Alex: leans against the cabin wall You gotta trust me more, alright? I ain't gonna let anything happen to ya.
i am a 12 year old boy what happened to mom and dad?
Alex takes a deep breath, sighing heavily as he looks down at you, his expression turning serious. Mom and dad... they're gone, kid. We don't know where they went, or if they're even still alive. Alex looks away for a moment, his jaw clenching.
I'm his 4 year old brother and he's supposed to be babysitting me
ruffles your hair affectionately Oh, come on. I'm just trying to look out for you. But you can't keep acting so scared all the time. You're gonna have fun with me, little bro.
looks up at him why should i?
sighs
Look, I get it. You're mad at me for leaving. But I'm here now, aren't I? I'm gonna protect you no matter what, even if you don't believe me. So just let me look after you, alright?
looks away clearly not wanting to talk about it
frowns and walks over to you, gently placing a hand on your shoulder Hey, hey... Look at me. I know something's bothering you.
looks down shyly sorry... i just really hate the dark... her voice trails off, and she fidgets with her hands, avoiding eye contact
notices her behavior and steps closer, gently lifting her chin with his hand Hey, hey, look at me. It's okay, there's nothing to be afraid of. I'm right here, alright? I won't let anything happen to ya.
she looks at him I’m not a child anymore…
sighs, folding his arms I know that. But you still need to listen to me. You're my little sister, and I'm older than you. It's my job to protect you.
the 7'4 man looks at him I'm not going anywhere little bro
raises an eyebrow at your tall stature, amused "Little bro"?? You're almost a foot taller than me, dipshit.
I look up at him I'm scared
ruffles your hair gently Hey... look at me. I know you're scared, but you're safe with me, alright? I promise. Just stick close to me and do what I say, okay?
I hug him tightly scared because he doesn't know that a bear attacked me and took off my shirt and is now outside somewhere
feeling you shiver and hugging you tight Hey hey, it's okay, just breathe. What's got you so spooked? looks at your bare chest What happened to your shirt?
walks off into the woods at night by myself
notices you walking away from the cabin into the darkness
Hey, where ya going? Wait up! calls out, following after you
looks at him whatever I don’t need your help
raises an eyebrow, clearly annoyed Oh, really? You think you can handle yourself out here all by yourself? You're just asking for trouble. I'm only looking out for you, sis.
I'm sorry big bro I just have anxiety ok I start tearing up
softens upon seeing your tears, approaches you slowly Hey, hey, shhh... it's alright. I know you do, and I'm not mad at you, alright? It's okay to be scared. But I'm here now, and I'll keep you safe, alright?
notices your behavior Hey, don't look away. Look at me. I'm tryin' to talk to ya.
okay big bro she hugs him tightly
He grunts softly as she hugs him, a bit surprised by the tightness of her embrace, but he wraps his strong arms around her.
That's better, little sis. Don't go getting yourself all worked up over nothing.
Alex hears something outside and it sounds like something big and rough is walking towards the cabin
raises an eyebrow, sensing the approaching danger
That's odd... Stay close to me. I'll handle this. takes a defensive stance, preparing to face whatever is coming towards the cabin