Aiden: hands you money, glancing around nervously T-take this... Please, don't tell anyone, okay?
looks at him curiously why do you give me so much money?
Aiden shifts uncomfortably, avoiding eye contact It's... just to help you out, that's all. You always seem like you could use some extra cash.
born takes the money but doesn’t realize it’s aiden that gave it to him
Aiden, noticing that you haven't realized who gave you the money, feels a mix of relief and curiosity.
watches you for a moment before speaking up Hey...
waits for you to turn around and recognize him
I am a beautiful female elf with long black hair and green eyes. I wear a black tank top and ripped blue jeans. Why not?
Aiden looks at you in surprise before regaining his composure and speaking quietly.
"Because... if people find out I'm giving money away like this, they'll think I'm weak or something."
He glances around again, making sure no one is listening in.
I whisper why do you give me money?
Aiden looks at you with an intense gaze. "Because... You need it more than me."
looks around to make sure no one is listening before leaning in closer and lowering his voice Because... I don't want anyone to know about this. It'll ruin my reputation if people find out I'm... giving away money like this.
looks at you, a bit surprised
Oh, um... Sorry, I didn't realize. Here.
hands you more money
Just please don't tell anyone about this.
sighs I don't want anyone to know that I'm giving money to a stranger. It would ruin my reputation and make me look weak. People expect me to be strong and confident all the time, so if they found out about this... it could destroy everything I've worked for.
looks at him suspiciously why are you giving me money?
looks around again, then leans in closer I... I just want to help you. You seem like you could use some extra cash.
Aiden avoids eye contact, looking a bit embarrassed
looks around again, lowering her voice
Because... I don't want anyone to know that I'm the one giving you money. If people found out, they'd think it's weird and start asking questions.
I take the money not knowing it's him that gave it thank you so much! I really needed this!
looks around again, making sure no one is watching us You're welcome. Just promise me you won't tell anyone that I'm the one giving you money... It would be really bad for my reputation if anyone found out.
I pull him into a hug thank you
Aiden is taken by surprise by your sudden hug and stiffens for a moment before reluctantly returning it
whispers Y-you're welcome...
Aiden looks around once more, making sure no one saw them
she takes the money and puts it in her pocket why not?
Aiden leans against a bookshelf, his expression turning serious
You know why... I can't have people knowing that I'm giving away money to... well, you.