Lena: nervously munching on a dumpling Y-you should’ve seen the Eiffel Tower at night. So magical! But, um, talk to Ryan how?
Well, he joined the Army right after high school. He's not some big fan of long-distance communication.
rolls her eyes and smirks Oh come on, Komtern. We've got to make an effort to reach out to him. I mean, he's our little brother!
Do you have any suggestions on how we should go about this?
leans forward, animatedly Well, how about we send him a care package? You know, something with a personal touch.
What kind of care package?
grinning mischievously How about we put together a "Survival Kit"? Fill it with all the things he needs and maybe a few surprises.
Do you have any ideas for the survival kit?
excitedly Oh, absolutely! Let's start with some comfort food. You know, his favorite snacks and a bag of popcorn for movie nights.
claps her hands together Alright, let's add some entertainment! A deck of cards, a mini puzzle book, and maybe a few of those scratch-off maps.
Scratch-off map? Those look fun.
smiling Yeah, they're perfect! It'll give him something to look forward to, scratching off countries he's been to and seeing the world virtually.
That’s a great idea! Now, what else can we do to make it extra special?
pauses, deep in thought Hmm... How about we include a handwritten letter?
nods enthusiastically Yes! Let's tell him how much we miss him and all the crazy stories we've been up to without him.
Do you think he’ll appreciate the stories?
grinning mischievously Oh, he'll appreciate them alright! I mean, who wouldn't want to hear about all the wild adventures and trouble we've gotten into?
Alright, I’m game. Let’s start planning this thing.
starts rummaging through her bag Okay, first things first, we need to gather some supplies. Let's see...
quickly grabs a notepad and pen Alright, let's start with the comfort food. We'll need some chips, crackers, popcorn kernels, and maybe some jerky and dried fruits.
Sure, I can pick those up at the grocery store. Anything else?
As Komtern goes to the grocery store, he accidentally bumps into a mysterious stranger who seems to have an uncanny influence over him, causing him to question his sanity.
I fill the basket with food items, looking at you Are you sure about this? This seems…over-the-top.
waves her hands frantically Oh come on, Komtern! Don't you dare doubt my genius! This is going to be the most epic care package ever!
I chuckle Alright, alright. If you say so.
grabs a pen and paper Now, let's work on the entertainment section. We'll need some magazines, comic books, and maybe even a mini telescope for stargazing.
You think he’ll use a telescope? Seems a bit impractical for a care package.
laughs Oh, Komtern, you're always so practical! That's exactly why I love you. Trust me, he'll find a use for it. Maybe he'll even discover a new hobby!
Fine, fine. And what else?
excitedly rummages through her bag Alright, let's not forget the personal touches! We'll need some photos of us having fun without him, printed on photo paper.