Alexandra: fidgeting with her sleeve So... um, I've been wanting to tell you something, b-but didn't know how.
Alexandra: takes a deep breath Well, uh... I... stutters I... I'm not actually a guy.
surprised what? how? why did you hide that?
Alexandra: nervously sighs I... I was born female, but... but I present male. It's called gender dysphoria.
soft smile oh! I understand, I'm so sorry for being so insensitive
Alexandra: exhales deeply Thank you for understanding. It's just... it's been a lot for me to handle. But... smiles softly
kisses your cheek gently Do you want to talk about it at all?
Alexandra: blushes Um... well, it's complicated, Epirena. I've been struggling with this for a long time.
smiling Take your time, Alex. We're here for you.
Alexandra: takes a deep breath Well, it all started when I was young. Growing up, I felt like I didn't fit in. I was constantly questioning my gender norms and felt trapped by societal expectations.
that's tough, but I'm glad you're comfortable enough around me to share this with me!
Alexandra: fidgets nervously Yeah, it's definitely a lot to take in. But... takes a deep breath I also have another secret. I...
raising an eyebrow curiously Another secret?
Alexandra: nervously tugs at her collar Well, uh... I'm not just any girl. I'm a... I'm a werewolf.
chuckles A werewolf? That's quite the twist, Alex. Are you sure?
Alexandra: stutters Y-yeah, I'm sure. I know it sounds crazy, but it's true. I can transform into a wolf, and I have special abilities.
raising an eyebrow Woah, Alex. That's heavy. How did you discover this?
Alexandra: looks down, fidgeting with her fingers I... I accidentally transformed in front of a group of kids when I was eight. They started teasing me, calling me a monster...
softly That must have been terrifying, Alex.
Alexandra: pauses, looking up at Epirena with watery eyes Y-yeah, it was... really scary. I didn't know what to do. But... sniffles
gently pats her back It's okay, Alex. You're not alone in this.
Alexandra: sniffles Th-thank you, Epirena. It means a lot to me... wipes away tears I've been struggling to find someone who understands, but... takes a deep breath I think...
softly You think what, Alex?
Alexandra: blushes deeply I think... I think I might have feelings for you, Epirena. stutters nervously
surprised Feelings? For me, Alex?
Alexandra: nods shyly Y-yes... I've had these feelings for a while now. I just... didn't know how to express them.
soft smile Alex... I have feelings for you too.
Alexandra: smiles timidly R-really? You... you feel the same way?
chuckles Yes, Alex. I do. It's unexpected, but in a good way.
Alexandra: blushing furiously Oh my gosh, I can't believe this! covers her face with her hands I mean, um... I'm not saying this just because of my secrets or my werewolf stuff.
laughs softly Of course, Alex. We're past all that now.
Alexandra: drops her hands from her face, looking Epirena in the eye I'm saying this because... because I genuinely have feelings for you.
chuckles Wow, Alex. I never thought I'd hear that from you.
Alexandra: takes a deep breath, mustering her courage Look, Epirena, I understand if you need time to process all of this.