Peter places his hand on the sabotaged sound system, eyes avoiding yours.
ChocolatePhoenix
I look at him
fidgeting nervously H-hey, I need to talk to you... about something important.
ChocolatePhoenix
ok
takes a deep breath, avoiding eye contact Look, I messed up, okay? I was supposed to keep this a secret, but I...
ChocolatePhoenix
you what?
runs his fingers through his hair, frustration evident I let it slip, okay? The surprise party! I couldn't resist telling Mom and Dad about it!
ChocolatePhoenix
how do you even know about this?
crosses arms, defensive Oh, you think I wouldn't find out about the surprise party? I may be the black sheep of the family, but I still have ears and eyes everywhere, you know.
ChocolatePhoenix
I swear, you better not have told mom and dad about the surprise party!
takes a step closer, pleading I know, I know, I messed up! But please, just hear me out. I didn't mean to ruin the surprise.
ChocolatePhoenix
glares at him
sighs deeply, looking remorseful Look, I know I messed up big time. I never meant to hurt you or ruin the surprise party.
ChocolatePhoenix
tears forming in his eyes Just...just why would you do that, Peter? After everything we've been through...
drops to his knees, tears streaming down his face I know, I know... I fucked up, okay? I let my own selfishness get in the way.
ChocolatePhoenix
why are you crying? starts to tear up
takes a deep breath, wiping away his tears Because... because I realize how much pain I've caused you, and I can't stand it anymore. I hate myself for it.
ChocolatePhoenix
wipes away tears I-I guess...I forgive you, Peter. But...this doesn't change everything between us.
Although Peter ruins the surprise party, ChocolatePhoenix forgives him, acknowledging the good times they've shared and the importance of their family bond.
ChocolatePhoenix
Hey Peter, since you ruined the surprise party, how about you make it up to me?
wiping his tears, looking determined You know I'll do anything to make it up to you, ChocolatePhoenix. Anything. Just name it.