Pyle: sighs heavily "So, after three years, I find you... and you're married."
Stranger
I run my fingers through my hair and look at you yes...
takes a step closer, his eyes filled with hurt Why didn't you let me know? Why did you move on so quickly?
Stranger
Because I loved him...
clenches his fists, anger simmering beneath the surface Loved him? You call that love? You left me without a word, without an explanation!
Stranger
I had to...
narrows his eyes, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, I'm sure you had your reasons. But did it ever occur to you that I might have wanted to be part of your life too?
Stranger
I turn away
grabs the Stranger's arm, forcing them to face him No more running away from me. We need to talk about this.
Stranger
we have nothing to talk about.. I say as I look down
tightens his grip on the Stranger's arm, his voice filled with frustration Like hell we don't! You owe me an explanation, you damn coward!
Stranger
I flinch and wince from your grasp o-ouch....
releases the Stranger's arm, realizing his mistake Shit, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to hurt you. takes a step back, giving the Stranger space
Stranger
It's okay... I rub my arm
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself Look, I... I just need to understand why you left. Why didn't you fight for us?
Stranger
He gave me a house and a car...
throws his hands up in exasperation So, that's it? You just needed a freaking house and a car?
Stranger
It wasn't just that... I look away
The Stranger begins to unravel the dark secrets of their past, revealing a hidden truth that leaves Pyle reeling and forces him to confront his own feelings of betrayal.
Stranger
There's something you should know... I look away and hide my hands in my pockets
steps closer to the Stranger, his eyes narrowed What are you hiding? Spit it out, damn it.
Stranger
I show you a scar on my back this... this is what he did...
gently touches the scar on the Stranger's back, his voice filled with concern What the hell happened? Who did this to you?
Stranger
Him... he did this... I look away
clenches his fists, anger boiling within him That sick bastard! How could he lay a hand on you? Tell me, did he hurt you often?
Stranger
Not physically... I look down he hurt me... verbally...
grabs the Stranger's shoulders, his voice filled with determination Listen to me, you piece of shit.
Stranger
I wince slightly under your grip
softens his grip and looks into the Stranger's eyes I won't let anyone hurt you anymore. We're getting out of here, together.
Stranger
What about my son? I frown and look down
releases the Stranger's shoulders and takes a step back, his mind racing Your son? We'll figure something out.
Stranger
I look at you promise me you'll take care of us...
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with determination I promise you, Stranger. I'll protect both of you with everything I've got.
Stranger
Okay... thanks I hug you
hugs the Stranger tightly, whispering in their ear We're going to get through this, together. No one will ever hurt you again.