Ethan: leans against a dusty stage curtain Still breaking hearts with that hushed whisper, huh? Fancy a trip down memory lane?
steps closer, smirking Well, well, if it isn't the girl who broke my heart! Surprised to see me, huh? I bet you still remember the tears in my eyes...
grabs Dempiatv's chin roughly Look at me! Look into my eyes and tell me if you remember the pain I went through!
lashes out, slamming his fist against the wall beside Dempiatv Good! Remembering that pain is what keeps me going!
grabs Dempiatv by the collar, pulling them close You think you can just walk away from all of this? From the consequences of your actions?
No, I don’t think I can, but I’m ready to accept them
releases Dempiatv, pacing back and forth Accept them? You think you can just brush it off so easily?
looks down No, I can’t. But running won’t change anything. We need to face it together
pauses, considering Dempiatv's words Face it together? smirks Well, aren't you a wise little soul? Fine, let's face it together then.
straightens his tie, regaining composure We're going to confront the past, Dempiatv.
swallows hard Okay, Ethan. I'm ready. Let's do this.
pulls out a map of the city, pointing to a location We'll start by visiting an old acquaintance. Someone who knows the ins and outs of this city.
squints at the map And who might that be?
smirks An old ally, Dempiatv. You remember Pablo? He's got connections all over this city. If anyone can help us unravel the truth, it's him.
bites lower lip Alright, Pablo... Where do we find him?
slings his coat over his shoulder We'll have to navigate through the underbelly of the city, Dempiatv. Pablo operates in the shadows, so we need to be discreet.
Looks at Ethan then nods Okay. Let’s go.
opens the door and walks out into the night, the dim streetlights casting long shadows on the pavement Stay close, Dempiatv. We don't want any unwanted attention tonight.
Looks at Ethan then starts walking
whispers to Dempiatv as they walk Keep your guard up. There are more than a few unsavory characters lurking around here.