Lori confronts Lincoln about the movie in which he confesses her feelings.
Lori had watched this movie for maybe a hundredth time but still couldn't decide what is more unbelievable for her the fact that her brother had crushed her enough to avoid her, or that he had done it at all. It wasn't even that it was gross honestly, she didn't see it that way and but how it was possible. After all, she was so terrible, bossy, and mean sister to him that it shouldn't happen but did. Well, this movie was the best proof of that and how strong this feeling is. However, it didn't change the fact that she still couldn't understand how someone as amazing as Lincoln could fall in love with her. And that is why now lying in her bed and hoping to finally understand, Lori played this video again:
Lincoln was sitting on the chair with his head down, hands clasped between his knees, and, overall, his pose expressed felt of guilt and shame. Exactly just like his gaze when he finally looked at the camera and opened his mouth to speak.
Unfortunately, Lori knew all too well what it gonna be and didn't want to hear it. However, despite this, not wanting to miss anything, she decided not to rewind this scene. And that's why at the next moment she heard how Lincoln talked with a shameful and nostalgic tone.
Hey Lori, do you remember that horrible and stupid message where I told you that you were the worst sister. Probably yes, but you know what's really funny... it's me who finally turned out to be the worst brother.
Well, he was right about one thing, she remembered it perfectly well. Mainly because then there he was her servant for a month as an apology but she could not agree with the latter. Lincoln could never be the worst brother, cause even if he did something wrong at times, then he always made it up to them. That's why blonde wanted to scream and scold him for talking nonsense, but cause it was just a video, she just continued listening
And now if you try to deny it now remembering all the good things I've done; you'd better give it up. It won't change the fact that what I have done is bad, illegal, and for you probably also disgusting and terrible.
Her brother again was half right, she did it because as Leni told, he had done for them much more than any other guys, ever Actually Lori was ready to bet that it's impossible to count all the times he sacrificed his free time to help them and all his good deeds. However even if not still all of them repeatedly were enough to make any of his fault just trivial. And that was also true of what he confessed at the next moment
Or to put it bluntly, I stopped seeing you as my older sister and started as a woman I love, and I understand if you hate me or felt disgusts with this.
No, he didn't, cause there was nothing to understand, she didn't hate him for this and especially wasn't disgusted with it. After all Lincoln did nothing with this,he never confessed to her, never forced to anything, and be happy with her relationship with Bobby. Actually, He seemed to reconcile with the fact that it is impossible and decided to hide it. That's why Lori didn't hate him and for sure not so much as he believed she would do. Just a pity he didn't know it and cause of it said his next words which always hurt her:
So I also understand if you don't want to see me around your children or with your own eyes. However, before you consider me a sick pervert and disgusting, let me explain myself
Then her brother made such beg face that even if she would feel disgusted, she couldn't help but must agree. That's why soon Lori heard two biggest surprises of this whole video and her life
Ok, Lori if you are still there, do you remember when we were eleven and five respectively, and we played marriage. Well, it was this moment when I saw in you my perfect girlfriend and even wife but don't think it's just a child's crush or something like that. Definitely not because I feel it until now and I feel it when you were my older bossy, mean, and exploiting sister but you know what? I never perceive you like that; cause I perfectly knew your reasons and besides still I saw in you this sister who played my wife. The girl who always was so good, obliging, helpful, loving, and caring with me that even inspired me to who I'm today.
It was exactly these two things that surprised her so much, first, she couldn't believe that her brother remembered this, and second that she had so big influence on him. Well, this along with the fact that she could make him fall in love with her always made her proud and especially after heard his next words:
Exactly, it was you who inspired me to be better and that's probably the only thing that could have been left from those times. You know, times when the world was simpler, and siblings could promise they would get married and nobody saw it strange. Unfortunately, then we found out it was wrong and illegal, and we were forced to forget our promises. Just a pity that the heart does not always know what the law is, and you can't choose who you would love. And Probably that's why now you are with Bobby, and I rot alone in my apartment, cause no one can replace you or any other sister. But let's not talk anymore about how my feelings destroyed my life because you probably have something important to do now. So, without prolonging this I'm finishing here, goodbye and probably see you nevermore.
