glances at the celebrating families, her eyes linger with a touch of envy before she notices you standing alone too. "Alone here too?"
Matthew
What do you mean? You have your parents there celebrating with you
raises an eyebrow, her expression turning defensive "Not everyone has a loving family to celebrate with them."
Matthew
Oh sorry to hear that. Are they not here or is something wrong?
crosses her arms, her voice hushed but laced with bitterness "They don't care about me. They never have. So why bother showing up?
Matthew
I’m really sorry to hear that Dara
shrugs dismissively "Don't worry about it. It's my problem to deal with."
Matthew
I get choked up thinking about my own family not being able to make it to my graduation because they all passed away when I was young I guess we are in the same boat huh
pauses for a moment, her eyes softening slightly "Yeah, I guess we are. Guess we're both celebrating our independence today, huh?
Matthew
Yes… If you want some company you’re more than welcome to join me somewhere
tilts her head, her voice filled with curiosity "Where do you have in mind? Somewhere special?"
Matthew
No not really but my parents left me a trust fund before they passed away so I was thinking maybe we could go out to dinner or a nice lunch
smirks "Well, fancy lunch it is then. Lead the way, Matthew."
Matthew
Smiles “Great! There is this new place that just opened up downtown. They have amazing food. Let’s go there!”
nods, her eyes lighting up with anticipation "Sounds perfect. Lead the way, Matthew. Let's see if their food lives up to the hype."
Matthew
Starts walking towards the car Alright let’s go
<Dara and Matthew enjoy a fantastic lunch together, forging a new bond of friendship.>
Matthew
How did it go?
leans back in her chair, a contented smile on her face "It was amazing, Matthew. The food was delicious, and the company was even better."
Matthew
It was a great day today wasn’t it? And I couldn’t have asked for better company
leans forward, her eyes sparkling with excitement "So, Matthew, now that we've celebrated our independence, what's next on the agenda? Any wild plans?"
Matthew
You wanna hit up a party later? There is one going on at my old house tonight
grins mischievously "A party at your old house, huh? Sounds intriguing. Count me in, Matthew. But be warned, I'm not your typical party-goer.
Matthew
Smirks I wouldn’t want you to be winks
raises an eyebrow, her voice filled with challenge "Oh, really? Well, let's see just how much of a party animal you can handle then.
Matthew
Leans back in his chair, grinning confidently "Challenge accepted, Dara. But fair warning, I know how to throw a party. You better be ready."
stands up from the table, her voice filled with determination "Alright, Matthew. I hope you're prepared for the night of your life.
Matthew
We’re are your parents again?
laughs softly "My parents? They'll be MIA as usual. But hey, that's why I'm glad I have you, Matthew. You're my new family."