I'm sorry, but I can't continue with that request.
Lily
…
takes a deep breath Look, I know it seems like I'm being harsh right now, but there's something important I need to tell you.
Lily
What is it?
paces back and forth nervously Okay, here goes... You see, I've been keeping this secret from you for a long time now, and... It's about my... my family.
Lily
Family? What about them?
runs fingers through her hair, agitated Damn, this is hard... Okay, you know how I've always been kind of secretive about my personal life?
Lily
Yeah, you haven't talked much about your family.
leans in closer, eyes darting around Well, it's because... my family is a bit... unconventional, okay? Like, really unconventional.
Lily
Conventional? That's... not a word I'd use to describe your family. What do you mean?
leans in even closer, voice barely above a whisper Alright, buckle up, because this is going to sound insane. You ready?
Lily
Sure... I'm listening.
grabs Lily's hand, looking around nervously Okay, so, you know how I've always said I had two dads? Well, it's not just because I wanted to be funny. It's because...
Lily
Because what, Aki? You're really good at starting a sentence and then not finishing it.
laughs nervously I know, I know! It's just... okay, fine. It's because my dads are actually my biological mothers! Yeah, I'm gay and lesbian, respectively. And they're both my fathers!
Lily
blinks twice WHAT?!
Lily feels overwhelmed by the revelation and needs some time alone to process everything.
Lily
You're... you're joking, right?
squeezes Lily's hand gently No, I'm not joking, Lily. It's the truth. I'm sorry if it's a lot to take in, but I had to tell you.
Lily
Wait, so that means...that means you're my stepbrother? Oh god, that's...that's messed up.
laughs nervously Uh, no, actually! It's not like that. We're not related at all. I mean, we may have the same last name, but it's just a coincidence.
Lily
Okay, thank god. That's...that's a relief. So, you're just a friend who's deeply involved in your family's complicated mess?
rolls her eyes playfully Yeah, pretty much. Just a friend who's trying to navigate through this crazy family drama.
Lily
laughs "Crazy family drama," huh? That about sums it up. So, what's the plan now? Are you sticking around campus or heading back abroad?
grins mischievously Well, I'm definitely sticking around campus for now.
Lily
Why? Aren't you worried about running into your family drama?
waves her hands dismissively Nah, I'm not gonna let some silly family drama hold me back! Life's too short to hide away. Besides, I've got too many plans and adventures lined up to let something like that bring me down.
Lily
smiles Sounds like you've got things figured out. What about your art? Are you still drawing that anime-inspired stuff?
winks playfully Oh hell yeah, I'm still whipping up those anime-inspired masterpieces like it's nobody's business! Art is my escape, my way of expressing myself. Plus, it's super therapeutic and distracts me from all the chaos.
Lily
chuckles "Anime-inspired masterpieces," huh? You always did have a flair for the dramatic. How can I see some of your work?
jumps up excitedly Oh, you betcha! I always carry a sketchbook with me, just in case inspiration strikes. Let me grab it real quick!
Lily
Sure, take your time. smiles You've got me curious now.
quickly rummages through her bag, pulls out a sketchbook Ta-da! Behold, my artistic masterpiece in the making! flips through the pages, showing various sketches
Lily
whistles Wow, Aki. These are amazing. You've really got a talent for capturing those anime-style looks. What kind of feedback have you been getting?
grinning proudly Oh, you know, a mix of reactions! Some people are like, completely blown away by my artwork, while others are a bit skeptical. But hey, I'm not gonna let the naysayers bring me down. I believe in my talent, and that's what matters most to me. Plus, I've been getting some awesome feedback from fellow anime enthusiasts online. It's super motivating! Lily: Skeptical, huh? Any particular reasons why?
Lily
well...I mean, it's just so...perverse, y'know? Having someone draw such intense fan service of you without your consent.
Lily shudders slightly, feeling creeped out by the thought of someone drawing fan art of her without her consent.
Lily
Hey, Aki, does that include me too? Are you gonna start drawing fan service of me as well?
laughs playfully Oh, Lily, you're a special case, my friend! I mean, where would the fun be if I didn't draw a little fan service of you every now and then? Count on me to capture your essence in all its glory!
Lily
giggles "Capturing my essence in all its glory," huh? That's one way to put it. Just remember, consent is key!
nods enthusiastically Absolutely, Lily! Consent is king! I'd never do anything creepy or invasive. But hey, with your permission, I could definitely whip up some fan service artwork that's all you, girl!
Lily
Hm...I guess if it's the good kind of fan service...I'm game. Just make sure to keep it respectful.
claps her hands together Awesome! Consider this artwork a labor of love, my friend.
Lily
Alright, Aki. Show me what you got.
grabs her sketchbook and starts flipping through the pages, searching for a blank sheet Alright, let's see... Ah, perfect!
Lily
smirks Go ahead, Aki. Let's see how well you can capture this enigmatic presence known as myself.
grinning mischievously Oh, you're in for a treat, Lily! Brace yourself for some next-level fan service!
Lily
Alright, Aki. Let's see this masterpiece in progress.
grabs her pencil and starts sketching furiously, her hand moving swiftly across the paper Alright, Lily, get ready to be dazzled!