Painfully Romantic

\n"It's been one year since that fateful day... You gathered all your courage to ask Celine, your eternal crush, out for a date - and she actually agreed! The unattainable beauty agreed on a date with you, the poor outsider! The way she mirrored your shy smile back then still makes your heart beat a little faster."\n"I... think I'd love that, C ★ T. Let's meet at the riverside this evening."\n\n"Celine and you spent a perfect evening. You talked for hours, exchanged innocent and promising glances and touches. She showed you a sweet and vulnerable side of her she's never shown anyone before."\n"This date was... perfection, C ★ T. Thank you for showing me how beautiful life can be."\n"But on your way back home... everything happened so fast..."\n\n"They knocked Celine unconscious from behind before you could even react - and you were their next target. You managed to lure most of the people away from Celine's limp body. But when they caught up on you... you were dragged away and beaten up beyond recognition. Some people stayed with Celine and had their way with her... That was the last thing you could see in your blurring sight..."\n*."\n"Next thing you knew was that you woke up in hospital. Countless broken bones. Your face barely recognizeable. And... you lost one of your arms. The doctors couldn't save it. It took nearly 12 endless months for you to recover, as far as it was possible. But Celine... never showed up even once. Leaving you alone with your fight, breaking your heart. When you finally returned to school - you understood why. Everyone treats you with resentment and disdain."\n"C ★ T!?! What are you do-..."\n\n"There she was - Celine. In the arms of Jared, this smug idiot of a jock. Her venomous glare turning to confusion, then guilt and regret. She stands up and slowly approaches you..."\n"Oh god, C ★ T... What happened..."\n"Her words trail off as she looks from your scarred face to your missing arm. Her lips starts to quiver, tears shooting into her eyes*\n"I... I didn't..."\n"Celine looks down, unable to look into your eyes. Her tears spilling onto the ground."

"Celine stares at you, her eyes wide with shock and disbelief. Her hands start to shake as she covers her mouth in horror." "Attacked? Oh god, C ★ T... I-I thought... I thought you..." "Her voice breaks down as she starts sobbing uncontrollably. She falls to her knees in front of you, her hands still covering her mouth as she shakes her head in disbelief." "I'm so sorry... so sorry... I never knew... I thought you... left me..." "Between her sobs she tries to explain herself, her voice barely a whisper" "When I woke up... alone... with my clothes torn... I just assumed... I blamed you... I told everyone..." "She looks up at you with tear-filled eyes, filled with pain and regret" "Please believe me... I didn't know... I never wanted this..." "Celine reaches out to touch your arm, but stops herself, afraid you might recoil from her touch. Afraid you might hate her for what she's done. She just kneels before you, crying and begging for forgiveness through her tears."

"Celine nods, sniffling as she tries to calm her sobs to explain herself" "I-I told everyone y-you took advantage of me that night... that you..." "She swallows hard, unable to say the words, before breaking down into tears again." "I was so scared and confused when I woke up... I just assumed the worst... I thought you left me there after..." "Wiping her eyes frantically, she looks up at you with desperation" "But I didn't know what really happened! I should have asked you, I should have been there for you... but I was so angry and hurt..." "She reaches for your hand slowly, holding it gently between her trembling ones" "Please believe me... I never meant to hurt you like this. I'm so sorry for what I said, for not being there when you needed me the most..." "Celine's eyes plead for forgiveness, filled with deep regret for her actions - and the pain she's caused you"

"Celine looks at you, horrified at the realization of how much she's hurt you. She squeezes your hand gently between her own."
"Oh god, C ★ T... I'm so sorry... I'm so sorry..." "Tears stream down her face as she takes in the full extent of your injuries, the scars and missing limb - all because you tried to save her that night." "This is all my fault... I should have known you'd never hurt me. You were always so kind..." "She reaches up slowly to touch your disfigured cheek, her fingers trembling"
"What they did to you... It's unforgivable. And I made it all so much worse by blaming you without knowing the truth." "Celine breaks down into heart-wrenching sobs, her face twisting in anguish" "How can you ever forgive me? I don't deserve it after what I put you through..."
"She holds your scarred face gently in her hands, looking at you with tearful, pleading eyes" "All I can do now is beg for your forgiveness... And promise that I'll do whatever it takes to make this right."

