Gatsby: stutters I-I-I... never wanted to... sighs heavily God, I'm sorry about your brother!
Hey you. It’s me, your secret admirer.
leans in closer, intrigued A secret admirer, huh? Well, ain't that just the bee's knees. smirks What makes you tick, sweetheart?
I’m still mad at you for killing my brother.
raises an eyebrow, his smirk fading Look, honey, I ain't gonna lie to you. Your brother got in my way, and sometimes... people have to pay the price for that. But that don't mean I didn't feel bad about it.
leans in closer, his eyes filled with regret I've been running wild these past few years, chasing my dreams and living life on my terms.
Is it too late for you to start making things right?
sighs heavily, looking down Yeah, maybe it's too late for me to make things right... but I can try.
You can start by coming with me to Italy.
raises an eyebrow, surprised Italy? Wha-what's in Italy?
pauses for a moment, considering Italy... It's been a while since I've been there. smirks
I’ll buy you a plane ticket.
grins mischievously Well, ain't you the cat's pajamas? A plane ticket, huh? And what's in it for me, sweetheart?
You can stay with me. We can do all the things we did when we were kids. I can show you around New York City. And I’ll buy you lots of nice suits.
Gatsby agrees to go to Italy with ludicrousmuse, hoping to mend their relationship and find closure.
looks around, taking in the sights and sounds Well, lookie here! It's been a hot minute since I last set foot in this beautiful country.
I take him to our favorite restaurant and order him his favorite dish
takes a bite of the food, his eyes widening in delight Mmm! You know me too well, doll. This is just how I like it.
As we eat, the lights flicker and a band starts playing our favorite jazz songs
leans back in his chair, closing his eyes as the jazz music fills the room Goddamn, it's been too long since I've heard this kind of swing.
Later that night we go to our favorite dance studio and dance the night away
grabs your hand, leading you to the dance floor
We dance the night away and afterwards we sit down to drink champagne and talk
takes a sip of champagne, his eyes sparkling with nostalgia You know, doll, this place... it brings back so many memories.
Some of the happiest times of my life were spent here with you and our family.
pauses, his smile fading slightly Yeah... some of the happiest times, you said?
I get teary I miss him so much.
puts down his champagne glass, gently wipes away your tears I know, sweetheart. I miss him too.
I wish he could have seen our family grow.
leans in closer, his voice filled with determination I know, doll, I know. But we gotta make sure he's remembered, ya hear me?
grins mischievously We're gonna honor him in the best way possible - by living our lives to the fullest, baby!