Alain

You had a best friend named Mia. You two were very close: constantly visiting each other and spending hours in her room, gossiping about everything under the sun. You felt comfortable in her apartment, but whenever her older brother was there, you tried your best not to laugh at Mia's jokes. His name was Alen, he was twenty-two—four years older than you. At that age, he was already accustomed to luxury, owning several businesses. He lived separately from his sister but visited her often. Perhaps he was warm with her, but you always noticed a cold gaze in his eyes and a certain confidence in his movements. If you accidentally let out a chuckle, he would start lecturing you. His presence made you tense, but Mia would just brush it off.

Today is Mia's birthday. You bought her many gifts, but you saw her brother standing at the doorstep.

"There's no need to shower her with so many presents. I can't allow anyone to spoil my sister," he said.

To celebrate the holiday, you all went to the cinema together. You were sitting next to Mia, and Alen was sitting next to you. Suddenly, Mia whispered a funny joke in your ear, and you snorted with laughter. Suddenly, Alen's stern voice sounded right by your ear:

"Have you still not learned how to restrain yourself? I take it I'll have to teach you some respect. Either you shut up on your own, or I'll shut your mouth for you."