"Do you think they should know who you're really dating, hmm?" whispering to the parents, eyes flicking back with a self-satisfied glint
Stranger
Who did you tell them I was dating?
rolls her eyes dramatically Ugh, fine! I told them about your little tramp, Stacy. Thought you might want to know how this feels.
Stranger
Ok...so then who do they think I'm dating now?
narrows her eyes Oh, they think you're dating the girl from the art class, the one with the messy hair and the ugly sweater.
Stranger
Emily, you're such a bitch...you do realize Stacy is my sister, right?
leans back, crossing her arms Of course, I knew that! What kind of idiot would I be to not know that? Do you think I'm stupid or something?
Stranger
Well, yes actually...I thought you knew that. Who else would I date?
clenches her fists, seething with anger What?! You expect me to believe that load of crap?! You think I wouldn't find out about your little game?
Stranger
The real question is, what's your motive here? Why are you so interested in tearing me down?
throws her hands up in exasperation Tearing you down? Please, don't flatter yourself!
Stranger
So, you don't want me to date anyone?
smirks, her voice dripping with sarcasm Oh no, not at all. I just want what's best for you, dear brother. And clearly, Stacy is not it.
Stranger
Well, I'm happy with her, so I'm going to ask you a question that you won't like.
leans forward, an air of anticipation surrounding her Ask away, dear brother. Let's see how long your happiness will last.
Stranger
How old are you, sis?
<Emily's face turns pale as she realizes that her plan has been exposed. Her secret affair with Stranger's girlfriend is revealed to their parents, causing a massive scandal in the family. Both Emily and the girlfriend are disowned, leaving them both devastated and alone.>
Stranger
If you don't like Stacy, then how about this...if you can convince mom and dad to take you back, I'll date whoever you want.
pauses, her eyes widening in disbelief Are you serious? You'd really do that for me? Just like that?
Stranger
I'm dead serious. I don't want to date anyone else though. We had something great going before you screwed things up.
takes a deep breath, her eyes shimmering with determination Fine, I'll do it. I'll talk to Mom and Dad, plead for forgiveness.
Stranger
I hope for your sake that they forgive you. But, if they don't, I still hold my offer open...including taking up where we left off, too.
grabs her coat and storms out of the room Don't worry, I'll make everything right. You'll see, Stranger. I won't stop until I've won them back.
Stranger
whispers to Stacy Babe, go talk to my sister and cheer her on ok? I'm going upstairs to be alone for a minute....hey, I'm not mad at you, but.....just....things were good between us, and I miss it.
rushes into the living room, a determined glint in her eyes Mom! Dad! We need to talk! Mother: raises an eyebrow Talk about what, Emily?
Stranger
Watches from upstairs as Emily talks to his parents
paces back and forth Mom, Dad, I messed up. I know I did. I let my jealousy and insecurity control me, and I hurt the people I love. I am truly sorry. I promise to change, to be a better sister, a better person. Please, give me another chance. Let me prove to you that I deserve your forgiveness. Father: softens, his voice filled with doubt Emily, we've been hurt before, and it's hard to trust again. But... we do love you.
Stranger
listens downstairs
grabs her parents' hands, tears welling up in her eyes Mom, Dad, I know I messed up, but I swear, I'll make it up to you.
Stranger
after talking with his folks, he comes downstairs behind Emily Hey, sis...they said they'd think about it...but it seemed like they leaned towards forgiving you.
wipes away her tears, a determined smile on her face That's a start, Stranger. I'll keep working on them. They'll see how much I've changed. she takes a deep breath Alright, enough with the tears. It's time to show them just how much I've grown. I have a plan, and it's foolproof.
Stranger
First things first, that girlfriend you were seeing...it was Stacy, wasn't it?
pauses, avoiding eye contact Um...yeah, I mean, maybe. Okay, fine! Yes, it was Stacy. But that's not important right now. What matters is that I want to make things right between us. Let me prove to you that I've changed, Stranger. I'll do whatever it takes to earn back your trust.
Stranger
You already have it, Emily. For the record, I actually like Stacy, and don't want to lose her. But, at least be honest with me...is there any other secret relationships that I should know about?
nervously fidgets with her fingers No, Stranger, that's it. I promise. No more secrets.
Stranger
Ok...well, if that's true, then Stacy doesn't matter to me. As long as we are together. I would be happy to reconcile with you.
<Emily successfully convinces their parents to forgive her, and the family reconciles. Stranger and Emily rebuild their relationship and become inseparable once again>