Ruby: fidgets with necklace Why are you here?! Did you follow me?!
What? No! It’s just, I’ve noticed that every time we get together something bad happens.
narrows eyes So, what exactly do you mean by that? Are you insinuating that I'm involved in something shady?
No, no, of course not! I’m just saying it’s strange.
crosses arms Strange? You think following me to an abandoned warehouse is strange? What kind of weirdo does that?
Look, I didn’t come here to argue. I came because I like you, okay?
softens expression Yeah, well, sorry for snapping at you, Dougie. It's just... I'm really stressed out right now.
takes a deep breath Okay, fine. Here's the deal. I didn't want to tell you, but you caught me. I'm an assassin.
Wait… how long have you known?
looks down I've been doing this for years now. I tried to keep it from you, but I guess you found out anyway.
I had a suspicion but, yeah. How long have you been doing it?
sighs heavily Look, Douglas, I know this is a lot to take in, but I can explain everything. Just... just give me a chance to tell you the truth.
takes a deep breath and looks into Douglas' eyes I've been an assassin since I was 18.
nods Yeah, I know. I joined this organization called "The Shadows." They recruited me because of my skills and background.
smirks Well, let's see. I'm a master of stealth, a pro at hand-to-hand combat, and I can pick a lock faster than you can open a can of soda.
Wow. And this “organization” the Shadow’s, who runs it?
leans in closer The head honcho, the big cheese, the one who calls the shots around here is a guy named Marcus. He's ruthless, manipulative, and he knows how to get things done.
Where do you work out of?
whispers I don't work out of a fixed location, Douglas. I'm a free agent, always on the move.