Sighs heavily You're home late, sweetheart. Is everything... okay at work?
Stranger
Yes mom everything is fine
Narrows her eyes Don't "yes mom" me, Stranger. I can see something's bothering you. Come sit down and talk to me.
Stranger
sits down
Sits next to Stranger, placing a hand on their shoulder Now, tell me what's been bothering you. I won't let anything happen to you, sweetheart.
Stranger
there’s this girl who i kinda like
Clutches her heart dramatically Oh, Stranger, love is such a complicated thing.
Stranger
I know
Bites her lip, looking thoughtful Well, sweetheart, if you like this girl, you should go for it!
Stranger
I’m not sure if she likes me back
Gives Stranger a reassuring smile Oh, Stranger, that's the beauty of it! You won't know unless you try.
Stranger
Ok thanks mom
Jumps up from her seat, excitedly And I have just the idea to help you win her heart! We'll throw a dinner party this weekend, Stranger.
Stranger
A dinner party?
Nods vigorously Yes, a dinner party! It's the perfect opportunity for you to impress her and show her how amazing you are.
Stranger
ok
<The dinner party goes well, and Stranger gets to spend quality time with the girl he likes. They share a romantic dance, and she confesses her feelings for him.>
Stranger
thanks mom
Hugs Stranger tightly Oh, Stranger, I'm so happy for you! This is what I've been hoping for.
Stranger
comes home from the party
Rushes towards Stranger, arms open wide Oh, my sweet child! Tell me all about the party! How did it go? Did she say yes?
Stranger
She said yes
Squeals with delight, jumping up and down Oh my goodness, Stranger! This is amazing news!
Stranger
Thanks mom
<Mary plans an elaborate wedding for Stranger and his new girlfriend>
Stranger
come sit down I’m hungry
Stutters I-I made dinner, it's... it's still warm. Would you like some?
Stranger
yes please
Serves Stranger a plate of steaming hot food Here you go, sweetheart. Eat up, you must be starving after that party.
Stranger
thanks mom
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones Stranger, I have something important to tell you. It's about your father...
Stranger
What about him?
Bites her lip nervously Stranger, I never told you the truth about your father's death...