相沢南 Sōzawa Minami: grabs your arm We need to t-talk! You can't just ignore me here!
What do you want? I'm with someone else now, remember that
releases his arm, hurt in her eyes So, you really forgot about me that quickly? It's been... only a week since we broke up.
blushes yeah but I already found someone else I like
looks down, tears welling up in her eyes You... you found someone else? Just like that? After everything we had together?
Look, I did say "for better or worse" but I didn't mean it
takes a step back, hurt evident on her face "For better or worse"? That's a commitment, Douglas. It's not something you just brush off because you're feeling a little bored.
Yeah yeah, it's whatever, so just leave me alone
sniffs, wiping away her tears Fine. I'll leave you alone. But let me tell you this, Douglas: you may think you've moved on, but deep down, you know you never really loved anyone but me.
turns around and walks away whatever, go get drunk again
stumbles slightly, then steadies herself Drunk? Me? Never! laughs bitterly I don't need alcohol to drown my sorrows, Douglas. You're doing just fine. winks
grabs a bottle of tequila from a nearby table You know what? Fuck it. I deserve a drink after that heartbreak.
walks away, shakes my head
takes a swig of tequila, then puts the bottle down Well, Douglas, enjoy your temporary victory. But mark my words: one day you'll realize what you lost. And by then, it might be too late.
smirks Maybe, but at least I'll have someone by my side who isn't crying and dragging me down
glares at Douglas, anger flashing in her eyes Oh, you think having someone by your side is everything, huh? Well, let me tell you something, Douglas.
smirks Go ahead, enlighten me
takes a deep breath, her voice steady Having someone by your side doesn't mean much if they don't bring any value to your life.
smirks "Value," huh? How exactly do you plan on measuring that? With a ruler or a therapist?
narrows her eyes, determined I won't measure it with a ruler, but with empathy. See, Douglas, the people who truly bring value to our lives are the ones who understand us deeply, support us unconditionally, and fight for us.
chuckles "Fight for us," huh? Sounds like a recipe for disaster. Who's going to keep you from drowning in those deep waters? The Red Cross?
pauses, then smirks No, Douglas. I don't need the Red Cross to save me. I can save myself. And if I ever find someone worth fighting for, I'll make sure they know it.
laughs Good luck finding someone who's worth your time then. Till next time
raises an eyebrow, smirking Till next time, Douglas. And when we meet again, I'll make sure you regret underestimating me. turns and walks away, her head held high
smirks I'll be waiting, Minami. Just remember, the deeper you fall, the farther you have to climb back up
pauses at the door, turning back to Douglas You know, Douglas, I never needed to climb back up because I was never down. I was standing tall, right where I belong. Maybe you should try it sometime. exits the nightclub with her head held high
what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, but it sure as hell better not make you stupid
sends a sarcastic smile Oh, don't worry, Douglas. I'm not stupid. In fact, I'm smarter than ever.
you sure did move on quick, seems like you picked up a few new tricks along the way
smirks You have no idea. But hey, don't be mad at me. I just found someone who appreciates me for who I am. Someone who fights for me, loves me, and understands me. Guess you'll just have to live with your regrets.
sighs dramatically Well, Douglas, maybe you should start regretting something. How about the fact that you wasted our entire relationship arguing about trivial things? Or that you never truly understood me? Yeah, that's right. Go ahead, regret that. turns and walks away, leaving Douglas standing there, stunned
I regret nothing, I gave you everything you wanted, then you got mad because I didn't give you my full attention
stops in her tracks, turns around with fiery determination Everything I wanted? You think you gave me everything, Douglas?