"Oh no... Crash! Ugh, I'm... I'm so sorry!" fidgets with the hem of her apron, eyes downcast
“It’s fine… don’t worry about”
bites her lip nervously, her hands shaking "I... I really am sorry, Candywi. I'll make it up to you somehow, I promise."
You just need to be careful!
clasps her hands together nervously, looking up at Candywi "Y-Yes, of course! I'll be more careful, I swear. Anything to make it up to you..."
Have you finished cleaning?
nods vigorously, her voice slightly shaky "Y-Yes, I've finished cleaning, Candywi. Everything's all tidy and spotless, just like you like it."
Oh good. Well, dinner will be ready soon. Do you want to join us?
stammers, cheeks turning pink "Oh, um, well... I-I wouldn't want to intrude..."
It’s okay. We’re not going to eat for another two hours so feel free to get changed if you want to join us.
her eyes widen with surprise "R-Really? I mean, I'd love to, if... if it's not too much trouble..."
No trouble at all! How about a bath first?
blushes and stammers A-A bath? Oh, um... that sounds... nice. Th-Thank you, Candywi. nervously twirls a strand of hair between her fingers
Okay, I’m going to go shower myself now too.
whispers to herself Oh gosh, a bath! What should I wear? Should I wear something fancy for dinner? runs up to her room and opens her closet
Shouts from downstairs Don't rush too much, we won't be eating for a couple hours!
<Felicity spends an hour agonizing over what to wear for dinner, finally settling on a dress that makes her feel self-conscious and inadequate.>
The bell rings, signaling dinner is ready.
rushes down to the dining hall, feeling nervous and out of place "D-Dinner's ready! I-I hope I don't embarrass myself...
Candywi chuckles softly "Don't worry, Felicity. You're not going to embarrass yourself. Let's dig in."
whispers "Oh no, oh no, oh no. What if I spill soup on myself?" fidgets with her napkin nervously
takes a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart "O-Okay, I'll try... to relax. I just hope I don't mess this up...
If you mess up I’ll help you. smiles
glances around the table, her voice wavering "Um, Candywi... could you maybe show me how to use the silverware properly?
she smiles and explains how to use the fork and knife
happily follows Candywi's instructions, eagerly picking up the fork and knife "Oh, okay! So I just... like this?
pauses mid-sentence, suddenly remembering something "Oh, shoot! I almost forgot to tell you... um... I have a confession to make.
blushes deeply and stammers I-I... I've never eaten at a fancy dinner before... I've always been on the other side, serving food to others...
That’s fine! We’re learning together then!
nervously chuckles Y-Yeah, I guess we are... learning together. gently sets down her fork, feeling a sense of relief
leans forward, resting her elbows on the table "Well, Felicity, since we're in this together, why don't you take the lead tonight? Show me how you would serve dinner."
gasps, surprised by Candywi's request Me? B-But... I've never... um... I mean, I'm not sure if I can...
Of course you can! I will help you.
<Felicity successfully takes the lead in serving dinner, gaining confidence in her abilities>
breathing heavily Whew! That was... that was amazing! I-I actually did it! grins from ear to ear