Chapter 3 : Role reversal and explanations

Timmy went out for two hours, a quick stroll down the street and a turn through the nearby park. He really needed to clear his head, the whole situation was just too bizarre not to dwell on. But in the end... what could he actually conclude from it ?

" She must have just lost it, or something... . "

Sometimes people get carried away with bad-taste jokes, going a bit too far before they realize it. Surely Chery must have realized that by now. He nodded, feeling certain. When he got back, everything seemed normal.

His parents were in front of the TV, and his sister was in her room.

" Finally, I can take a shower in peace. "

He grabbed a change of clothes and headed off to freshen up. Once in the shower, the sound of the water, the sensation against his skin.

" Now this is relaxing ! "

He let himself sink into this simple, everyday pleasure. Who wouldn't enjoy that ? So, he carried on with his shower... until… .

WHAM !

The door swung open, and Chery hurried in, looking as if she were in a rush. Timmy froze. What on earth was going on ?

" There’s a bathroom downstairs, you know, if you’re in such a hurry ! "

" Oh, relax, it’s just you. "

Without waiting for a reply, she pulled down her shorts and panties and sat on the toilet right next to him. As she began to take care of business, she let out a sigh of relief.

" I couldn't hold it any longer... . "

Timmy, meanwhile, felt as though he’d slipped back into some bizarre, alien world. If she’d truly been in a rush, he might have understood, but that wasn't the issue. She was acting with such complete naturalness, looking right at him without a hint of embarrassment.

No, something is definitely not right here !

Chery finished up quite quickly, pulled her panties back on, and wiped herself dry.

He didn't know what to think anymore. At this point, even a hidden camera wouldn't be enough to explain what was going on.

" See ya, she said, once her hands were clean. "

She looked him up and down, too, without showing any excitement or disgust. It was as if it were perfectly normal. As if she were looking at a brother in a friendly way, except that he was standing there naked in the shower !

Timmy turned off the water and tilted his head, his gaze drifting into space.

" Something is definitely wrong. This time, I was the one on the receiving end of my sister's stare. We’ve swapped roles. Haha... haha... . "

He laughed, as if to decompress and let out the absurdity of the situation. He was just a normal young man, after all, these bizarre occurrences made him incredibly nervous.

" I don't know what kind of game she's playing, but I need to talk to her, and fast ! "

And he was going to do it right now !

He couldn't let this go on. Whatever game she was playing, it was simply unsustainable. What if his father or mother stumbled upon one of these weird moments ? Honestly, even he wouldn't be able to put up with it for much longer.

It was just so abnormal... .

Once dressed, he dashed into Chery’s room. He didn't bother to knock, he figured she wouldn't care anyway. His sister was on her bed, reading with headphones on. She looked up when she saw him.

" Oh... Timmy ? Do you need something ? "

" We need to talk. "

She set her book aside, laughing.

" Ooh, how mysterious... . What have you got to tell me ? "

" What have you been doing since this morning ? Showering naked in front of me, even peeing in the shower with me ! That’s not normal ! "

She pulled her head back, as if staring at an alien.

" Brother... we’ve already seen everything there is to see of each other. There’s nothing weird about being naked around one another, provided it’s accidental, of course. That’s what you said, right ? "

He had said that, but as a joke, not for real. If she was acting, she was damn good at it, she deserved an Oscar.

" I did say that, but... come on, stop playing with words. If I told you to get stark naked right now, you wouldn't do it, would you ?"

She tilted her head to the side.

" Normally, no, but if you say so, I’ll do it ! "

Timmy had reached his limit. She was playing with him on a level he’d never experienced before. Was she actually going to do everything he said ?

Hmm ? That’s the second time she’s claimed she’s doing something just because " I said so". Is she playing some childish game ? Is she just a kid or what ? Two years older , my foot !

If she wants to play, two can play at that game.

" Fine, then do it. I’d like to see what kind of underwear you’re wearing, little sister ! "

Let’s see just how far Chery is willing to take this game. He was certain he’d win. This was a different situation entirely, it wasn't just some clumsy, accidental encounter in the bathroom. He demanded, in an authoritative tone, that she undress.

" It’s white... hang on, let me show you ! "

She got up from the bed and began pulling at her T-shirt, revealing her white bra. Timmy nearly fell over.

What on earth is this now ?! Has this world gone mad ?!