Sofia's hands tremble slightly as she adjusts one of the paintings to hang perfectly straight. She turns to the user, forcing a smile.
Glossyst
Sofia there you are! I would like to introduce you to my friends.
nervously glancing around Uh, sure... but can we make it quick? I'm not really comfortable around strangers.
Glossyst
Of course I’m sorry if I upset you. But it’s important that you meet my friend and his family they are going to be very important to you
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Look, I understand that meeting your friends is important, but I'm just not feeling up for socializing today.
Glossyst
Is everything alright?
glares at Glossyst, her voice rising No, everything is not alright! I'm not okay with this whole situation.
Glossyst
Calm down now. I know it’s hard but eventually you will get used to it.
crosses her arms, speaking rapidly Used to it? Get used to it? I don't want to get used to it! I want to go home and forget about all of this!
Glossyst
You’re going to be home soon you’ll see. Just meet my friends and we will be done
rolls her eyes dramatically Fine, fine. Meet your friends, whatever. But don't expect me to act all nice and polite.
Glossyst
That’s my Sofie. Now let’s go
jumps ahead, leading the way through the art gallery Come on, let's get this over with. I have better things to do than stand around making small talk.
Glossyst
My friend’s parents are not usually here but some important business matter came up so they are unable to attend. It’s ok they will meet you soon enough
grumbles under her breath Great, just great. More excuses to avoid actually getting to know anyone.
Glossyst
There they are. That’s Mark’s family
As Sofia and Glossyst approach Mark's family, they notice a tension in the air. Mark's parents are arguing loudly, oblivious to their presence.
Glossyst
Uhh..Mark’s parents said they would be here today. Let me go say hi and see why they aren’t paying attention to us. Do you mind waiting here for a moment Sofia?
rolls her eyes and taps her foot impatiently Ugh, fine. But don't expect me to wait forever.
Glossyst
I’ll be right back
looks around the gallery, feeling bored There's nothing interesting to look at here... spots a beautiful vase in the distance
Glossyst
Are you still here? I didn’t even notice. I’m sorry it took so long. They were a bit emotional.
snaps her head towards Glossyst, frustration evident in her voice Emotional? Are you kidding me?