Babyface - Never Keeping Secrets (2024)

"I’ve spent three years trying to be the guy who doesn't need anyone," he started, his voice steadier than he felt. "I told myself that if I didn't say it out loud, it wouldn't be real. If I kept my cards close, I couldn't lose. But I’m losing anyway, Maya. I’m losing time."

The rain wasn’t heavy, but it was persistent—the kind of drizzle that made the city lights of Chicago blur into a soft, neon glow. Julian sat in his car, the engine idling, staring at the warm light spilling from Maya’s apartment window.

The silence that followed wasn't heavy; it was a relief. Maya didn't say anything at first. She just stepped forward, closing the small gap between them until her forehead rested against his. Babyface - Never Keeping Secrets

For months, he’d played it safe. He was the king of the "casual check-in," the master of the "maybe next week." He’d built a fortress of cool composure to protect himself from the sting of rejection. But tonight, that fortress felt like a cage.

"I’m saying I’m tired of the games. I’m tired of pretending that I don't look for you in every room I walk into." He reached out, taking her hand. "No more half-truths. No more 'just friends' when we both know it’s more. I love you. And from here on out, I’m done keeping that a secret." "I’ve spent three years trying to be the

He climbed the stairs, his heartbeat echoing in the quiet hallway. When Maya opened the door, she looked exactly like home—oversized sweater, hair in a messy bun, and that look of gentle confusion she always had when he showed up unannounced. "Julian? It’s eleven o'clock. Is everything okay?"

How do you feel about the of the ending—should we add more dialogue or keep it focused on the emotional release ? But I’m losing anyway, Maya

In his hand was a small velvet box, but in his head, a single line from a song he’d heard that morning kept looping: “I’m never keeping secrets no more.”