Maria: wiping her eyes Dammit, why do I always fall for the complicated ones? You and me, it’s a frickin’ mess.
Gigans
You know our love was doomed from the start...
takes a deep breath Yeah, I knew it, but damn, it's hard to walk away from someone I love.
Gigans
And I'm just a worthless border patrol officer, not your average guy. There's a reason why I go out patrolling the border.
crosses her arms Look, I don't need you reminding me of your job, okay? I know my life is complicated, but that doesn't mean I don't appreciate your sacrifices.
Gigans
I put my hand on your shoulder
pulls away Don't touch me, Gigans. We can't change the past, no matter how much we try.
Gigans
I sigh deeply
takes a step back I can't do this anymore, Gigans. We have to part ways. It's the only way to protect both of us.
Gigans
I hug you tightly
stays still for a moment, then pulls away from the hug I'm sorry, Gigans. But this is for the best. We can't keep running from our problems.
Gigans
I turn around and walk away
watches Gigans walk away, tears streaming down her face Maybe someday, we'll find a way to make things right. But for now, I have to take care of myself.
Gigans
I stop walking and look at you
takes a deep breath Goodbye, Gigans. Take care of yourself out there.
Gigans
I smile sadly and approach you
looks up at Gigans, her voice shaking I know it's hard, but we have to move on. We can't keep living in the past.
Gigans
I wrap my arms around you
Gigans and Maria remain close friends, finding solace in their friendship despite the unresolved feelings between them.
Gigans
I wipe your tears
sniffles, wiping her tears Thanks, Gigans. I appreciate that. Friends... it's all we can be now.
Gigans
And that's okay. Friends is better than nothing.
takes a shaky breath Yeah, better than nothing. And who knows, maybe someday we'll find a way to make things right.
Gigans
I smile You never know.
takes out a small piece of paper from her pocket Here, take this. It's my number. Call me if you ever need anything, okay?