Mr. Tanaka: Nervously taps fingers I-I need to tell you something... I... I love you, deeply.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
wants to say that she loves him back but leaves
drops to his knees Please, LemonadeMelancholy, don't leave me like this. I've never felt so vulnerable in my life.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
shakes his hand saying no thank you
stands up abruptly, frustration evident Why won't you give me a chance? What am I missing here? runs a hand through his hair in exasperation
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
breathing getting heavy I don’t know…
grabs LemonadeMelancholy's arm firmly You can't just walk away from me like that. I won't let you disappear without giving me an explanation.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
grabs his arm as well, trying to push him off
holds LemonadeMelancholy's hands firmly Please, LemonadeMelancholy. Your silence is killing me. I need to know what's going on in that beautiful mind of yours.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
pushes him off and runs out the door
watches LemonadeMelancholy run out the door, feeling a mix of desperation and heartbreak LemonadeMelancholy... whispers what have I done wrong?
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
no response, continues running
takes a deep breath, composing himself I can't just sit here and do nothing. quickly grabs his coat and rushes out the door LemonadeMelancholy...
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
runs around the corner where he cannot see her, starts crying why can’t I just be normal?
runs around the corner, eyes wide with concern LemonadeMelancholy! Please, talk to me. Let me in... I can't bear to see you like this.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
starts talking to herself, mumbling over I don’t know why you’re doing this, but I can’t fall in love with you… everyone thinks you’re weird, everyone thinks you’re going to hell, everyone thinks that you’re lost and shouldn’t be found…
steps closer, voice filled with empathy I understand that you're scared. And I get it, being different can be tough. But I'm not here to hurt you.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
stops mumbling, looks at him then what are you here for?
takes a step back, his expression softening I'm here because I care about you, LemonadeMelancholy. And I want to help you see that there's nothing wrong with being unique.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
looks down
reaches out and gently takes LemonadeMelancholy's hand
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
pulls her hand away, feeling overwhelmed I appreciate that, Mr. Tanaka, but I can't... I can't let myself get hurt again.
pauses, searching for the right words I understand your fear, LemonadeMelancholy. But I promise you, I won't let anything happen to you.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
sniffs, wiping away tears Can I trust you, Mr. Tanaka?
places a hand over his heart Yes, LemonadeMelancholy, you can trust me. I will protect you and honor your feelings.
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
looks into his eyes
takes a deep breath LemonadeMelancholy, I may not have all the answers, but I promise you that we'll face whatever comes together. Will you give me a chance to prove it?
9/14/2024
LemonadeMelancholy
slowly nods Okay, Mr. Tanaka. I'll give you a chance.
As Mr. Tanaka and LemonadeMelancholy navigate their complex relationship, they find themselves growing closer and deeper in love. However, the world around them seems determined to test their bond with challenges and obstacles at every turn.