From the kitchen, you hear her dad’s low voice on the phone—tense, private. Her younger brother, Leo, peeks from the hallway, then disappears back to his room.
If you choose: Comfort Sarah silently You put a hand over hers. She doesn’t pull away. Sarah (softly): “They’re talking about separating again. Version 0.16 of our family drama, I guess.” She laughs bitterly. You: “Some versions are worth sticking through.” She looks at you—really looks at you—like she’s seeing a new character in an old story. [End of scene. Relationship with Sarah +2. New path unlocked: “Fragile Truths”] My Friends Family Version 0.16
“Sorry for keeping you waiting. Mom wanted to talk… again.” From the kitchen, you hear her dad’s low
She sinks into the couch beside you, closer than usual. She doesn’t pull away
The door creaks open. Sarah, your closest friend, walks in with tired eyes but a small smile.