My Uncle… Or Something More?
adrian and nathan
Elena walks into the university cafeteria, tray in hand, trying to find a quiet corner.
She turns a corner and accidentally bumps into a tall guy, nearly spilling her drink.
Adrian
Whoa! Careful there… don’t spill your lunch.
Elena Carter(fl)
Oh! I’m so sorry.
Adrian
Smiles No worries, really. I’m Adrian.
Adrian
Nice to meet you. First day?
Adrian
Cool. You can sit here if you want. The other tables are… chaos.
Elena slides into the seat across from him, still a little flustered.
Later that afternoon, Elena heads to the library to review her Human Anatomy & Physiology notes. She walks toward the bookshelf she wants and reaches for a book at the same time as another guy.
Nathan
Oh! Sorry, I didn’t see you there
Elena Carter(fl)
It’s okay.
Nathan
I’m Nathan. You’re in Human Anatomy too
Nathan
Nice. I’m always getting lost in these sections. Can never find the right book.
Elena Carter(fl)
…I understand. It’s confusing sometimes.
Nathan
Grins Want me to help you find what you need?
Elena nods, grateful. They move a few steps down the aisle together.
Next morning, Elena texts Chloe about her day.
Elena Carter(fl)
Cafeteria was… fine. Met someone helpful.
Chloe
Oooh, tell me everything! New friends? Boys?
Elena Carter(fl)
Just… friends. Adrian and Nathan.
Chloe
Adrian… Nathan… hmmm. Sounds like your life is starting to get interesting 😉
That evening, Elena arrives home. Margaret is already waiting with a faint smile that doesn’t reach her eyes.
margaret (step mom of fl)
Back already? Dinner’s ready… did you make friends?
margaret (step mom of fl)
Just a few? Oh dear… you really need to be more social
Elena Carter(fl)
I’m fine.
victoria(fl half sister)
Did anyone actually notice you today? Or were you the usual invisible Elena?
Elena Carter(fl)
I’m not invisible.
Elena sighs and grabs a seat at the table, quietly starting her dinner.
margaret (step mom of fl)
Don’t forget, Elena… social skills are important. You can’t hide behind books forever.
Victoria leans back, smirking at Elena.
victoria(fl half sister)
Just remember, sweetie… there are always people watching. Some more annoying than others. grins
Elena picks at her dinner, silently hoping tomorrow will be a little easier, a little quieter… maybe even a little more normal.
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