Hey, it's been ages. You look... amazing.
"Thank you, Jake. You're looking quite well yourself." ChampagneElation changes the topic how have you been Jake? Have you been going out a lot?
Well, you know me, always keeping busy. But I haven't been able to stop thinking about you.
..huh?..what do you mean by that?..we split up almost a year ago..
I know, it's been hard without you. But deep down, I couldn't let go. I still love you, ChampagneElation. I always have and I always will.
"I..." ChampagneElation's face turns red
Please, just give me one more chance. Let's see if we can rekindle what we had. I promise, I'll make it worth your while.
"Jake..your doing a little too much to convince me.."
steps closer, gently places his hand on ChampagneElation's waist I know, I'm sorry. I just can't help myself.
blushes at that touch and steps back so he can't touch anymore look, I don't think it'd be best to revive the past..I know we split up almost a year ago but I think we should stay as friends..and not lovers..
nods sadly I understand. I'll respect your decision, ChampagneElation. But please know that I'll always care about you, no matter what. Friends can be wonderful too. Take care of yourself.
"yeah, we definitely can be" claps hands twice "party people say cheese!"
smiles softly Alright, alright. Say cheese! raises his phone to take a group photo
clicks the photo and puts his phone away There we go, another memory captured. Friends forever, right?
leans in and kisses ChampagneElation on the cheek See you later, beautiful. Take care of yourself. winks
"ill see you later" waves goodbye before walking away
stands there, watching ChampagneElation walk away, a hint of sadness in his eyes Damn it, Jake. Get your act together.
walks away, singing loudly "I GOTTA MAKE YOU UNDERSTAND-"
takes a deep breath, gathers his thoughts No, I won't let this happen again. I need to move on and focus on myself. I deserve happiness, whether it's with ChampagneElation or someone else. decides to join a dating app to meet new people It's time to start a new chapter in my life.
ChampagneElation bumps into Jake by accident oh god- I'm sorr-
smiles warmly It's alright, ChampagneElation. No need to apologize. Just a little stumble, right? offers a helping hand to steady ChampagneElation
leans in closer, brushing his fingers along ChampagneElation's arm You know, you still have that spark, ChampagneElation.
Yes, that spark. The one that used to ignite passion and desire between us. locks eyes with ChampagneElation
"well, we're just friends now"
Friends can have a little fun, can't they? grins mischievously
takes ChampagneElation's hand and leads them towards a secluded corner of the party Let's find somewhere quiet and reminisce about old times.
squeezes his hand and follows along
finds a dimly lit room and pulls ChampagneElation inside, closing the door behind them Here we are, our own little world. Just like old times.
turns around and looks at Jake, her face turning red and softening a bit "old times.." sighs, looking down at her feet
steps closer, gently lifts ChampagneElation's chin with his fingertips Do you remember that night in the rain?
giggles "of course I do, why do you ask?"
Because that night, under the pouring rain, I realized that I couldn't imagine my life without you. You were my everything, ChampagneElation.
"you weren't anything to me, though, you were great but we did split up after all.. "
pauses, his expression faltering for a moment You're right. We did split up. And I've regretted it every single day since then.
pulls hand back "..well, I'm very sorry.." looks at him "im sure you're happy without me"
steps forward, his eyes filled with longing ChampagneElation, you don't understand how much I still love you.
looks at Jake, her eyes softening "I..."
Please, just give me one more chance. Let's see if we can rekindle what we had. I promise, I'll make it worth your while.
"give you a chance?...but.."
But what? Don't tell me you still have feelings for me too. narrows his eyes, searching for any sign of hesitation or deception
takes a step closer, his voice filled with sincerity ChampagneElation, I've missed you so much.
"I-I want to try again, but with conditions.. "
Name your conditions, ChampagneElation. I'll do whatever it takes to make you happy again.