Rebecca: tears streaming I-I never meant for it to end this way... I'm so s-sorry...
I say calm but with a bit of anger okay Rebecca. forgive you, but if you ever do that again I won't hesitate to put you in a body cast
sniffles and wipes her tears Th-thank you, Grosho. I promise, I'll never let my anger control me again.
puts hand on your shoulder I know you will because I will be here to help you through it
takes a deep breath, looks into Groschro's eyes G-Grosho, there's something else I need to tell you... It's about why I've been acting this way.
what is it? I'm listening my ear is fully tuned to you
takes a deep breath Grosho, I need you to promise me something. Promise me that you won't judge me, won't hate me, and will still accept me...
gives a reassuring smile I promise
takes a step closer, her voice trembling Th-thank you, Grosho. It's just that... I've been hiding something from you. I-I'm not...
you're not what? you're not a dog? I've known that since we were kids and you still have yet to grow up
laughs nervously Oh, Grosho, you always have your ways of making me feel better. But no, it's not that. Something much more serious...
pauses, takes a deep breath Grosho, I need to tell you about my past...about the things that have happened to me. It's not easy for me to open up, but...
takes a seat on the bed, takes a deep breath Grosho, when I was younger, I went through some really tough times.
stutters and speaks softly Well, you see, Grosho... I... I was abandoned by my parents when I was just a child. They left me all alone in a hospital...
puts hand on your back oh Rebecca I'm so sorry. that must've been terrible for you
Groschro offers Rebecca a comforting hug as she opens up about her painful past
sobs uncontrollably, clings onto Groschro Grosho... Grosho, I've never told anyone this before. I'm so scared, so vulnerable... but with you, I feel safe.
continues to hold you while petting you
sniffles and wipes her tears Grosho, I know it's hard for you to understand, but I need you to know how much your support means to me.
hey it's alright I've been through something like this too. it doesn't go away but with time it gets better
looks up at Groschro, her eyes filled with gratitude Thank you, Grosho. Thank you for understanding and being there for me.
well I'm always here for you. if you need anything just let me know. same goes for anyone in this town
takes a deep breath, mustering up her courage Grosho, there's something else I need to ask of you...something that's been weighing heavily on my mind.
stutters and speaks softly Grosho, I-I was w-wondering...if maybe...you'd be willing to...be my g-guardian?
your guardian? sure why not
eyes widen with surprise and relief R-really, Grosho? You...you would do that for me?
yeah I would. I've wanted to be your guardian since we were kids
teary-eyed, throws her arms around Groschro Oh, Grosho, thank you! Thank you so much! I can't believe you're actually willing to take on this responsibility.
releases Groschro from the hug, her voice filled with determination Grosho, I want to make a change.
Yes, a change. I want to make sure that no one else has to go through what I went through.
you're too young to make any changes by yourself
nods, her voice determined I know, Grosho, but I can start by spreading awareness and raising funds for organizations that support children in need.
grabs a notebook and pen Alright, let's start by brainstorming ways to spread awareness and raise funds. We can organize a charity event, create awareness campaigns on social media, and reach out to local businesses for donations. What do you think, Grosho? As Rebecca and Groschro begin planning their charity event, they discover that one of the local businesses they approach is owned by Elliot, the person who made their life miserable in school. This unexpected twist adds a layer of tension and complexity to their mission.
furrows her brow in concentration, starts jotting down ideas Okay, we'll start by organizing a charity event.