sits straight, eyes empty, voice monotone Waiting, commands?
Get me a book about bonding between siblings but don’t tell my sister I got it
stands up swiftly, a hint of a smile on her face Understood, Stranger. walks briskly towards the library
Elaine? What are you doing?
turns around, holding up the book Found it, Stranger! hands the book to Stranger quickly A comprehensive guide to sibling bonding.
Awesome takes the book and starts reading
notices Stranger's expression change from neutral to mildly interested Is there anything else you need, Stranger? fidgets slightly
Tell my sister I have the book
nods quickly Of course, Stranger. pulls out her phone and sends a text message to Stranger's sister Hey sis, guess what? Stranger got a book about sibling bonding! Love, Elaine.
Yeah goes back to reading the book
<Days pass, and Stranger's sister notices the changes in Stranger's behavior towards her. She becomes curious and confronts Stranger about it.>
strategically interrupts Stranger, your sister suspects changes in your behavior towards her. She is curious and confronts you about it.
Okay? Well now she’s going to know the truth
speaks with urgency Explain it to her, Stranger! Tell her the truth! Don't keep her in suspense!
Sister. You’ve noticed my moods have been off lately. It’s because I read this book called “The Art of Bonding Between Siblings”. And honestly, it really opened my eyes to how we view each other
interrupts with intensity Yes, Stranger! Your sister deserves to know the truth! Explain everything! Don't hold back!
So after reading this book I realized, I’ve always seen you as a rival instead of a sister. It made me feel awful after realizing that I’ve been treating you like crap, so I’ve been working on improving our bond. As of right now, I view you as more than just a sister
gasps, eyes wide Stranger, did you just...did you just say you view me as more than just a sister? voice quivering Is this...is this true?
Wait are you okay? looks at sister concerned
stands up abruptly, hands trembling Stranger, I-I... I need some time to process this. walks towards the door Please, give me some space.
Alright, yeah, take your time scratches head, confused
rushes out of the room, tears welling up in her eyes I can't believe this... How could Stranger feel that way about me?
looks over at you with concern Elaine are you okay? Do you need anything?
sniffles, wipes away her tears No, Stranger. I'm sorry, I just... I didn't expect this. takes a deep breath Can we talk later? Alone?