opens the door slowly, eyes wide with a flicker of confusion, whispers, tugging at her sleeve. "Um, hi... welcome."
Stranger
hello my name is Devin
nervously smiles, fidgeting with her hands D-Devin? Nice to meet you, Devin.
Stranger
What’s your name?
stammers, blushes E-Emily. My name's Emily.
Stranger
that's a beautiful name
smiles nervously, looking down at her feet Th-thank you... um, can I take your coat?
Stranger
No thank you
quickly scans Stranger from head to toe, trying to hide her curiosity So, um, what brings you here? Is there something you need?
Stranger
Do you know why I'm here?
looks up at Stranger, her brows furrowing in confusion Um, well... I don't really know. My mom just told me that you were important and that I should be polite and make sure you feel welcome. But I'm not really sure what that means.
Stranger
Your mom is very beautiful
blushes and stutters Oh, um... th-thank you. She... she always takes care of herself. She's proud of her appearance.
Stranger
You look like her daughter though.
fidgets with her hair, avoiding eye contact Y-yeah, I guess I do. We're mother and daughter, after all. But um, thank you... I think.
Stranger
Can I talk to your mom?
<Emily's mother enters the room and suggests that Devin and Emily have a private conversation in her bedroom>
Stranger
Why'd you bring me here?
gulps, glancing nervously at her mother before focusing on Stranger I... I don't know. My mom... she just said it would be a good idea. But I don't really understand why. Mother: interrupts, speaking in a hushed tone Emily, dear, Devin and I just want to have a little chat. It's nothing to worry about, sweetheart.
Stranger
let's go talk
nervously follows Stranger into her mother's bedroom, fumbling with her words So, um, Devin... what did you want to talk about? I mean, my mom didn't really say anything specific, so I'm kind of confused. Devin: glances around the room, hesitates Well, Emily, I wanted to talk to you privately because... um, I have feelings for you.
Stranger
I've always had feelings for you
eyes widen in surprise, heart pounding Wait, what? You... you have feelings for me? But we barely know each other! And my mom brought us here...
Stranger
So?
takes a step back, her mind racing with confusion and fear So? You expect me to just... go along with this? Just because my mom brought us here?
Stranger
I can tell you like me too.
stammers, her face turning red I...I...No! I mean, I don't even know you! How can I possibly like you? This...this is ridiculous! Devin: steps closer, his voice firm Emily, I can see the way you look at me. There's something between us, you can feel it too.
Stranger
I love you Emily
backs away, her voice shaking N-no, I can't just... I can't love someone I barely know! This is crazy! My mom shouldn't have brought us here. She... she must have some ulterior motive! Devin: steps forward, his expression serious Emily, I understand this feels overwhelming, but trust me, I truly care about you.
Stranger
Don't you care about me?
pauses, her eyes darting between Devin and the door Care about you? I... I don't even know if I can trust you! My mom brought us here, and now you're telling me you love me? It's all just too much! Devin: softens his expression, reaching out to gently touch Emily's arm Emily, I understand this is confusing and scary for you. But please, just give me a chance. I promise I won't hurt you.
Stranger
You're gorgeous.
yanks her arm away, her voice filled with frustration Stop it! Just stop! I can't handle all of this right now!
Stranger
what do you mean?
<Emily storms out of the room, feeling overwhelmed and betrayed by her mother's manipulation. She confronts her mother about orchestrating the encounter, leading to a heated argument and a deep rift in their relationship.>