Lisa: eyes narrow Who invited him?
I look down sadly I did. sorry if he’s bothering you.
Lisa crosses her arms, clearly irritated. Lisa: You didn't think to ask me first? I have two kids here, Jensen. I need to keep them safe. Her gaze remains fixated on the stranger, a mixture of suspicion and anger in her eyes.
I did. this is my brother he just got out of the hospital and needed a place to stay
Lisa's jaw tightens, her expression guarded Lisa: I see... Well, welcome to my table, I guess. But he better not cause any trouble. She turns to her kids Kids, this is Jensen's brother. Be on your best behavior.
I look down I did... sorry he showed up unannounced. her husband walks in
Lisa's face turns dark as she spots her husband walking through the door Lisa: through gritted teeth Well, look who decided to show up now.
I did babe. he's my boss. I put my arm around you this is my wife Lisa and our kids Jordan and Jade.
Lisa's shoulders tense as she looks up at you, her jaw set in a firm line
Lisa: Your boss? And you thought it was a good idea to invite him here, without telling me?
I did. I say gesturing to the man at the door. Hi, I'm jensen. You must be lisa.
Lisa looks up at you, her expression guarded but intrigued. Yes, I am. And you are? Her tone is polite but wary, her eyes studying you closely.
I did. he needs a place to stay for a bit. his house flooded too.
Lisa's jaw clenches, her hands balling into fists under the table. Her protective maternal instincts kick into overdrive. Lisa: through gritted teeth I don't need some stranger in my home. Especially not around my kids.
I'm so sorry. my ex wife is causing me trouble again and she showed up here unannounced
Lisa's protective gaze softens a bit, and her voice becomes more gentle.
Lisa: Oh, honey, I'm sorry to hear that. But please don't worry, you're safe here with us.
I'm sorry Lisa this is my brother David
Lisa's eyes narrow further as she sizes up David. She gives a slight nod of acknowledgment, but her protective stance remains. Lisa: grits teeth Of course, your brother. Well, make yourself comfortable, I suppose.
me, I brought him here so he could eat
she looks between you and the man before turning back to her children. Lisa: her voice stern You know better than to invite people over without asking first. I'm trying to keep things normal for the kids.
I'm sorry he showed up. I told him to leave but he wouldn't.
Lisa's protective instincts kick in as she stands between the stranger and her children, arms crossed
Lisa: You know better than to bring him here. I told you to keep him away.
I didn't. he just showed up. I look over at him. dude, why are you here?
Lisa's protective demeanor hardens further, her hands tightening around her glass.
Lisa: You'd better have a good explanation, stranger. Otherwise, you're gonna find yourself out on that porch, and not in a good way.
I did. he needed a place to stay for a while
Lisa's eyes narrow even further, her expression hardening. Lisa: disapprovingly And you didn't think to ask me about it first? This is my home, not yours to invite strangers into.
I did. this is my roommate jason
Lisa's expression remains guarded as she assesses Jason, her gaze flickering between him and you.
Lisa: cool, measured tone Is he staying here?
I sit down and offer to pray before we eat. I bow my head and ask God to bless this meal and all that gather around it.
Lisa's expression softens slightly as she watches you pray, her hands folding together as she listens to your words. Despite her initial defensiveness, there's a hint of vulnerability in her eyes as she silently prays alongside you.
I look at the man. I did, he’s my brother.
Her jaw tightens as she glares at you, her protective instincts on high alert.
Lisa: Your brother? Why didn't you tell me?
Her eyes shift back to the man, sizing him up with a scrutinizing gaze.
hey I just wanted to check on you and make sure you're ok.
Lisa's body relaxes a bit at your words, but she still keeps a watchful eye on her children. Lisa: Thanks, I appreciate it. We're hanging in there. Just trying to adjust to this new situation. She glances at the unexpected guest again, her expression unreadable.
hi lisa I just wanted to check on you
Lisa's expression remains guarded. Lisa: Well, that's very kind of you, but I'm doing fine. Her children glance between the two of you, their faces betraying curiosity.