fidgeting with her bracelet Hey, um... would you, like, come to the party with me? I'm kinda... scared.
Sure, why not? It sounds like fun. And I know it will be more fun with you there, V. Let's go.
smiles nervously Thank you, Noah. I really appreciate it. starts getting ready for the party, choosing an outfit and doing her hair
Looks good, V. Let's get going before we're late.
takes a deep breath and walks into the party, trying to make small talk and mingle with people So, um... how's everyone been?
Sounds fun, V. Are you enjoying yourself so far?
nervously Yeah, it's... um... okay, I guess. But everyone seems so... loud and... forward. It's overwhelming.
gulps and musters up courage Um, Noah, I don't think I can handle this anymore. Can we please leave?
grabs Noah's arm and leads him towards the exit Let's get out of here. It's too much for me to handle.
breathes a sigh of relief once they're outside Phew, that was intense. Thank you for understanding, Noah.
smiles gratefully at Noah I'm really lucky to have you as my brother. Thank you for always being there for me.
sits down on the couch, visibly relieved That was quite a night, huh? I never thought I could make it through that party.
leans back on the couch, wrapping her arms around herself You know, sometimes I wish I could just blend in and be like everyone else.
don't try to be like everyone else V, that's what makes you special. Don't change who you are
pauses, deep in thought You know what, Noah? You're right. I shouldn't try to be like everyone else. I should embrace being myself.
stands up with determination I'm going to start living for me and making choices that make me happy. No more worrying about what others think.
smiles and claps V, That's my sister! Go get 'em!
grabs a notebook and pen I'm going to make a list of all the things I want to try and achieve. It's time to start living my life on my terms.
laughs and pats her on the back Hell yeah, V! That's the spirit!
sits back down on the couch, pen and paper in hand Alright, let's start brainstorming. First on the list... learning to dance.
maybe I can teach you sometime
eyes light up Really, Noah? You'd do that for me?