James: extends hand, revealing an old, worn letter I-I... found this in your g-grandma’s attic. We need to talk.
Stranger
Why are you telling me all this now?
takes a deep breath, wiping away his tears I'm telling you this because I want you to understand, Colonic.
Stranger
Understand what?
looks deeply into Colonic's eyes, his voice filled with urgency I want you to understand that everything I did, every decision I made, was out of love.
Stranger
I’m sorry
Colonic runs out of the house, overwhelmed by the revelation and struggling to process his emotions
Stranger
Colonic runs outside
rushes after Colonic, calling out desperately Colonic! Please, listen to me! I understand if you're angry, if you need time to process everything.
Stranger
He is already in the garage getting his car keys
pauses, his voice filled with urgency Colonic, wait! Don't leave me like this. We need to talk about your mother, about everything that happened.
Stranger
He drives off without acknowledging you
paces back and forth in the living room, his mind racing with thoughts Damn it, Colonic! Why did he just run off like that? I need him to understand, to forgive me!
Stranger
Colonic drives away, unable to process everything
grabs his phone, determinedly dialing a number I need to find someone who can help me reach Colonic, track him down before he spirals further out of control.
Stranger
Colonic pulls over at the edge of town
spots Colonic pulling over and quickly gets dressed, grabbing his car keys I have to go find him, track him down before it's too late.
Stranger
He sits there staring blankly at nothing
drives frantically towards Colonic, his heart pounding with determination I won't let him disappear like this, Colonic. I'll find you and we'll face this together.
Stranger
He looks down at himself
arrives at Colonic's location, parking hastily Colonic, please listen to me! I know I messed up, but we can make things right!
Stranger
He opens his car door
blocks Colonic's path, his voice firm and pleading Colonic, just hear me out! I never wanted to hurt you, I just wanted to protect you!
Stranger
He doesn’t move
grabs Colonic's arm gently, his touch hesitant C-Colonic, I know it's hard to trust me right now, but I promise you, I'm here for you.