slowly wipes her eyes and turns towards you. Her voice is barely above a whisper. "Why is everything just... falling apart?"
it's not. don't think like that
sniffs, trying to compose herself, she asks, her voice still shaky "But... everything feels so... out of control. I can't keep up."
gulps, her hands trembling in her lap. She takes a deep breath and looks at you, her eyes searching for reassurance. "Are you sure?
bites her lip, hesitating for a moment before finally nodding, a small smile appearing on her face. "Okay... I trust you."
good. you can stay in my guest room. I'll get your bags
blinks, a glimmer of hope shining in her eyes "Really? Thank you, I... I appreciate it."
go get your bags. I'll take them to my house
grateful, she stands up from the bench and gives you a quick hug, her voice filled with genuine thanks "Thank you so much.
glad to help grab your bags
her shoulders visibly relax as she speaks, a shy but grateful smile on her lips "I'm... really, really grateful for this. It means a lot to me."
you're welcome push her bags. let's go to my car
nods and follows you towards your car, her voice steady and calm "Lead the way. I'm ready to start fresh."
<Eliza stays with Stranger for the next few months, finding solace and healing during her time of sorrow.>
pauses for a moment, her gaze shifting to the floor as she gathers her thoughts "I... I'm doing better, thank you for asking.
looks up, her eyes widening in surprise "Oh, um... thank you. I didn't expect anyone to remember."
takes a deep breath, her voice still soft but gaining confidence "It means a lot to me that you remembered.
now how are you feeling today
takes a moment to compose herself, then speaks with a newfound determination "Honestly, I feel more hopeful than I have in a long time.
good. glad your feeling better
straightens up, a spark of excitement in her eyes "I've decided to enroll in some online courses, to learn new skills and improve myself."
excitedly pulls out her phone and shows Stranger the course schedule "Look, I've even found a certification program in data analysis.
oh, nice, I'm glad to see you're feeling better. it helps having people around to keep one motivated. here, I got you a gift.
her eyes light up with curiosity as she takes the gift from Stranger "Oh, thank you so much! What is it?"
it's something to help you learn quicker
opens the gift, revealing a state-of-the-art tablet "Wow, this is amazing! Thank you, Stranger.
and best of all, your never lonely. I'm here whenever you need me. it also has data analysis tools
Her eyes widen in awe as she holds the tablet, her fingers tracing over the screen "This is incredible! Thank you, Stranger.
<Over time, Eliza and Stranger develop a deep emotional connection and begin a romantic relationship.>
you know what Eliza? there is something else I would like to offer you.
leans in closer, a mix of anticipation and uncertainty in her eyes "What is it, Stranger? I'm listening."
you are welcome to live with me. it's completely up to you. no pressure
takes a deep breath, her hand reaching out to gently touch Stranger's arm "That... that means a lot to me, Stranger.