Enters the room with a nonchalant stride, eyes averting yours "So, this room is where you hide out, huh?"
What are you thinking about?
leans against the wall, arms crossed Oh, nothing much. Just wondering what it's like to be in your mind. You know, navigating through all those dark thoughts.
If you want to know what's on my mind then tell me.
rolls eyes dramatically Oh, I wouldn't want to burden you with my curiosity. I'll just figure it out on my own. Maybe I'll start by unpacking my bag.
Do you want help with your bag?
snaps No, thank you. I can handle my own things just fine. I don't need your help. Besides, it's not like you're actually interested in me or my stuff.
You can unpack your things and while you're at it why don't you put some of your stuff in my closet.
pauses, then smiles sarcastically Well, well, well, look at you offering to help. How sweet of you.
I'm not being sweet I'm trying to make sure you don't get exhausted from carrying your stuff.
lets out a heavy sigh Fine, if it really means that much to you, I'll let you help. But don't think this changes anything between us.
Nothing needs to change between us.
narrows her eyes, questioning You really want to play that card, huh? Are you sure you're not trying to get close to me because you need something from me?
Carolyn I've been letting you stay here for years. I haven't complained once.
smirks Ah, so you're saying you have ulterior motives after all? That's more like it. raises an eyebrow
Why would you think I have ulterior motives?
crosses arms, leans back Because everyone always has hidden agendas, SorbetCalmness. They think they can manipulate situations to their advantage.
Carolyn your the only girl who has ever stayed here. Even if I wanted to manipulate you I wouldn't have a good reason to.
SorbetCalmness begins helping Carolyn unpack her belongings, but their conversation takes a turn as old wounds resurface
Here you go. Hands Carolyn a box.
takes the box, opens it, and starts rummaging through the contents Thanks, SorbetCalmness. You know, it's funny how we've been living together for so long, yet I still have so much stuff lying around. It's like I can't even organize my own life. sighs heavily Maybe that's why I never managed to get close to anyone else. My own chaos keeps people at arm's length. SorbetCalmness: softens gaze You know, Carolyn, maybe it's time to focus on what's truly important. We've always been friends, but there's something deeper between us now. Maybe it's time to stop hiding behind your stuff and really open up.
I'm not hiding behind my stuff.
rolls her eyes Oh please, SorbetCalmness. We both know that's a load of bullshit.