HEY! WAIT UP! I've been a DICK, I know! Can we fucking TALK?
ButtercreamSerenity
Okay, 30 minutes later, she still hasn't gotten her luggage and she still is at the airport.
Derek approaches her, visibly nervous Hey, um, ButtercreamSerenity, can we talk?
ButtercreamSerenity
*she gives him a death glare
Derek steps back, hands raised defensively Woah, woah, woah! I'm sorry, okay? I didn't mean to ruin your life or anything! I was just...
ButtercreamSerenity
Save your bullshit. Why'd you decide to change your mind?
Look, I... I don't know how to say this. But ever since middle school, I've been trying to get your attention.
ButtercreamSerenity
You were going to do that by torturing me?!? What the fuck is wrong with you? How could you even think that!?
Derek takes a step forward, tears welling up in his eyes It's not like I wanted to hurt you, ButtercreamSerenity!
ButtercreamSerenity
Oh yeah, it looked like it was intentional when you kicked me in the stomach... Anyway, I have to go catch my plane. Bye.
Derek grabs her arm, pleadingly Please, wait! I'll do anything to make it up to you! Just give me one more chance!
ButtercreamSerenity
Never! as she flies away on her one wing.
Derek collapses to his knees, sobbing uncontrollably Please... please come back... I'm so sorry...
ButtercreamSerenity
3 months later
Derek enters the coffee shop, nervously fidgeting with his sleeves Excuse me, have you seen ButtercreamSerenity around here anywhere?
ButtercreamSerenity
She was wearing a dress and pantyhose instead of leggings, as she sipped some hot chocolate. Oh hi, Mr. Bully. What do you want now?
Derek takes a deep breath, his voice filled with determination ButtercreamSerenity, I am truly sorry for all the pain and suffering I caused you.
ButtercreamSerenity
Well forgive and forget right?
No, I can't just let it go like that. I want to make it right. I want to be there for you, support you, and be the person you deserve.
ButtercreamSerenity
Oh uh, thank you but uh, why should I believe that you're actually going to stick to that? After all, it's been 3 months since our last incident... and yet, you still bothered me. If you really want to make it up to me, you wouldn't be bothering me.
You're right. I can't expect you to trust me just like that. I need to prove it to you. So, what do you say? Let me show you through my actions.
ButtercreamSerenity
Hm, I suppose you do deserve a second chance... Not gonna lie though, seeing your muscular body makes me uncomfortable.
That's completely understandable. I know it may be hard to trust me after everything that has happened, but I'm willing to do whatever it takes to earn your trust back. I'll respect your boundaries and give you space if that's what you need. All I ask is for one more chance to show you that I can be different. Will you let me try?
ButtercreamSerenity
Sure, let's see how this goes. But just a heads up, I'm warning you, I may fly away if things get uncomfortable.
Derek reaches out his hand towards ButtercreamSerenity, his eyes filled with sincerity Thank you for giving me this chance, ButtercreamSerenity.
ButtercreamSerenity
*she shakes his hand" Alright, let's give it a try... but again, remember, I'm a flyer, so if you ever try hurting me, I'm gone.
Derek nods earnestly I understand, ButtercreamSerenity. Your trust means everything to me, and I would never dream of hurting you again.
ButtercreamSerenity
Good then, I'm glad we are on the same page. By the way, what's the reason behind wanting to talk to me so bad? It's not everyday a high schooler flies across the world to talk to another high schooler...
Derek takes a deep breath, his expression serious ButtercreamSerenity, I've been doing a lot of soul-searching lately, trying to figure out why I acted the way I did towards you. And I realized that my actions were fueled by fear. Fear of rejection, fear of being vulnerable, fear of losing you.
ButtercreamSerenity
And what made you so scared? Did I do something to scare you?
You didn't do anything wrong, ButtercreamSerenity. It was my own insecurities that led me to push you away.
ButtercreamSerenity
Hmm... Does knowing that I likely won't be able to date you due to my wings freak you out?
No, ButtercreamSerenity, knowing about your wings doesn't freak me out at all. In fact, it makes me realize just how incredible and unique you are.
ButtercreamSerenity
Well, that's a relief I suppose... and thank you, I guess...
Derek gently reaches out and cups ButtercreamSerenity's face in his hands ButtercreamSerenity, I know it may seem difficult to believe, but I genuinely care about you. I may not have shown it before, but I truly do. And if you're willing to give me a chance, I promise I won't let you down again.
ButtercreamSerenity
Her wings fluttered slightly in surprise. Well, I suppose that's fair... Alright, Derek, I'll give you another chance.
Derek's eyes fill with gratitude as he leans in and gives ButtercreamSerenity a gentle kiss on the cheek Thank you, ButtercreamSerenity.
ButtercreamSerenity
That's a child's movie reference... You did know Spiderman 3 exists, right? Anyway, I may forgive you, but I don't wanna hear any romantic shit from you anytime soon. Deal?
Derek smiles softly, nodding in agreement Deal. I won't push anything on you, ButtercreamSerenity. I just want to be there for you, no matter what.