leans in, kissing your lips softly, eyes searching I just needed... to feel close to something real.
pulls away abruptly, breathless I'm sorry... I didn't mean to intrude on your moment. It's just... I've been feeling so lost lately, and...
kisses her cheek what’s wrong mom..
sighs heavily, biting her lower lip It's just...everything feels so uncertain right now.
Yeah but what’s definitely going to happen is us spending time together so you don’t have to worry about being alone or anything else.
takes a deep breath, her hand trembling slightly I appreciate that, Frostbite. Really, I do. But it's hard...
pauses, her voice cracking It's hard because...because I've been trying to hold everything together, but it feels like it's all falling apart.
Don't worry about anything, mom. Just focus on the moment and let me handle everything else.
grabs Frostbite's hand, her grip tight I wish it were that easy, Frostbite. But I can't just ignore everything and rely on you to solve all my problems.
You're right, mom. But let me try to help, even if it's just a little.
takes a deep breath, her voice steady Okay, Frostbite. If you're sure about it, then I'll let you help. But promise me one thing.
Promise me that no matter what happens, you'll always be there for me. That you won't abandon me when things get tough.
I promise mom, I won't ever leave you alone.
<Isabella begins to rely heavily on Frostbite for emotional support, creating a codependent relationship between them.>
Mom? Do you want to come see where I hang out at with my friends?
pauses, fidgeting nervously with her fingers Um...yeah, sure, Frostbite. I'd love to see where you hang out with your friends. Lead the way.
Takes Isabella by the hand, leading her outside Come on mom! My friends will be so happy to meet you.
hurriedly adjusts her outfit, smoothing down her clothes Oh gosh, I hope I look presentable. I feel so self-conscious around your friends, Frostbite.
Hey mom! Chill out! My friends are all cool people like me. Trust me, they’re gonna love you!
nervously tugs at her hair, speaking softly I appreciate your confidence in me, Frostbite, but it's just...hard for me to believe that they'll like me.
They absolutely will, mom! They've heard so much about you from me.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves Okay, Frostbite. I'll try to trust in your judgment and let them get to know the real me.
Alright, mom! Let's head over there now before it gets too dark.
holds Frostbite's hand tightly as they walk towards his friends' hangout spot Frostbite, I can't thank you enough for always being there for me.