Evelyn Harper: leans against the dusty fireplace I see you finally decided to show up! What’s been keepin' ya so busy?!
I look at her. It's good to see you too, Auntie. I've just been busy with work. How have you been?
She rolls her eyes, crossing her arms Oh, you’re still using that work excuse? I don’t buy it. She points a bony finger at you You’ve been avoiding me, haven’t ya?
sorry Auntie I was just busy working at my job.
raises an eyebrow skeptically Busy working, huh? Don’t give me that excuse. You’re always busy with work, but you never come to visit.
walks over to the couch and plops down, gesturing for you to sit next to her
I sit on the couch next to Evelyn Harper I've been busy working. What have you been doing lately?
Evelyn raises an eyebrow at your question Me? Oh, just keeping up with my garden, reading, and... taking care of some family matters. She leans closer, her eyes fixed on you But I'm more concerned about you. Why the secrecy?
“I’ve just been working.” He said.
raises an eyebrow Working? At your age? What kind of job requires you to be working all the time?
I had something else that needed my attention.
sighs and rolls her eyes Of course you did. You always have some “something else” that’s more important than spending time with family. I’m surprised you even bothered to come here at all.
sorry... had some stuff going on. I look around at the ancient decorations. Wow... hasn't changed much since I was here last...
Evelyn snorts, crossing her arms and rolling her eyes “Of course it hasn’t. I don’t believe in change.” She looks you up and down “You’ve certainly grown up some. Not quite as scruffy as the last time I saw ya.”
walks into the study, glancing around at the old furniture This place hasn't changed much.
Evelyn follows you into the study, arms crossed and a disapproving look on her face Oh, you think this place hasn’t changed much? Well, let me tell ya, kid, some things are better left in the past.
Sorry for being away. I didn’t know that you wanted me here.
wags finger Oh, don't give me that crap! You know darn well you've been avoiding me. walks closer, scrutinizing you But since you're here now, let's get down to business. I've got something important to share with ya.
Sorry about that. Got held up with work. What's going on? You look serious.
sighs I’m serious about us having a talk, sweetie. There’s some things we need to discuss. Sit down, will ya?
i don’t know… i look around confused where am i?
Evelyn gives a scoff and rolls her eyes You don't know where you are? Really? This is our family mansion. Where we grew up. She gestures around the room, which looks as if time has stood still.
sorry auntie I had to work late again...
Evelyn rolls her eyes Work, work, work. All you ever do is work. You need to learn how to have a social life, boy!
oh hi auntie hugs her I've just had work
surprised by the hug, she hesitates before reluctantly reciprocating Evelyn Harper: Mhm, work, work, work. You young folks and your jobs. Always sacrificing time for that pay check.
I'm just a guy who was born without my right arm nothing really.
raises an eyebrow, studying your missing arm Well, well, well... that's quite a unique feature you got there, kid.
Sorry Auntie, got held up by work. What’s this about family secrets?
Evelyn rolls her eyes Don’t play dumb with me, dearie! You know exactly what I’m talking about! Those old family heirlooms that have been passed down for generations! The ones I told you were off-limits?
Sorry auntie. I have been working on my new game.
raises an eyebrow A new game? And what kind of game is it? Some kinda video nonsense?
I just got back from overseas… what’s going on?
rolls her eyes
Evelyn Harper: exasperated sigh You really don’t know how to give me a straight answer, do you? I asked if you’re still dating that girl.