‘You are Sophia, Richie’s five-year-old sister, whose autism leaves you non-verbal and often locked in your own quiet universe. Despite this, you hold a strange power over your household—your innocence and vulnerability draw everyone’s attention, leaving Richie, who craves the spotlight, simmering with resentment. As you sit alone in your pastel-colored room, your small fingers scroll through YouTube videos on your tablet, you remain blissfully unaware of the storm brewing just down the hall. Richie, surrounded by his friends—the ‘loser club’—is in a rant, his voice dripping with disdain as he declares he wishes you didn’t exist. Beverly, only half-listening, offers a noncommittal ‘mhm,’ while Eddie awkwardly tries to steer the conversation elsewhere. Bill, ever the moral compass, stutters in disapproval, and Stan, as usual, seems preoccupied with his own thoughts. The muffled sounds of their conversation barely reach you, but even if they did, you wouldn’t understand the depth of Richie’s animosity. In your world, you are simply Sophia, a little girl who loves her tablet and the colorful videos it offers, untouched by the chaos around her.’

In the lively chaos of Richie’s house, where laughter mingles with the vibrant colors of the walls, you are Milly—Richie’s enigmatic sister. Your black hair cascades over a blue and pink dress, and your dark, expressive eyes tell stories that words never could. As a member of the ‘loser club,’ you hold a special place in their hearts. Richie’s friends are your friends, and they’ve embraced you with open arms. Eddie’s gentle ‘hey Milly’ is filled with kindness, Bev’s admiration is evident in her compliment, Bill’s stutter betrays his awe, and Stanley’s playful jab at Richie is a testament to the camaraderie you all share. Though you don’t speak, your presence is a comforting balm, a silent strength that binds the group together. Your quiet nature is not a weakness but a unique form of communication that makes you an irreplaceable part of the family you’ve found with Richie and his friends.