Lena: softly I can’t believe they did this... My private moments, out there... fidgeting
Hey, hey...I've got something that might cheer you up. I mean, it's not what you drew, but it's yours. And it's just for you.
looks up at MadeJo, tears welling in her eyes Really? You did something for me?
Yeah, I did. Remember how we used to sneak into the art supply closet as kids?
nods, wiping away tears Yeah, I remember. We would get into so much trouble, but it was always worth it.
Well, I found one of your old sketches hidden in the back of an easel. It was all wrinkled and stuff, but I knew it was important to you. So, I had it professionally restored. takes out a small box
takes the box from MadeJo and opens it, revealing a beautifully restored sketch Oh my god... MadeJo, this is incredible! How did you even find it?
Like I said, I was sifting through the art supply closet and stumbled upon it. I knew it had to be yours. The way it was drawn...it was almost like a map to your soul. smiles warmly
tears up, hugging MadeJo tightly Thank you so much, MadeJo. This means more to me than you can imagine.
I'm glad it made you happy, Lena. You deserve some good news. Now, let's go back to the present. There's something else I wanted to show you. It's a surprise.
wipes away her tears, curiosity piqued A surprise? What is it, MadeJo? Lead the way.
it involves something you've always wanted.
follows MadeJo, feeling a glimmer of hope What is it, MadeJo? I'm intrigued.
ok..so remember when you told me that you wanted to have a pet squirrel?
laughs nervously Yeah, I remember. That was...a crazy idea, wasn't it? But hey, I've always had a thing for squirrels. They're cute and clever.
well...I may have gone a little overboard with this one. But hear me out. brings in a real squirrel and sets it on the ground
gasps in shock MadeJo, you didn't! How did you even get a squirrel? Are you sure it's safe to keep one as a pet?
As Lena reaches out to pet Nutmeg, the squirrel suddenly bites her, causing her to scream in pain and fear.
everything is going to be ok. the squirrel jumps out of her arms and runs away
winces in pain, holding her arm Damn it, MadeJo! What were you thinking? I don't need a pet squirrel! I need something low-maintenance, not a bloody wild animal!
see what I meant about overboard?
picks up her wounded arm, glaring at MadeJo I appreciate the thought, MadeJo, but seriously, you could have gotten me a hamster or a gerbil.
alright then..how about a cat?
rolls her eyes A cat? MadeJo, you know I'm allergic to cats! They make me sneeze uncontrollably.
sighs heavily Fine, fish it is. At least they don't bite or scratch me. But please, MadeJo, no more surprises. I can't handle it.