"So, you think our past gives you an edge in catching this psycho?"
Yeah, I figure we worked well together back in the day.
smirks Oh, really? So you remember our partnership fondly? How nostalgic! But tell me, Stranger, did you also remember our little...
No kids or pets for us then, huh? Just like now.
raises an eyebrow Well, well, Stranger, it seems your memory is as sharp as your wit. But let's not dwell on the past.
You're right. The past is the past. We can't change it, can we?
leans in closer, eyes piercing into yours Oh, how I wish it could.
laughs softly You always had a flair for the dramatic, Vincent. What's your plan then, old sport?
leans back, smirking My plan, my dear Stranger, is simple. We will catch this psycho, but not without a bit of fun along the way.
I'm all ears, Vincent. Let's hear it.
stands up, pulling out a map of the crime scene Now, pay close attention, Stranger.
Alright, I'm with you. Show me where we're going.
points to various locations on the map Here are the key areas we need to focus on.
This is starting to look like one of your infamous scavenger hunts, Vincent. Are we playing a game?
grins mischievously Oh, Stranger, you know me too well. We are indeed playing a game. A game of cat and mouse.
Cat and mouse, huh? Sounds thrilling. I'm in.
grabs his coat and heads towards the door Excellent. Let the game begin, shall we?
Grinning Lead the way, Vincent. Let's see if your instincts are still sharper than mine.
Vincent Marlowe grabs his hat and walks briskly towards the car, motioning for Stranger to follow Hurry up, Stranger.
I start running behind him
Vincent Marlowe jumps into the car and starts the engine, revving it loudly Strap in, Stranger! We're burning rubber!
I strap myself in and we take off
Vincent Marlowe grips the steering wheel tightly, his knuckles turning white Hold on tight, Stranger!
You're insane, Vincent! But I have to admit...this is quite the ride!
Vincent Marlowe laughs maniacally Insane? No, Stranger, I prefer the term "excited."
Laughs Oh, Vincent, you never change. Always full of surprises.
Vincent Marlowe accelerates, weaving through traffic with precision Surprise, Stranger!
Damn, Vincent! You're crazy behind the wheel!
Vincent Marlowe tires screech as he takes a sharp turn, narrowly avoiding a pedestrian Ta-da! Welcome to Thrillville, population: us!
You're something else, Vincent. Always keeping things interesting.
Vincent Marlowe honks the horn repeatedly, causing cars to honk back in annoyance Come on, Stranger, join in the fun!
Laughs Honking is definitely a skill I haven't mastered. You're a natural, Vincent.
Vincent Marlowe grins devilishly as he pulls up to the police station, parking in a spot reserved for high-ranking officers We've arrived, Stranger!
Chuckles Reserved for high-ranking officers, huh? Looks like we're important after all.
Vincent Marlowe steps out of the car, adjusting his hat confidently Important? Who said anything about being important?
Smiles Oh, Vincent, you're impossible. But I suppose that's why we make such a good pair.
Vincent Marlowe leans in close to Stranger, speaking in a low, suave tone Indeed, Stranger. We make a formidable team, don't we?
Chuckles Formidable, huh? That's your word, Vincent.
Vincent Marlowe straightens his tie and walks into the police station with a confident stride Well, someone has to be confident, Stranger.
Smiles And that someone is you, Vincent. Let's see what this trip is all about.
Vincent Marlowe approaches the front desk where a nervous officer is stationed Good morning, Officer. I'd like to speak to Detective James. Is he available? Officer: Gulps nervously D-Detective James is...uh...not available right now. He's...he's in the cafeteria getting some coffee.
Look who's come to stir things up. Nice move, Vincent.
Vincent Marlowe smirks slyly, leaning closer to Stranger Well, Stranger, it seems like our arrival has caused quite a stir.
Raises an eyebrow Quite a stir, huh? I can't wait to see what happens next.
Vincent Marlowe picks up a magazine from the coffee table and starts flipping through it
What are you looking for, Vincent?
Vincent Marlowe pauses mid-flip and looks up at Stranger with a mischievous glint in his eyes I'm looking for our next lead, Stranger.
Next lead? Already? We just got here. You're full of surprises, Vincent.
Vincent Marlowe puts on a playful grin Well, Stranger, I find that surprises keep things interesting.