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[Hey, look, it's Adrien. He's avoided the communicators while the weird memory stuff was going on, and there's still an awkwardness about him as his face appears on the screen. People know some of his deepest secrets now, and he's not sure how to process that.

Still, this is something he's not about to let slip by. It feels important.]

So...hi, everyone. Adrien here. Obviously.

[Okay, so he's still trying to deal with some people knowing he's not just Adrien. He'll just be nervous about that for a while. Don' mind him.]

Anyway, I realised that it was a whole year ago yesterday that I came here. So I guess that's something important, huh? I didn't even realise that much time has passed, I guess I like it here enough that the time just flew by.

...So yeah. Just thought that was something good to announce. I'm...actually really glad to have met you guys, to have the chance to live here.

[This place has given him more freedom to be himself than he could ever truly explain.]

What I mean is...thank you! For being so welcoming, for making this such a nice place to live. I'm grateful.

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Thank you, and uh....I don't really know, I just drink regular tea. [Usually it's coffee, honestly. ]

It's no problem! [ She shakes her head and chuckles. ] You sound like another young man I've spoken to.

[ Danny. ]

Do you like sweet things? Or tart?

I...do?

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Sweet! Thank you again, that's....really good of you.

Yeah. You do. His name's Danny. Have you met him?

[ She's not telling him that she knows yet. ]

Sweet? Good. We have a few sweet-flavored teas as well as some treats to go along with it.

And you don't need to thank me. Everyone should have a happy birthday!

Oh, Danny!

[The relief is palatable. ]

Yes, I know him, he's one of my best friends.

It's still nice of you. I...don't normally have a fuss made at all.

Yes, Danny.

[ And she senses that relief. Poor guy, having to wonder if she knows. Maybe she should tell him? ]

Well, he's more like a younger brother to me. You both are. [ Bet you didn't see that coming!

She frowns slightly. ]

No fuss made over your birthday? We're just going to have to change that, now aren't we?

[ The wheels, they are a turnin'. ]

[He absolutely wasn't expecting that. His eyes widen in surprise, before a soft smile crosses his lips. He's not gonna cry, he's not gonna cry. ]

I- I am? [He honestly struggles to handle this. People wanting him in their lives, actually telling him that he means something to them. ] I-I mean. Yeah, you too. Uh. Like a big sister....I mean.

[Kill him now. ]

Oh...um, you don't have to go to any trouble...honestly.

[ Aww, Adrien. Her own smile softens in response to his surprise. ]

Yes, you are. [ She just may have an inkling on how he's feeling--having been there herself. ] And I'm honored that you feel the same way about me.

[ Nope. You got a big sis now. ]

Adrien, I want to do it.

I really do. I- I feel like I've really gained a family here.

[To the point where a small, rebellious part of him no longer wants to go home. He could make a life here. A good one. ]

Oh..um. okay. Sorry I'm just uh...not used to it.

[ Sheena understands that feeling all too well. After the last four years, she would rather stay here right now. For how long? Who knows? ]

It's okay, you don't have to apologize. I mean, I am hitting you with a lot of things at once right now.

[ Then her smile widens. ]

But, it's a nice thing to become used to, isn't it?

[ She means it all: the family, the fuss... ]

I think I can live with it. They're nice things.

It is. I never thought I'd really ever get that.

[ Her head tilts in confusion. ]

Get what? A family?

Well...I guess-no. Something like...people being around for me.

[ She smiles gently. ]

Well, get used to it. I'll be around for you for as long as I can.

[ And even after. ]

...Thank you, Sheena. I promise to do the same for you.

Thanks, Adrien.

[ A slight pause. ]

Guess I should let you go, huh?

Sure thing! I'll catch you again, Sheena.

Okay, Talk to you later!

[ And the feed ends. ]

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This seems like a good place to wrap up?

Works for me!

:)