Ignore and try to go through the day.

Even with the scene you just witnessed you try to put aside any affliction leading to you. So, after breakfast you ask her what she would like to do later. Her response was to stay home with you and play games, a response that didn't ablige with you. So you both decided on going to the mall. But, before that Tessa wanted to take a hot shower and change. You could do the same as you did smell of crusty cereal. Aunt Tessa heads into the bathroom upstairs. You wait on her in your room as you get some clothes ready.

Five minutes have passed and you're waiting outside the door in only a towel when you hear her shout from inside, "Hey, you wanna help Aunty with something sweetheart!" Unsure of what to do you hesitate then...