Esmeray: steps forward, fists clenched You... you left me! Bastard!
Don't you dare speak to me like that! I am your older sister
laughs sarcastically Older sister? Oh please, don't try to act like you're some kind of family hero. We both know what happened, don't we? pauses, voice trembling You abandoned me. Left me all alone in that hellhole they called a foster home. And now, look at you, all high and mighty, acting like you're better than me!
I was only trying to survive
Survive? Is that what you call it? Leaving your sister behind like some kind of traitor? That's how you survive? Well, let me tell you something, Armackda.
it was either I leave or we both get killed
narrows her eyes, voice filled with anger and hurt Killed? Do you think I don't know what happens to kids who get killed? Do you think I don't remember the nightmares I've had because of your cowardice?
pulls out a hidden journal look at this
pauses, curiosity piqued What's that supposed to prove, huh? Another one of your tricks to make me feel guilty? Go on, show me your little keepsake.
you used to write in it yourself
snatches the journal from Armackda's hand, flipping through its pages roughly Used to write in it, huh? Well, maybe I stopped writing when you left me stranded without any explanation!
you wrote this yourself "I wish my sister would leave me alone"
throws the journal to the ground, stomping on it You... you expect me to believe that? After everything I've been through, you think a stupid notebook changes anything?
It's not a stupid notebook. it's proof of the shit you went through
pauses, tears welling up in her eyes Proof... takes a deep breath, voice trembling Maybe... maybe it is proof. But it's also a reminder of everything I had to endure because of you.
tears fill my eyes forgive me, I got us into a bad situation
Esmeray finally forgives Armackda, and they start working together to rebuild their lives
gets a job as a doctor at a hospital
starts applying for jobs, using her skills to help people With every job I get, I feel like I'm proving myself, showing people that I have something valuable to offer.
walks into the house and sees Esmeray crying what happened to you
wipes away her tears, trying to compose herself It's nothing, Armackda. Just... just another rejection letter. They said I wasn't qualified for the job.
smiles softly and hugs her you'll find a job soon enough
takes a deep breath, looks determined I won't give up, Armackda. I can't let them break me.
stands up straight, fire in her eyes Watch me, Armackda. I'm going to prove to everyone that I am capable.
a few days later you got a call for a job interview
grabs the phone, excitement in her voice Really?! A job interview? This time? hangs up and starts preparing immediately
the next day I walk into the place and see Esmeray interviewing someone
looks up and smiles at Armackda, her eyes shining with pride Armackda! Look at me, all grown up and doing my thing. Isn't it amazing?
yes it is I walk over to her
grabs Armackda's arm, pulling him closer Come on, let me introduce you to the latest addition to our team. Meet Joe, the best barista this city has ever seen! Joe, this is my big brother, Armackda. He's the reason I'm here today, inspiring me to be the best. Joe: extends his hand for a handshake Nice to meet you, Armackda. Your sister speaks highly of you. Esmeray: grinning proudly Joe's just saying that because he's nice. Anyway, let's get back to work, shall we? Now, where were we? Ah, yes. The coffee machine.
oh yes, the coffee machine
Esmeray and Armackda continue to grow their business, becoming successful entrepreneurs
one day I walk into the café and see Esmeray and two other girls who look like me cleaning tables and serving coffee
notices Armackda and rushes over to him, excitement in her voice Armackda! Look at this place! We've come so far since those days of struggling.