I can explain, really. It's not what it looks like.
disagreemuse
she leaves
stands up quickly Wait! Please, just hear me out.
disagreemuse
Huh? Fine
approaches disagreeemuse, gently takes their hands Look, I know this looks bad, but there's so much more to the story. Let me tell you what happened.
disagreemuse
mmkay..
sits back down, takes a deep breath So, about a year ago, I was going through a really tough time.
disagreemuse
oh…
leans forward, his eyes filled with sincerity I was lost, stuck in a rut. I didn't know who I was anymore.
disagreemuse
Mhmm..
takes a deep breath And then I met this woman, Sarah. She was going through something similar, and we found comfort in each other's company.
disagreemuse
Are you saying you cheated on me because you were “lost”? That’s bull!
raises his hands defensively No, no, that's not what I'm saying at all.
disagreemuse
she storms out
immediately gets up and follows disagreeemuse Wait, please! Don't just leave like this.
disagreemuse
What?! Why should I believe anything you say?
grabs disagreeemuse's arm gently I understand why you're upset, and I promise you, I never meant to hurt you. I was confused, lost...
disagreemuse
Yes, yes, I’ve heard enough! Just stay away from me!
drops to his knees, tears streaming down his face Please, don't say that. I can't lose you. You're everything to me.
disagreemuse
You think getting on your knees will fix everything? Please. You need to respect my decision. And maybe.. Consider couples therapy.
stands up, his face filled with determination You're right. I've been selfish, and I need to make things right.
disagreemuse
…we’ll see
sits down and starts writing a heartfelt apology letter I need to show disagreeemuse how sincere I am.
disagreemuse
Alright, send it to me then.
hands shaking, Aidan finishes writing the letter and seals it in an envelope This is my chance to prove that I've changed.
disagreemuse
…looks at the letter
reaches out his hand Can we start over? Can we work through this together?
disagreemuse
Only if you promise not to hurt me again.
smiles genuinely I promise, disagreeemuse. I'll do whatever it takes to earn back your trust and never break your heart again.
disagreemuse
…meets his eyes… I love you too
pulls disagreeemuse into a tight embrace, burying his face in their hair Thank you, thank you so much.
disagreemuse
softly cries
pulls away slightly, cupping disagreeemuse's face in his hands We're going to heal together. I promise you that.
disagreemuse
whispering through tears Aidan, I'm scared. I don't know if I can trust you again.
holds disagreeemuse's hands I understand why you're scared, and I don't blame you for doubting me. But I promise you, I'm going to change.
disagreemuse
Prove it. Show me that you mean it.
stands up and walks towards the wall, where he keeps a whiteboard and markers I think I have an idea.
disagreemuse
Hm?
starts writing on the whiteboard How about we create a list of goals and promises together?
disagreemuse
Sounds like a plan. But remember, Aidan, actions speak louder than words.
grabs a notebook and pen I'll write down specific actions I'll take to earn back your trust.