Early America

Isa

I start to tear up and glance up at his father before shaking my head and taking a step back. I knew this wouldn't work. Boys always do this to me.

Will

I don't say another word to him, turning to Isabel and swallowing, "Isa, I..."

I shake my head, not knowing what to say. I don't want to go. Not anymore.

Isa

I shake my head and run off through the crowds of people, crying slightly.

Will

I don't hesitate, chasing after her.

Isa

I go to the abandoned tavern and slam the door behind me, lowering myself to the ground as I bring my hands to my face.

Will

Instead of going through the door, I slip through a cracked window in the back and rush to her. I drop before her and take her in my arms, blinking back my own emotion.

Isa

I let him and keep my face in my hands, sniffling, "Y-You promised."

Will

"I didn't decide to go," I tell her, trying to keep my voice even. "My father decided it for me. I-I don't want to leave."

Isa

I don't say anything more, silent.

Will

I hold her close and kiss the top of her head, "I'm so sorry."

Isa

I wrap my arms around my stomach and don't talk to him.

Will

Watching her, I shake my head but keep her close still. If she's gonna be stubborn, I guess I'll be too...

Isa

I glance up at him, "Just go, Will."

Will

I study her before pulling her into a kiss.

Isa

I pull back and shake my head, running a hand through my hair before looking away, "Go."