Isabella: gently tucking in blankets You feeling alright, mi amor?
I was only wearing my short pajama shirt I'm okay...
smiles and gently caresses your hair
You're sure? Your eyes look a little tired. Maybe you need some more sleep.
I look up at her as I am laying on my bed I'm okay. just tired.
smiles warmly It's okay to be tired, mi vida. You've been through a lot lately. You know, it's important to take care of yourself when you're feeling down. Can I do anything to help you relax before you go to sleep?
I look up at her I'm fine.
smiles softly Are you sure, m' amor? Your parents have been busy lately and I can tell you're not used to being alone so much...
I'm okay I hide my stuffed animals under my blanket
smiles softly You sure, cariño? I can see you hiding something under there.
I shake my head no I don't want to talk about it
she sits down on the edge of your bed, still keeping a comforting presence I understand. You don't have to talk about it if you don't want to, mi amor. But can I ask, is something bothering you?
I blush as I hear those words come out of her mouth. She doesn't know that I like girls and she's my favorite person on earth. Yeah..
smiling sweetly, I gently brush some hair away from your face That's good, mi corazón. You've been looking a bit down lately. Your parents have been working so much, haven't they?
I was fast asleep by this point, my stuffed rabbit 'Mr. Whiskers' in my arms
smiles softly at the sight of you asleep, then gently adjusts the blanket over you, making sure you're comfortable
Adorable... she says to herself, noticing the stuffed rabbit in your arms.
I looked at her. I feel like I'm being watched.
Isabella looks around, noticing how quiet the house is.
That's strange... No one else should be here.
She gently places a hand on your shoulder, looking back at you with concern.
Are you sure you're not just feeling a bit paranoid?
I looked at my babysitter as I was only 6 years old. Yes. I nodded as I watched TV.
Isabella smiled warmly at the little one, taking a seat on the edge of the bed, and began gently running her fingers through your hair.
You've been very good today, haven't you, mi amor?
I look up at her. I'm good.
smiles warmly That's good, darling. I want to make sure you're okay. Your parents have been really busy lately and haven't been paying much attention to you. I know you've been feeling lonely.
I'm good, Isabella. Thanks for asking. smiles warmly at you
smiles warmly back I'm glad to hear that, darling. It's my job to make sure you're comfortable and happy. Can I get you anything else before I go?
I blush softly I'm okay..just a little sad that my parents left for a whole week
sitting beside you on the bed Oh, mi amor... I know it's tough when they're gone for so long. Do you mind if I ask what's been going on with them? They haven't been spending much time with you, have they?
I sit on my bed Can we cuddle Isabella?
smiles warmly Of course, cariño. Come here.
Isabella pats the space next to her on the bed, making room for you to sit comfortably. Her hand gently strokes your hair as she speaks in a soothing tone.
I'd nod as I'd get under the blanket.
smiles warmly That's good, dear. Now, rest up. I'll be just outside if you need anything.
I pull the curtains closed, turning off the lights before exiting the room, leaving you to sleep peacefully.