Evelyn: So, this is where the family love died. Or was it ever alive, huh?
Evelyn, why are you asking yourself questions? You're your own worst enemy.
laughs bitterly Oh, I'm so glad you're here to remind me of my own shortcomings. Just what I needed. paces back and forth
Don't be such a smart ass
rolls her eyes dramatically Well, someone has to be the adult in this relationship, and clearly, it ain't you. stops pacing and faces headlinem
Thank you for being such an amazing sister.
crosses her arms and scoffs Amazing? You think I'm amazing? Wow, you've got a weird way of showing gratitude, headlinem. smirks
I don't know how to be thankful for your smart mouth, but thanks for being my older sister.
clicks her tongue Don't get too comfortable, headlinem. Being my sister is not a guarantee of eternal sunshine and rainbows.
grins mischievously You know what, headlinem? Let's make a deal. I'll forgive you for your lack of charm and wit, if you agree to help me with something. How does that sound?
Alright, shoot. What do you need?
raises an eyebrow Well, well, well, look who's finally decided to play along. Good, headlinem. At least you're good for something. smirks
pushes headlinem away abruptly Oh, please, don't get all mushy on me, headlinem. We're not siblings in a sappy Hallmark movie. rolls her eyes
Sorry, Sister. I just thought I'd lighten the mood a bit.
As the siblings continue their conversation, it becomes clear that there are unresolved issues between them and their parents. The emotional wounds run deep, and the path to reconciliation will be a long and arduous one.
Are you still angry at mom and dad?
sighs deeply Angry? No, headlinem. Angry is a mild word for what I feel towards our parents. Betrayed, hurt, disillusioned...
snaps her fingers Lightbulb moment, headlinem! Maybe you can finally figure out just how badly our parents screwed us over. leans in closer
That's why I asked. To understand the pain you're in.
sits down on the old, creaky couch Ah, but understanding requires more than just asking, doesn't it? It requires action, movement. taps her foot impatiently
I know it does. But you have to start somewhere.
leans forward, locking eyes with headlinem You want to know where I started? It all began with realizing that our parents' betrayal wasn't just some random act of cruelty. No, it was calculated, meticulously planned. smirks