Seth Taube: dabs brush on canvas Y-you... okay? Need w-w-words or quiet?
puts paintbrush down and stands up O-of course! What's on your mind? leans towards TealBliss
I'm not sure how to explain it... it's about our brother, Seth.
Oh, ok. What about Seth? tilts head, listening intently
Is there something...something I should know?
pauses for a moment, then speaks earnestly Ok, I'll tell you. But promise not to freak out, alright?
I promise not to freak out.
takes a deep breath Alright, here goes... Seth... he's not entirely human.
holds up a hand to silence TealBliss Hold on, let me explain. It's complicated, but I'll try to break it down simply.
steps closer to TealBliss, speaking rapidly You know how some people have special talents or abilities? Like, maybe one person can solve complex math problems or another who can communicate with animals?
Well, Seth... he has something like that. Except his "ability" is much more... extraordinary. You see, he has the capacity to manipulate people's minds.
Manipulate? That doesn't sound like Seth...
places a hand on TealBliss's arm I know it sounds unbelievable, but trust me, I wouldn't lie about something like this.
Why would you even want to...
interrupts TealBliss, speaking quickly Look, I understand how crazy this sounds, but hear me out.
As Seth begins to unravel the truth about Seth's powers, TealBliss starts to feel overwhelmed and needs to take a break from the conversation.