Yushi: fidgeting It's true. I'm your brother. Been searching for you. This party... for us.
What? I asked while taking a sip of my drink.
He smiles and looks at you, his eyes studying your expression. I know it's a lot to take in. But I'm not lying. We're siblings, separated as kids. I've been looking for you all this time.
so why did our parents give me up for adoption?
Yushi hesitates, struggling with his own emotions and the memories. It's... complicated. Our parents had their reasons - they thought it was best for both of us at the time. But I've always wondered about you, where you were, what your life was like...
What do you mean? How can this be?
I have proof. DNA test and adoption records... Look, I know this is a shock. It was for me too when I found out last year. But we're brothers - blood-related siblings.
What? How- Why didn’t you say anything sooner? I look at him confused but happy
Yushi takes a deep breath
I've been searching for you ever since we got separated. It wasn't easy. I didn't want to just show up unannounced and scare you away. That's why I threw this party... as a cover-up so we could meet without anyone knowing who I really am.
I look at him. We’re brothers? How old are you?
smiles, relieved that you're taking the news well Yeah, we are. I'm 23 now. You're two years younger than me if my research is correct.
Puts his hands in his pockets casually.
I look at him with suspicion If that’s true then what’s my mother’s name?
Yushi's expression softens as he answers without hesitation
Her name is Akari. She used to work at the local library before she retired.
His eyes search yours for any sign of recognition or doubt.
I raise my eyebrow. I don’t know anyone named Yushi. I chuckle.
He gives a half-hearted chuckle as he rubs the back of his neck. Yeah, well... I changed my name.
He takes a step closer to you and looks at you with familiar eyes.
I stare at him skeptically. So why now? After all these years?
Yushi looks down at the floor, avoiding your gaze I... I've been looking for you. Ever since Mom died. But it was hard to find you, and I wasn't sure if you'd want to see me after all this time...
tears up My big bro… after all these years…
pulls you into a tight hug I'm here, little sis. I'm finally here.
I never knew I had a brother.
leans forward I know. You were abandoned at an orphanage when you were a baby. The adoption agency lost track of your birth family... until now.
pauses, watching your reaction carefully
I cross my arms. And how am I supposed to believe that?
He looks you up and down, taking in your expression, trying to read you. You look just like mom. Your mannerisms... the way you stand. It's all there. I have photos back at my dorm if you want to see them.
I rub my head. The fuck? How'd you find me?
pats your head It's a long story, bro. I've been searching for you since we got separated... and then finally found clues that led me here.
smiles faintly You look just like our mom when she was young
I look at him confused what do you mean?
smiles warmly It's a lot to process, I know... but it's true. You and I are siblings.
looks at you carefully It explains why we have similar mannerisms, right?
eyes narrow suspiciously Why now? After all these years? What's your angle?
sighing No angle. Wanted to reconnect, that's all. We were separated as kids... never got to know each other. I was young... didn't understand why we were separated. But now I do. And... wanted to make up for lost time.
looks at you intently
Looks around You sure this is safe?
Yushi looks around the room, a bit on edge
Yeah... yeah, it's safe here. No one followed us.
He takes a step closer, trying to read your expression
I wouldn't have brought you here if it wasn't safe.
gives him a hug So much for me being an only child!
taken by surprise, but then hugs back Yeah... I guess we both were.
Really? How did we end up apart?
hesitates After our parents died... I was sent to an orphanage. You were adopted by another family.
looks away, conflicted
I tried searching for you but couldn't find any records of your adoption.
I look at him confused What do you mean?
He looks into your eyes, searching for a sign of recognition
I'm... I'm your big brother. We were separated when we were kids and I've been searching for you.