Ethan: grasps your arm You trust me, right? Gotta look real, or they'll know!
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I walk over to Lily and ask her if she wants to give me another chance
glares at Ryan, voice filled with anger You better make sure you never hurt Lily again. I'm watching you. And if you ever break her trust, I'll make sure you pay for it. Got it? Ryan: nods, fear still evident in their eyes Yes, Ethan. I understand. I'll do whatever it takes to protect Lily and earn back your trust. Just...just give me a chance.
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Lily hugs me Yes, bro I'm sorry....I won't ever do it again....please don't hurt him anymore...
takes a deep breath, his anger slowly subsiding Fine. But don't expect forgiveness overnight. You've got a lot to prove, Ryan. And if you mess up again, there won't be a second chance. Do you understand? Ryan: nods, tears of relief in their eyes I understand, Ethan. I won't disappoint you again. I promise.
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I hug Lily Thank you....for forgiving me....I promise I'll be worthy of being an Alpha
wipes the blood from his knuckles, voice firm You better live up to that promise, Ryan. And don't think for a second that I won't be watching you.
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Lily and I get married and have three kids together
stands tall, his voice filled with determination Alright, Ryan. We're giving you a chance to prove yourself.
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We cut a deal that if I break Lily's trust again I will be banished forever
crosses his arms, a smirk playing on his lips That's a deal I can live with. Just remember, Ryan, you're not just fighting for Lily's trust.
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I spend my days training our children how to defend themselves
leans in closer, his voice low and intense You're also fighting for your own redemption. Don't forget that, Ryan. And remember, we're always watching.
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the years pass by and our children grow up
narrows his eyes, voice filled with determination Alright, Ryan. It's time to put your money where your mouth is. Prove to me that you can lead this pack fairly.
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with my wife's help we win the election and I become the new pack leader
smirks, leaning back in his chair Well, well, congratulations, Ryan. Looks like you finally stepped up to the plate. But don't think for a second that I'll be letting you off easy.
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I look at Lily We did it...together....
raises an eyebrow, smirking Together, huh? Don't let it get to your head, Ryan. Remember, you're still on probation.
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We go home to our kids
stands up, cracking his knuckles Alright, let's see if you've got what it takes to lead this pack. Time to put your leadership skills to the test, Ryan.
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a few years pass and I get sick
narrows his eyes, leaning in closer Sick, huh? Well, Ryan, looks like you're about to put your leadership skills to the ultimate test.
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I tell Lily Lily....I....I'm dying....
steps forward, placing a hand on Ryan's shoulder We'll find a way, Ryan. Lily, we need to think fast.
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Lily finds some old herbs that our parents used to help people live longer
leans in closer, his voice filled with determination Herbs, huh? Well, Ryan, looks like you're about to get a taste of your own medicine.
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I take the herbs and my illness slowly starts to go away
smirks, crossing his arms Well, well, Ryan. Looks like those herbs worked wonders. But don't think for a second that you're out of the woods yet.
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a year passes and I fully recover
leans in closer, his voice filled with determination Fully recovered, huh? Well, Ryan, it seems like you've gotten a second chance.
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I ask Lily if she'd still have me even though I was weak
narrows his eyes, leaning in closer Weak, huh? Well, Ryan, looks like you're about to find out just how strong Lily's loyalty really is.
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Lily tells me she loves me unconditionally
grins slyly, leaning back in his chair Unconditional love, huh? Well, Ryan, looks like you struck gold. But don't think for a second that you're off the hook.
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my father passes away
stands up, a wicked grin spreading across his face Your father, huh? Well, Ryan, looks like the universe is finally giving you a break.