Life is Strange 2: Unexpected Trials

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Episode 2: Doubts

Chapter 2

Sunday 30th October 2016

It was Sunday and, judging by the lack of noise in the house, Daniel found himself as the first one up yet again. He was less confused and concerned about this as he had been yesterday. But was still somewhat wary, knowing his father was still acting strange. After changing into a light blue T-shirt, dark blue jeans and sneakers, Daniel left his room.

'Hopefully today will, ah...' Daniel began to think, but then stopped, smiling.

For at that moment, bedroom door opening, Sean emerged; clad in a grey T-shirt with jeans and sneakers.

"Hey Daniel, you're up early." He remarked. "For a Sunday."

Daniel smiled and nodded. "Yeah, well, you know."

Sean nodded and turned towards the kitchen. But then, at that moment, surprising both boys, the door to their father's bedroom opened. They both turned, hopeful and to their relief, their father, unshaven and clad in grease stained jeans with a brown button up shirt and boots, emerged. Seeing them Esteban smiled lightly.

"Sean, Daniel, morning." He said, somewhat hesitantly.

Both boys shared a look, clearly unsure what to say; sensing this Esteban shook his head and they decided to talk it out over breakfast and Esteban went to start up breakfast for the family himself.

As they sat eating, Sean and Daniel shared looks regularly while watching their father, wondering when he was going to start talking.

Finally Esteban sighed and then spoke. "Boys, I...listen, I am so sorry for worrying you and, and for the last few days..."

He was floundering, clearly unsure what to say; but Sean and Daniel could both see that their father clearly regretted his actions.

"Dad, what's happening, what was it about that news report that had you freaked out?" Sean asked.

"I honestly don't know where to start." Esteban admitted. "I know you boys deserve the truth; but I need time, to sort out my thoughts and to be able to explain things properly."

Daniel bit his lip, but seeing Sean nod, he did so too, calming down, all of them relieved that things seemed to be getting better for the family and they could simply spend a relaxing Sunday together. Just as they finished breakfast however, Sean's phone rang, he went to answer it, seeing the caller ID.

"Hey Lyla." He greeted with a smile.

Lyla replied at once. "Oh finally, getting your message yesterday was cool and all, but I'm glad to actually hear you now."

Sean sighed. "Yeah, I know, sorry about that, things um...didn't go so well at the party."

"Oh yeah." Lyla remarked. "Well, I'm willing to listen."

"Actually, better to talk face to face...um, why don't you come around, I'm sure dad and Daniel will be happy to see you." Sean offered.

Lyla happily agreed and they hung up, Sean informing his family to expect Lyla's arrival.

So it was later that the family were already waiting when Sean answered the door and let Lyla in. She smiled and greeted him as he closed the door, she was dressed casually in grey cargo pants, a dark pink T-shirt and sneakers.

"Hey there." She added, turning her attention to the rest of the family.

Esteban smiled. "Lyla, always a pleasure."

"Hi Lyla!" Daniel greeted her enthusiastically.

Lyla laughed. "Well hello Daniel, good to see you all again."

With Lyla joining the family for their lazy Sunday, they all sat down and began chatting and simply passing time together. Half an hour later, Esteban excused himself as he had to check on some things in his workshop and Daniel reluctantly headed to his room to finish the last of his homework. Left alone Sean turned to Lyla, noting her change in expression.

"Lyla?"

"I...um, while I agreed to talk to you about the party, I've got my own issues too." She remarked. "But we'll come to that, you're the one I'm concerned about."

Sean sighed he had been expecting this.

"I just, I lost my nerve Lyla, especially when I missed my chance." He revealed.

With that he revealed what he saw, particularly Derek Anderson flirting with Jenn.

Lyla gasped. "What, seriously, c'mon Sean, since when do you give up so easily. Where did you even get the idea Jenn was even interested in Derek Anderson?"

"What, Lyla, I...I saw them and..." Sean stammered.

"You saw Derek flirting with Jenn, didn't see her respond." Lyla admitted. "Jenn came up to talk to me after she saw you leave, she was worried about you."

Sean paused at that, confused and thinking over what Lyla had said.

However even as he thought that, he wondered what was troubling Lyla, for she was clearly worried too, about something else.

"Lyla, what's bothering you, you said you had problems." He remarked. "You just helped me, I'd like to at least return the favour, if I can."

Lyla sighed and shook her head. "I...thanks Sean. Truth is...I have a crush on someone...a girl."

"Oh..."

"Yeah, I met her at the party, her name's Natalie Evans." Lyla explained. "She's...she's just amazing, beautiful, funny..."

Sean smiled and laughed good-naturedly. "I get it, so...what's the problem?"

Lyla thought for a moment, clearly trying to word this right.

"I just...I care so much about her, yet when I want to talk to her, I just feel, so awkward and unsure." Lyla revealed. "Sean I...I need your help, what should I do?"

That startled Sean, he hadn't expected Lyla to ask him that. He thought for a moment, biting his lip.

"I'm probably the last person to ask, Lyla, considering the mess my love life is in but..." He remarked. "If I was to offer any advice, I'd get to know her better first, make sure she feels the same way and to, to try and make sure things would be 'right' between you guys."

Lyla nodded slowly. "Yeah, um, you're probably right, I just...I don't know."

Sean nodded; he knew it was difficult, but he was glad Lyla had confided in him and he hoped that, despite her hesitance, she would manage, it was a chance for her to be really happy after all.

It was then Esteban and Daniel return and they continued to hang out, spending the rest of the day together.

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