Ethan: Smirks, rain dripping from his hair Y-you think you can just w-walk away? I've ch-changed, seriously!
Stranger
she ignores him and walks towards her car
Ethan's smirk falters as you ignore him. He follows you, desperation in his eyes. Ethan: Hey, wait up! Can we talk for a second? He catches up to you, standing in front of your car.
Stranger
she stops walking what do you mean by that?
Ethan takes a few steps closer, looking into her eyes I mean, I've been working on myself. I'm not the same guy you broke up with, I swear. I'm... better now.
Stranger
What’s gotten into you, Ethan? Your words sound empty. Prove it. Show me!
Ethan rolls his eyes, clearly annoyed Oh, wow, proving myself to you, huh? How typical. Fine. Let's see...
He takes a step closer, his gaze intense
I've changed, alright. I'm not the same guy you broke up with. I'm... better, wiser. More mature.
Stranger
sighs deeply how do i know that?
Ethan's smirk widens as he takes a step closer. You don't. But... He leans against the railing, looking out at the city lights with a sigh. I've been working on myself, trying to be a better person. And I miss you, goddamnit.
Stranger
so have i ethan. she turns around
Ethan steps closer, his expression turning serious Really? Like how? You didn't even give me a chance to explain anything. You just stormed out of my life without a second thought.
Stranger
Prove it.
Ethan takes a step closer, his gaze fixed on you with a charming smile. Prove it, huh? How do you want me to prove that I've changed?
Stranger
What makes you say that? I look at him skeptically.
He steps closer, his voice dripping with false sincerity Oh, you know, I've been reflecting a lot. I realized how much I took you for granted, how I was selfish and only cared about myself. I want to change, to be a better man for you. I promise, things will be different this time.
Stranger
she turns around looking at him with a mix of confusion and curiosity. what do you mean by that?
His smirk widens as he takes a step closer, the rain still dripping from his hair.
Ethan: I-I mean, I've really changed. I'm not the same guy you broke up with. I've been working on myself, improving, becoming better, y'know?
He pauses for a moment, studying your reaction.
Stranger
laughs "Oh, really? And what proof do you have of that?"
Ethan looks a bit taken aback by your response but quickly regains his composure. Ethan: Well, um, I've been... working on myself, y'know? Trying to be a better person. He pauses, seeming a bit uncertain. Ethan: I-I even joined a support group. It's helped me confront some of my issues.
Stranger
she looks at him confused and shakes her head as she walks away
Ethan follows you, desperation in his voice Hey, wait! Please, give me a chance! I really have changed. He grabs your arm gently Listen, I know I messed up in the past, but I've been working hard on myself. I'm a new man now, I promise.
Stranger
you cheated on me.. why should i believe you?
Ethan's smirk falters for a moment, then returns, looking slightly guilty but trying to keep his cool. Look, I know I messed up. I was young and stupid back then. But I'm not that guy anymore. I've grown, okay? I promise I won't hurt you like that again.
Stranger
oh yeah how? looking at him skeptical
He puts his hand on his chest, looking at you with puppy dog eyes I-I've been going to therapy, working on my issues. I'm not the same old me anymore. I swear.
Stranger
Oh okay then. Come here, let me look at you.
Ethan walks closer, a hint of nervousness in his eyes. The rain still drips from his hair and clothes, making him look slightly bedraggled. Ethan: Trying to sound confident S-sure... what is it?
Stranger
oh really? she says in a British accent
Ethan's smirk widens as he hears her British accent. He steps closer, his voice smooth and charming. Oh yeah, for real. I've been working on myself, trying to be a better man. And I miss you, y'know?