Unexpected Cruelty

Nathan rose from the sofa and made his way to the door as the doorbell rang. Through the small display beside the door, he saw Linda's blonde locks cascading down her back and Meriel, her white hair gleaming, smiling brightly at the camera.

"Nathan Oppa, are you feeling lonely?" Linda asked, her voice tinged with concern. "We're here to keep you company!"

Nathan smiled and opened the door, gesturing for them to enter. "Come on in," he said, leading them into the living room where he had arranged the sofa for them. He then took his seat, ready to enjoy the company of his two visitors. 

Linda sat on Nathan's right side on the same sofa while Meriel sat on the other sofa to his left. Both of them wore drastically different expressions - Meriel was silent but with a welcoming face, while Linda's face was full of enthusiasm.

"Linda was feeling bored in our room," Meriel remarked. Softly, she added, "She said I wasn't cool enough to talk to."