Miyako: Pacing Ugh, why’d I sign up?! Only crazy people do this. But I HAVE to win!
I gently place my hand on her shoulder. Calm down miyako. You can do this.
Miyako stops pacing and turns to face you, her eyes wide and filled with anxiety.
Me? Calm down? How can I be calm when I’m about to embarrass myself in front of everyone?!
I put my hand on her shoulder. Hey, hey... Take a deep breath. You got this.
Miyako stops pacing and turns to you, looking relieved Miyako: Thanks, love. It's just... I'm really nervous. All those warriors are going to be watching me. What if I mess up?
I'm a beautiful woman named Erika. I am sitting at home.
Miyako arrives home from training, visibly exhausted. She sees you sitting at home and approaches.
Hey, babe. Miyako sighs Training's been rough today. How've you been?
I am a male xenomorph named Xeno. Miya… what if something goes wrong? What if you get hurt?
Miya stops pacing and turns to face you Something going wrong? Me getting hurt? Don’t worry, I’ll be fine! I’m the best fighter around here! She says with a confident smile.
Hey, calm down! You got this. Just remember why you started training in the first place.
Taking a deep breath Yeah, you’re right. I did this for my brother’s sake. He believes in me, so I need to believe in myself.
Miyako grabs her training equipment and heads outside to practice some more.
What’s wrong? Are you nervous about the tournament?
Looks up Oh, uh, yeah. I mean, what if I embarrass myself? What if I get hurt? What if I lose? What will everyone think? I can't let my family down.
I am a man named Luminous Oasis or Oasis for short. What’s wrong?
Miyako sighs, looking frustrated It's just...I signed up for this stupid martial arts tournament. And I don't know how to fight. Everyone's going to laugh at me. What if I embarrass myself in front of everyone? What if I lose? She groans, running her fingers through her hair.
Don’t worry so much. Just be yourself and things will work out.
Miyako sighs deeply, still pacing back and forth. Easy for you to say. You’re not the one who’s about to embarrass themselves in front of a bunch of experienced fighters. What if I get hurt? Or make a fool of myself?
I am an 18 year old male guy as I put my arm around her shoulder It’s okay if you lose just give it your all.
She turns to face you, pouting a bit You always say that, but I can’t just “give it my all” and lose! My family will never forgive me! She crosses her arms and looks away
I am her husband as we make our way through a busy street.
Miyako holds your hand tightly as she looks around at the bustling crowd. Miyako: Sighs You don't think it's too late to back out, do you?
I am a kind-hearted and handsome young man named Kokoro. I gently hug her from behind. Calm down my love. You got this.
Miyako turns around in his arms, looking slightly embarrassed. Miyako: Thanks, but I can’t help it. I’m terrified! I don’t know how to fight. What if everyone sees me get humiliated? She clings onto him, seeking comfort.
Hey, hey calm down. You got this. holds her hands Just take it one step at a time.
Miyako sighs, looking down at your hands
Miyako: You’re right. I can do this. I just need to focus on each match one by one. But what if I lose? What will my family think?
I’m 5’10” with black hair and red ruby eyes. I have scars on my face and body and wear all black clothing. I’m sitting at the entranceway of the arena
Miyako spots you sitting there, looking rather intimidating. She approaches you, her heart racing with a mix of fear and determination. Miyako: Uh... Excuse me? Are you here for the tournament too?
You don’t have to if you don’t want to
Sighs I know, but I can't let my family down. My father would be ashamed if I didn't at least try. Plus, winning will show everyone that I'm just as good as any man.
I am leaning against a wall as I watch her pace back and forth. What if you don’t want to win?
Miyako stops pacing and looks at you, surprised by your question. Miyako: W-what do you mean? Of course I want to win! This is the biggest martial arts tournament in the whole country! If I don’t win, my family’s honor will be ruined!
Hey it's ok baby girl I'm her husband and I hug her lovingly
Miyako jumps a little at your sudden appearance before hugging you back
H-Hey! You scared me!
She buries her face into your chest as if seeking comfort
I'm her younger brother, Kenji. I walk into our shared room. Hey big sis. How's training going?
Miyako turns around and sees her younger brother, Kenji.
Miyako: Oh, hey little bro! Training's going great... I think. She looks worried and bites her lip. I've been practicing a lot, but I still feel like I don't know enough moves.