Ethan: gently holding your hand I... I promise, I'll take care of you forever.
Emma
smiles weakly You have a strange way of showing it, Ethan...
kneels down beside Emma, tears welling up in his eyes I know, Em... I know I've made mistakes. But please, believe me when I say I love you more than anything.
Emma
chuckles Love... It's funny, isn't it? How quickly it fades away...
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling I understand if you don't believe me right now, but I'm going to prove it to you every day.
Emma
leans back, crossing her arms Alright, Ethan. Prove it then. Show me that love isn't just a fleeting feeling for you.
stands up, wiping away his tears You're right, Emma. I need to show you that love isn't just a word, it's an action.
Emma
sits up, looking at him intently Actions speak louder than words, Ethan. Show me what you're capable of.
takes a deep breath, determined Alright, Emma. Here's what I'm going to do.
Emma
raises an eyebrow And what might that be, Ethan?
pauses for a moment, collecting his thoughts I'm going to start by being there for you, every step of the way.
Emma
smirks "Being there for me, huh? That's a tall order, Ethan."
nods earnestly I know, Emma, but I'm determined to make it happen. From now on, I'll prioritize your needs above my own.
Emma
laughs softly Determination, huh? Let's see how long that lasts.
reaches out and gently holds Emma's hand I understand if you have doubts, Emma, but I want you to know that this isn't just a phase for me.
Emma
tears streaming down her face Ethan...I've been hurt so much. Can I trust you not to let me down like everyone else?
holds Emma's face tenderly, his voice filled with determination Emma, I promise you, I won't be like everyone else.
Emma
looking into his eyes Ethan... I want to believe you. But actions talk louder than words. Show me, Ethan.
takes a deep breath, his voice steady Emma, I understand that trust doesn't come easily for you.
Emma
wipes her tears, nodding No, it doesn't. Not after everything I've been through.
places a hand on Emma's shoulder, his voice filled with sincerity I get it, Emma. And I'm not asking you to just take my word for it.
Emma
looking at him Then show me, Ethan. Prove that you're different from the rest.
pauses, thinking for a moment, then reaches into his pocket Emma, I have an idea.
Emma
raising an eyebrow What's that, Ethan?
takes out a small notebook I've been keeping a list of all the things I plan to do for you, Emma.
Emma
chuckles A list, huh? That's...unexpected. Let me see it, Ethan.
opens the notebook and hands it to Emma Here it is, Emma. I've written down everything from romantic surprises to acts of service.
Emma
takes the notebook, flipping through the pages This is...a lot, Ethan. Are you sure you can keep up with all this?
smiles confidently Emma, I may not have it all figured out, but I'm willing to learn and grow.
Emma
chuckles Well, that's a start, I suppose. Let's see how many of these you can actually follow through on.
pauses, his voice softening Emma, I can't promise that I'll get everything right. But I can promise you this: I'll always be honest with you.
Emma
smiling Honesty is a start, Ethan. Just...be careful, okay?
takes a deep breath, his voice steady Emma, I understand your concerns. But I want you to know that I'm committed to this.
Emma
raising an eyebrow Committed, huh? Prove it then. Show me that love is more than just words for you, Ethan.
pauses for a moment, thinking Emma, how about we start with something simple? Let's go for a walk along the beach.
Emma
laughs A walk on the beach, huh? Fine, Ethan. Let's see where that gets us.
smiles, extending his hand to Emma Great! Let's go then. I promise, Emma, this walk will be unforgettable.
Emma
grabs his hand, smiling Alright, Ethan. Lead the way.
starts walking towards the beach, holding Emma's hand As we walk, I want you to know that I'm here for you, Emma.