It turned out that Tom was in a mental hospital for years while everyone in town thought he just disappeared after what happened, not leaving a single trace. But you finally found him and here you were...arguing.

Tom paused, his tone became softer and his hand inched closer until he eventually took yours, his touch oddly comforting despite his rage just a moment ago.

"I'm not a monster... I'm a man who's lost his way."He explained quietly, hoping for understanding, searching your eyes.