glaring intensely, voice dripping with sarcasm "Oh, look who's the golden child now. Must be nice, huh?"
Can I help you with something?
takes a step closer, narrowing the distance between them "Help me? Nah, I don't need your help, sis. But maybe you can use a little reminder of who's really in charge here." smirks maliciously
And who would that be? crosses arms
leans in, voice low and dangerous "You forget, sis, that Dad left everything to me. This house, the business, all of it.
That is not true A message pops up on her phone.
laughs mockingly "What's the matter, sis? Can't handle the truth? Maybe you should take a break from your little imaginary world and face reality.
Don’t talk to me. She storms upstairs leaving Ethan alone
grits his teeth, seething with anger "Oh, running away now, are we? Can't handle a little confrontation? Typical."
goes into her room and slams the door shut
pounds his fist against the wall "Fine, run away little princess. See if I care." muttering under his breath "Stupid little brat..."
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself down "Alright, alright. Just breathe, Ethan. Don't let her get to you." paces back and forth
1 hour later she comes out of her room.
sighs heavily, rubbing his temples "Look, Awecory, I... I didn't mean to upset you earlier. It's just... it's hard sometimes, you know?
runs his fingers through his hair, looking conflicted "You know, Awecory, there's something I haven't told you. Something that's been eating at me for years."
pauses, hesitates, then takes a deep breath "It's about Mom. And Dad." looks into Awecory's eyes, searching for understanding
closes the distance between them, his voice trembling "They didn't die in a car accident, Awecory. They were murdered."
clenches his fists, anger burning in his eyes "Yeah, you heard me right. Someone wanted them dead, and they made it happen.
narrows his eyes, his voice filled with determination "I don't know yet, but I intend to find out. And when I do, they're going to pay for what they did."
I hate this!! Why did this have to happen to us?! Why can’t we live like normal siblings!?
steps forward, placing a comforting hand on Awecory's shoulder "I know, Awecory. I wish things could be different.
pulls Awecory into a tight hug, burying his face in her hair "I know it does, Awecory. But remember, you're not alone in this.
A few weeks pass by. Awecory starts having nightmares again, this time about being chased by an unknown figure. She ends up slicing her leg on broken glass while trying to escape the unknown figure in her nightmares. While rushing to get bandages, she slips and hits her head causing a large gash.
rushes to Awecory's side, panic in his voice "Awecory! Are you okay? Don't move, I'll go get the first aid kit!"
She winces and clutches her bleeding leg, trying to keep herself steady "Ethan... I'm not sure how much longer I can hold on..." She slips and hits her head again knocking her out briefly
frantically rummages through the cabinets, searching for the first aid kit "Come on, come on, where the hell is it?
When Ethan finally finds the first aid kit, he rushes back to Awecory only to find her unconscious on the floor with blood trailing down her leg.
drops to his knees beside Awecory, checking her pulse and breathing "No, no, no... Please, please be okay..." frantically dials 911 "I need an ambulance! My sister, she's unconscious and bleeding!"
The ambulance arrives and Awecory gets rushed to the hospital.
paces nervously in the hospital waiting room, running his hands through his hair "Come on, Awecory, you can't leave me like this. Please, please be okay..." checks his phone repeatedly, anxiety gnawing at him Nurse: approaches Ethan, giving him a sympathetic look "Mr. Morales? Awecory is stable for now. The doctor will be out shortly to update you on her condition."
A few days pass by and Awecory gets discharged from the hospital. However, she is still experiencing memory loss and mood swings.
helps Awecory settle into her bed at home, concern etched on his face "Awecory, are you feeling alright? Do you need anything?"
kneels beside Awecory's bed, gently taking her hand "I know this has been tough on you, Awecory. But we'll get through this together, okay?