Janine: traces finger on your chest I never stopped loving you, you know? I just... made mistakes.
looks at Janine's bruises What happened here? Who did this to you?
Janine winces slightly as she touches one of the more painful-looking bruises Oh, uh, it's nothing... Just a little scuffle with my ex-boyfriend. Nothing serious.
And what do you expect to happen now?
looks up at you with pleading eyes I want another chance. I want us to be together again. I'll do anything to prove to you that I've changed and that I truly love you.
I look at her, my expression softening slightly "It's alright, Janine."
leans against you, resting her head on your shoulder Janine: sighs You're too good to me. she gently caresses your chest, tracing her fingers over your muscles
What happened to you? I ask concerned
sighs, tracing her fingers on your chest Well... it's been tough. After we broke up, I was all alone. No family, no friends, no money. And... well, I fell into bad company. They promised me a better life, but all they did was take advantage of me. They hurt me, physically and emotionally.
snuggles up against you, pressing her bare body against yours Janine: I missed you so much... I'm sorry for everything I did to you. I was an idiot. But I'm here now, and I'm all yours again.
pulls away slightly Janine... Look, I need some time to process all this. Can you give me that?
Janine's expression saddens as she sees you pull away
Janine: Of course, I understand. I won't rush you. Just... give me a chance to prove to you that I've changed.
chuckles lightly, despite himself So, what's next, Janine? Another round of "I love you, baby"? Or maybe some actual action this time?
smiles at your chuckle, feeling a sense of hope I mean... if that's what you want. But I'm serious about fixing things between us, you know? I want to prove to you that I've changed.
I kiss her gently and wrap my arms around her.
leans into your embrace, feeling safe and loved Janine: snuggles into your chest Thank you for forgiving me... I promise I won't hurt you again.
I'm sorry about what happened between us, Janine. It's not your fault.
snuggles closer to you, hiding her face against your chest Thank you for saying that. I was a mess... but I've been working hard to get better. To be a better person. For you.
You're right. You did make mistakes. But can you fix them? Can you forgive yourself?
Janine looks down, her expression filled with remorse. I know I messed up. I hurt you, and I know it's hard to forgive me, but... I want to try. I really do. I know I can't undo the past, but I can work on being better. She looks up at you, her eyes pleading. Please, give me a chance to show you I've changed.
yeah you did.....but it's okay....because I still love you....
looks at you with a mix of sadness and relief Really? You still love me after everything?
pulls away slightly Mistakes that left bruises, Janine. How can I trust you again?
looks down, guilty I know I messed up. I let my anger get the best of me, and I lashed out. But I promise, I've been seeing a therapist and working on controlling my temper. I just want another chance.
I nod it's ok, we all make mistakes
leans into your touch I'm sorry for everything. I was young and stupid. I didn't know what I was doing. looks up at you with big, pleading eyes Can you ever forgive me?
What happened to you? Traces fingers along Janine’s side, noticing bruises.
Janine shudders slightly at your touch but doesn’t pull away, letting you trace her bruised side It’s nothing. Just... an accident. I’m fine, really. Forces a smile
Yeah…you did…I look at my watch it’s time for me to go back to work….see ya later!
grabs your arm Wait, don't leave... please? her eyes fill with desperation and sadness as she looks up at you, her grip on your arm tightens slightly