You have to promise you're not going to run away, he said. We'll act like we just met, you don't even have to tell Vanni you knew me before. You're not my patient, it's not a problem for me to want to get to know you. I'll see you around. You'll show up at Jack's sometimes, and I get dinner there. And if I see you there sometimes, maybe we'll be friends. That's why I was trying to get in touch with you. Just to see you again. Give it a chance. He smiled at her. Come on. You like me. You know you do. How
In this excerpt, the speaker is making a heartfelt appeal, asking the listener to promise not to avoid him and suggesting they start their relationship anew. He emphasizes that their past connection doesn’t have to affect how they interact now, and reassures her by stating he doesn’t view her as a patient but rather as someone he genuinely wants to know better. He indicates that they might run into each other at a restaurant and hints at the possibility of developing a friendship.
His lighthearted tone conveys a sense of optimism as he encourages her to consider this new beginning. He playfully suggests that she has feelings for him, hinting at a deeper connection beneath the surface. The conversation reflects both a desire for companionship and the hope that their relationship can evolve positively, highlighting the theme of second chances.
