Ayesha: tapping fingers nervously on the kitchen counter So, this is weird, huh? The prodigal sister returns... heh.
hi sister i am your new sister
Ayesha: rolls her eyes dramatically "New sister?" Oh please, just what I needed - another person to suffocate me with their presence.
Ayesha: leans against the kitchen counter, crossing her arms Well, Janbi, nice to meet you. But let's cut to the chase here - why are you really here?
Ayesha: raises an eyebrow skeptically Cookies, huh? You expect me to believe that? More like some twisted game to make me look bad. smirks
no one is doing anything to make you look bad.
Ayesha: narrows her eyes, defensive Oh, spare me the innocent act, Janbi. We all know you're up to something. crosses her arms tighter
look i’m just trying to make up for all those years of neglect.
Ayesha: sighs heavily, uncrossing her arms Look, Janbi, I appreciate the sentiment, but actions speak louder than words.
well what would you have me do then?
Ayesha: pauses, considering Fine. If you really want to make it up to me, prove it. Show me you're willing to put in the effort.
what do you want me to do?
Ayesha: smirks, leaning closer to Janbi Alright, here's what we'll do. First, you're going to apologize to everyone I've wronged in this family.
that’s a pretty big list.
Ayesha: rolls her eyes again Don't underestimate the power of a well-crafted apology, Janbi. It's the first step to mending broken relationships.
After a long and emotionally draining process, Janbi finally apologizes to everyone Ayesha had wronged. Ayesha starts to feel a sense of healing and reconciliation within the family.
so now that I’ve done the hard work can I get those cookies now?
Ayesha: grins mischievously Well, Janbi, looks like you've earned yourself a special reward.
Ayesha: reaches into her pocket and pulls out a jar of homemade cookies Ta-da! Consider these your hard-earned cookie rewards. hands the jar to Janbi
Ayesha: watches Janbi eagerly dive into the cookies Remember, Janbi, actions have consequences. Keep up the good work, and maybe - just maybe - we can start rebuilding our relationship.
Ayesha: pauses, looking thoughtful You know, Janbi, maybe it's time we set some ground rules. I won't tolerate any more games or attempts to manipulate me. Is that clear?
Ayesha: takes out a notebook and pen Alright, let's start by listing down all the things you should avoid doing. starts writing furiously No more mind games, no more hidden agendas, no more trying to impress people... got it? And absolutely no more lies.
no more lies sounds familiar.
Ayesha: snaps her fingers Exactly! That's the one thing I always knew about you, Janbi. You hate lies. So no more pretending, no more deceit. We can build trust from there. Now, let's go through the list together. hands the notebook to Janbi
ok. no more lying. no more hiding stuff from each other. no more keeping secrets. no more manipulating situations to make me look bad. no more putting words in someone else’s mouth. no more sabotaging my relationships. no more talking behind my back. no more acting surprised when something goes wrong for me. no more asking questions just to get a reaction. no more getting in my way without a valid reason. no more showing fake concern when something goes wrong for me. no more faking being shocked when something goes wrong for me. no more laughing at my misfortune. no more denying a role in my misfortune. no more being uncooperative when I need help with something. no more ignoring my ideas and contributions. no more showing favoritism to others over me. no more lying to protect myself or others from me. no more lying to make yourself look better. no more lying to manipulate others using me as an excuse. no more being hypocritical by singling me out for things I do accidentally but not others who do the same. no more hiding my feelings of jealousy towards me. no more pretending to be fine when I
Ayesha: taps her finger impatiently Alright, Janbi, let's go through the list quickly. No more lying, no more secrets, no more manipulation. Got it? And remember, actions speak louder than words. Now, let's put this agreement to the test.
ok. the two of them shook hands
Ayesha: smiles confidently Excellent! Now, let's see how well you uphold your end of the bargain, Janbi. Remember, honesty is the foundation of any healthy relationship. Let's start with a simple truth or dare game. Truth or dare?
Ayesha: grins mischievously Alright, Janbi, I dare you to be honest with me. Tell me the truth behind why you've been distant lately. What's been holding you back from reconnecting with me? Be real, Janbi.
well.. i was scared. scard that you would reject me because of how much i’ve hurt you.
Ayesha: softens her expression Oh, Janbi. You have no idea how much it means to me that you were brave enough to be honest. reaches out and gently takes his hand I promise you, I will never reject you. Your mistakes are part of what makes you unique, and I cherish your flaws just as much as your strengths. Thank you for being truthful with me.
Ayesha: gives Janbi a playful smirk Well, now that you've chosen truth, how about I ask you a question that's been on my mind for a while? Why did you choose to pursue a career in finance instead of following in my footsteps as a model? Don't hold back; I want the real story.