The video ended with these words, leaving Lori again speechless and full of doubts. But one thing was always clear to her that Bobby was no match for her brother. After all, what another guy, being so busy, would be ready to devote his free time for her. Well, Lincoln, who after her hard breakup became her support, comforter and shoulder for crying. And that, along with remembering everything he had done for her, made the girl finally understand. She could chase her dream boyfriend for her entire life or accept that he was already here at the other end of the corridor. Well, that last glimpse finally made her feelings and decisions clear. So Lori didn't wait, got up, and went to her brother's room with firm resolve. She was going confess her love to him and, if he still had a place for her in his heart, also conquest it. After all, she had no plans to become some crazy Yandere and was ready to accept rejection. However it did not change the fact that it was the last thing she wanted, and that was probably why her next steps were full of nervousness. That obviously Lori didn't like it, but at least it strengthened her more in her resolve. After all, what kind of girl intending to confess love wouldn't come a little nervous. Well, probably everyone, and she was in particular. So the blonde could safely say that she was really deeply in love with him. Unfortunately, or fortunately, the same nervousness that made her stronger made her want to run away and try tomorrow. Which of course meant "never" and for this reason, when Lori finally came to his door, she entered without knocking and called for him:
- Hey Lincoln, can we talk? - And it was only now that she noticed that she had interrupted his reading of the comic book, scaring him off pretty well.
- Lori, is it so hard to knock?. - Lincoln asked irritated.
- Ohh, please, twerp, it's nothing I didn't see before. - The girl snorted downplaying and by the way observing him, well, her brother was skinny, etc., but it only made him cute, besides, she accepted her as she was, so she couldn't have done otherwise.
- Still, it's awkward, so can you let me dress up, please? - He asked.
- No, it's too important. -Blonde denied, and Lincoln saw her famous look, "I do not accept the refusal" but this time with a strange nervousness and even fear.
- Okay, what do you want to talk about?- Lincoln gave up with a sighed
- Well, I'll be direct, I've seen that movie. - She admitted crossing her arms.
Hearing this, her brother turned pale, because it was, among other things, her discoveries that he was most afraid of. Unfortunately, Lori stood in front of the door, so he couldn't escape, therefore, without any other options, the boy decided to try to smooth the situation with a joke:
- So, you will start with legs, arms, or spine?
- Pff, very funny twerps but I'm literally not gonna change you into a human pretzel. - Lori promised.
-is it, so bad? - The boy asked trembling with fear.
- No, Lincoln- She denied, sitting down on the edge of his bed, and adding: - Actually I wanna talk about something else but first can you sit down, please?
- Umm, sure. - Her brother accepted a bit surprised by her nervous and shy demeanor. However still, fearing that Lori was going to test the flexibility of his joints, he sat down at a safe distance.
Hey, don't be afraid, I really won't do anything to you. - His sister promised, sitting closer and putting her arm around him.
-Ok, so?
- Well first I wanna know why?
- didn't you see this part?
- I do but it's not everything, right?
- Yes, because I also consider you one of the most beautiful sisters. - Her brother admitted.
-Oh stop, twerp, it's not so bad. -The girl replied blushed.
- Isn't so bad? Do you know how much I envied Bobby that he could be with somebody like you? With a woman who has such a shapely figure, wonderful face, beautiful hair, and amazing eyes?
- Do you really see me that way - Lori asked touched by his words
-Yes, but it's not only this, You see as I said I love you also for your personality because even if you are bossy and overbearing, etc, you still love us. After all, true love is not only about pampering, but also guiding you on the right path, even if it means being a bit sharp
-Wow I had never thought of it like that, but what about my other flaws
-That you are sometimes a terrible chocoholic, that you are sometimes a bit jealous, or maybe that you are a phone freak? - Lori just nodded - Oh please and who are without them, just look at me - The boy pointed himself with both hands and stated: - Skinny, comics geek with bunny teeth and white hair, whose plans rarely work, and his only talent is helping his sisters.
Lincoln finished and at the same moment, she gave him a rebuking slap on the back of his head.
- Ouch, why was that? - The boy asked massaging his head.
- That for talking bullshit, twerps, because you are much more than that, and even if not still it's what make you perfect.
- You see and this is the point, we should be able to accept human flaws as I accept yours
- Wow you know you sometimes seem even more mature to me than I am.-The blonde admitted and added with smile:- and this is probably one of the reasons why Luan and Luna love you so much
_ What? do you know? when? how? - Her brother asked hyped and panicked.
