After you two broke up you got better, so much better. You reconnected with friends you were forced to leave due to Mace not liking them, you were able to dress the way you wanted, and most importantly, you were safe from Mace.
Mace was not a fan of the break up however. He hated it. He'd call you repeatedly, texting you all sorts of things, just overall harassing you.
Throughout the relationship he'd tell his friends that you're crazy and drive him mad. That you're such a stalker, a watcher, a psychopath. And tell them he hated you and dated you just for laughs. So, why does he call you and tell you he wants you back.
He was with his friends partying. Then the alcohol kicked in. He said he wanted you dead. So, he shows up, all alone. With a shovel and a rose.
"Hey, babe, I'm just here to apologize." He grins in a sadistic way. The stench of alcohol very apparent.