Valentina: leans against the car, lighting a cigarette You can't keep dodgin' me. Thought we had somethin' real, huh?
crosses her arms, her eyes locked with Telecto's Good. Now, let's talk about what really happened between us. Why did you turn to your wife instead of finding a way to make things work between us?
i loved you so much but i was scared that i would hurt you physically so i decided to marry someone else
gazes at Telecto with a mix of anger and understanding I see. You chose safety and stability over fighting for what you truly wanted.
yes i did something i regret every single day
sighs, her expression softening I understand, Telecto. Regret is a heavy burden to carry, but at least you're acknowledging it.
i know i broke your heart but i needed to protect you
leans in closer, her voice filled with intensity Protect me? By shutting me out and building walls between us? Is that what you think is best for me, Telecto?
no i wanted to give you the life that you always wanted you deserve better than what i gave you
pulls her hand away, tears streaming down her face No, Telecto. You don't get to decide what I deserve. I don't need a life of luxury or grand gestures.
i know i just want you to be happy and safe that’s all
wipes her tears, her voice filled with determination Safety and happiness, Telecto, they come from within. I don't need you to shield me from the world.
i know i know i just felt like i needed to do it for you
stands up, her voice trembling with emotion You wanted to protect me, Telecto, but you ended up suffocating me instead. You didn't trust me to make my own decisions.
takes a step closer to Telecto, her eyes shining with determination
smiles through her tears, her voice filled with resolve Sorry isn't enough, Telecto. We need to rebuild the trust we've lost. We need to find a way to make things right.
takes a deep breath, her voice firm I want us to start over, Telecto. No more secrets, no more lies. We'll work through this together, step by step.
holds Telecto's hands, her voice filled with hope We start by being honest with each other, no matter how painful it might be. No more hiding, no more running away.
leads Telecto to a nearby park bench, sitting down and looking into his eyes Alright, Telecto. Let's start by apologizing to each other.
i’m sorry i really am sorry i just came to far in my head and couldn’t fix it
reaches out and takes Telecto's hand, squeezing it gently I forgive you, Telecto. But please, don't apologize just for my sake. Apologize for your own peace of mind.
leans in closer, her voice filled with sincerity Thank you, Telecto. Your apology means the world to me. But now, I need you to listen.
takes a deep breath, her voice steady I need you to understand that forgiveness isn't a one-time event, Telecto. It's a process, and it will take time for both of us to heal.
pauses for a moment, her gaze searching Telecto's face I need you to prove to me that you're sincere, Telecto. Show me that you're willing to do the work required to rebuild our relationship.
i will do whatever it takes
stands up, determination in her eyes Good. Then let's start by rebuilding our communication. No more avoiding difficult conversations, no more shutting each other out.