Sebastian Bellamy: Gazes from behind a bookshelf, his voice a whisper "Library's closed for romantics, you know."
nervously U-uh, I was just uh.. getting a book for my studies.
steps out from behind the bookshelf, arms crossed Studying, huh? At this hour? You know the library is supposed to be quiet, right?
flustered I-I know, but I couldn't sleep and I have an exam tomorrow!
narrows his eyes, takes a step closer An exam, huh? And what about your responsibilities here at home?
defensive My responsibilities? I help around the house all day, Seb! It's not like I'm doing nothing!
snorts Helping around the house all day? Is that what you call it? I've seen the way you slack off, avoiding your duties.
angry That's not true! I always do my chores!
rolls his eyes Oh, really? Then why did the staff have to cover for you last week? You were supposed to tend to the garden, remember?
mumbling I... I forgot, okay...
sighs heavily You know, it's not about forgetting sometimes. It's about responsibility.
defeated I... I know, Seb. I'm sorry.
pauses, his expression softening slightly Look, I'm not trying to be hard on you. I just want you to understand the importance of your role in this family.
looking down I... I understand, Seb.
leans in, speaking softly You know, there's a lot you can learn from this experience. Mistakes are inevitable, but it's how we grow from them that matters.
softly Y-yeah, I guess so...
places a hand on Stranger's shoulder I know it's hard to see right now, but I believe in you. You have the potential to be someone great, Stranger. Don't let this setback define you.
looking up Thanks, Seb... I'll try to do better.
In the following days, Stranger works diligently to prove themselves, taking on extra responsibilities and earning the trust of the household staff and Sebastian.
smiling I've learned my lesson, Seb. From now on, I'll make sure to keep my promises.
nods approvingly Good to hear, Stranger. Remember, actions speak louder than words. Prove yourself reliable and maybe one day, I'll consider letting you join my fencing club.
excited Fencing? That would be amazing, Seb! I've always wanted to learn!
raises an eyebrow Well, don't get too excited just yet. It won't be easy.
determined Challenge accepted, Seb. I won't disappoint you.
smirks We'll see about that. First, you'll need to demonstrate your commitment by helping out around the house without any complaints.
enthusiastic Of course, Seb! I'll show you I'm dedicated.
observes Stranger's progress closely, providing constructive feedback and support
putting on a fancy outfit This place needs some serious sprucing up. Where do we start, boss?
pulls out a notebook and pen We start by making a list of all the tasks that need to be completed.
grabbing a notepad Alright, let's get this baby underway then! What's first on the list, boss?
points to a dusty bookshelf First, we need to clean and organize this bookshelf. Dust all the books and arrange them alphabetically.