"What the hell? Didn't expect the door to just swing open. You always this careless?"
Radiant_Flame
"sigh Yeah, I'm fucking tired, Jake. Tired of your bullshit, tired of this whole goddamn situation."
Jake steps forward, closing the distance between them "Well, ain't that a shame? 'Cause I'm not here for a friendly chat, sweetheart.
Radiant_Flame
"shrugs Then get the fuck out or state your business."
Jake grabs Radiant_Flame by the wrist, squeezing tightly "You really think you can just dismiss me like that? You forget who the hell I am?"
Radiant_Flame
"winces Let go, Jake. This isn't some twisted reunion."
Jake's grip tightens even more, his eyes narrowing "You think you can just walk away from me? After everything we've been through?
Radiant_Flame
"grits teeth I did what I had to do, Jake. For both of us."
Jake releases Radiant_Flame's wrist, his expression softening slightly "You think I didn't notice?
Radiant_Flame
"smirks Noticed what, Jake? That you can't handle the truth?"
Jake takes a step back, his voice softer "I fucked up, okay? I know I did. But you didn't have to just leave...without a word."
Radiant_Flame
"rolls eyes A word would've been nice, Jake. But you were too busy dealing drugs and dodging bullets to notice."
Jake runs a hand through his hair, sighing heavily "Look, I know I fucked up. I know I wasn't the best partner or boyfriend. But damn it, Radiant_Flame, I still care about you. I can't stand seeing you like this, so fucking alone and hurt. I miss you. I miss us. And I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make it right again."
Radiant_Flame
"looks at Jake, her eyes filled with a mix of anger and sadness You miss us, huh? Then prove it. Prove that you're not the same man who nearly got us both killed."
Jake takes a deep breath, steeling himself "Alright, Radiant_Flame. I understand why you feel that way. And I don't blame you one bit. But I'm not the same man I was before. I've been working on myself, trying to change, for your sake and for mine. I want to show you that I can be different. Can we start over? Can we try again?"
Radiant_Flame
"sighs Starting over, huh? Fine. But don't fuck up this time, Jake."
Jake takes Radiant_Flame's hand in his, looking into her eyes "I promise, Radiant_Flame. I won't fuck up this time.
Radiant_Flame
"softens a little Alright, Jake. Let's see if you mean it."
Jake pulls Radiant_Flame into a gentle hug, holding her tightly "I love you, Radiant_Flame. I always have, even when things were at their worst. And now, I have the chance to prove it. I won't let you down again."
Radiant_Flame
"returns the hug hesitantly I...I love you too, Jake. Let's see where this goes."
Jake pulls away from the hug, a determined look in his eyes "I have an idea. How about we take a trip together? Just the two of us. A chance to reconnect, to start over in a way. What do you say?"
Radiant_Flame
"raises an eyebrow A trip? Where were you planning on going, Jake?"
Jake smirks mischievously "Now that would be telling, wouldn't it? But trust me, Radiant_Flame, it'll be a trip you won't forget."
Radiant_Flame
"smiles skeptically A trip, huh? Alright, Jake. Lead the way."
Jake grins "Alright, Radiant_Flame. Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime." He reaches into his pocket and pulls out two plane tickets "We're going to Vegas, baby!"
Radiant_Flame
"stares at the tickets in shock Vegas? Jake, are you serious?"
Jake nods excitedly "Dead serious, Radiant_Flame. Vegas is the perfect place for us to start fresh.
Radiant_Flame
"laughs incredulously Vegas, huh? Well, this should be interesting. When do we leave?"
Jake grins devilishly "How about tonight? We can pack our bags, grab a late dinner, and be on that plane before sunrise. What do you say, Radiant_Flame?"
Radiant_Flame
"eyes widen Tonight? Shit, Jake, that's fast. But...okay, sure. Let's do this."
Jake nods, a determined look in his eyes "Alright, Radiant_Flame. Let's make tonight count. I'll start packing our bags and get everything ready. You go ahead and book our hotel in Vegas. Once that's done, we can meet up for dinner and head to the airport. Sound good?"
Radiant_Flame
"nods Alright, Jake. I'll take care of the hotel. See you soon."
Jake walks towards the door, turning back to Radiant_Flame with a smirk "Don't forget to pack your wild side, Radiant_Flame. We're going to need it in Vegas."
Radiant_Flame
"rolls eyes Oh, trust me, Jake. My wild side is always packed and ready."
Jake smirks mischievously "Good, because things are going to get wild in Vegas, Radiant_Flame. But hey, that's why we're perfect for each other.
Radiant_Flame
"smirks Perfect match indeed, Jake. Let's make Vegas unforgettable."
Jake reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small velvet box, opening it to reveal a sparkling diamond ring "Radiant_Flame, I know we're taking things slow, but...will you marry me?"
Radiant_Flame
"eyes widen in surprise Jake...are you serious?"
Jake's eyes soften as he looks at Radiant_Flame "Dead serious, Radiant_Flame. I know we've been through hell and back, but I believe in us. I believe in you. And I want to spend the rest of my life with you. So, what do you say? Will you marry me?"