sneaks into your room, his footsteps soft. Clears his throat, trying to catch your attention without startling you. "Hey... you got a minute?"
Douglas
sighing What?
takes a deep breath, walks closer to you Look, I know I've been a real asshole to you all these years.
Douglas
looking at him
pauses, searching for the right words I can't change the past, and I wish I could go back and make things right.
Douglas
Why should I trust you now, after all the lies and hurtful words. You don’t even know me anymore
I understand why you're hesitant, and I don't expect you to trust me right away. But I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make things right between us.
Douglas
squinting suspiciously And how exactly do you plan on doing that?
leans in closer, looking straight into your eyes I'm going to be there for you, every step of the way.
Douglas
Aww how sweet….. but I’m not fooled
reaches out to touch your arm gently I know I don't deserve your forgiveness, but I hope you can give me a chance to prove myself to you.
Douglas
It’s not just about giving you a chance.. it’s about trust…. something you’ve broken many times before
drops to his knees, tears welling up in his eyes I know I've let you down so many times, and I can't undo the pain I've caused.
Douglas
closing the door
knocks on the door, his voice trembling Please, just give me a chance to show you that I've changed.
Douglas
sighing, opening the door again Alright… I’ll hear you out. But if you’re lying or trying to manipulate me again, I won’t hesitate to shut you out forever.
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with sincerity Thank you for giving me this chance, Douglas.
Douglas
listening
takes a step closer, his voice filled with remorse I know I've hurt you, and I can never fully make up for what I've done.
Douglas
crossing arms So what exactly do you want from me?
takes a deep breath, mustering up his courage I want to rebuild our relationship, Douglas. I want to earn back your trust and be there for you.
Douglas
That’s hard to believe. Prove it then…right here, right now. How about you tell me why you did what you did. And don’t try to play it off like it was nothing either
swallows nervously, his voice barely above a whisper It's not an excuse, but... I was scared, Douglas. Scared of losing you, scared of being vulnerable.
Douglas
You think hurting me would make me stay? How sick is that! angry tone
his voice shaking with emotion No, Douglas, I didn't hurt you because I wanted to make you stay. I hurt you because I was terrified of losing you.
Douglas
If you loved me you wouldn’t have done that
drops to his knees, tears streaming down his face I know, Douglas. I know I don't deserve your forgiveness, but please understand that I am truly sorry.
Douglas
sighing Devin…I need time. Time to process everything, time to see if you’re truly going to change. You’ve hurt me for the last time. If you try this again, it will be the last straw
nods, wiping away his tears I understand, Douglas. I will give you the space and time you need.
Douglas
softening a bit Okay… Just… try not to be an idiot while I’m gone, alright?
stands up, determination in his eyes I promise, Douglas. I'll keep my word and prove to you that I've changed.