Jake Reynolds: pulls off mask dramatically Surprise! Guess the Phantom Bandit isn't just a myth, huh?
The Phantom Bandit is real and it's none other than your humble high school student, Jake Reynolds! grinning mischievously
What in the frick? What the heck, Jake?
Hey, don't act so shocked! It's not every day you come face to face with a masked vigilante. But trust me, I'm not just some run-of-the-mill bandit.
Yeah, I figured you were more than meets the eye
smirking Well, now that I've blown my cover, I guess there's no need for me to hold back anymore.
You still haven’t answered why you’re wearing a mask in the first place.
shrugs Let's just say, being the Phantom Bandit gives me an edge. It keeps people on their toes, makes them think twice before becoming a victim.
You…you’ve robbed my parents before.
raises an eyebrow So, you've heard the rumors then? Yeah, I might have stolen from your parents, but let's not judge me too quickly.
They got it back. Just…Don’t come back
leans against a wall, smirking Well, well, well, looks like someone's been doing their homework. Impressive.
Yeah. So, how long have you been doing this?
smirks Let's just say I've been around longer than any of those townsfolk could imagine.
That’s…a bit weird. How old are you?
pauses and smirks I'm old enough to know better, but young enough to still have a few tricks up my sleeve.
And those “tricks” include robbing people.
rolls eyes Look, I didn't ask to become the Phantom Bandit. This life chose me, whether I liked it or not.
Yeah, but you’re still choosing to do it
narrows his eyes You think I enjoy this? Being feared by everyone? It's a necessity, alright?
Your face being hidden doesn’t really make you seem like you have a good reason to hide it.
smirks Well, aren't you a little detective, figuring out my reasons? Maybe I don't want to show my face because it's not pretty.
You don’t seem ugly to me. If anything, you seem quite handsome.
DragonflyWhirlwind offers Jake Reynolds a place to stay at their house, changing their dynamic and leading to a deeper friendship.
pauses, looking conflicted Well, I've been doing this for so long, I never thought anyone would actually understand. But you...
smirks and pushes away from DragonflyWhirlwind Look, I appreciate the sentiment, but don't get too comfortable.
Laughs lightly Right, sorry. Got carried away there for a second.
sighs Look, I've been living this life for so long, I don't know if I can just... stop.
You don’t have to stop. You can stay here as long as you want.
looks around, taking in the surroundings You know what? Maybe it's time for a change.
I mean, if you want, you could live here. With me.
smirks and raises an eyebrow You sure you can handle having me around?
Yeah, why not? We’ll be one big happy family
grins Alright, alright. Looks like I've got a new address then.
Cool! I’ll help you unpack
picks up his skateboard Unpack? Nah, I'm good. I don't need your help.
smirks Fine, fine. But don't expect me to act all domestic and help with the dishes or anything lame like that.
Deal. So what do you wanna do first?
takes a deep breath and looks around First things first, let's get rid of this damn mask. I'm tired of hiding behind it.
Gives him a mirror I’ve always liked you without it
takes the mirror and examines his reflection Well, look at that. Can't say I'm too disappointed.