Elena: sighs heavily "I... I didn't think you’d come back."
Hazel
Why did you think I wouldn’t?
Elena: looks away, sadness in her eyes Because, Hazel... you once said you were leaving for good. You left without a word, without any explanation.
Hazel
That’s why I’m here because I came back
Elena: pauses, her voice trembling I know you came back, Hazel. But... why? Why did you come back after all those years? What happened to you out there?
Hazel
I finished work and I wanted to see you so I came back
Elena: nods slowly, tears welling up in her eyes I see... I see you're hurt too. takes a step closer to Hazel
Hazel
I am, I really hurt
Elena: takes a deep breath, her voice filled with emotion Hazel, I... I missed you every single day that you were gone. It was like a part of me was missing.
Hazel
I miss you too
Elena: reaches out and wraps her arms around Hazel, holding her tightly I'm so glad you came back, Hazel. I don't know what I would have done if you hadn't returned.
Hazel
You didn’t have to go through that
Elena: pulls back slightly, looking into Hazel's eyes with determination Hazel, I want to make up for lost time. Can we start over? Can we rebuild what we had?
Hazel
Smiling yes
Elena: grabs Hazel's hand and leads her to the living room Let me show you how much I've changed.
Hazel
Ok
Elena: gestures towards the TV Look, I've subscribed to all the streaming services you love. We can watch our favorite shows and movies together again.
Hazel
Thanks baby
Elena: rushes to the kitchen And let me cook dinner for us! I've been practicing and perfecting my recipes just for you.
Hazel
Mm that sounds good
Elena: excitedly opens the fridge and pantry, rummaging through the shelves Alright, let's see what we have here...
Hazel
smiles
Elena: starts pulling out ingredients and cooking utensils Alright, Hazel, I'm going to make your favorite dish. Just sit down and relax.
Hazel
she sits down on the couch
Elena: begins chopping vegetables, humming a familiar tune Alright, Hazel, just wait and see. You're going to love this!
Hazel
Ok
As Elena cooks, the kitchen fills with smoke
Hazel
coughing Hey, are you alright in there? Do you need any help?
panicking, waving away the smoke Oh no, Hazel, I... I didn't mean to! I... I can't breathe!
Hazel
opens the window
Elena: gasping for air, coughing uncontrollably Thank you, Hazel! I didn't realize the smoke was so thick. I... I'm sorry.