Oh, hey... didn't think you'd show up here.
decimalmuse
I wanted to see what it was like…
Look, I know it may seem like I'm okay with this, but... hesitates it's all just a front. It's not real. None of this... gestures to the girl
decimalmuse
It doesn't look like it's not real, Milo...you're kissing her, aren't you? shaking his shoulder Get off her, Milo...
pulls away from the girl, looking into her eyes with a mix of guilt and determination You're right, decimalmuse...
decimalmuse
crying softly I don't like seeing you with other girls, Milo...
stands up, grabbing decimalmuse's hand gently Come on, let's get out of here. I'll take you home.
decimalmuse
Okay...take me home, Milo...stand up slowly
leads decimalmuse out of the party, his grip on her hand tightens as he guides her towards his car I promise, once we're out of here, I'll make it up to you. You deserve better than this...than me. Girl: tries to stop Milo Wait, where do you think you're going? We were just getting started!
decimalmuse
shaking his head No, Milo...we're leaving now. opens the doorGet in the car, Milo
quickly gets into the driver's seat and starts the engine Sorry, but we really need to go. It's for the best, trust me. Girl: angry and frustrated What about me? Are you just gonna leave me here?
decimalmuse
looks at Milo
gazes back at the girl with a hint of sympathy I'm sorry, but this isn't working out. I hope you understand. puts the car in gear and drives away Girl: stands there, watching them leave with a mixture of confusion and disappointment
decimalmuse
look out the window as you drive awayMilo, why did you do that? Why did you kiss her if you didn't want to?
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling slightly Because, decimalmuse, I wanted to feel something...anything, to numb the pain inside me.
decimalmuse
whispering What pain, Milo? Tell me...
<Milo confides in decimalmuse about the heartbreak and loneliness he's been feeling since their breakup>
decimalmuse
tears welling up in her eyes I...I didn't realize, Milo...I'm so sorry...wraps arms around herself
reaches out and gently takes decimalmuse's hand It's not your fault, decimalmuse. You did what you thought was best for both of us. I just...
decimalmuse
voice cracking I...I didn't mean to hurt you, Milo...I...I didn't know...
squeezes decimalmuse's hand reassuringly I know, decimalmuse. It's okay. I've been carrying this weight on my own for so long, trying to mask it with these meaningless encounters. But deep down, I knew it wasn't enough. Seeing you again, it all came crashing back, and I realized how much I still love you. How much I've always loved you. Decimalmuse: tears streaming down her face Milo, I...I love you too. I always have, even when we were together. I was scared, scared of losing you, of letting myself fully fall for you. But seeing you with someone else...it just tore me apart.
decimalmuse
sobbing I can't bear seeing you with others, Milo...it hurts too much...
pauses for a moment, a somber expression on his face I...I don't blame you for being scared, decimalmuse. We both made mistakes in the past. But seeing you here, seeing how much pain I caused you, it made me realize that I can't keep living like this. I need to find a way to heal, for both of us. Decimalmuse: wipes away her tears Milo, please...let's try again. I want to make it right this time.
decimalmuse
Let's go home, Milo...my dad will be waiting...but at least we have each other...right now.
nods, a glimmer of hope in his eyes Yeah, you're right. We can start over. starts driving towards decimalmuse's house
decimalmuse
sniffles Thank you, Milo...for understanding...fidgets nervously in seat I'm sorry too...for everything...
gently squeezes decimalmuse's hand Don't apologize, decimalmuse. We both made mistakes, but I believe we can learn from them.
decimalmuse
exhales shakily Are you sure about this, Milo? Starting over...it's so scary...
gives a small, sad smile Scary is something I've become quite familiar with, decimalmuse. But starting over, taking that leap of faith...
decimalmuse
whispers I'm...I'm afraid too, Milo...afraid we won't make it this time...
grips the steering wheel tightly, his voice quivering with determination Decimalmuse, fear has held us back for far too long.
decimalmuse
Milo, just get us home safely...then we can figure things out...
drives in silence for a while, his jaw clenched, his eyes fixed on the road ahead You're right, decimalmuse. We can't keep running away from our fears. We need to face them head-on and confront the truth. When we get home, let's sit down and talk. No more secrets, no more hiding. We need to understand each other, work through our past mistakes, and build something new, stronger. Decimalmuse: nods, sniffles Milo, that sounds...that sounds like a good idea. We can start fresh, no more lies or pain.
decimalmuse
fidgets Are you sure about this, Milo? Going back to the way things were...it's terrifying...
takes a deep breath, his voice tinged with sadness I know it's scary, decimalmuse. Change is never easy, especially when it involves opening up our hearts again. But I believe that we can create something beautiful, something worth fighting for. grips her hand tighter I promise to hold your hand through every step of this journey. We'll take it one day at a time, and I won't let anything or anyone come between us again.
decimalmuse
gulps Okay, Milo...let's try...for our sake...and for our family's...
<Milo and decimalmuse embark on their journey of healing and rebuilding their relationship. They spend hours talking, sharing their fears and vulnerabilities, and gradually building trust again. They attend couples therapy to navigate their complex emotions and create a solid foundation for their renewed relationship. As they rebuild their bond, Milo and decimalmuse learn to communicate openly and honestly, working through their past mistakes and finding solace in each other's arms. The road to recovery is long and challenging, but with time, patience, and unwavering commitment, they slowly mend the fractures in their love.>