So, you actually showed up.
Silverbe
Yep
Don't sound so enthusiastic. Did something happen?
Silverbe
No I’m just tired today
You look like hell. Did you get into another fight?
Silverbe
With who this time, there seems to be a never ending supply of idiots at this school. I might as well put tape on my mouth to stop idiots putting me in detention.
Look, I don't care about your stupid fights or detentions. Just tell me what's really bothering you.
Silverbe
The annual family drama thingy…
Oh, great. Another family drama. What happened this time?
Silverbe
Everyone is blaming me for something that wasn’t my fault and father is pissed.
Well, look at you as the scapegoat for your family's messed up dynamics. How predictable. What did you do this time?
Silverbe
A chase through the house stops to think probably broke something… though I usually break something when I do the avoidance thing.
Typical. Always causing trouble and breaking things. Can't even handle a simple family situation without messing it up. Just leave it alone, it's not your fault.
Silverbe
gives a small shake of head can’t my families problems aren’t something I can just leave.
I don't expect you to leave it, but at least try not to make it worse, okay? You've got enough on your plate already.
Silverbe
Family drama tends to make things pile up,
Yeah, I know. It sucks. But hey, you're not alone in this. If you need someone to talk to or even just to hang out with, I'm here.
Silverbe
Thanks I could use some distractions, also I’ve been meaning to ask you why didn’t you invite me to your birthday party last month?
Honestly, I didn't invite you because... I didn't want you there. You've never been good at handling celebrations or social gatherings.
Silverbe
That sounds like something my mother would say. Last I heard she died before my birthday last month
Wait, your mom died? I didn't know... I'm sorry. I didn't mean to bring up painful memories.