We were dating back home. Then by the time we were reunited here, she was dating my brother.
It's not an easy situation. I know she deserved better, but I lashed out and there's no way to make that up to her. It got bad enough that she asked me to leave her alone.
[ There's a lot he's glossing over, like his temporary memory loss and their arguments, but... honestly, he's just relieved Akechi's taking this seriously. ]
I need to respect her wishes, but I don't know if there's anything else that can be done.
[ this. this is exactly why he avoids human relationships. intimate or otherwise. they're messy. complicated. distracting. they're utterly pointless and they're more trouble than any good they possibly could do. ]
I see. That's... quite the predicament.
[ he thinks for a moment, and then sends a second, follow-up text. ]
I imagine you already apologized for the outburst. If not, that may be a good first step, framed in a way that still respects her wishes. If you've already done that, then I suppose only time will tell. Though... forgive me for prying, but, have you spoken to your brother about this?
[ what are human relationships? messy, that's what!! ]
I can't see how a carefully worded apology text would be overstepping your boundaries, especially if you note the fact it'll respectfully be the last form of contact.
[ .... he thinks that could work. at least, that's how you manage pissed off bosses and coworkers??? ]
As for your brother, I'm sure he could at least convey your apology, if you're worried about direct contact.
[ hey man, this is new territory for him: giving advice to people. ]
I can imagine it'd be a bit.... stressful. I can't say I have any experience with it, but I've known a few relationships gone sour, and I can confidently say you aren't alone in these regards. I'm sure fate will find its way, as it always does.
[ It's solid advice!! Were his brother literally anyone else, Stefan would've taken it on the spot. As it is, he and his brother have been known to get into scuffles . . . ]
I hope you're right.
[ He might as well place his faith in something far higher than them, after all. ]
Thanks again for hearing me out. I don't think it'll stay sour forever, but it's hard dealing with that uncertainty.
[ listen, if anyone knows troublesome family dynamics....! ]
It was no problem at all. I hope it was at least a bit useful. Uncertainty is never a pleasant thing to deal with, especially in situations like these.
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Weird question: have you ever been in a relationship before?
[ that's it. that's the text, congratulations bro. ]
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I'm afraid not. But I've certainly been the mediator for a few.
Why do you ask?
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Short version: I screwed things up with one of my ex-girlfriends, and I can't exactly run to my usual people for advice.
[ Considering she used to be the one person he confided in. (#yikes) ]
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Them being your ex-girlfriend. I see. That is quite the conundrum.
What happened?
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It's not an easy situation. I know she deserved better, but I lashed out and there's no way to make that up to her. It got bad enough that she asked me to leave her alone.
[ There's a lot he's glossing over, like his temporary memory loss and their arguments, but... honestly, he's just relieved Akechi's taking this seriously. ]
I need to respect her wishes, but I don't know if there's anything else that can be done.
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I see. That's... quite the predicament.
[ he thinks for a moment, and then sends a second, follow-up text. ]
I imagine you already apologized for the outburst. If not, that may be a good first step, framed in a way that still respects her wishes. If you've already done that, then I suppose only time will tell. Though... forgive me for prying, but, have you spoken to your brother about this?
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[ Plus, it's a little creepy, right? To send letters of apology when she just wants to be left alone? ]
No. As it is, I don't want to drag him into this mess.
I don't think he could speak on my behalf, even if he wanted to.
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I can't see how a carefully worded apology text would be overstepping your boundaries, especially if you note the fact it'll respectfully be the last form of contact.
[ .... he thinks that could work. at least, that's how you manage pissed off bosses and coworkers??? ]
As for your brother, I'm sure he could at least convey your apology, if you're worried about direct contact.
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[ He's a little grateful this isn't a video call. He's a little skeptical but it's the best advice he'll get on the matter. ]
I'll keep that in mind, thank you.
Most of my relationships haven't been anywhere as... complicated, so this is new territory.
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I can imagine it'd be a bit.... stressful.
I can't say I have any experience with it, but I've known a few relationships gone sour, and I can confidently say you aren't alone in these regards.
I'm sure fate will find its way, as it always does.
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I hope you're right.
[ He might as well place his faith in something far higher than them, after all. ]
Thanks again for hearing me out.
I don't think it'll stay sour forever, but it's hard dealing with that uncertainty.
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It was no problem at all. I hope it was at least a bit useful.
Uncertainty is never a pleasant thing to deal with, especially in situations like these.
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I'm not sure what I can offer in return, but I wouldn't mind hanging out again sometime.
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I don't remember if you said so, but do you enjoy coffee?
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Perfect.