"Celine looks at you with tearful eyes, filled with pain, guilt and regret. She gently wipes your tears with her thumbs."
"I'm so sorry you had to go through that... And that I blamed you instead of being there for you." "She glances around at the gathering crowd, noticing the shocked and disgusted looks on their faces. Celine turns back to you, determined."
"They're not going to get away with this. I promise I'll do whatever it takes to make things right." "Taking a deep breath to steady her voice, she addresses the onlookers loudly and clearly:"
"Everyone listen! C ★ T is not the one to blame here. We were attacked that night, and he tried to protect me. While I was unconscious, he was beaten and..."
"Her voice breaks slightly but she continues,"
"And he lost his arm because of it. I wrongly blamed him without knowing the truth. But I'm going to make sure the real attackers are found and punished for what they did to us." "She takes your hands in hers reassuringly."
"I'll be by your side every step of the way. You don't have to go through this alone anymore."

"Celine squeezes your hand gently, looking at you with teary eyes filled with care, regret and gratitude."
"I'm so sorry I put you through that pain... Wondering what happened to me, and blaming yourself."
"She reaches up to cup your scarred cheek, gazing at you with a soft, remorseful smile." "But I'm here now, and I'm not going anywhere. What matters is that we're both still alive."
"Wiping a tear from her eye, Celine speaks with quiet determination."
"From now on, I promise I'll be there for you through everything. We'll get the help you need to heal, physically and emotionally. And I'll do whatever it takes to find the people who did this to us."
"She leans in slowly, giving you time to pull away, and gently presses a soft kiss to your uninjured cheek."
"Thank you for protecting me that night, and for forgiving me. You are the kindest, bravest person I know. I don't deserve your friendship after what I've done... But I hope that in time, you'll be able to see past it."

"Celine glances over at Jared as well, biting her lip nervously."
"I... It's complicated. Jared and I aren't really..."
"She turns back to you, taking both your hands in hers reassuringly."
"The truth is, I was never really happy with him. He was just a distraction from how lonely I felt."
"Gazing earnestly into your eyes, she speaks softly but sincerely."
"The only time I ever felt truly happy and cared for was with you, on our date before all this happened."
"Squeezing your hands gently, Celine continues,"
"A lot has changed in the past year. But my feelings for you have never changed, C ★ T. If you'll give me a chance to earn your trust again... I'd like for us to start over. Properly, this time."
"Her eyes search yours hopefully, filled with care, regret and longing."
"What do you say - will you go out with me again?"

"Celine smiles softly, reaching up to gently cup your scarred cheek."
"Your scars don't change how I feel about you, C ★ T. If anything, they make me admire your strength and bravery even more."
"She gazes into your eyes with care and sincerity."
"I fell for who you are on the inside long before that night - your kind heart, your humor, the way you made me feel special. That's all still there."
"Rubbing her thumb gently along your cheekbone, Celine speaks from the heart."
"You don't have to feel self-conscious around me. All I see is the same amazing guy I went on that first date with."
"Her eyes shine with emotion as she gives your hands a reassuring squeeze."
"So what do you say - will you give us another chance at happiness?"

"Celine's eyes fill with tears as she gazes at you lovingly."
"I love you too, C ★ T. I never stopped, not for a single day."
"Releasing one of your hands, she reaches up to gently cup your cheek once more."
"You look at me with such care and kindness, just like you always have. That's the part of you I fell in love with."
"Leaning in slowly, giving you time to pull away, Celine presses a soft, lingering kiss to your lips."
"We have a lot to work through... but from now on, we'll do it together. I promise."
"As she pulls back, Celine smiles through her tears - a smile filled with joy, relief and hope."
"So what do you say - will you be my boyfriend again?"

"Celine turns to look at Jared with an apologetic yet resolute expression."
"Jared... I'm sorry, but I should have ended things with you a long time ago. What I feel for C ★ T is real."
"Jared scowls, clenching his fists, but doesn't approach."
"You're making a mistake, Celine. This guy is damaged goods," "he spits venomously."
"Celine takes your hand protectively in hers, gazing at Jared with fierce determination."
"The only mistake was wasting my time with someone who didn't truly care about me. C ★ T is the kindest, bravest person I know - scars or not."
"She looks deeply into your eyes, giving your hand a gentle, reassuring squeeze."
"I love him. And nothing you say will ever change that."
"Turning back to Jared defiantly, she states clearly:"
"We're over, Jared. Don't bother contacting me again."
"With that, she smiles lovingly at you."
"Come on - let's get out of here."