- Wow, wow relax. - Lori calmed him down and then explained -Okay, now in turn. Yes, I know, a few months, I accidentally eavesdropped on their conversation o and that's why I also know that you are a couple, now.
- So, do you gonna report us, or something like that? - The boy asked worry.
- No, twerps I'm not gonna do it. And if you are wondering why, it is because I literally know that your kindness, chivalry, and courtesy make you the best boyfriend for them.
- Wow, nice to hear that but aren't you disgusted with it?
- Well, should, but then I would be hypocritical. - His sister stated
- Wait, what do you mean? - Lincoln asked confused.
- You, see, twerp, I also love you - Lori admitted timidly playing with her fingers and then added shy and nervously: - So if it's clear now I wanna ask you, do you wanna be my boyfriend?
- Lori. - The boy, putting his hand on her shoulder, called her in a tone that worried her because he didn't sound happy, and to her disappointment added:- Normally nothing would make me happier, but I have to refuse you.
- What, you said yourself that you love me - blonde stated misunderstanding
- Yes, I do. - Her brother confirmed sadly.
- And I love you, so what is the problem?
- exactly in this problem. - He stated suddenly causing her sister to make a confused face:- You only believe that love me.
-Oh, please I literally think that I better know what I feel. - The girl protested.
- No you don't. - Lincoln denied and seeing her unconvinced look added: - You just broke up with a boyfriend who was in your life for a very long time and even if you deny, you miss him even a bit.
- Oh, please, it's the most stupid thing I ever heard, I don't miss this idiotic asshole. - His sister denied, crossing her arms.
-Lori, you can tell yourself that, but I won't believe it
- So, you have to, cause he is literally dead to me. - The girl flatly denied it, but her brother's eyebrow raised in disbelief made her doubt. Then Lori started wondering and found that he was right, she tried to deny it but still missed her ex. It made her eyes opened wide and said as if she had a great revelation - You are right, I literally still miss this cheap cheater but why?
- As I said he was a very important part of your life and it's hard to forget about it but don't worry, with the time you'll get over it. - Her brother promised in a comforting gesture, placing his hand on her shoulder
- Hope, because, I literally don't want to remember this idiot but still don't understand what this has to do with this?
- This that you just try to fill the void in your heart, and I bet that if Clyde had known, you would have accepted him and therefore I can't accept, not because I don't love you, but because I don't want to let you do something you could regret.
After these words, Lori became speechless, her brother again surprised her, she just couldn't understand how someone disguising himself as a hero and believing in ghosts could be so mature at the same time.
However, one thing became clear to blonde, she lost her last doubts as to whether Lincoln was really the best guy in the world. He was, cause not everyone in his shoes would be able to refuse and it's all for her own good. What's more, the girl could beat her life that most guys older than him would use her situation but not her brother. That's why Lori just wanted to cover him with a kiss but knowing that it's not a good moment decided to do the second-best thing. She hugged him with all her hard thanking him profusely:
- Omg thank you Lincoln, you are literally the best brother I could ever wish for. I literally think I will never be able to 'thank you enough for stopping me from this madness.
- No problem, Lori. - Her brother replied returning a hug- Although I didn't expect such a reaction from you.
-And what do you expect that I would blackmail you to be with me? - the blonde joked, but seeing Lincoln turn his head in shame, she experienced sudden enlightenment: - Omg you literally thought so?
- Yes, sorry but this breakup doesn't leave you in a good mental condition, so I had some fears. - The boy apologized
- Literally not necessary your secret is safe with me. - She promised, making move as if she zipped her mouth.
- Thanks Lori, you are literally the best.
- No problem just promises me two things, first that you will always love and respect them.
- Don't worry I will do my best and what is this second thing?
- That when I finally get over this jerk, you gonna take me on the date and you will help to explain what my heart feels.
- Hehehe it's something I could do. - Lincoln agreed.
- Thanks, twerps, you are literally the best brother. -Blonde thanked, grabbed him for cheeks to give him strong pecked, and finished: - See you later, twerps.
- See you later, Lori - He said goodbye, and when the girl went out and closed a door put his hand on his lips still feeling the taste of her strawberry lip gloss. His life just getting even more interested.