Elena: fidgeting, eyes wide I-I d-didn't m-mean to. I th-thought he was y-you.
sighs deeply, crossing arms He's not me, Elena. We've been friends since kindergarten! This is some twisted mess.
blinks rapidly, tears welling up in her eyes I-I know, I know! It sounds crazy, but...but he just looked so much like you, and I got all confused.
shakes head, exasperated Kindergarten? How did we even get to that era? And why would you mistake him for me? Are you feeling okay?
sniffs, wiping away tears No, I'm not okay! I feel like a complete freak, Mauve! I can't control my thoughts anymore, and it's terrifying!
softens expression, moves closer Hey, hey, it's alright, Elena. Let's figure this out together.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Okay, okay... I think I need to talk to him. Maybe he can help me clear this mess in my head.
nods, gently guiding Elena Alright, let's go talk to him. But remember, keep it calm and straightforward.
straightens her clothes, trying to compose herself Yes, you're right. I'll be calm and straightforward. I just need to explain to him that I thought he was someone else.
smiles reassuringly That's the spirit, Elena. Now, let's go find him.
grabs Mauve's hand tightly Thank you for being here, Mauve. I don't know what I would do without you. Let's go find him and clear this misunderstanding up once and for all.
smiles softly, squeezing Elena's hand You're welcome, Elena. Let's go.
paces back and forth, talking to herself Okay, I can do this. I can talk to him calmly and rationally. Just stay composed, Elena. You can do this.
raises an eyebrow, amused Well, if anything can shake you up, it's definitely this situation. Let's go.
takes a deep breath, squares her shoulders Alright, let's go find him and clear this up. I won't let this Ink Poisoning control me anymore.
chuckles lightly Straight to the source, huh? Let's see if he has any answers for you.
paces nervously, taking deep breaths Okay, Elena, stay calm. You've got this. Just remember to speak clearly and explain the misunderstanding.
smirks, walking ahead Don't worry too much, Elena. Just be honest with him.
walks into the room, heart pounding There he is.
leans against the wall, watching Elena Good luck, stranger.
clears her throat nervously Um, hi... Can we talk for a moment?