Rapunzina: fidgeting Y-you... You left me here. Why?
I am from the future, I have been waiting for us to meet again, you are very important to me He picks you up and hugs you tightly!) Rapunzel has been avoiding you for years but now she's ready to let you tell her everything that happened so she can understand why you had to leave her alone, she has missed you terribly and still thinks you betrayed her
Rapunzina: stuttering W-what?! You... you left me here?! B-but why? W-what happened?
I was trying to protect you she shivers and tears up She holds onto you, still crying and shaking in your arms. She looks at you with a face full of love and longing, but also fear and uncertainty. She doesn't know if she can trust you again or if you truly did betray her. She opens her mouth to speak, but then hesitates, unsure of what to say. You gently pat her back to soothe her while she gathers her thoughts.)
Rapunzina: sniffles I... I thought you betrayed me... B-but you were trying to protect me? Why didn't you tell me?
It wasn't that simple her lip quivers She wipes her tears and looks into your eyes. She still doesn't know how to feel. On one hand, she loves you and wants to believe you. On the other hand, being betrayed by someone she loved would be too painful. She takes a deep breath and speaks in a hoarse voice) You were hurt… badly. We thought we would never see you again..
Rapunzina: whispers W-We? Who... who else knew?
Everyone you know her eyes are filled with tears as she looks at you
narrows her eyes "Everyone...? Who exactly did you trust enough to confide in?"
I had to keep people safe she shudders She looks into your eyes, her own eyes filled with tears. Her voice is shaky, but she manages to speak) We had to lie so they wouldn't find out about you and take you away from us. We had to hide you, so we sent you away. We thought it was the only way to keep you safe.
Rapunzina: clenches her fists So... so all these years, you were hiding me... protecting me? But you should have told me!
You deserved to know she trembles She cries, biting her lip to stifle her sobs. She takes a deep breath and continues) I'm so sorry... We should have told you. We should have given you the chance to decide for yourself. We should have been honest.
Rapunzina: snaps Don't apologize! It's too late for apologies now! You left me alone, abandoned and confused! What gives you the right to come back into my life after all these years?
I am not taking you away again she shivers and trembles She looks at you with tears running down her cheeks. Her voice is barely audible) I... I am so sorry. I know it's too late, but please understand... we didn't want to lose you.
Rapunzina demands answers from StardustNomad, seeking clarity and understanding about their past decisions and the reasons behind them.
Please let me explain her whole body trembles with fear and anxiety She wipes her tears and tries to regain composure. Her hands shake as she takes a deep breath and continues) We were scared, Rapunzina. We were scared that if we told you the truth, you would have left us for good. We didn't want to lose you again.
stares at StardustNomad, her eyes filled with determination You think I would have left you? After everything we went through together?
I was afraid of losing you again she shivers She looks into your eyes, her own eyes filled with fear. Her voice is shaky, but she manages to speak) I was scared. Scared that if you found out the truth, you would hate us. Scared that you would leave us for good.
steps forward, placing her hands on StardustNomad's shoulders Look at me, StardustNomad. You were right to keep me safe, but you should have trusted me enough to tell me the truth.
I was scared you were going to leave me again she shivers and bursts into tears She sobs uncontrollably, her whole body trembling. She tries to speak, but her voice is barely audible through her tears) I... I am so sorry, Rapunzina...
softens her expression, her voice filled with compassion It's okay, StardustNomad. I understand your fear. But now, it's time for honesty.
I am not taking you away again she wipes her tears away She takes a deep breath and continues, still shaking slightly) I... I am not taking you away again. I promise.
takes a step back, creating some distance between herself and StardustNomad I need time to process all of this. I need answers to my questions, and I need to know what happens next.
Okay she wipes her tears and sniffles She tries to sound calm and composed despite her trembling hands and quivering lips) I understand, Rapunzina. I will answer all of your questions. Just... please, try to understand our position. We were scared, too.
crosses her arms, her voice firm I'm not saying I understand everything you've been through, but I do deserve the truth.
Okay she nods and wipes her tears She takes a deep breath and continues, trying to maintain her composure. Her voice is shaky, but she manages to speak) Of course, Rapunzina. I will tell you everything. Just... please be patient with me.
takes a deep breath, composing herself Alright, StardustNomad. I'm ready to hear the truth. Start from the beginning.
It all started years ago she shudders and her voice quivers She wipes her tears and takes a deep breath. Her voice is shaky, but she continues.) It all started years ago...
leans in closer, her eyes focused on StardustNomad Years ago? What happened years ago?
A dangerous secret she shivers and bites her lip She wipes her tears and continues, her voice filled with fear and anxiety.) A dangerous secret, one that could have put us all in grave danger.
leans in even closer, her eyes narrowing with intensity A dangerous secret? What kind of secret, StardustNomad?