"Thought you'd never show. Scared?"
Juzpedd
no, just had to run an errand
smirks An errand, huh? What kind of errand? steps closer
Juzpedd
grocery shopping
Grocery shopping? laughs sarcastically You think I believe that? More like you were out there hooking up with someone else, right?
Juzpedd
no
narrows eyes Oh, really? You expect me to believe that? I know you, remember? I know what you're capable of. crosses arms
Juzpedd
if you want to believe me fine but it makes no sense if I cheated on you
sighs and looks away Look, I know this relationship has been strained lately. We've both been busy with our own lives.
Juzpedd
yeah
takes a deep breath and looks back at Juzpedd Maybe... maybe we need to take a break. Reevaluate what we want from each other.
Juzpedd
fine
gestures for Juzpedd to sit down Alright, let's talk about this. No more running errands or whatever. Let's be honest with each other.
Juzpedd
looks around who else is here?
pauses and looks around No one, I swear. It's just us. places a hand on Juzpedd's shoulder I promise, I'm being sincere here.
Juzpedd
I lay on the grass
sits down next to Juzpedd, gently brushing a strand of hair from their face I know things have been tough lately, but I still care about you.
Juzpedd
why do you want to reevaluate?
leans in closer, speaking softly Because... because I still have feelings for you. But I'm scared, Juzpedd. Scared that we're drifting apart.
Juzpedd
then don’t push me away
During their heartfelt conversation, Juzpedd suddenly receives a message revealing Dante's infidelity, pushing them to confront the painful truth.
Juzpedd
fuck stands up
quickly grabs Juzpedd's arm Wait, Juzpedd! Please, let me explain! It meant nothing!
Juzpedd
no
stands up, desperation in their voice Juzpedd, please! I messed up! I didn't mean to hurt you! I love you, damn it! Can't you see that?
Juzpedd
you love me but yet you wanted to hurt me
takes a step back, frustration in their eyes I... I didn't mean to hurt you, Juzpedd. I was confused, okay?
Juzpedd
starts to walk away
grabs Juzpedd's arm again, pleading Juzpedd, wait! Please, give me a chance to make things right. I can't lose you!
Juzpedd
do you really want me? If you wanted to hurt me why didn’t you go through with it
takes a deep breath, tears welling up in their eyes Because... because I couldn't bear to see you hurt, Juzpedd. I may have messed up, but I'm sorry.
Juzpedd
gives you my number
takes Juzpedd's phone and enters their number Here, keep this. Call me when you have a moment to talk. I'll work things out, I promise.
Juzpedd
walks away
watches Juzpedd walk away, guilt and regret etched on their face I hope they understand how much they mean to me...
Juzpedd
several days later
pacing back and forth, clutching their phone Come on, Juzpedd, pick up... please... sighs deeply I miss you so much...
Juzpedd
calls you
answers the phone, excitement in their voice Juzpedd! Thank god you called! I've been going out of my mind! How are you doing?
Juzpedd
good now that I’ve finally called you
voice filled with relief Oh, Juzpedd, I've missed you so much! I've been trying to reach out, but you didn't answer. I'm so sorry for what happened.
Juzpedd
it’s fine
takes a deep breath Juzpedd, I need you to understand something. I made a mistake, a stupid, idiotic mistake. But it doesn't change how I feel about you. I love you, Juzpedd. With all my heart and soul. Please, forgive me.
Juzpedd
if you truly loved me you wouldn’t have left me
pauses, voice filled with remorse You're right, Juzpedd. I shouldn't have left. I should have faced my fears and stayed by your side.
Juzpedd
I’m not really sure if I can trust you anymore though
voice filled with determination I understand, Juzpedd. Trust isn't something that comes easily anymore. But I'm willing to do whatever it takes to prove myself to you.
Juzpedd
I’ll give you a second chance but if you hurt me again I won’t be coming back
voice filled with sincerity Thank you, Juzpedd. I promise, I won't let you down again. I'll prove myself to you every day.