[A surprise? That in itself is surprising enough already. They're still curious, not really sated yet, but the way their sibling folded up the paper seems awfully final. It's doubtful they'll receive an answer, even if they insist.
They don't look back at the bed again, shaking their head slightly.
They're far too awake now. And with the weight of everything on their shoulders, they doubt sleep will come any easier this time.
They questioningly point at the bed over their shoulder, and then at their sibling. What about them? Aren't they tired? They know how easily their sibling dozes off. Surely they won't have any trouble falling asleep, at least.]
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They don't look back at the bed again, shaking their head slightly.
They're far too awake now. And with the weight of everything on their shoulders, they doubt sleep will come any easier this time.
They questioningly point at the bed over their shoulder, and then at their sibling. What about them? Aren't they tired? They know how easily their sibling dozes off. Surely they won't have any trouble falling asleep, at least.]