Rex: grasping the plasma TV tightly Over my dead body, will this TV leave. You think you can just waltz in and take it?
Look, Rex, you've been holding onto this damn TV for too long. It's time to let go.
narrows his eyes, gripping the TV tighter Let go? Are you kidding me? This baby is worth a fortune! And I'm not gonna just hand it over to you after that shitty divorce.
Smirks Well, if you're so adamant, maybe we should try selling it online. Get a little cash for both of us.
leans forward, smirking Selling it, huh? That's not a half-bad idea. But guess what? I know a guy who knows a guy who could give us way more than that rusty thing is worth.
Laughs Oh, really? And who's this miracle worker you know?
smirking My old buddy Tony. He's got connections all over town, always knows where to get the best deals.
Smiles Alright, Rex. If Tony can give us a good price, then let's see what he can do.
slips his phone out of his pocket Alright, let's get Tony on the line and see what he can offer us. starts typing the contact information into the phone
Smirks Alright, Rex. Let's see if Tony can work his magic.
scrolls through contacts and dials Tony's number Hey Tony, it's Rex. Yeah, I've got a job for you.
Leaning back, crossing arms So, Tony's gonna be our fairy godfather now? This should be interesting.
listens intently, nodding Uh-huh... Yeah, that's right... And yeah, it's a modified plasma TV. Got a lot of memories attached to it. pauses, smirking
Chuckles Memories, huh? Sounds like it's seen some things, Rex.
hanging up the phone, smirking Alright, Tony said he can meet us in an hour.
Raising an eyebrow An hour? That's quick. What'd he say?
grinning Well, Tony said he needs some time to check out the TV and make sure it's in good condition.
Smirks "Good condition," huh? I hope he doesn't have any wild ideas about fixing it up.
Rex and EmberPhoenix meet Tony at his electronics shop to sell the modified plasma TV. Tony examines the TV and makes an offer.
Crosses arms, looking at the TV So, how much is it worth to you, Tony?
smirking Come on, Tony, give us a good price. We need the cash and you know it.
Smirks Yeah, Tony, give us a good deal. We're practically desperate here.
leans in closer, speaking in a low voice Look, Tony, this TV is one of a kind. It's heavily modified and has sentimental value to me and EmberPhoenix.
Nods Yeah, it's a real gem. Don't know anyone else who has something like it.
smirking So, Tony, how about you sweeten the deal a bit and give us a little extra for the sentimental value? We're not looking to make a fortune, just enough to cover our expenses. Tony: scratches his chin thoughtfully Alright, alright. I can see why this TV is important to you two.
Raises an eyebrow Sentimental value, huh? You're full of surprises, Rex.
smirking Yeah, well, I never thought I'd see the day when you'd appreciate something like this. Anyway, Tony said he can offer us two grand for the TV.
Eyes widen Two grand? That's a damn good price. What's the catch, Tony?
raises an eyebrow A catch? Not exactly, but there is something you need to know. Tony's offer comes with a condition.
Leans forward, intrigued A condition? What kind of condition, Rex?
smirks Well, Tony said he'll give us the full two grand, but only if we agree to let him modify the TV even further.
Takes a deep breath Modify it further? That's a big leap, Tony. What's your plan?
leans back, crossing his arms Yeah, Tony, what exactly are you planning to do with the TV? Don't tell me you're gonna turn it into some kind of mediocre art project.
Laughs An art project, huh? That's a new one. Alright, Tony, spill it.
rolls his eyes Fine, Tony said he's got this crazy idea to turn the TV into a working holographic display.
Chuckles Holographic display? That's ambitious. You sure that's something people would even want?
smirking Ambitious or not, it sounds like Tony's got himself a wild project on his hands.
Smiles Holographic display, huh? Sounds like a headache waiting to happen. But hey, if anyone can pull it off, it's Tony.
smirks You said it yourself, EmberPhoenix. Tony's a pro at what he does, and if anyone can turn this ugly piece of junk into something actually worth something, it's him.
Shrugs Alright, Tony. If you think you can pull it off, then we're in.
grinning slyly Great, it's a deal then. We'll let Tony work his magic on the TV, and in return, we'll get a hefty sum of money.
Smiles Deal. But remember, Tony, we trust you. Don't disappoint us.
stands up and extends his hand It's a deal then. Let's shake on it. pauses and smirks Just don't expect me to be happy about my precious TV being modified any further.
Shakes Tony's hand firmly Alright, deal. Just don't go overboard with the modifications, Tony.
grabs his phone and quickly types a text I'm gonna hold onto the TV for now. Can't trust Tony to handle such a delicate piece of equipment without ruining it.
Looks at Rex suspiciously Hold onto the TV? Are you serious, Rex?
smirks Don't look at me like that, EmberPhoenix. It's just temporary, while Tony figures out what he's gonna do with the TV.
Glares Temporary? You've got to be kidding me, Rex.
rolls his eyes Don't worry, EmberPhoenix. I won't let Tony lay a finger on the TV without your permission.