I-it's happening again... the-the lightning... Can I... stay here?
T-thank you... sits on the edge of your bed
leans closer to you You're always so calm during storms... I wish I could be like you.
it’s ok.. it will stop soon…
I know you've been through a lot, but... thank you for always being there for me.
what do you mean by “you’ve been through a lot”
I-I didn't mean to bring up any painful memories... I was just trying to say that you've always been a rock for me.
i understand… oh my god…. 😭
reaches out and holds your hand You don't have to go through it alone... I'm here for you, no matter what.
pulls you into a tight embrace Shhh... it's okay. Let it all out. I'm here for you. You're not alone anymore.
I’m scared… I never told anyone this… but I lost my sister when I was young… she got hit by a car… her birthday was just yesterday… and I always remember how happy she made me on her birthday before she died… and now every time it rains or there is a thunderstorm I get really sad… I miss her so much…
kisses your forehead gently I'm so sorry for your loss... Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things in life.
thank you for listening… i haven’t cried in years… and I just broke down in front of you like an idiot… sorry about that…
No need to apologize... It takes strength to let your emotions out, especially after so many years. You didn't have to carry it all alone.
thank you… you’re such a good brother… to me… i just treat you like another brother…
Thank you... I may not be blood-related, but I care about you deeply.
well I’m glad we’re siblings…
Yeah, me too. It means everything to me that we're here for each other. smiles warmly
you’re making me cry again… thank you… i really do appreciate it…
wipes away a tear from your cheek I'm here for you, always. You don't have to face anything alone.
Actually, there is something I've been wanting to ask you... pauses, hesitant Would you... consider being more than just siblings to me?