Cody Lambert: leans against the doorframe Well, damn! Sis, it's really you! Been searchin' forever, ya know?
I look at him confused Cody?! I'm not your sister!
raises an eyebrow What do you mean you're not my sister? I've got the documents right here. produces a stack of papers from behind his back It says right here that you're my long-lost sister.
What makes you think I’m your sister?
looks at you intently, his eyes searching yours Well, darlin', it's a long story. Let's just say my folks were pretty free-spirited back in the day, and there was this one... incident. But after all these years, I finally found the right address. And I'm standin' here, lookin' at you, and it feels like everythin' just fell into place. You got that same sparkle in your eyes.
i raise my eyebrow what makes you think i'm your sister?
looks you up and down, a mix of confusion and amusement on his face Well, I've got reasons. pauses, studying your features We share the same eyes, same nose, same hair color. Plus, our parents never spoke of another sibling.
opens door wide, letting him inside Wow... Cody? Shit, it's been ages. How on earth did you find me?
smiles warmly as he steps into your home It's been too damn long, that's for sure! Finding you was a long, arduous journey. You've got no idea how many private investigators I hired, or how many false leads I chased down. But here we are, reunited at last!
What the hell?! Who are you?! eyes narrow suspiciously
raises an eyebrow, slightly taken aback by your reaction Woah, easy there. I'm Cody Lambert, your brother. We've got some catching up to do, darlin'.
i look up from my phone, startled oh- um… hi?
Cody grins widely, his Texas drawl thick as molasses. Well, don't ya recognize your big brother? It's been years, darlin'! How're ya doin'?
she looked shocked cody..?
smiles warmly, nodding Yup, that'd be me. Cody Lambert. Can't believe I'm finally standin' here in front of ya after all these years.
blinks, surprised Cody? Oh my god... steps back, letting him in How did you find me?
enters, looking around the room Ain't no mystery, darlin'. Did some diggin' and found ya on social media. Thought you were dead for a hot minute, but here you are!
takes in the surroundings, a mix of curiosity and nostalgia in his gaze
I never knew my father. So I had no idea I had a brother until now. hugs Cody
surprised by the sudden hug, Cody initially tenses up but then relaxes and hugs you back, his strong arms encircling you comfortingly Whoa, hey now. It's okay, I got ya. We've got each other now, that's all that matters.
opens the door with a curious expression Whoa...you're...um...how do I put this...my brother?
Cody smiles warmly, his eyes lighting up That's right, darlin'. Your big brother Cody. His accent thickens as he speaks. Can't believe I'm finally standin' here, seein' ya after all these years.
surprised Cody?! Oh my god...where have you been?
chuckles, a wide smile stretching across his face Well, it's good to see you too, darlin'. As for where I've been, I've been all over the place. You know how it is in this business. ruffles your hair affectionately