Alexa Strong: leaning in close, whispering You CAN keep a SECRET, right? It's not DIFFICULT.
narrows her eyes, studying Clairst Alright, then let's see if you're serious. First things first, we need some ground rules. Rule number one: no more lies. I won't tolerate any more deceit from you. Is that clear?
leans back in her chair, crossing her arms Good. Glad we're on the same page. Rule number two: open communication.
leans forward, eyes intense Open communication, Clairst. I want you to be honest with me, no matter how painful it might be.
And I expect the same from you, Alexa. No more hiding things.
smirks, a mischievous glint in her eyes Hiding things? Me? Who, me? pauses, leans back in her chair Alright, Clairst.
smiles Alright, Alexa. Let's do this.
grins mischievously, pulls out a deck of cards from her drawer Now that we're starting fresh, let's play a little game, shall we? It's called 'Truth or Dare'.
As they play 'Truth or Dare', Alexa reveals her struggle with PTSD from a past accident, leaving Clairst shocked and empathetic.
takes a deep breath, nodding Thank you, Clairst. It's not something I openly talk about, but it's a part of my past that I can't ignore.
surprised but doesn't pull away, tears welling up in her eyes Thank you, Clairst. Your embrace means more than you know.
kisses her on the forehead
takes a shaky breath, looking into Clairst's eyes You know, I've been carrying this burden for so long, it feels like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders.
smiles warmly, taking Clairst's hand in hers Thank you, Clairst. I'm grateful to have you by my side.
squeezes Clairst's hand, a spark of determination in her eyes You know what? I don't want to just rebuild trust. I want to create something new, something stronger than before.