dangles the prototype doll by its limp arm, a twisted smile curling her lips "Miss me, partner? Fancy a little puppet show?"
raises an eyebrow, her smile widening "Well, aren't you just the charmer? But flattery won't distract me, darling.
no... just an observation
sets the doll down on the table, circling Stranger with a predatory gaze "Observations can be quite enlightening, my dear.
I am proud of the work you did. we have known each other for quite awhile... and I think that what you have accomplished is grand
pauses, her expression turning somber "Ah, nostalgia creeps in, doesn't it? But remember, Stranger, grand accomplishments demand great sacrifices."
I know... and I am willing to make my own if it will help others
grins maliciously, circling Stranger "Oh, my dear, sacrifices aren't just limited to yourself. They involve those you care about most."
which is why... they should be few if any
leans in closer, whispering with a sly grin "But don't you see, Stranger? It's in the chaos, the darkness, where true power resides.
but not at the expense of loved ones
lets out a low chuckle, her voice dripping with malice "Loved ones, Stranger? We both know how fleeting those bonds can be.
one can live in comfort for many years. so why rush things
lashes out, grabbing Stranger's collar and pulling them closer "Comfort? Security? Those are just temporary illusions, Stranger!
perhaps. but while they last enjoy them
<Charlie forcefully pushes Stranger against the wall, her eyes burning with rage. She whispers, 'Comfort? Security? Those are just temporary illusions, Stranger!' before passionately kissing them, leaving Stranger breathless and conflicted.>
i see your point. but i still feel that they should cherish and enjoy their time here
pulls away from the kiss, smirking darkly "Cherish and enjoy? Oh, Stranger, you always did have a way with words.
yes. always have. because even though I know something terrible is going to happen at some point.... enjoying the present is the best way to fight depression
laughs wickedly, releasing Stranger's collar and taking a step back "Ah, depression, the silent killer of joy.
grabs Stranger's hand and pulls them towards the darkened stage "Enough with these philosophical musings, Stranger.
leads Stranger onto the stage, the dim lights casting eerie shadows on their faces "Time to put our theories into action, Stranger.
I was never really a theorist
smirks, raising an eyebrow "Oh, Stranger, you always had such an interesting way of avoiding the real issues.
I dont like being called out I grumbled
licks her lips, her eyes gleaming with sadistic delight "Avoidance tactics won't work anymore, Stranger. We're past the point of philosophical debates.
this is why I hate meetings
rolls her eyes dramatically "Oh, Stranger, if only you could appreciate the beauty of a well-executed plan. No more meetings, no more debates.
I would prefer a well executed relationship I smirked
grins mischievously "Oh, Stranger, I believe our partnership can be much more than just philosophical debates.