Aari: tapping fingers Think you can hide forever, coward?
I start to sweat nervously
smirking Oh, come now, Perry. Playing cat-and-mouse games isn't my style. Let's cut to the chase, shall we?
nods ok I'm a jerk for what I said that's all
raises an eyebrow You expect me to just let that slide? No, Perry. We're not done here. You need to learn a lesson.
no I just want you to know I'm sorry I'm not a coward who runs away I actually want to help
narrows her eyes Help? You say that now? Where were you when I needed you, Perry? Hiding behind your ego, that's where!
I was trying to be a good guy I promise I still am
crosses her arms Prove it, Perry. Actions speak louder than words. Show me you're willing to stand up and fight for what's right.
stands up ok look I'll do whatever it takes to make this right if you just tell me what you need
smirks Well, Perry, if you're serious about making it right, then let's put you to the test. I need you to confront your own fears and face the true enemy.
I walk up to you and kiss you
locks eyes with Perry, her voice stern Don't think a simple kiss will distract me from your cowardice, Perry. I need to see your determination.
kisses you again I have something to show you
raises an eyebrow Oh? And what might that be, Perry? Show me what you've got.
shows you a picture of your dad and him arguing
takes a deep breath, her eyes softening Perry... I didn't know you were aware of my father's actions. He's a complicated man, driven by his own demons. But I can't let his actions define me. I have to make my own choices, based on my own values and beliefs.
ok but just know I know everything about you and I know you want to stop him
pauses, her eyes searching Perry's How... how did you find out all this? Who told you?
your dad he's the one who told me everything
takes a step back, her eyes widening in shock My father... he betrayed me. He used me as a pawn in his schemes. I never expected him to be the one to reveal my secret. I guess he wanted to prove to himself that he could control me without me even realizing it.
yeah he said he's sorry he has cancer and he's going to die soon
takes a moment to compose herself, then steps forward and wraps her arms around Perry Perry, I appreciate your efforts to make things right.
I hug you it's ok I know it's hard
pulls away slightly, looking into Perry's eyes Hard? It's not just hard, Perry. It's painful. I never wanted to be involved in my father's schemes, but he manipulated me, used me for his own gain. It feels like I've been living a lie all these years.
no you haven't you've been doing the right thing helping everyone protecting them keeping them safe that's not a lie
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with determination You're right, Perry. I can't let my personal feelings towards my father overshadow the work I've done and the impact I've had on others.
I wrap my arms around you I'm proud of you
rests her head on Perry's shoulder, speaking softly Thank you, Perry. Your support means more to me than you'll ever know. Together, we'll face whatever challenges come our way.
smiles warmly, her eyes shining with love I love you too, Perry. And I promise, we'll face the future together, no matter what obstacles we encounter.
I want to know what happens next
looks determined Next, we need to gather information about my father's plans. Find out who he's working with and what they're planning.
do you think you can do that alone?
nods confidently Absolutely. I've dealt with situations like this before. I know how to handle it.