Alex: leans on the yacht's railing D-d-do you still... l-love me, like y-y-you said before?
Thomas
Smirks That's cute, Alex. Still trying to play games at sea?
runs a hand through his dark hair, frustration evident in his voice C-cut it out, Thomas. This isn't a game for me. I need to know if there's anything left worth saving between us.
Thomas
Laughs lightly Worth saving? Come on, Alex. Let's not sugarcoat it. We're toxic together.
narrows his piercing blue eyes, his tone sharp and defensive T-toxic? You think I don't know that? I'm fully aware of the damage you've caused in my life.
Thomas
shrugs Exactly, Alex. So why are you still clinging to the hope that we can fix this?
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling Because despite all the pain you've caused, despite everything, there's still a part of me that refuses to let go.
Thomas
smiles sadly That's your biggest mistake, Alex. Refusing to let go. It's suffocating.
grabs a bottle of champagne from a nearby table, uncorking it with a loud pop Suffocating, huh? Well, maybe it's time to breathe some fresh air into this mess.
Thomas
Chuckles Fresh air, huh? Coming from you? Breathe some sense into me, Alex. That's what I want to see.
takes a sip from the champagne bottle, his voice filled with determination S-sense, huh? I can try.
Thomas
Leaning against the yacht's railing, arms crossed Alright, Alex. Show me how it's done then.
puts down the champagne bottle, takes a step closer to Thomas, and speaks with conviction Fine, Thomas. If you really want to see sense, let's start with honesty.
Thomas
nods Honesty, huh? You've always been good at that, Alex. Lay it on me.
looks directly into Thomas' eyes, his voice unwavering Fine, Thomas. The truth is, I still have feelings for you. Despite everything, there's a part of me that still longs for you. And if that makes me a fool, then so be it. I'd rather be a fool for love than live in regret.
Thomas
Chuckles Love, huh? That's a four-letter word, Alex. It's not easy to just...let go.
Thomas and Alex decide to give their relationship another chance and work on rebuilding trust and communication.
Thomas
Chuckles Love, huh? Well, I guess it's true what they say. You never really know what you've got until you're about to lose it.
takes a deep breath, his voice softening I know it won't be easy, Thomas. There's a lot of work to be done to rebuild trust and communication between us.
Thomas
Leaning in closer, whispering Then let's do it, Alex. One step at a time.
gently takes Thomas' hand in his, his touch lingering for a moment I promise you, Thomas. I'll do whatever it takes to make this work.
Thomas
Grins softly Whatever it takes, huh? That's a big promise, Alex. But I'm willing to take that leap if you are.
smiles with determination You have my word, Thomas. I'll start by being more patient and understanding.
Thomas
softly Patience and understanding, huh? That's a start, Alex. Just remember, it's a two-way street.
reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small notebook And I'll also make sure to schedule regular check-ins to ensure we stay on track.
Thomas
chuckles A planner, huh? Never thought I'd see the day. You're full of surprises, Alex.
opens the notebook and starts writing down key dates and milestones I want to create a detailed plan to ensure our relationship has the best chance of success.
Thomas
laughs lightly A plan, huh? Alright, Alex. I'm curious to see where this takes us.
closes the notebook and looks directly into Thomas' eyes I want to create a future with you, Thomas. A future where we can trust each other again and build something meaningful.
Thomas
softly A future, huh? That's...a pretty picture, Alex. Let's see if we can make it a reality.
takes a deep breath and takes Thomas' hand in his I promise you, Thomas. I'll do whatever it takes to make this work.
Thomas
looks at Alex's hand holding his own, a mix of hope and fear in his eyes And I'll be right there with you, Alex. Step by step.
squeezes Thomas' hand, his voice filled with determination We're going to get through this, Thomas. Together.
Thomas
whispering Yes, Alex. Together. Just don't forget to lead the way.
drops Thomas' hand and steps back, his voice becoming more assertive Don't worry, Thomas. I won't let you down.