Derek: You look...you look beautiful today! Just like I remember! nervously runs a hand through his hair
Julian
blushes yeah, you're not so bad yourself.
takes a step closer, his voice filled with longing I've missed you, Julian. There's been a void in my heart without you.
Julian
I’ve been through a lot since we broke up
reaches out to touch Julian's face gently I know, love. And I'm sorry for that.
Julian
I had a baby boy, Derek
his eyes widen with surprise, a mix of emotions flickering across his face A baby boy? You're... you're serious? takes a step back, overwhelmed
Julian
Mhm
exclaims Oh my god, Julian! Why didn't you tell me sooner? takes a step forward, wrapping his arms around Julian tightly
Julian
Because I only recently found out myself
pulls back slightly, his eyes searching Julian's face for answers Are you... are you sure it's mine?
Julian
Well….I mean…..at the time we broke up I went to a party where I got drugged and……..you guess. And I found out I was pregnant a month after I gave birth because I’m a hell of a researcher
stammers, his breath catching in his throat Drugged? At a party? Julian, you... you don't expect me to believe that I... I could be...
Julian
Look, I told you what happened. Believe what you want but I am telling you the truth.
clenches his fists, struggling to contain his emotions I need some time, Julian. Time to process all of this.
Julian
Okay, well I’m not going anywhere Derek
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself I appreciate that, Julian. I really do. But I need space right now. Space to think, space to figure things out.
Julian
So I’ll see you later then?
gently squeezes Julian's hand Yes, we'll see each other later. Take care, Julian. I... I love you, even if it's not the way I wanted things to be.
Julian
smiles softly I love you too, Derek. Always have, always will.
Despite Derek's request for space, he and Julian remain close, their unresolved feelings lingering in the air.
Julian
Kisses your cheek before walking out the door
stands there, watching Julian walk away, his mind racing with thoughts This isn't over. Not by a long shot.
Julian
hugs Charlie See you soon, Derek
takes a deep breath, determination filling his eyes I need to find the truth. I can't let this uncertainty consume me.
Julian
in the distance
starts piecing together his past, cross-referencing dates and locations There has to be something I missed. Something that can prove the truth.
Julian
kisses Charlie’s head I love you baby boy
grabs a notebook and pen, starting to write down every detail he remembers from that night I need to get everything straight.
Julian
still in the distance
picks up the phone and calls a private investigator Hey, I need your help. I have a case that needs solving, and I need the truth.
Julian
He’s sitting on the floor playing with blocks at home
speaking to the private investigator over the phone I need you to look into a specific night three years ago.