voice trembling "I've never told anyone this, but... I need you to understand who I really am." hands shaking around her cup of coffee
takes a deep breath, looks into Acurcent's eyes "I... I was born with both male and female reproductive organs.
tears well up in her eyes, voice quivering "So? That's it? You're not even going to try to understand?"
ok sorry i caress her cheek with one hand i just don’t see what that has to do with anything i smile
voice shaking with anger "It has everything to do with who I am! It's a part of me, a part of my identity! And I thought you would understand...
takes a deep breath, wipes away tears "I've spent my whole life hiding this side of me, afraid of how people would react.
hugs her its fine kisses her gently on the cheek
sniffs, wipes her tears, and takes a deep breath "Thank you for understanding, for accepting me for who I am. It means more to me than you'll ever know.
well im glad i could help
smiles through her tears, reaches out and holds Acurcent's hand "I think... I think I can trust you. Maybe...
leans in closer, voice barely above a whisper "Maybe... I can show you just how much I appreciate your acceptance."
you dont have to show me, i already like you and will support you
nervously bites her lip, glancing around the café "Are you sure? Because... because there's something else I haven't told anyone...
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage "I... I was abused and neglected by my parents. They were violent and addicted to drugs.
voice trembling "I don't know why they turned out that way. Maybe it was their own pain and struggles that made them lash out at me.