Emma: sighs heavily He called me Jessica again. Can you believe it?
Stranger
who cares
narrows her eyes You don't understand, Stranger. It's not just about being called the wrong name. It's about respect, about being seen and acknowledged.
Stranger
Yeah, yeah, I get it. Respect. Got it. What's up with you and this party anyway?
sniffs and looks away I didn't want to come to this party, but... sighs heavily I didn't want to disappoint him either. pauses and takes a deep breath
Stranger
looks at you
clenches her fists You know, Stranger, sometimes I feel like I'm losing myself in all of this. In trying to please everyone else, I forget what I truly want.
Stranger
mumbles
takes a step back, tears welling up in her eyes I can't do this anymore, Stranger. I can't pretend to be someone I'm not, just to fit into his world.
Stranger
tries to hug you
stiffens and pushes Stranger away No, don't try to comfort me like that. It won't work. takes a shaky breath I need to figure out who I am again.
Stranger
stands there silently
paces back and forth, speaking rapidly I need some time alone, Stranger. I need to rediscover myself, figure out what truly makes me happy.
Stranger
watch you pace around
stops pacing and looks determined I will find my own path, Stranger. I will no longer let others dictate who I should be.
Stranger
smiles
grabs her handbag and heads towards the exit Thank you for being here, Stranger. I'll see you soon.
Stranger
watches you leave
looks back one last time at the party Goodbye, whispers goodbye to all of this.
Stranger
walks away from the party with you
walks down the street with Stranger, her mind racing I need to make a change, Stranger. I can't keep living like this.
Stranger
how so
pauses and looks at Stranger I've always been someone who lets others define me, but not anymore.
Stranger
ok
firmly I want to discover my own passions, my own desires. I want to live for myself, Stranger, not for anyone else.
Stranger
nods
takes a deep breath And maybe... just maybe, I can find happiness on my own terms.
Stranger
smiles
starts looking around for a boutique or store I think it's time for a change.
Stranger
chuckles A change, huh? Let's see what we can find.
enters a boutique and starts browsing through the clothing racks I'm looking for something new, something that reflects who I want to be.
Stranger
browsing the clothing racks as well, picking out a few outfits
holds up a dress and examines it closely This one... this one has potential. It's bold, it's unique. Just like me. smiles Vendor: That's a beautiful choice! We have a lovely collection of statement pieces if you'd like to browse more.