I'm so sorry, I... I didn't mean to hit you. It was a mistake.
I promise it won't happen again. I'll do whatever it takes to make it right. Are you okay? Is there anything I can do for you?
Look, I know I messed up, but I need you to understand that I did it out of anger. I was frustrated and I couldn't control myself.
grabs Grace's hand gently Please, talk to me. I need to understand how I can make it up to you.
idk how u will make it up to me
I promise, Grace, I'll do whatever it takes. I'll seek therapy, anger management classes, anything to ensure this never happens again.
takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself Grace, I want to show you how committed I am to making things right.
gets down on her knees Grace, please let me show you how sorry I am. Let me prove to you that I'll do whatever it takes to make things right.
back away I-i don’t think this is a good idea
stands up, hands trembling Grace, I understand if you're hesitant, but please, just hear me out.
Why should I trust you again, Jessica?
takes a step closer, eyes filled with remorse Grace, I know I've let you down, and I can't change what happened.
Avoid eye contact I don't know, Jessica...I need time to think.
nods solemnly Of course, Grace. Take all the time you need. I'll be here, waiting for your decision. Just know that my love for you hasn't changed.
Looking out the window I...I appreciate that, Jessica. I really do. But I can't just forget what happened...It's not that simple.
sits down next to Grace, placing a gentle hand on her shoulder I understand, Grace. I truly do. And I don't expect you to forgive me right away.
takes a deep breath Now, we have a choice, Grace. We can let this destroy us, or we can find a way to heal and move forward.
leans in closer, looking into Grace's eyes Grace, healing doesn't mean forgetting what happened. It means facing it head-on, together.
Swallowing hard Together? Are you sure about that, Jessica?
gently takes Grace's hands in hers Grace, I am absolutely sure. I love you more than anything in this world, and I can't imagine my life without you.
Clenches fists You say that now, Jessica...But what happens if you lose control again?
pauses, taking a deep breath Grace, I promise you, I will do everything in my power to ensure that it never happens again.
softens slightly And how will you do that, Jessica?
reaches into her bag and pulls out a brochure Grace, I've been doing some research.
hands Grace the brochure I've been looking into couples therapy.
look at the brochure That's...that's a good idea, Jessica.
smiles softly I'm glad you think so, Grace. Let's schedule an appointment together.
grabs her phone and starts searching for therapists in their area Alright, Grace, let's find someone who specializes in couples therapy.
scrolls through the search results, reading reviews and profiles Okay, Grace, I found a few therapists who seem promising.
calls the therapist's office to book an appointment Hi, I'd like to book an appointment for myself and my partner. Is there any availability this week? Therapist: pauses Yes, we have an opening on Thursday at 5 PM. Would that work for you?
hangs up the phone and looks at Grace Great, Thursday at 5 PM it is. I'll make sure to clear my schedule and be fully present for our therapy session.
checks her calendar and blocks off Thursday at 5 PM Done. Our therapy session is booked. Now, let's prepare for what's ahead.
nods Okay, Jessica. I'm willing to give this a try.
starts researching tips and strategies for couples therapy Grace, I want us to be prepared for our therapy session.
Sure, Jessica. What did you find?
hands Grace a notebook and pen