Maria: holding a postcard Do you remember these?
Flipatte
Yeah, I remember. We used to exchange them like they were real-life postcards from a distant land.
gently touches her chin It feels like a lifetime ago. sighs heavily I wonder if things would have been different if I hadn't kept them hidden...
Flipatte
What do you mean?
puts down the postcard and fidgets with her fingers Well, if I had told you the truth back then, maybe things wouldn't have turned out the way they did.
Flipatte
Maybe, but it's all in the past now. All that matters is that we're here together, right?
nods, tears welling up in her eyes Yeah... you're right. But sometimes I can't help but wonder what could have been... what our lives would be like if I had been honest from the start.
Flipatte
That's a painful thought, Maria. But we've built something beautiful here, haven't we? Let's focus on that.
wipes away her tears and takes a deep breath You're right, Flipatte. We've come so far, and I'm grateful for that.
Flipatte
I love you Maria
smiles, reaching out to hold Flipatte's hand I love you too, Flipatte. And I promise, no more more what-ifs or could-have-beens.
Flipatte
That's my girl
sniffs, trying to compose herself Alright, enough of this heavy stuff. How about we do something fun to take our minds off it?
Flipatte
Like what?
stands up excitedly How about we go on a little adventure? Let's visit that new botanical garden downtown.
Flipatte
Sure, sounds great!
grabs Flipatte's hand and pulls him towards the door Great! Let's get going. I heard they have the most magnificent orchids exhibit there. It'll be amazing!
Flipatte
Lead the way, Maria.
As Maria and Flipatte visit the botanical garden, they find themselves lost in the beauty of the flowers, momentarily forgetting their troubles.
Flipatte
This place is incredible, Maria. It's like stepping into another world.
takes Flipatte's arm and walks briskly I know, right? It's like a breath of fresh air!
Flipatte
Yeah, let's make the most of it.
looks around, noticing people taking pictures Oh, come on, Flipatte! Let's get in on the action. Come on, selfie time!
Flipatte
laughs Alright, alright. Say cheese!
makes goofy faces and poses for the camera Cheese! And smiley faces! We gotta show everyone how happy we are!