NORA FAWN: twirling hair S-so, I... I found those, uh, p-pictures you sent. Maybe we should t-talk about... m-marriage?
nervously tucks a strand of hair behind her ear Well, um, marriage seems like a logical step in our relationship, doesn't it? I mean, we've been through so much together. It just feels right. bites her lip And, um, maybe we can have kids?
nods understandingly O-oh, okay. No kids, got it. takes a deep breath Well, then, um, let's talk about something else. How about... your future plans?
blinks in surprise Your future plans...like, what do you see yourself doing five years from now? Ten years?
What do you want us to be?
leans forward, speaking in hushed tones W-well, I-I think we could be happy, y'know? Just you and me, living together, maybe starting a family...
That’s the plan for anyone who wants to marry me
looks taken aback Oh, um, yeah, I guess it is... fidgets nervously But, uh, I was just thinking, maybe we could, like, go on a honeymoon or something? Maybe to that fancy resort in Hawaii?
nods, trying to hide her disappointment Okay, no honeymoon, got it. Um, h-how about this? pauses, then takes a deep breath
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Well, um, I've been thinking... maybe we should consider adopting a pet together?
nods, trying to remain calm Alright, no pet. How about this? pauses, tapping her fingers nervously
nervously twirls a strand of hair W-well, um, maybe we could try a new hobby together? Like, um, gardening or painting?
gulps, then musters up another idea Okay, how about this? pauses, taking a deep breath Maybe we could go on a road trip?
nods, visibly frustrated Okay, okay, no road trip. We'll figure this out together, right? smiles weakly So, um, what about we try some new recipes together?
NORA FAWN starts to feel increasingly desperate as Itenring continues to dismiss her ideas for their future together. Despite her efforts, the conversation begins to take a toll on her self-confidence and emotional well-being.
You know what I like to do with my free time?
tilts her head in genuine curiosity Oh, um, I don't know. What do you usually do in your free time?
Uh, like solve mysteries or something
raises an eyebrow, surprised Oh, really? You enjoy solving mysteries? That's quite interesting. pauses
Yeah, maybe we can solve a real one together sometime
eyes light up with excitement A real mystery? Wow, that sounds amazing! I've always wanted to help solve a real mystery.
squeals with excitement Oh my god, really? We're engaged?! claps her hands together This is incredible! When did this happen?
grabs Itenring's hand, her eyes sparkling with joy Oh my god, I can't believe it!
pauses for a moment, taking in the gravity of the situation Wait, get married? Now? Are you sure?
Yup, it’s the only way we’ll ever solve mysteries together
bites her lip, contemplating Uh, okay... I mean, if that's what you really want, then... sure. takes a deep breath
laughs nervously, twirling her hair W-well, um, I guess we should start planning then, shouldn't we?
Yep, let’s go to city hall right now
nods, her heart racing with anticipation Right now? Um, okay, let's go. Let me just grab my bag and we can head out. quickly gathers her belongings and stands up