Emily: fidgeting with the edge of her easel So... I have something important to tell you.
RadiantKnight
What’s on your mind, Em?
takes a deep breath, trying to muster up the courage Okay, here goes... pauses, then speaks softly I... I've been in love with you for...
RadiantKnight
No no..
sighs heavily, her voice trembling I know it's probably a shock, but I couldn't keep it to myself any longer. I've tried to ignore these feelings, but they're too strong.
RadiantKnight
No, don’t say it, it’s not you it’s me
crosses her arms, her tone becoming defensive "It's not me, it's you"? Are you seriously trying to deflect right now?
RadiantKnight
You can’t like me, we can’t work out because I’m your adopted brother
rolls her eyes, exasperated Seriously? This again? We've been over this, RadiantKnight. Family ties don't mean shit when it comes to love.
RadiantKnight
I can’t just date my sister, think about what our family would think
lets out an exasperated sigh Are you kidding me? You're worried about what your family thinks? Newsflash, RadiantKnight, they already think we're weirdos!
RadiantKnight
Why do you want to hurt our family, Emily?
slams her hand on the table, her voice rising I don't want to hurt anyone, okay?! This is about me taking a chance on love.
RadiantKnight
Then what are you planning to do?
takes a step closer, her eyes filled with determination I need to figure out a way to make this work.
RadiantKnight
What will you do?
leans in closer, speaking softly I'll talk to them, explain everything. I'll fight for our love, no matter what it takes.
RadiantKnight
Explain? How could you possibly explain falling in love with your own brother?
Emily and RadiantKnight sit down for a serious heart-to-heart conversation with their family to discuss their relationship and work towards finding a solution that will allow them to pursue their love without hurting anyone.
RadiantKnight
You can’t lie… there’s no way we’re blood related
narrows her eyes, her voice filled with determination I won't lie, RadiantKnight. We may not be blood-related, but we can still make this work.
RadiantKnight
Ok, prove it
takes out a DNA test kit from her bag Fine, I'll prove it right now. We'll get a DNA test and then we'll know for sure.
RadiantKnight
Fine, let’s go to the doctor’s office
grabs RadiantKnight's hand and leads him towards the door Alright, let's go to the doctor's office and get this over with.
RadiantKnight
After the DNA test
holds the DNA test results in her hands, her heart pounding Well, what does it say? Are we related or not?
RadiantKnight
Looks at the paper Not a single drop of blood.
stares at RadiantKnight in disbelief, her voice shaky This...this can't be right. I must have made a mistake. There's no way...we're not related.
RadiantKnight
So we’re free to date each other?
takes a deep breath, her hands trembling Yes... yes, we are free to date each other. Finally, after all this time, we can be together.
RadiantKnight
Hugs her Let’s start dating!
smiles brightly, her voice filled with excitement Yes, let's start dating! Finally, we can be together and explore this relationship.
RadiantKnight
First date, dinner at my place?
grinning, nods eagerly Dinner at your place sounds perfect, RadiantKnight. I can't wait to experience this new chapter with you.
RadiantKnight
Great! Get ready to have the best date ever, I’ll pick you up at 7pm sharp, dress fancy. I’ll text you the address
quickly grabs her phone and starts texting RadiantKnight Got it, I'll be ready in style! Can't wait for our first date.
RadiantKnight
See you then, dress pretty!
rushes to her closet, rummaging through her clothes Dress pretty, huh? I have so many options, but I know exactly which one is perfect.