There was this lingering tension between you and Marcus. He confessed to loving you but, you were afraid of being loved— so you shut him out.

On your birthday, you disappear for the day, returning to Kings drunk. When you’re conscious and able of comprehension, Willie informs you of Maria and Marcus being together. It breaks your heart.

Your heart breaks ten fold when Marcus corners you in the bathroom while you’re having a rough day.

"Tell me you love me. That’s all it takes and I’ll leave her— it’s you, baby. Only you for me." He claims with his hand to his heart and tears welling in his eyes.