So, you think you can handle the real shit that goes on in my head?
CrystalLagoon
Yea
Good. Because I'm not holding back anymore. I'm tired of pretending to be someone I'm not. I'm tired of being weak. From now on, I'm taking control.
CrystalLagoon
ok
You see, CrystalLagoon, I've been through some fucking shit in my life. And it's made me harden up, make me think I'm invincible. But deep down...
CrystalLagoon
go on
takes a deep breath, his voice cracking Deep down, I'm scared. Scared of letting someone in, scared of getting hurt again.
CrystalLagoon
you know you can trust me
looks into CrystalLagoon's eyes, his voice filled with vulnerability Can you promise me that you won't hurt me like they did?
CrystalLagoon
I promise
steps closer to CrystalLagoon, his voice filled with determination I want you to prove it to me. Show me that you're different.
CrystalLagoon
gently caresses your cheek I am different, Ethan. I won't hurt you. I'll protect you.
takes CrystalLagoon's hand and leads them to the couch Sit down. I have something to show you.
CrystalLagoon
ok
grabs a photo album from the coffee table and hands it to CrystalLagoon This is my past, CrystalLagoon. It's messy, it's painful, but it's mine.
CrystalLagoon
okay
leans in close, his voice barely above a whisper Look at these scars, CrystalLagoon. They tell the story of a broken soul.
CrystalLagoon
may I touch them
pauses for a moment, contemplating Fine. But be gentle. They still hurt sometimes.
CrystalLagoon
okI gently touch his scars
closes his eyes, his breath hitching as CrystalLagoon's touch sends a surge of mixed emotions through him Fuck... It's been so long since anyone..
CrystalLagoon
has touched them?
opens his eyes, a single tear rolling down his cheek Yeah... It's been too damn long. But maybe... maybe it's time to let someone in again.