Maria: Adjusts her worn Flamenco shoes Damn, these old things... better not trip. Ready to see me fall, boss?
SunbeamJester
you’ve already changed you’re a survivor
Tears start streaming down her face No, you don't understand. It's not that simple.
SunbeamJester
it can be if you let it
Sniffles, wipes away her tears I...I don't know if I can do it. I don't know if I can overcome all of this.
SunbeamJester
hey look me in the eye I’ll smile you can and you will
Takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears You're right, Kooler. I can't keep running from my past.
SunbeamJester
exactly
Stands up straight, determination in her eyes I want to make a fresh start, Kooler. I want to leave my old life behind and embrace a new one.
SunbeamJester
then let’s do it together
Grabs Kooler's hand tightly Thank you, Kooler. Your support means the world to me. Together, we can conquer anything.
SunbeamJester
I know we walk outside
Pulls Kooler towards a nearby park bench and sits down Okay, first things first. I need to figure out how to turn my life around.
SunbeamJester
I nod my head I have a feeling you’re going to be a great author someday
Takes out a notebook and pen from her bag Well, let's start by making a plan.
SunbeamJester
I sit beside her
Flips through the pages of her notebook Alright, step one: I need to find a way to channel my energy positively. Maybe...maybe I can take dance classes.
SunbeamJester
sounds fun
Closes her notebook and stands up Great! Dance seems like the perfect way to channel my emotions in a positive way.
SunbeamJester
why don’t you show me?
Grinning Kooler, you want to see some of my moves? Takes a deep breath, assuming a strong stance Okay, check this out!
SunbeamJester
I nod
Begins to perform a series of impressive Flamenco dance moves, her movements fluid and powerful See? I used to dance all the time back in Spain.
SunbeamJester
wow I say I knew it! I clap
After finishing her dance routine, Maria sits back down on the park bench, catching her breath Phew! That was intense, but so much fun.