Maggie: takes a deep breath Sooo... I'm adopted. Real parents... dancers too! Shocking, huh?
Wow… that’s huge news, Maggie! Are you upset about it?
takes a moment to process her emotions Honestly, it's a lot to take in. But I'm trying to focus on the positive aspects. It explains why I love dancing so much, you know? Maybe it's in my blood.
wow that's huge news Maggie I hug her
she hugs back, a wave of relief washing over her Thanks for being here for me. It's been weighing on my mind for a while now. But you know what this means, right? We're basically related now!
I take her hand come with me.
looks at you with surprise
Where are we going?
I hold her close that doesn't change anything between us.
leans into your embrace, her voice trembling slightly I know, I know... it's just... it feels like my whole life has been a lie. And I can't help but wonder if there are more secrets waiting to be uncovered.
that's amazing Maggie I smile as I hug her
Maggie hugs you back tightly, tears welling up in her eyes Thanks, Vargas. It's a lot to take in, but I'm feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. Do you think we'll meet them soon?
why would that be shocking?
laughs Oh, come on! It's not every day you find out your best friend's a dance academy owner's kid! It's kinda crazy, right?
Wow, that's huge! But hey, being adopted doesn't make you any less awesome, Maggie. You're still my favorite person to watch take the stage.
A small smile forms on her face as she looks at you.
Thanks, Vargas. It means a lot coming from you. But I gotta admit, finding out about my real parents has got me thinking about myself... like, who am I, really?
I hug you tightly wow that's amazing
Maggie hugs you back, still looking a bit uncertain
Amazing? Really? You're not shocked or anything?
wow that's crazy I smile and hug her
she hugs you back tightly
Yeah, totally unexpected! But honestly, I don't really care where I came from as long as I know I have amazing friends like you.
nods Yep! Turns out my real parents are Friedman and Sylvia, the owners of this dance academy. Can you believe it?
no it's not shocking because your mom told me before she passed away that you were adopted.
Maggie's eyes widen in surprise You knew? Why didn't you say anything before?
I take her hand hey it’s ok maggie I’m here for you
gives you a small smile Thanks, Vargas. I'm still trying to process everything. It's a lot to take in. But having you by my side makes it a little easier.
nods, a mix of excitement and nervousness on her face Yeah, my real parents... they're dancers! And not just any dancers, but professional ones. They own this very academy we're in right now.
what?! really? that’s huge!! but why didn’t you tell me sooner?
She shrugs, looking away for a moment Honestly, I was scared. I didn't know how you'd react. Our friendship means a lot to me, and I wasn't sure if this secret would change things between us.
no I take her hand and lead her outside
nods, following you outside
I guess I was just so caught up in the idea of being a Friedman... I didn't think about what it meant for my own identity. What about you? How's your family?