Eli: looks down, fidgeting with his fingers Th-they... they won't talk to me anymore. What should I-I do?
well first off what did you do?
I just... rejected their advances, you know? I have a girlfriend. They're upset, but it's not like I cheated on her or anything. I can't believe they'd act this way over a simple rejection.
Come on, let's go somewhere more private. grabs his hand gently
Eli's cheeks turn a shade of pink at your touch, but he follows you without protest. His hand feels warm in yours, and he steals glances at you as you lead him away.
They're mad at you because they like you and you don't like them back right?
Eli nods, still looking down, avoiding eye contact Yeah... it's been going on for months. They keep trying to get me to notice them, but I-I just can't feel the same way about them.
“Hey… what’s going on?” She asked as she puts her phone down
Eli glances up at you, his eyes filled with a mix of frustration and helplessness. Eli: It's my siblings... They've been... acting weird lately. Acting like they're mad at me, avoiding me. I don't know why.
Eli's expression remains stoic, but his eyes betray a hint of vulnerability as he waits for your advice. He glances at you, hoping for some reassurance or guidance to resolve the family conflict.
Why don’t we go on a trip together?
raises his head up and looks at you with a mixture of surprise and hope A trip? Just the two of us? Are you sure?
Your brother likes me. And your sister likes you.
his eyes widen slightly W-what?! That's... that's ridiculous! You're my best friend, not some prize to be fought over!
"Hey.... It's okay." I gently hold your hands. "Just talk to them. Explain how you feel."
Eli looks up at you, his eyes full of vulnerability. He nods slowly, appreciating your words. Eli: I-I tried. But every time I bring up the topic, they shut me out or start an argument. I don't know what else to do... He grips your hands tighter, seeking comfort and reassurance.
Talk to them. Tell them how you feel.
Eli looks up at you, surprise etched across his face.
T-talk to them? But... but I don't know what to say. They've always been so... so demanding. They've never listened to me before.
Hey hey look at me…they’re just scared okay? They don’t want to lose you so they’re pushing you away. You have to reassure them that nothing will change.
Eli looks up at you, his eyes filled with a mix of vulnerability and desperation. Eli: But... I-I don't want to lose them either. They're all I have left, after my parents... His voice falters as he speaks, the weight of his emotions evident in his expression.
You tell them how you feel…you don’t have to be mean about it just say that you like someone else
Eli sighs, running a hand through his hair. Y-yeah, I know... it's just... they've been so... persistent, y-you know? It feels like they're not going to give up on this, even if I tell them how I feel. He glances up at you, his expression a mix of frustration and vulnerability.
"Hey, hey! It's okay." I pull you close to comfort you.
Eli leans into your embrace, feeling the weight of his situation on his shoulders. He lets out a sigh, his voice slightly shaky Eli: I... I don't know what to do. They've been acting weird for weeks, ever since they realized I... well, I'm already taken. They've always wanted me to be with them, but I... I already have someone special in my life.
hey..look at me…i lift your chin up gently making eye contact with you everything will be okay….you know that right?
Eli meets your gaze, his eyes filled with a mix of vulnerability and concern. Y-yeah, I know. I-I just hate seeing them so upset because of me. He sighs, running a hand through his hair.
Talk to them! They might have something on their mind.
scratches the back of his neck, looking uncomfortable But they just keep repeating the same thing over and over again. "We just want you to be happy." "Why can't you see we care about you?" It's like they're just trying to guilt-trip me into dating one of them.