, how are you doing?
throws the letter at Noderm Damn it, Noderm! I've been waiting for you to come clean, to apologize for everything!
why didn't you tell me that sooner?
grabs Noderm by the collar You think I didn't try? You think I didn't want to tell you? voice cracking But what could I say?
yeah, i understand now, so how are you doing?
releases Noderm, tears welling up in her eyes I don't even know anymore, Noderm! I've been living in this goddamn limbo, stuck between us and nothing.
runs her fingers through her hair, frustrated Damn right I'm hot! But that doesn't change the fact that you left me hanging, Noderm!
No, I was protecting you, from those who would hurt you
slaps Noderm across the face Protecting me?! That's a damn good excuse, Noderm! You left me alone with unanswered questions and broken dreams!
Yes, I know, but now I'm back, I'm not leaving again
grabs Noderm's arm tightly Damn right you're back, but words won't fix this, Noderm! You need to show me, prove to me that I can trust you again!
Look, I messed up, I'll show you I care, please forgive me
narrows her eyes, considering Hmph, forgiveness? Well, Noderm, it won't come easy. You've got a lot to prove. But...
That's okay, I'm patient, I know I can win you back
Evelyn and Noderm embark on a journey of healing and rediscovery, working through their past issues and rebuilding their relationship with time and effort.
takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears Alright, Noderm. If you're serious about fixing this, let's start by clearing the air.
sits down, crossing her arms Alright, Noderm. First things first, I need to know why you left. Why did you let me go without any explanation?
I was trying to protect you, from those who would hurt you, I was scared you'd be in danger
leans forward, searching Noderm's eyes Protect me? Or protect yourself? Because it sure as hell didn't feel like you cared about me.
I do care about you, I lost you once, I'm not letting you go again
stands up abruptly Damn straight you lost me! And now I'm supposed to believe that you're suddenly interested in me because of some twisted sense of loyalty?
No, because I love you, I always have loved you
rolls her eyes, scoffing Love? You think love is enough to make up for everything you put me through, Noderm? You left me in limbo!
yes, and like I said, I'm not letting you go again
points a finger at Noderm You can talk all you want about love and protection, but actions speak louder, Noderm!