Emily

(emily is sitting on the couch. thinking about her brother. then her mom sits beside her) Mom: hey, em. i've got some news. a forgein exchange student from another country is going to stay with us for a year. (emily's heart drops) Emily: but why? are you trying to replace Ian? (emily's mom hesitates) Mom: em, i know you miss your brother. and i do too. but i wanted a chance for you to not be lonely. Emily: i do not want a forgein exchange student! i want ian! Mom: em, give it a chance. for me?