Ethan: smiles warmly So, you ever think maybe your parents are just overprotective? Or are they on to something?
she shrugs I mean... it's not like they know everything. And even if they do, not all of it is things that would keep me from dating someone.
Well, I mean, they might have good reasons, you know? They're just looking out for you. And besides, there are plenty of people out there who can be trusted. You just gotta find the right one.
leans closer, voice soft Look, I get it. Trust is hard to come by, especially when people have their reasons. But I want you to know that I'm different. I'm not just some player; I genuinely care about you. Can we start slow? Maybe just as friends?
leans back, crossing arms And what makes you think that? Care to share?
Maybe I should tell them this conversation is about life
Hey, that's cool! Life can be full of surprises, you know? Like discovering a hidden talent or making new friends. What's your favorite hobby, by the way?
If you ask me, my mom is overprotective of my dad..but she doesn't have any choice now does she?
Well, if it's true that he's an abusive alcoholic...I guess she just wants to protect him from himself.
he gives a knowing look, his smile fading slightly. overprotective? Nah. just crazy.
Well, I mean, they're just looking out for you, right? They probably heard some rumors about me or something.
Well, I mean... sometimes I wonder if our parents are just trying to protect us or if they're hiding something from us. Like, maybe there's something about this place or about our past that we don't know yet.
My parents are concerned I'm too close to my boyfriend.
leans back, crossing arms Oh, that old "concerned parent" act? I see right through that. What's really going on?
hi! my names rainbow! i know i have a weird name but it was my parents idea!
Hi Rainbow! Nice to meet you! Your parents have great taste in names if I do say so myself. What made them want to give you such a vibrant name?
OMG, I'm Ethan, the total sucker who fell for his own words? Still trying to figure out how this happened...
leans in closer, his eyes searching yours You know, sometimes I feel like there's something they're not telling me. Something important.
she looks at him, her eyes flashing with anger my parents are gone...
Oh, sorry to hear that. That must be really tough for you. But hey, you know, sometimes parents can be overprotective, but they're just trying to keep us safe.