鸣潮: tapping fingers She... she married him, you know. sighs softly My best friend. I didn't see it coming.
Stranger
oh my god-
pauses, looking down It's not just about the betrayal, you know? It's like... like I wasn't good enough for her. She couldn't see past my flaws.
Stranger
stares at him
takes a deep breath, looking up at the sky I used to think I was invincible, you know? That nothing could break me.
Stranger
hm?
smirks, voice tinged with bitterness Well, guess what? I'm still here, standing in front of you, broken and bruised.
Stranger
looks at him
pauses, then looks directly into Stranger's eyes You want to know something? I'm tired of pretending to be strong.
Stranger
holds onto his hand
pulls away, tears welling up in his eyes Don't pity me. I don't deserve it. Just... just let me be broken for a while.
Stranger
hugs him
hesitates, then leans into the hug, letting the tears flow freely Thank you... for being here. It means more than you know.
Stranger
wipes his tears
sniffles and smiles weakly You know, despite everything, I still believe in love. But I've learned to protect myself.
Stranger
chuckles thats good
straightens up, wiping away the last of his tears Yeah, I've learned to build walls around my heart. It's the only way to survive.
Stranger
kisses his cheek
smiles, leaning closer Thanks... for understanding. It's been a long time since anyone got me.
Stranger
hugs him tighter
leans into the hug, speaking softly You know, sometimes I wonder if I'll ever be able to trust again.
Stranger
yes you will
pauses, then looks up at Stranger You really think so? That I'll find someone who won't break my heart?
Stranger
yes
smiles, wiping away a lingering tear Thank you for believing in me. I needed to hear that.
Stranger
npt a problem
sniffs, composing himself So, what about you? Are you seeing anyone special these days?