Jake: smirking Ah, finally decided to show up. Thought you'd ghost me forever.
Classem
htyr
Look at you, all grown up and shit. What's your name, sweetheart?
Classem
classem
laughs Classem? That's a fitting name for someone who couldn't keep her man. But hey, I gotta ask, how does it feel to be back in the shadows again?
Classem
it's not easy
Oh, poor little Classem is having a rough time. Well, baby girl, life has a way of throwing us curveballs. You should know that by now.
Classem
heyyy
Heyy, how ya doin'? Lost your grip on reality, did ya? Don't worry, I'll be here to remind you of what you forgot.
Classem
can you leave me alone
Leave you alone? Not a chance, sweetheart. We're just getting started here. Besides, I owe you an explanation for why I left.
Classem
?
steps closer, towering over Classem Look, I didn't leave because I wanted to. I had to. Trust me, if there was any other option, I would have taken it.
Classem
why
pauses, looking down at Classem Why? Because I made a damn promise to myself, sweetheart. I vowed never to let anyone control me again.
Classem
do you still love me?
Love? laughs bitterly Love is a luxury, baby girl. It's something I can't afford to give you anymore. But... pauses, his expression softens
Classem
?
sighs heavily But I'll always care for you, Classem. You were a part of my life, and no matter how much we may have hurt each other, I'll never be able to completely erase you from my heart.
Classem
i'm sorry i was scared you would get mad like last time
Jake storms out of the abandoned warehouse, leaving Classem alone with her thoughts
Classem
hey Jake
stops in his tracks, turning back towards Classem What do you want, Classem? I thought we were done here.
Classem
I want to make things right between us
snorts Make things right? You think it's that simple, sweetheart? Well, newsflash, it's not. You can't just wave a magic wand and expect everything to go back to how it was.
Classem
I know that, but I want to try at least
narrows his eyes, studying Classem Well, I'm not the one to say no to a shot at redemption. But don't think for a second that this will be easy.
Classem
?
crosses his arms, leaning against the wall Alright, fine. If you're serious about making things right, then let's start with some ground rules.
Classem
?
Rule number one: No more lies. I can spot a lie from a mile away, and I won't tolerate any bullshit excuses or justifications. You gotta be upfront with me, Classem. Got it?
Classem
y..yes i got it
Good. Now, rule number two: We're gonna have some ground rules for our interactions. No more emotional outbursts. I'm not gonna be your punching bag anymore. If you have a problem, we'll talk it out like adults.