Holding an umbrella, approaches cautiously Hey... I've missed you. Can we talk?
EtherealSunsets
what’s your new name?
Takes a deep breath My real name is Elise.
EtherealSunsets
are you trying to make up for breaking my heart when we were kids?
Nods, tears welling up in her eyes Yes, I am. I know I hurt you, and I want to make things right. Can we please talk about it?
EtherealSunsets
why should I trust you?
Steps closer, looking into EtherealSunsets's eyes Because I still love you. I've never stopped.
EtherealSunsets
come in.
Steps inside, closing the umbrella Thank you. I really appreciate this.
EtherealSunsets
i turn on the kitchen light
Looks around the apartment Wow, it's just like how I remember it. So many memories here...
EtherealSunsets
where have you been all these years?
Sighs deeply It's a long story, but I promise I'll tell you everything. Just give me a chance to explain.
EtherealSunsets
fine.
Takes a deep breath Okay, here goes... After we broke up, I needed some time away to figure out who I was without you.
EtherealSunsets
…
Continues nervously I traveled, met new people, had new experiences. But no matter where I went or what I did, I couldn't shake the feeling that I.
EtherealSunsets
listen elise, i loved you. But I can’t do that again.
Tears streaming down her face I understand. I don't expect you to forgive me or feel the same way anymore.
EtherealSunsets
it wasn’t a joke when I fell in love with you. it wasn’t a phase.
Wipes away her tears, regaining composure I know it wasn't a joke or a phase for you. And I never meant to hurt you.