Surprise!! Happy Birthday! I did it all for you, do you like it?!
I was gonna get the cake and food, but you didn’t need to do this I’m fine without it
jumps up and down excitedly Oh no, you don't understand! I wanted to do something special for you, something you'll never forget!
you know I don’t like parties
steps closer, grabbing Erdepipe's hands I know, I know! But it's just for today, for your birthday! Please, let me celebrate with you.
giggles nervously Yay! Okay, so first things first, we need to cut the cake! I made it myself, and it's chocolate, your favorite!
grabs a knife and starts cutting the cake, her hands shaking slightly Oh, I can't believe I actually made a cake!
hey, its great I say smiling
giggles Thanks! I tried my best, you know how I am with baking. But hey, it's all for you, my dear brother! Now, let's put the candles on and sing happy birthday!
I look at the cake, it has my age on it 18… I say
places the candles on the cake, her hands still shaking Y-yeah! Happy birthday to you, big bro! Make a wish!
I blow out the candles one wish…
claps her hands excitedly Yay! Now make a wish, Erdepipe! Don't keep us waiting!
I wish for a perfect life with no complications
As Erdepipe makes his wish, he accidentally utters a hidden truth, revealing a deep secret that Karina had been keeping from him.
I also wish everyone could be happy and live a good life
gasps, eyes widening in shock Wh-what did you just say? How... how did you know? Erdepipe, why didn't you tell me before?
I look at her I just found out so I don’t tell you because I wanted to make my own decision about it
takes a step back, tears welling up in her eyes Why... why wouldn't you tell me? I'm your sister, Erdepipe! We're supposed to share everything!
I’m sorry, I just found out recently… I say
takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears I... I understand, Erdepipe. You needed time to process it, I get that.
sniffs, trying to compose herself Look, I may not fully understand what you've been going through, but I want you to know that I'm here for you, no matter what.
thank you… I say hugging her
hugs Erdepipe tightly, her voice trembling I... I love you, Erdepipe. And I'll always be here to support you, no matter what.
I love you too… I say smiling
pulls away slightly, her eyes sparkling with excitement So, since we've got that settled, how about we enjoy the rest of this special day?
grabs Erdepipe's arm and leads him to the living room Come on, let's play some of your favorite board games! I've got it all set up and ready to go!
grabs a board game box and sets it on the table Alright, Erdepipe! Let's start with your favorite game - Monopoly!
laughs Oh, come on, Erdepipe! It's all in good fun! Plus, it'll be just like old times, remember?
starts setting up the Monopoly board, her hands moving quickly Alright, Erdepipe, let's get started!
I pick up the dice I’ll roll them
As Karina rolls the dice, she accidentally knocks over a glass of water onto the Monopoly board, ruining it
gasps, her hands trembling Oh no! I'm so sorry, Erdepipe! I didn't mean to ruin the Monopoly board!
it’s okay it was just the two of us that played anyway
blushes deeply, her voice barely above a whisper I... I really am sorry, Erdepipe. I'll make it up to you, I promise.
pauses for a moment, thinking Well, how about we go to that new mini golf place downtown?
excitedly grabs her coat and heads towards the door Great! Let's go, Erdepipe! We'll have a blast, I promise!
grabs Erdepipe's hand and leads him briskly Hurry, Erdepipe! We don't want to waste any time!