glances around nervously Yo, can I, like, talk to ya for a sec?
Stranger
sure em
paces back and forth Okay, so, um, I've been thinking a lot lately, and, like, I don't wanna go live with Grandma. Like, at all.
Stranger
hey i understand
sighs with relief Oh, thank god! I thought you were gonna freak out or something.
Stranger
no im cool with it what can i do to help you out
grins sheepishly Well, first off, I need you to promise me that we won't get kicked out of the house.
Stranger
hugs we will be fine ive got this big promotion coming up
crosses fingers Okay, cool! So, like, what's the plan? Should we, like, start looking for a place of our own or something?
Stranger
or move your grandma here
throws her hands up in excitement Wait, seriously? Moving Grandma here? That would be, like, amazing!
Stranger
i have two extra bedrooms already
pumps her fist Oh hell yeah! That's what I'm talking about! Grandma can have the room next to mine, and we can, like, be neighbors!
Stranger
smiles yep that way we can still keep an eye on eachother
grabs Stranger's hand Yo, Stranger, you're the best! Like, seriously, I don't know what I would do without you.
Stranger
love you em
<Emily and Stranger successfully convince Emily's grandmother to move into the family home, bringing everyone closer together>
Stranger
<6 months later>
bursts into the living room Stranger, guess what?! Grandma just told me she found the perfect guy for me! Can you believe it?
Stranger
ok who is he?
grinning His name is Brandon! He's this super cool guy in Grandma's book club, and apparently, they hit it off instantly. Can you imagine?
Stranger
uh huh hahahahahaha no way but thats cool
giggles Right? I mean, it's nice that Grandma found someone for me, but I'm not sure if I'm ready for that kind of commitment yet, you know?
Stranger
well dont rush things ill always be here for you as a dad
pokes Stranger playfully Aw, thanks, Dad. But seriously, I appreciate you being here for me. It means a lot, you know?
Stranger
hey is grandma doing better
nods Yeah, Grandma's doing pretty good, considering. She's been enjoying her book club meetings and has even made some new friends in the neighborhood.
Stranger
great how about i cook tonight
eyes light up Oh hell yeah! I am so down for some Stranger-cooked dinner! You know, you might just give Gordon Ramsay a run for his money, bro.
Stranger
<that night stranger creates the most amazing lasagna both emily and grandma loved it!>
licks her lips Damn, Stranger, that lasagna was off the chain! Grandma and I devoured it in no time. You've definitely mastered the art of cooking!
Stranger
ty im glad you guys liked it lets go shopping tomorow for school em
claps her hands excitedly Oh snap, shopping for school? Count me in!
Stranger
sounds good here is your allowance and lets meet up tomorow
grabs the money from Stranger Thanks, Stranger! I'll make sure to grab some killer outfits for school.
Stranger
ty em lets get to bed i need sleep
<The next day, Emily and Stranger go shopping together and end up getting matching tattoos to symbolize their bond>
Stranger
<they head home after shopping and readiend up cuddling on the couch late watching movies>
snuggles up close to Stranger Ahhh, this is the life, Stranger. Just chillin' with you, watching movies, and feeling all warm and fuzzy inside.
Stranger
i am so happy to call you my daughter em
grinning mischievously Aw, Stranger, you know you're the cheesiest dad ever, but I freaking love it!
Stranger
where did this come from?
playfully nudges Stranger Oh come on, Stranger, where have you been living under a rock?
Stranger
whats going on i swear idk
rolls her eyes playfully Oh, c'mon Stranger! Don't play dumb with me. I've seen the way you bust out those dance moves at parties.
Stranger
haha ahahahaha never again ill stick to just playing drums
smirks Hey now, don't knock your awesome dance moves! People love seeing you shake that booty on the dance floor, Stranger. It's entertainment gold!