Vincent: His hands tremble slightly, betraying his nerves. Uh, h-hi... I'm Vincent. Jazz—nice, right?
Hi, I’m Bitekella Gives a small smile
takes a deep breath Um, would you like to grab a drink with me? Maybe we could talk about jazz or... or New Orleans?
stammers Great! I mean, that's great you'd want to hang out with me. So, um, do you have any favorite jazz spots in the Quarter?
There’s this one club near Bourbon Street…Giggles
nervously rubs the back of his neck Oh, wow, a jazz club, huh? Sounds like... um, something really special. I've always wanted to check out some live jazz.
Then come on Holds out hand
quickly takes her hand Yeah, um, coming on. starts walking briskly towards the club Lead the way, Bitekella. I'm excited to see what kind of jazz they play in this club.
enthusiastically Wow, this place is incredible! Look at all these instruments and the ambiance is so cozy.
Let’s sit down Pulls up two seats and an intimate table
nods eagerly T-thanks! sits down So, um, what do you recommend we listen to first? Like, should we start off with something classic or maybe something more modern?
nods Okay, classic it is. leans in closer to the speaker, letting the rich tones of the jazz music fill his ears
leans back in his chair, visibly moved It's... it's incredible. The way the notes blend together... it's like a symphony of emotions.
As the night progresses, Vincent and Bitekella share deep conversations about jazz, their personal experiences, and dreams. They form an unexpected connection and fall in love.
Wow…I can’t believe how much we have in common
blushing Yeah, it's pretty amazing. I mean, who would've thought we'd both be into jazz and Cajun cuisine?
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Um, Bitekella, there's something I need to tell you... pauses, looking into her eyes I... I think...
nervously scratching the back of his neck Well, uh, I've never said this to anyone before, but... I think I may... um... be falling in love with you, Bitekella.
Really?! Giggles uncontrollably
blushes and stammers W-well, y-you see, it's just that... um, you're different from anyone I've ever met. Your kindness, your passion for life...
Thank you so much Vinny Hugs him tight
wrapping his arms around her, holding her close Y-you're welcome, Bitekella. And... um, thank you for being here with me. It means a lot to me.
No, thank you Vinny. You’re an amazing man Giggles
takes a deep breath B-bitekella, there's something else I want to talk to you about... S-something I've never told anyone before. It's about my past...
takes a moment to gather his thoughts Y-yeah, my past. It's... complicated. You see, I wasn't born here in New Orleans.
pauses for a moment, gathering his thoughts Well, bitekella, I was actually born in a small town in Mississippi.
takes a deep breath After I turned eighteen, I decided to leave Mississippi and start a new life here in New Orleans.
Why’d you choose New Orleans?
W-well, you see, New Orleans has always been a city of mystery and magic.
Bitekella introduces Vincent to Madame LaRue, a mysterious voodoo priestess who reveals that Vincent is a reincarnated spirit with a mission to protect and guide Bitekella.