Broken Ties - The Story Of Unraveled Hearts🥀

Episode 17: Confessions and Complications

Episode 17: Confessions and Complications

SAME NIGHT

INT. EMIR'S APARTMENT - LIVING ROOM - NIGHT

Emir paces back and forth in his living room, his face etched with frustration and inner turmoil. He clenches his fists, battling conflicting emotions.

Emir's phone buzzes with a message notification. He picks it up and sees a text from Reyhan, her concern evident in the words.

REYHAN (TEXT)
Emir, please talk to me. Are you okay?

Emir hesitates, his fingers hovering over the keyboard. He knows he owes Reyhan an explanation, but fear grips his heart, holding him back.

EMIR (TEXT)
I'm sorry, Reyhan. I'm just going through a rough patch. I need some time alone to sort things out.

Emir's response carries a mix of apology and distance. He wishes to shield Reyhan from the depth of his feelings, fearful of losing their newfound friendship if he reveals his true emotions.

INT. REYHAN'S APARTMENT - LIVING ROOM - CONTINUOUS

Reyhan sits on her couch, her phone clutched tightly in her hands. She reads Emir's message, a sense of disappointment and confusion overwhelming her.

Reyhan takes a deep breath, determined not to let this setback discourage her. She gathers her resolve, her fingers dancing across the keyboard as she types a response.

REYHAN (TEXT)
Emir, I understand that you need space. Just remember that I'm here for you whenever you're ready to talk. Take care of yourself.

Reyhan presses send and places her phone on the coffee table, her mind filled with thoughts of Emir and their complicated connection.

INT. EMIR'S APARTMENT - LIVING ROOM - CONTINUOUS

Emir reads Reyhan's message, his heart aching with a mixture of longing and guilt. He realizes the impact his actions have had on her and the strain it puts on their friendship.

EMIR (whispering to himself)
I can't keep pushing her away. She deserves better than this. It's time to face my fears and confront my true feelings.

Determined, Emir grabs his jacket and heads towards the door, his steps filled with newfound purpose.

INT. CAFÉ - DAY

Emir spots Reyhan sitting at a corner table, her eyes lighting up as she sees him approach. He takes a deep breath, mustering the courage to be honest with her.

EMIR
(softly)
Reyhan, I'm sorry for running away like that. The truth is, I felt something more than friendship, and when you mentioned our childhood bond, I got scared of being confined to just that. I didn't want to risk losing you altogether, but I realize now that I've already pushed you away.

Reyhan's eyes widen, a mixture of surprise and hope dancing in her gaze.

REYHAN
(softly)
Emir, you don't have to be afraid. Our friendship can evolve into something deeper if that's what you truly want. But we have to be open and honest with each other.

Emir takes a step closer to Reyhan, his heart pounding in his chest.

EMIR
(sincerely)
Reyhan, I do want more than friendship. I want to explore this connection between us, to see where it leads. But I need you to know that I'm still learning to let go of my past, and I may stumble along the way. Will you be patient with me?

Reyhan reaches out, her hand gently resting on top of Emir's.

REYHAN
(softly)
Emir, I believe in us. I'm willing to be patient, to support you through your journey. We'll face the obstacles together.

A glimmer of hope and happiness fills Emir's eyes as he realizes that he doesn't have to face his fears alone anymore.

DREAM ENDS

Emir thought he confessed his feelings to Reyhan. But he was still standing in his room.

FADE OUT.