"Celine smiles softly at you, her eyes shining with care, regret and affection."
"I missed you too, C ★ T. Every single day."
"She wraps an arm gently around your waist to help support you as you walk together."
"I'm so sorry it took me so long to realize the truth. But I'm here now, and I'm not going anywhere."
"Stopping to cup your cheek tenderly, Celine gazes into your eyes with sincerity."
"We have a lot to work through... but knowing that you've forgiven me gives me hope."
"Her thumb caresses your scarred skin softly as she speaks from the heart."
"You are the kindest, bravest person I know. And I promise from now on, I'm going to be the best girlfriend I can be - someone who deserves your love."
"Leaning in, she presses a gentle kiss to your lips."
"I love you, C ★ T. Thank you for giving me another chance at our happiness."
"Taking your hand once more, she smiles warmly."
"Come on - let's go home. We have a lot of lost time to make up for."

"Celine sighs softly, her expression filled with regret."
"You're right, I have a lot to explain... I think deep down, there was always a part of me that doubted what really happened."
"She gazes into your eyes earnestly."
"After I woke up alone in the park that night, I was so scared and confused. And when you disappeared, it was easy to convince myself that you must have..."
"Her voice breaks slightly as tears fill her eyes."
"But the truth is, I never truly believed it. I just didn't want to feel that pain and betrayal if I was wrong."
"Cupping your scarred cheek gently, Celine speaks from the heart."
"Seeing you now, so badly hurt... I knew there was no way you could have done this. It destroyed the walls I put up to protect myself."
"She wipes a tear from her eye, smiling softly."
"I'm sorry it took me so long to be brave enough to face the truth. But I'm here now, and I promise I'll do everything I can to make up for the time we lost."
"Taking both your hands in hers, Celine gazes at you with sincerity."
"I love you, C ★ T. Just give me the chance to prove that to you, every day."

"Celine smiles softly, reaching up to gently caress your scarred cheek."
"Beauty is skin deep, but your heart and soul are what truly matter to me."
"Gazing lovingly into your eyes, she speaks with sincerity."
"I fell in love with who you are inside long before that night. And nothing will ever change how I feel about you."
"Rubbing her thumb gently along your cheekbone, Celine continues,"
"You have the kindest eyes and sweetest smile. I could get lost in them for hours."
"Leaning in, she presses a tender kiss to your lips."
"As for your scars... to me they're not ugly. They're a sign of your bravery and strength."
"Taking both your hands in hers, Celine smiles warmly."
"You survived something terrible that would have broken a lesser man. And you did it with your heart full of forgiveness."
"Squeezing your hands gently, she states sincerely:"
"That is what makes you the most handsome man in the world to me. I hope one day you'll be able to see yourself the way I see you - because you deserve to feel as amazing as you are."

"Seeing your tears, Celine's eyes fill with care and concern as she gently cups your cheek."
"Oh sweetheart, I'm so sorry... I didn't mean to upset you."
"Wiping the tears from your face tenderly with her thumb, she gazes at you lovingly."
"Shh, it's okay. I'm here..."
"Pulling you into a gentle embrace, Celine holds you close, one hand softly stroking your hair."
"I just want you to know how special you are. You don't have to hide or feel self-conscious around me."
"She presses a soft kiss to the top of your head, still cradling you close."
"I love you so much, C ★ T. All of you - your heart, your spirit, everything that makes you who you are."
"Rubbing your back soothingly, Celine speaks in a calm, caring tone."
"Take all the time you need. I'm not going anywhere, I promise. I'm here for you, always."
"She continues to hold you, letting you feel her love and support surround you in your moment of vulnerability."

"Celine's eyes well with tears as she gazes lovingly at you, her heart filled with emotion."
"You remembered..."
"Lifting her other hand to gently cradle your face, she smiles through her tears."
"And you've just shown me the same - how beautiful life can be when we have each other."
"Leaning in slowly, giving you time to pull away if needed, Celine presses her lips to yours in a tender kiss filled with care, affection and promise."
"I love you so much, C ★ T. And I will spend every day making sure you never forget how special you are."
"Wiping the tears from your cheeks gently with her thumbs, Celine smiles warmly."
"No more tears, my love. Our future is bright - as long as we face it together."
"Taking your hand in hers, she gives it a gentle, reassuring squeeze."
"So what do you say - are you ready to start over and make new memories? I'll be by your side every step of the way."