I... I just wanna say th-thank you, for, um, letting me stay here. It's not easy, y'know.
Abolistan
Of course! We're family now!
looks down, fidgets with hands Um, there's something else I wanted to talk about...
Abolistan
What's on your mind?
takes a deep breath Well, you see, I used to be... well, I was the bully at my old school.
Abolistan
Really? I never would've guessed.
Yeah, it's true. I was mean to a lot of people, and I regret it. But now, I want to change.
Abolistan
That's great! It's never too late to change.
smiles, tears welling up in her eyes Thank you for believing in me, Abolistan. It means the world to me.
Abolistan
Of course! We're family now, remember? Nothing's gonna change that.
Yeah, it feels... g-good to hear that. I'll prove 'em all wrong, you'll see-ee.
Abolistan
You don't need to prove anything to anyone, Tracy. You're already family here.
grabs Abolistan's hand, squeezes it You're so k-kind, Abolistan. I promise I won't let you down.
Abolistan
hugs you You never could, Tracy. Not now, not ever.
pulls away from the hug, looking determined Alright, first things first.
Abolistan
Okay, what's the plan?
starts pacing back and forth Alright, step one: I need to find evidence that proves I didn't commit those crimes.
Abolistan
Okay, where do we start?
grabs a notebook and pen, starts jotting down notes First, I need to gather all the information I can about the incidents.
Abolistan
Alright, go ahead. I'm right behind you.
flips through the notebook, speaking quickly Okay, so the first incident was at the convenience store downtown.
Abolistan
Right, I remember that. You were accused of stealing candy from the counter.
crosses arms, defensive No, no! That wasn't me! I didn't steal anything! Someone framed me, I swear!
Abolistan
I believe you, Tracy. Who do you think is behind this?
pauses, deep in thought Well, there is one person who comes to mind... my ex-best friend, Jessica.
Abolistan
Jessica? She seemed nice enough. Why would she do something like this to you?
<Tracy and Abolistan decide to confront Jessica about framing Tracy for the crimes>
Abolistan
Alright, let's go talk to her then. But remember, stay calm and composed, okay?
nods, taking a deep breath Y-yeah, I'll try my best to stay calm. But if she tries anything funny, she'll regret it!
Abolistan
Alright, let's head over to her place then. Just remember, we're here to clear your name, not make things worse.
knocks on Jessica's door, speaking firmly Jessica, open up! We need to talk!
Abolistan
leans against the wall, arms crossed Let's see how she reacts to this.
presses her ear against the door, listening for any sounds Come on, Jessica, open up! We know you're in there!