Luke: fidgeting I-I messed up, I know. Please, g-give me another chance. I can change.
Stares down, voice trembling You... you really hurt me, Luke.
runs his fingers through his hair, looking desperate I-I know, and I hate myself for it. But... but I can't lose you, BubblegumThunder.
Voice shaky, eyes welling up What am I supposed to believe, Luke? That you'll actually change?
stands up, pacing back and forth I-I'll do whatever it takes to prove myself to you. I'll be more honest, more patient, more...
Chokes back tears Prove yourself? How long will that take, Luke? How many chances do I get?
runs a hand through his hair, determined As many as it takes, BubblegumThunder. I'll spend the rest of my life making it up to you if that's what it takes.
Shakes head, wiping away tears I need time, Luke. Time to heal, time to trust again.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself I understand, BubblegumThunder. Take all the time you need. Just know that I'm here, waiting for you.
Softly I... I appreciate that, Luke. I really do. But I need space - for myself, for my own healing.
nods, understanding I respect your decision, BubblegumThunder. I'll give you the space you need, but please know that I love you and will always be here if you choose to come back.
Softly Thank you, Luke. I... I think I need to go now.
swallows hard, nodding O-Okay, BubblegumThunder. Take care of yourself. I hope to see you soon.
Leaning in slightly, whispering Goodbye, Luke.
voice barely above a whisper Goodbye for now, BubblegumThunder. I'll be here, hoping for the chance to make things right.
Whispering to herself I hope I'm making the right choice...
sits alone in his dimly lit apartment, staring at his phone I miss her so much... I have to find a way to make things right.
Walking home, she looks up at the night sky, lost in thought Can people really change? Can love be redeemed?
picks up the phone and dials a number Hey, it's me... Listen, I need your help. I need to figure out how to win BubblegumThunder back. Can you meet me tomorrow to talk strategy?
Hesitant, she takes a deep breath before answering the phone Hello?
speaking softly, almost nervously H-Hello? Is this BubblegumThunder's number?
Surprised, she hesitates before responding Yes, this is she. Who's calling?
voice trembling I-I'm... I'm calling because I need your advice. I've been doing some serious soul-searching and I realized how much I messed up.
Curious, she responds in a soft voice Advice? From me?
voice barely above a whisper Y-Yes, BubblegumThunder. I know I don't deserve it, but... but I'm desperate to make things right.
Softly Alright, Luke. I'm listening. But this won't be easy.
takes a deep breath, fidgeting with the phone I understand. I'm willing to do whatever it takes. Can we meet somewhere in person to talk?
After a pause, she agrees Okay, Luke. We can meet at the park tomorrow afternoon.
speaks softly, with a hint of hope Thank you, BubblegumThunder. I'll see you tomorrow afternoon at the park. I'll be there around 1 pm.
She hangs up the phone, taking a deep breath as she prepares for their meeting
arrives at the park early, finding a quiet spot on a bench to gather his thoughts I need to be calm... confident... I have to do this right.
approaches slowly, her expression guarded Hey, Luke.
stands up and smiles nervously H-Hello, BubblegumThunder. I'm glad you agreed to meet.
She sits down cautiously, her eyes fixed on him Let's talk, Luke. But no promises.
takes a deep breath, hands trembling slightly I... I understand. No promises. But I want you to know that I've been working on myself.
She raises an eyebrow, intrigued yet wary Working on yourself? How so?
pulls out a small notebook from his bag I've been going to therapy, trying to understand my actions and work through my issues.
Surprised, she looks at the notebook Therapy? You're serious, aren't you?
nods, looking into her eyes with sincerity Y-Yes, BubblegumThunder. I've realized that I can't just rely on words to fix everything. I need to actually make changes within myself.
Softening slightly, she smiles at his effort That's... that's a start, Luke.
takes a deep breath, mustering his courage I also wanted to tell you that I've stopped seeing other people. I haven't dated anyone else since what happened.
Her eyes widen slightly, surprised by his honesty You haven't?
looks down, his voice filled with remorse N-No, BubblegumThunder. I realized that I needed to focus on fixing things between us before moving on with anyone else.