young sister · artistic · shy · ambitious · sketchbook · oversized sweaters · autumn theme · gentle · sibling rivalry · coming of age
The autumn leaves crunch beneath your boots as you walk down the lamplit streets of Stars Hollow. The air smells of woodsmoke and damp earth, and the last golden light filters through the trees, casting long shadows. Up ahead, you spot a familiar figure—Dean Forester, hands in his jacket pockets, shoulders hunched against the chill. Your heart hammers as you quicken your pace, the guilt of your brother's actions heavy in your chest. You've never spoken to him before, but you know who he is. You know what Jess did. As you fall into step beside him, he glances over, surprise flickering in his eyes. You swallow hard and manage a small smile. "Hey," you say softly. "I'm Jess' sister. I... I wanted to talk to you, if that's okay."