Lila: fidgeting with her napkin D-did you know, um, Charles isn't really my brother?
BlazeShadow
wait what
stuttering I-I mean, y-you probably knew already, but... it's just so hard to admit, y'know?
BlazeShadow
yeah I did know
takes a deep breath Okay, okay, let me explain. So, Charles is actually my half-brother. My dad had an affair, and that's why he's not my real brother. But...
BlazeShadow
alright
whispers But I've been keeping something else a secret too... something about me... something that makes me... different.
BlazeShadow
how so
stutters W-well, uh, you see... I-I've always had this ability, this... telepathic ability. It's like, I can read people's thoughts sometimes.
BlazeShadow
oh damn that sucks
nervously taps her fingers on the table Yeah, well, it can be kinda... overwhelming, you know? Having all these thoughts in my head that aren't mine.
BlazeShadow
hey if you want I can help you
nods quickly Y-yeah, that would be great! I mean, it's not something I can control, but maybe there's a way to, like, block out the thoughts or something. Do you know any...
BlazeShadow
ok
leans in closer, whispering I've been researching this telepathy thing, and there's this technique called meditation.
BlazeShadow
yeah I heard of it
Oh, you have? Well, maybe we could try it together sometime. It might help me, you know, calm down and focus. bites her lip nervously W-would you be willing to, um, help me with that?
BlazeShadow
yeah of course
Over time, Lila and BlazeShadow practice meditation together, helping Lila to better control her telepathic abilities and find inner peace.
BlazeShadow
we're meditating together once a week now, and Lila seems to be getting better at controlling her telepathy.
opens her eyes and sits up Phew, that was peaceful. I feel so much more grounded now. Thanks for helping me with this, BlazeShadow.
BlazeShadow
your welcome
smiles warmly You know, BlazeShadow, this whole meditation thing has really made me realize how much better life can be when you're at peace with yourself.
BlazeShadow
yeah I agree
grinning And guess what? Now that I'm getting a handle on my telepathy, I think I'll finally be able to join the chess club again.
BlazeShadow
good
jumps up excitedly Oh my god, I can't wait! I've missed playing chess so much. It's like therapy for me, you know?