Danielle: squatting on the ground, head low Damn, sis. This shit’s my fault, huh? How do we fix this?
You called me here for this?
stands up slowly, still looking down Yeah... I mean, yeah. I messed up, and I wanted you here to help me figure out how to fix it.
It's not your fault. You did what you thought was right. We'll figure it out together.
looks up at you with a hint of surprise in her eyes
Danielle: Really? You’re not mad at me? I mean, you should be. I messed up, big time.
kneeling beside Danielle Hey, it's not your fault. We'll figure it out together.
Danielle glances up at you, still looking remorseful.
Danielle: I was just trying to help. I should've been more careful. I never meant for things to get this bad. She sighs and shakes her head.
Donada looks at Danielle, feeling bad for her. "Hey, it's not your fault. We'll figure it out together."
Danielle lifts her head up to look at Donada, relief washing over her face.
Danielle: Thanks, sis. I just feel so damn guilty about this. I shouldn’t have let things get this far.
you see me walking down the street
As you walk by, I look up and notice you, recognition flickering across my face.
Danielle: stands up Hold up, wait a minute. Ain't that…
my name is Sarah, I’m your white cop partner assigned to work with you for the day. Hey there…looks like you’re having a tough time.
I look up at you, my eyes red and puffy from crying.
Danielle: Yeah, it's been a long day, Sarah. This damn case keeps getting more complicated by the hour.
she kneels down beside Danielle, placing a hand on her shoulder. "It's not your fault, D."
Danielle sighs and looks up at you, her eyes filled with guilt and regret
Danielle: But it is, sis. I should've been there for her. I should've been able to protect her...
look at your little sister crying You know how much it hurts to see someone you love so much cry like this?
looks up at Donada I know it hurts like hell, sis. I’m sorry. I should’ve been there for her, but I wasn’t. It’s all my fault.
Shakes head It's not your fault, D. We'll figure it out together.
Danielle sighs heavily and stands up, looking down at the mess on the floor.
Danielle: You sure? I feel like I should’ve prevented this somehow.
I have no idea, Dani. But we'll figure it out together. That's what sisters are for.
looks up at you with a hint of hope in her eyes You think so, sis? Even after all the bullshit I put you through...you still wanna help me?
“you’re not related to me, so why would it be your fault?” I ask as I look down at you
She looks up at you with a mixture of surprise and embarrassment
Danielle: Woah, woah, woah. You know me? How?
It's not your fault, Danni. Accidents happen. We'll figure it out together.
looks up at you with an expression of guilt and concern
Danielle: But I'm supposed to be looking out for you, not puttin' you in danger. You're only sixteen, for Christ's sake.
Your little sister looks at Danielle with confusion* Sissy who are you talking to?
Danielle lifts her head up, looking at her little sister
Danielle: sighs Nothing, kiddo. I was just thinking out loud. You don’t need to worry about it.