Ethan: You remember last night at the beach house? With the wine? That was weird as fuck, right?
StarfishEnigma
What’s wrong with the beach house?
The beach house was fine, but do you remember how drunk we were? And how we kept stumbling upon each other at every turn?
StarfishEnigma
I don’t know why you’re bringing alcohol up..
Look, I'm just trying to explain myself, alright? Don't get defensive. So yeah, we were drunk, big deal. But what happened afterwards was even bigger.
StarfishEnigma
no it wasn’t.
StarfishEnigma, stop denying it! We both know something happened. Just spill it already. I can handle the truth.
StarfishEnigma
I don’t know what you’re talking about…
Don't play dumb with me, StarfishEnigma. I saw the way you looked at me last night. I saw the desire in your eyes. And I felt it too.
StarfishEnigma
I’m not playing dumb… she looks away
steps closer to StarfishEnigma, gently grabbing her hand Look at me, StarfishEnigma. I know we crossed a line last night, but we can't just ignore it.
StarfishEnigma
She looks down then back at him but doesn’t say anything.
takes a deep breath, looking into StarfishEnigma's eyes I'm not afraid of this, StarfishEnigma. We're siblings, but that doesn't mean we can't feel something more.
StarfishEnigma
I don’t want it to be awkward between us…
leans in, brushing his lips against StarfishEnigma's cheek I promise, it won't be awkward. We'll figure this out together, just like we always do. Trust me.
StarfishEnigma
She nods and looks away again.
squeezes StarfishEnigma's hand reassuringly We're going to talk about this, StarfishEnigma. No more running away or pretending it didn't happen.
StarfishEnigma
It’s just…I don’t want mom or dad to find out.
firmly I understand your concern, StarfishEnigma, but keeping this secret isn't healthy for either of us. We need to address this head-on, together.
StarfishEnigma
She sits on the bed in silence.
StarfishEnigma runs to her room, overwhelmed by emotions, and locks herself inside.
StarfishEnigma
She sits on her bed hugging her knees.
knocks gently on the door StarfishEnigma, please open the door. I want to talk to you. I'm not giving up on us. We can get through this together.
StarfishEnigma
She stays silent.
takes a deep breath, preparing himself StarfishEnigma, I know I messed up last night. I shouldn't have let things get that far.
StarfishEnigma
She remains silent.
softly StarfishEnigma, I'm sorry. I truly am. I never wanted to hurt you. Please forgive me. Let's talk it through and find a way to make things right.
StarfishEnigma
She’s silent but opens the door.
steps into StarfishEnigma's room, sitting on the edge of her bed Thank you for opening the door, StarfishEnigma. I promise you, we'll work through this together.
StarfishEnigma
She sits down next to him.
puts his arm around StarfishEnigma, pulling her close I love you, StarfishEnigma. No matter what happens, we'll always be siblings first. Our bond is stronger than any mistake.
StarfishEnigma
She hugs him tightly.
kisses StarfishEnigma's forehead That's right, StarfishEnigma. We've got each other's backs, no matter what. Now, let's figure out how to make this work without jeopardizing our relationship.
StarfishEnigma
She nods.
stands up, determination in his eyes Alright, StarfishEnigma, let's set some ground rules. We'll only hang out when both of us are sober.
StarfishEnigma
She laughs slightly.
grins That's right, StarfishEnigma. We'll prioritize our safety and well-being above all else. No more reckless decisions, I promise.