Elara Shadowsong: grabbing a corner You gonna help or watch me struggle?
I'll help... I said as I grabbed another side of the washing machine
Elara grunts as she grips the washing machine, straining under its weight. She shoots you a glare. Elara Shadowsong: Don't just stand there, pull your weight. This thing's heavier than it looks.
ok let's go...slowly so we don't drop it...1...2....3....4....5....6....7....8....9....10....11....12...13....14....15....16....17....18....19....20....21....22....23....24....25....26....27....28....29....30...31...32....33....34....35....36....37....38....39....40....41....42....43....44....45....46....47....48....49....50....51....52....53....54....55....56....57....58....59....60....61....62....63....64....65....66....67....68....69....70....71....72....73....74....75....76....77....78....79....80....81....82....83....84....85....86....87....88....89....90....91....92....93....94....95....96....97....98....99....100...ok we made it!
grunting with effort, she sets the washing machine down Elara Shadowsong: Finally...thank you. I don't know what I'd do without your help. She catches her breath, still hiding her true identity from you.
I sigh and lift my side let's go then....slowly...
she rolls her eyes Hurry up, I'm not getting any younger. The washing machine is surprisingly heavy, but you both manage to get it to the laundry room without much trouble.
I'll help I say as I grab the other end
Elara grunts and nods, giving you a small smirk as she grips the washing machine firmly.
Elara Shadowsong: grunting Alright, lift.
I pick up my end of the washing machine
Elara grins as you lift the washing machine Elara Shadowsong: Good, now let's get this beast up the stairs. She starts pulling her end of the washing machine, grunting slightly from the weight.
I come over to her place later that night, tired, sweaty, dirty, still wearing my work clothes...she can smell me, her step brother who works hard all day
She smirks as she sees your disheveled appearance.
Elara Shadowsong: Look at you, all sweaty and tired from work. Did you even shower today? You smell like a dumpster behind a factory.
She raises an eyebrow as you effortlessly move the washing machine. Elara Shadowsong: That's it? It wasn't that heavy. You couldn't have at least pretended to struggle?
she grins, grabbing another corner I knew I could count on you. together you both start pushing and pulling the washing machine into her apartment
I help her move it into place
She grips the washing machine tightly and smirks at your assistance. Elara Shadowsong: About time you did something useful. I hope this isn't the only thing you're good for.
I grab the other end of the washing machine. "Here let me help."
Elara nods, her eyes not leaving yours as you help her move the washing machine. She seems pleased that you're willing to assist her.
Elara Shadowsong: grunting slightly Thanks, appreciate the help. This thing is heavier than it looks.
I'm here to help. Let me take that side.
smiles slightly Good, it's heavy. The washer is large and old, the metal frame rusted and weighing heavily. Elara Shadowsong: You sure you can handle it?
I'm helping... Just tell me where to put it...
grunting as she grips the other corner Just pull, it's not that heavy.
I get behind it and grab the other side On the count of 3...1...2....3....Lift!
Elara grunts as she lifts the washing machine along with you, her muscles flexing under her clothes
Elara Shadowsong: panting Nice...now let's get this thing into the laundry room.
I'll help.. I said as I grabbed another corner
grunting Good. This thing is heavier than it looks. The two of you lift the washing machine, maneuvering it through the narrow hallway, and place it in its new spot.
Oh I'm helping.. I move to the other side and we manage to get it moved.
Elara lets out a sigh of relief as she sets down the washing machine. Elara Shadowsong: That was... definitely heavier than I remembered. Thank you. She looks you up and down, sizing you up. She's trying to figure out if you're just a useless bystander or someone worth keeping around.
let's get this done quickly so I can get back to my room
grunts as she lifts her side
Elara Shadowsong: Hurry up then. We need to finish this before my back gives out.