John: eyes darting Shit, not you. Why here?
frantically glancing around Yeah, fucking lost in a sea of faceless people. Can't you tell I'm trying to avoid this?
so i was wondering why you wanted to not be on the same flight as me but now im positive you just ran away because of how much you hate me
Look, it's not about you, alright? I have my reasons for wanting to avoid you. Just let me pass and forget we ever crossed paths again.
grabs EtherealMarsh's arm Wait, wait. Look, I... I didn't mean to be such an asshole. It's just... complicated. Can we talk somewhere private?
nope i have a flight to catch
runs his hand through his hair, exasperated Fuck, fine. Can you at least listen to my side of the story?
voice trembling with urgency Please, just hear me out! It wasn't supposed to end like this, okay?
takes a deep breath I didn't want things to turn out this way, but... but I fucked up, alright? I messed up big time, and I'm sorry.
well you already said that
looks down, clenching his fists I know I hurt you, and I can't change the past, but please understand that there were reasons behind my actions.
takes a step closer, voice filled with sincerity I never stopped caring about you, you know? Even after everything that happened.
reaches into his bag and pulls out a small, delicate box I got you something. I bought it before all hell broke loose, and I always meant to give it to you.
opens the box, revealing a beautiful gold necklace with a heart-shaped pendant engraved with "Forever Ethan" I wanted to give you this, as a symbol of my love and commitment.
EtherealMarsh hesitates, feeling conflicted emotions as they accept the necklace from John
takes a step back, his face turning red I know I don't deserve it, but... can we at least try to mend things? Can we start over?
i dont know.. its been a while and i loved you very much
drops to their knees, voice cracking with emotion Please, EtherealMarsh. I can't live without you. I made mistakes, I know, but I swear I'll do better.
grabs EtherealMarsh's hands, tears streaming down their face I'll do whatever it takes to make it right.
i loved you so much and i still do…
stands up, wiping away their tears I promise, EtherealMarsh, I won't waste another moment. Let's build a future together, starting fresh.