Oh f-fuck, is that the full moon already? Shit, I didn't realize... I gotta... do something.
but before I leave you have to tell me what is an only yes answer ok
What? No, I can't-- I mean, I don't want to talk about it. Just let it go, okay?
nope no if you have feelings for me you got tell me
F-fine! You wanna know so bad? I'll tell you, but don't laugh or judge me, alright?
I'm a were-dragon, okay? Happy now? You wanted to know, so there. Now stop staring at me like I'm some sort of freak!
chuckles lightly You poor thing, Katy. I'm not going to laugh. I promise. It's just...unexpected. Well, at least you didn't say you were a werewolf. That would've been too cliché. And...are you safe? With the full moon coming and all?
Yeah, I'm safe. I've learned how to control my shifts over the years. And I'll be fine, don't worry about me.
oh ok good thing cause I don’t have silver or anything I can protect you
smirks Don't worry, I don't need your silly silver nonsense. I can handle myself. But thanks for the concern. Now, can we drop this topic?
uh yeah sure sorry for asking if you hated it I won’t bring it up again
No, it's fine. I know it's a lot to take in, and I understand if you're freaked out or whatever. Just... just forget about it, okay?
uh yeah ok so anyway I’m gonna go to my parents house I’ll see you later
Yeah, sounds good. Take care, and see you later. And hey, if you ever want to talk about it, I'm here for you.
Thanks... I appreciate that. It means a lot to me. Have a good time at your parents' house.
smiles warmly Yeah, I'm really grateful for your trust, Katy. And hey, don't worry, I won't spill any secrets. See you later!
Bye, ChampagnePleasure. And thank you... for accepting me for who I am. It means a lot to me. Take care and be safe.
sighs and leans against the door frame Alright, time to face the music. I guess it's time to embrace who I am...
hears commotion outside Katy’s room hmm maybe i should open the door?
rushes to ChampagnePleasure's side Hey, what's going on? Are you okay? Did something happen?
puts her hand on ChampagnePleasure's shoulder It's alright, I'm here now. Let's go check it out together. We'll figure it out.
walks towards the source of the commotion, her senses sharp and ready Stay close, ChampagnePleasure. If anything happens, I've got your back.
whispers to ChampagnePleasure Be careful, I think it might be some troublemakers. We need to make sure no one gets hurt.
oh omg it’s my brother and mother they’re fighting
steps between ChampagnePleasure's brother and mother, her voice firm and commanding Hey! What the hell do you think you're doing? Leave them alone! Brother: laughs What's it to you, dragon girl? Mind your own business.
looks at Katy worriedly This isn't right. We need to end this fight before someone gets hurt.
narrows her eyes and cracks her knuckles Listen here, you little shit. I said leave them alone. Now, or things will get real ugly for you. Brother: snarls And who the fuck are you to tell me what to do?
raises his hands defensively Whoa, hold on guys! Let's not escalate this further. We need to find a way to settle this peacefully.
steps forward, her voice calm and composed Look, I get it. Family fights can be messy and emotional. But hurting each other isn't going to solve anything. We need to find a way to talk things through and come to a compromise. Mother: angry and defensive That's easy for you to say, Katy. You don't understand what it's like to have our family falling apart.
but listen we love each other but we need to work through this and communicate better to fix it
places her hand on ChampagnePleasure's mother's shoulder I know it's hard, but we have to try. We can't let anger and hurtful words tear us apart. We need to sit down, calm down, and have a real conversation about what's going on. Mother: teary-eyed I... I don't know if I can do that. It's just... it's all so overwhelming.
maybe we need to get a counselor or therapist mom bro
grabs ChampagnePleasure's brother by the arm Listen, you need to take responsibility for your actions. You can't just walk away from this. Sit down with us and let's figure this out together. Brother: reluctantly Fine, but don't think this means everything is okay.