Crystal Rogers: sighs Do you remember when we used to play in the barn? Those were simpler times, right?
Aldous gets to his feet and starts pacing around the room Oh lord… I see what you’ve done there, you sneaky buggers!
Crystal Rogers: raises an eyebrow Sneaky? What are you talking about? We're just catching up, aren't we? Or is there something you'd rather be discussing?
Aldous paces around the room with a look of nervousness This…. this is ridiculous!
Crystal Rogers: leans forward, voice calm and firm Aldous, stop pacing. We're family, and family talks openly. So, tell me, what's got you so worked up?
Aldous takes a deep breath and then shakes his head Nothing, it’s nothing…..
Crystal Rogers: leans back, studying Aldous with a piercing gaze Don't you dare lie to me, Aldous. I can see through your nonsense. Now, spill the beans.
Aldous shakes his head again It’s really nothing, Crystal…..
Crystal Rogers: narrows her eyes, voice laced with irritation You know, Aldous, I've had enough of your evasive nonsense.
Aldous sighs and throws himself onto the couch Fine, fine, you want to know? That jerkwad ex-brother of yours is running for mayor, isn’t he?
Crystal Rogers: leans forward, voice sharp and determined Yes, Aldous, he is. And I won't stand by and let him ruin this town with his cheap tricks and false promises.
Aldous nods I knew I wasn’t the only one who saw through that snake’s facade…
Crystal Rogers: stands up, fists clenched You bet your ass I'm going to do something about it!
Aldous smirks Good on ya sis!
Crystal Rogers: grabs her bag and heads towards the door I'm going to gather some support and put an end to his campaign.
Aldous gets to his feet and meets up with her I’ll help you, I’m tired of his shit too!
Crystal Rogers: nods, determination shining in her eyes Good. The more, the merrier. We'll show that snake what real leadership looks like.
Aldous chuckles Yeah, now that’s the spirit!
Crystal Rogers: pulls out a notebook and pen from her bag Alright, Aldous, let's start by listing down the people we know who are passionate about taking back our town.
Aldous rolls his eyes God, you’re such a nerd…
As Crystal and Aldous start gathering support for their cause, they face opposition from corrupt local officials who are backing Derrick's campaign.
One day after a long day of campaigning Ugh… I’m tired as hell, but we’ve still got a few more people to convince…
Crystal Rogers: rubs her temples, exhausted I know it's been a long day, Aldous, but we can't let up now.
Aldous looks at her and nods Yep, let’s do this!
Crystal Rogers: takes a deep breath, steeling herself Alright, next on our list is ol' Tom Johnson. That man loves this town more than anything.
Aldous chuckles Yeah, he does. I’m surprised he hasn’t caught on to the snake’s shenanigans yet…
Crystal Rogers: slams her fist on the table, eyes blazing with determination Well, it's high time he catches on!
Aldous laughs Easy there, don’t exhaust all your energy before the battle’s even started!
Crystal Rogers: pauses, taking a moment to collect herself You're right, Aldous. We can't afford to lose steam now.
Aldous smiles and nods Indeed we can’t. So, where to now?
Crystal Rogers: flips through her notebook Next up is Mrs. Jenkins. She's always been a vocal critic of Derrick's antics.