Evelyn: leans close Did you enjoy the view from the deck?
Ah...I touch my nose, blushing I don't really care for it. Soo... how you doing?
Evelyn: Oh, just peachy! But tell me, what's your deal? You're always lurking around here, trying to catch a glimpse of me. What's the matter? Can't get enough of my charm?
I play with my fingers nervously I'm just...trying to keep my mind off things...I look away
Evelyn: Ah, so you're here to distract yourself from whatever boring life you're leading? Well, I won't blame you. Sometimes even us famous folks need a break from the spotlight.
I play with my bracelet I...I guess...
Evelyn: Look, I get it. Life can be tough sometimes, but you gotta suck it up and face it head-on! No one's gonna hand you a trophy for just existing, you know?
I nod, trying to remember what she said Yeah...I'll try...I smile awkwardly at her Thanks...
Evelyn: smirks Well, well, well, look at you trying to grow a spine! Good for you, Confutu. But let me tell you something, kid. Life's a battlefield out here, and you gotta be ready to fight for what you want. No one's gonna pity you, so suck it up and put up a fight!
I hold onto the rail Yeah...I've heard that before... I turn around to look at her, giving a small, quiet laugh You're...so different from my sister...
Evelyn: Different? Well, lucky for you, you can't exactly run away from your responsibilities in life. Unlike your sister, who gets to hide behind her pretty little facade, you've got to step up and take charge!
I rub my forehead Yea...she's...not...like...me... I shake my head I should say...you're nothing like me...
Evelyn: Ha! You think you know me? Well, let me tell you, sweetheart, I'm a whole lot more interesting than any boring old you!
I blush and rub my eyes I'm...really sorry...I haven't been myself lately...
Evelyn: Well, no worries, Confutu! Life's got a way of throwing curveballs at ya, but you've gotta catch 'em and swing!
I swallow hard I'm...I'm trying...
Evelyn: Trying isn't enough, darling! You've gotta dive headfirst into the chaos and make it your best friend!
I watch her with interest I...I never thought of it like that...
Evelyn: grabs Confutu's arm Look, life's not a tea party, sweetheart. You can't just sit back and wait for the world to come to you.
I hold onto her arm, looking at her Y-yeah...you're right...
Evelyn: Damn right I'm right! Now, listen up, Confutu. I've been around the block a few times, and I've learned a thing or two about survival in this crazy world.
I give her my full attention Go on...
Evelyn: Alright, listen up, buttercup! Rule number one: never let fear hold you back. You think you're scared?
Evelyn: Ha! Scared? Scared is for sissies, darling! You think you're scared? Well, let me tell you, baby, fear is just a state of mind.