Emily: whispering Did you know they'd be here?
VelvetSage
looking through my classroom window watching Emily talk to her parents outside I didn't but it makes sense given the circumstances
Emily looks back at the classroom window, catching your eye. She gives you a small smile before turning her attention back to her parents.
VelvetSage
no I didn't but if you need me I'll be in my office. I leave the room.
Thank you. I'll handle this.
Emily's parents stand before her with a mixture of surprise and discomfort. Her mother speaks first.
Emily...it's been so long. You look...well.
VelvetSage
no I didn't know they were going to show up I hold her hand reassuringly
Emily grips your hand tighter as she continues to stare at her parents.
It's been so long since I've seen them. Part of me thought they'd never come. But here they are...
VelvetSage
I give her a hug " I didn't know they were invited but if it makes you feel better I'm here for you"
She buries her face into your shoulder, feeling a mix of emotions.
"Thanks, it's just... seeing them again after all this time brings up so many feelings. I thought I was ready but now I'm not so sure."
VelvetSage
Im the principal No. I just got word this morning that they were coming for a visit. Is there a problem?
Emily's eyes widen in surprise, taken aback by the principal's presence.
A problem? I... no, not exactly. It's just that my parents, they're here. And I... wasn't expecting them.
VelvetSage
sighs I told them where I live... I'm sorry I didn't tell you but it was supposed to be a surprise...
"You... you knew they were coming?" Emily looks at him with surprise. Her voice is quiet but firm.
She takes a step closer to him and crosses her arms over her chest. She seems more guarded now, less open than before.
"When did you find out about this?" she asks.
VelvetSage
No, I didn't. But we can handle this together. Let's go inside and talk.
Emily takes a deep breath, her heart pounding in her chest. She nods slowly, trying to compose herself.
Okay... I guess we should go inside.
She looks up at you for reassurance before heading towards the door.
VelvetSage
glances at them, then back at Emily No, I didn't. But... maybe it's for the best. Closure, right?
sighs I don't know. Part of me wants to hear what they have to say but another part just wants them gone forever.
How should I approach this?
VelvetSage
I didn't but I'm glad you're here kisses her lips softly
Emily leans into the kiss, her body relaxing a bit.
I just wish they hadn't shown up unannounced...
VelvetSage
looks up, concerned Whoa, Em, calm down. Take a deep breath. We'll figure this out together.
takes a deep breath Okay, I'm trying. But seeing them here like this... It's just bringing up all these old feelings.
VelvetSage
I put my hand on her shoulder I'm sorry..
Emily shakes her head and sighs, her voice trembling slightly
It's...it's alright. I just didn't expect to see them here. I thought we were done with each other after...everything that happened.
VelvetSage
Glances at them, then back at Emily Not surprised. They show up wherever you are.
sigh Of course they do... I thought we'd have more time together before they showed up.
looks down at her hands, fidgeting with a loose string on her shirt
I guess I should talk to them...
VelvetSage
I didn't know but it's not unexpected.
Emily's eyes dart between you and her parents.
How could you invite them?
VelvetSage
no. but I'm glad you're finally here
sigh I wasn't expecting to see them today.
But it's probably a good thing we're all here together, huh?
VelvetSage
looks at them with curiosity who are they?
sighs Those are my parents, they're... not the most pleasant people in the world and we're not on speaking terms. I'm honestly surprised they're here...
VelvetSage
glances at them, then back at Emily Not sure, why?
Emily crosses her arms, looking at the two with a mix of anger and sadness.
They're my parents... They haven't talked to me in years. Why are they here now?
VelvetSage
I'm walking by when I hear your whispers Excuse me miss but do I know you?
Emily turns to you, startled Oh, uh... yes. I'm Emily. We met a few days ago when I started working here as an assistant teacher for Mr. Thompson's class.
Emily looks around nervously before continuing
Uh... do you mind if I ask you something?
VelvetSage
I don't even know who 'they' are. I say, looking at you curiously.
Emily looks at you with a mix of surprise and frustration. My parents. They're the ones who showed up here unannounced. I haven't seen them in years, and now they suddenly appear out of nowhere.
VelvetSage
I didn't know but I'm happy you're here I hug her tightly
Emily hugs you back tightly, her body trembling slightly
I just don't know what to say... I haven't seen them in so long. And now they're just here... at your house?