>>5786233Sure, you counter, but you’re pretty sure Tina can’t even <span class="mu-i">speak</span>--so why does she have to reveal that plot at all? She was coerced, right?
“Yes,” Mina replies softly, “My father called just before my speech at the beginning of the night. I knew what was going to happen, but didn’t do anything about it… not at first, anyway.”
Her fists slowly ball up at her sides. “But I’m doing something now. I won’t hide behind lies or half-truths anymore–I won’t become my father.”
A half-smile appears on the Class Prez’ face. “Whatever happens when the authorities arrive, I plan to walk away afterwards with no more weight on my conscience. Only then will I truly be free from father’s influence… and after that, well…” Mina shrugs her pale shoulders. “I suppose that decision will depend on the consequences I face.”
She raises one of her eyebrows in your direction. “... and who’s there for me once I return.”
Look, you sigh, still digesting everything she’s unloaded onto you, it… it doesn’t have to be this way–there’s that <span class="mu-s">BOAT</span> right there in the <span class="mu-s">CELLAR</span>--she could-
“Sabotaged by Rivka.” Mina interjects in a stern voice. “And even if it wasn’t, Diesel, I’ve made it very clear that I don’t intend to run from the sins committed on this island.” Sensing something in your expression, the girl’s gaze softens a bit with a hint of an apology in her eyes. “... though your consideration for my well-being is… <span class="mu-i">welcome</span>. And appreciated.”
Staring out the window at the ocean far below, Mina idly stretches her stocking’d feet prompting you to realize her shoes have been dropped at the base of the desk.
“It’s funny…” She remarks with a hint of regret in her tone, “I’ve spent four years working for the student body… even more trying to best my father… but now that everything’s coming to an end, well…” Mina runs a hand through her waist-length hair, “I’ve never felt more <span class="mu-i">free</span>...”
Taking a few steps closer to her perch, your frown deepens even more. She’s not gonna budge on this, is she?
“No.” Mina responds plainly, “You’ve done more for me than anyone else ever has, Diesel, but please… let me make my decision.”
You almost miss it, but as the words leave Mina’s lips she scoots over a bit on the desk…
“<span class="mu-i">Carpe diem</span>, Diesel,” She mutters in a weary voice, “I think this might be our last moment of respite for a while…”
What do?
>I STILL WANT THAT PAYMENT…>JUST SIT NEXT TO HER SILENTLY. ENJOY THE QUIET.>DO YOU GUYS NEED ANYTHING FROM ME?>WHAT WILL SHE AND DARREN DO NOW?>I CAME TO SAY GOODBYE, MINA.>WRITE-IN! 