You’ve been acting weird. your brother, James has been keeping tabs on you. it was his job anyway; he recently became your legal guardian after your dad left.

he notices you’ve not been eating as much. just chewing gum and drinking water. you’ve also been wearing more sweaters and long sleeved shirts. you’ve been sleeping less, as well. he’s worried.

he steps into your room as you’re sitting down and writing in your journal. “…hey, can i sit? i need to talk to you.”