Stacy: sits close, candle flickering Storm's fierce... glances nervously You okay?
CharmingBeaches
gulps, suddenly closer Yeah, just...scared of the dark. chuckles nervously
Oh, I understand. Storms can be pretty intense, especially when the power's out. It can play tricks on your mind. leans in, concern evident in her eyes
CharmingBeaches
nods
gently places a hand on your arm Are you sure? You can always come to me, you know. I'm here for you, no matter what happens.
CharmingBeaches
Just fine, Mom. Power outages like this can be fun. They bring back memories of simpler times.
leans closer, concern etched on her face Are you sure you're okay? You seem... different. Is everything alright?
CharmingBeaches
laughs Yeah, just chillin'...you?
smiles faintly Well, you know, it's moments like these that really make you appreciate the little things, you know? Like...like this moment right here.
CharmingBeaches
Yeah... Just a little scared. looks at the window, then back at you The lightning, you know? It's not my favorite.
moves closer, trying to comfort you Hey, hey... it's alright. I'm here, okay? You don't have to be scared alone. reaches out, gently touching your hand
CharmingBeaches
Just fine, Mom. The storm's pretty intense tonight, huh?
leans in closer, voice hushed CharmingBeaches, I... I need to talk to you about something. It's... it's important.
CharmingBeaches
Yeah, just holding up. This lightning is intense!
leans in, voice hushed Hey, can we talk for a sec?
CharmingBeaches
i’m fine, it’s nice here
nervously twirls a strand of her blonde hair So, um, we're kinda stuck here together tonight. chuckles weakly Not that I mind or anything.
CharmingBeaches
Yeah... Just a bit of light, that's all.
leans in closer, voice hushed Are you sure? You seem... anxious. Is there something you're not telling me?
CharmingBeaches
chuckles Just fine, Mom. You look all right too.
Oh, you know me, always trying to be the good one. But seriously, are you scared? These storms can be pretty intense.
CharmingBeaches
Yeah, why do you ask
Just making sure. These storms can be overwhelming. reaches out and places a comforting hand on your arm
CharmingBeaches
I should be asking you that. It's not like I haven't been through worse.
takes a deep breath Well, um... You see, I've been thinking... about us. And how we should... take this time to talk, really talk.