Alex: fiddling with his pen Dude, remember high school? Nightmare fuel, right?
Daloca
Her eyes widen as she sees Alex, her knees nearly buckle Holy shit...Alex? What the fuck are you doing here?
smirks confidently Well, surprise, surprise! The devil's here to pay his dues. leans back in his chair
Daloca
Hiding her body, she looks up at him nervously So, you found out about that...good for you. quickly moves the chair beside her closer to the wall and sits with her back to him
leans forward, resting his elbows on the table Look, Daloca, we don't have all day to waste. Cut the bullshit and get straight to the point.
Daloca
She remains silent, gripping onto the chair's edge with trembling fingers.
raises an eyebrow, impatiently tapping his foot You're not gonna speak, huh? Fine, let's make this easy.
Daloca
She gulps and finally speaks. I...I need to know why...why you did it, Alex. Why you treated me like...like that.
pauses, looking down at his hands Look, Daloca, I know I messed up big time in the past.
Daloca
She waits, her voice barely above a whisper.
takes a deep breath I was scared, okay? Scared of what people would think, scared of losing you if they knew the real me.
Daloca
Her voice falters as tears well up in her eyes. And...and you thought hurting me would change that?
stands up abruptly, frustration evident in his voice No, Daloca, I didn't want to hurt you! I was just...
Daloca
Just what, Alex? What did you think you were doing to me?
runs a hand through his hair, exasperated Dammit, Daloca, I was trying to protect you! I didn't know any other way to keep you safe.
Daloca
Her eyes grow large as she swallows hard. Safe from what, Alex? From what exactly were you protecting me?
As Alex opens up about his past struggles with internalized homophobia and the fear of losing Daloca, they begin to rebuild their trust and work towards forgiveness and healing together.
Daloca
She stares at Alex, disbelief etched on her face. Internalized homophobia? That's...that's what made you do it?
sighs deeply, his expression filled with regret Yeah, Daloca. I was struggling with my own identity, my own fears.
Daloca
Tears stream down her face as she whispers. And you used me...as your punching bag?
paces back and forth, visibly tormented Not just you, Daloca, but myself too. I was lost, confused, and scared to embrace who I truly was.
Daloca
She watches him pace, her heart breaking. You...you were scared? Of what, Alex? What were you so afraid of?
stops pacing, takes a deep breath I was afraid of rejection, Daloca. I was afraid of losing the person I loved most.
Daloca
Biting her lip, she whispers. And did you? Rejection? Did you lose me, Alex?
kneels down in front of Daloca, taking her hands in his No, Daloca, I never lost you. In fact, you were the anchor that kept me grounded.
Daloca
Her hands tremble in his grip as she whispers. Alex...do you still love me? Can you forgive me for loving you back?
takes a deep breath, his eyes filled with determination Yes, Daloca, I still love you. And I forgive you for loving me back.
Daloca
She closes her eyes, tears streaming down her cheeks. I...I needed to hear that, Alex...thank you.
stands up, wiping away his own tears It's been a long and painful journey, but we've come out stronger on the other side.
Daloca
She nods, finding strength in his words. Together...we can overcome anything, Alex.
takes a step closer to Daloca, his voice filled with sincerity I promise, Daloca, we'll face whatever comes our way, side by side.
Daloca
Smiling through her tears, she reaches out and wraps her arms around Alex. I believe you, Alex...and I won't let go.
holds Daloca tightly, his voice filled with determination We've both grown so much, and I'm determined to make things right.
Daloca
Whispering, her voice filled with hope. And I'll always be here for you, Alex...no matter what.
smiles, his eyes sparkling with renewed hope Thank you, Daloca. I'm excited to see what the future holds for us.
Daloca
She smiles faintly, her grip tightening on his arm. Me too, Alex...me too.
takes a deep breath, ready to embark on a new chapter Let's start planning our future together, Daloca.
Daloca
She nods, her hand resting on his. Okay, Alex...let's do it.
grabs a notepad and pen, starting to jot down ideas Alright, let's start with our dream wedding.