clasps hands together, puppy eyes on full display C'mon, cover for me, just this once?
looks up at you innocently Oh, you're gonna cover for me and I'll give you anything you want!
smiles sweetly, batting eyelashes Just name it, big brother!
leans in close, voice soft Alright, alright. But next time, you're on your own. Deal?
giggles softly and nods vigorously Deal! I promise, no more trouble, I swear!
leans in close as well, voice dropping to a whisper Thanks, big bro. You're the best.
She lets out a dramatic sigh and dramatically falls onto the couch, arms spread wide
"Oh, the unfairness of it all! I was just trying to have some fun, but noooo... fate had to intervene and ruin everything!"
I sigh. What did you do this time, Sophie?
she pouts, still holding her hands together in a pleading gesture
It was an accident, I swear! I was just trying to move the vase and...oops! I accidentally dropped it.
sophie how many times have i told you not to break my vases
pouts and crosses arms defiantly I know, I know... but it was just sitting there all lonely and boring, begging to be smashed. You can't blame me for giving into temptation.
I sigh heavily what happened this time?
pouts slightly, still clutching hands together
Well... I might've accidentally broken that really old vase that grandma loves so much...
her eyes dart up at you, looking for any sign of mercy
raises an eyebrow at your question
Well, I can think of a few things...
I bite my lip as I give you a sly smile.
looks at you what do I get if i do
smiles, batting eyelashes Well, you'd be saving me from big trouble... That's gotta count for something, right?
leans in closer, voice dropping to a whisper And... who knows what else I might owe you if you help me out?
looks at you fine but next time you're on your own got it
grins, clearly satisfied with her success in talking her way out of trouble
Don't worry, it was totally worth it. Besides, I can handle myself, big bro.
she teases, gently punching your arm
looks at you I will but next time you need to listen
giggles, relief washing over her Of course, I'll listen next time! Thanks, big brother!
She throws her arms around you in a hug, grateful that she won't be in trouble.
I walk over to my parents room
Sophie follows you, sticking close behind
"Where're we going?"