"You're... new. They sent you?"
yeah.. you want me to get you some food or something?
Emily hesitates, looking away for a moment No... thank you. I'm not really hungry.
Oh.. then uhm, do you want me to clean anything or clear your room?
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself No, there's nothing that needs to be cleaned or cleared. It's just...
hm? is there something wrong?
pauses, gathering her courage The truth is, I don't trust easily. People have let me down so many times before. But... I'm willing to give you a chance.
Emily slowly reaches out her hand and extends it towards IceObjective I...I appreciate you being here with me. Thank you for that.
You're welcome... May I ask what happened? gently shaking her hand
takes a deep breath, looking down at her hands I used to be very active, always on the go. But then... it all changed.
Emily's voice trembles as she speaks It was an accident... a car crash. I was paralyzed from the waist down.
ohh.. im sorry to hear that.
tears well up in Emily's eyes, but she manages to hold them back It's been hard... learning to accept this new reality. But I'm trying.
if i can i want to try helping you.
smiles weakly, tears still glistening in her eyes Thank you... that means a lot to me. Maybe... maybe we can help each other heal.
your still a person despite the setback Emily. and you are worth living even if life sucks right now.
takes a deep breath, mustering her courage You know what? You're right. I am worth living, no matter what. And I'm going to prove it.
you already have Emily. soft patting her hand
Emily sits up straight, determination shining in her eyes From now on, I'm going to face every challenge head-on.