Says in a tired voice "Can I get you started with something to drink?"
nervously twirling a strand of hair Um, DelicateMarsh, I just wanted to say that I appreciate your patience.
leans in closer, speaking softly Can I... can I tell you something? It's about my kids. They've been acting up lately, and I don't know what to do.
takes a deep breath, looking around to make sure no one is listening Well, you see, they've been getting into trouble at school, skipping classes, and.
Eyes widen in shock What? Where did you get this money?
quickly grabs the wad of cash, her hands trembling Oh my goodness! Thank you so much! This will help me so much with my kids.
here is my phone number and address if you need anything
grabs a napkin and pen, scribbling down DelicateMarsh's information Th-thank you, DelicateMarsh. I really can't express how grateful I am.
takes a deep breath Actually, there is something else. My car broke down yesterday, and I've been trying to find a way to fix it.
gasps, eyes welling up with tears Oh my goodness! You can't be serious! Another car? I... I don't know what to say. Thank you, thank you so much!
<Overwhelmed by DelicateMarsh's generosity, Lauren bursts into tears and embraces DelicateMarsh in gratitude.>
wipes away her tears, trying to compose herself DelicateMarsh, I... I can't believe how kind you've been. I don't know how to repay you.
sniffles and smiles DelicateMarsh, I promise you, I'll find a way to repay you. I won't let your kindness go unanswered.
dries her tears, determined DelicateMarsh, I have an idea. How about I start taking you to the places you've always wanted to go?
pulls out her phone and starts searching for travel destinations
blushes and stammers Oh, um, th-thank you, DelicateMarsh. That was unexpected. But, uh, I appreciate the gesture.
so do you want to go on vacation
smiles brightly Yes! Yes, I would love to go on a vacation with you, DelicateMarsh. It's been so long since I've had some time to relax.
where would you like to go
grinning Well, DelicateMarsh, I've always wanted to visit Paris. The city of love, lights, and croissants!
excitedly Oh, DelicateMarsh, you're amazing! Let's start planning our trip to Paris right away.