[ this man is truly a lot, and yet somehow this all feels very weirdly familiar to them in a way they can't pinpoint. and in other ways, they can. because it's true, everything he says about them isn't exactly a wrong assessment. but, of course, they argue to prove a point. ]

But I can still be selfish. There are things I wanted and things I still want that I know I can't have because of where I come from and who I am. And people don't like that I won't let them tell me what to do. People don't always like my opinions. I'm not as good-looking as people around me, and I don't have nearly the same opportunities available. There's no hiding what kind of person I am.

[ but...? ]

But even with that, if you think a person like me can be loved even looking like this and acting like this, I do still think the same is true for you. Even with the scar. I don't think the ugly parts matter to someone who really cares about you. Even if finding them will take time.