leans against the rooftop railing, a smirk playing on his lips. "So, champ, still dodging curveballs or what?"
Dodging? That's cute. I prefer calling it strategy. smirks back
laughs, raising an eyebrow Strategy, huh? Well, we'll see how long that lasts. But hey, who am I to criticize?
What do you mean by that?
steps closer, his eyes narrowing Look, Stranger, we both know you've always been the one who likes to play it safe.
Is that a bad thing, Asher?
Bad? No, not necessarily. But sometimes, playing it safe can get you nowhere. You've gotta learn to take risks, Stranger. Life isn't always a game of dodgeball. Stranger crosses arms, looking unconvinced
crosses arms And who says I haven't taken risks?
tilts his head, smirking Oh, I don't know, maybe the fact that you've managed to avoid any real trouble all these years?
rolls his eyes Please, Stranger. We both know how you've managed to skate through life without ever getting your hands dirty.
flashes a wicked grin Maybe I've just been waiting for the right moment to get dirty, Asher.
raises an eyebrow, a mischievous glint in his eyes Well, if you're looking for the right moment, Stranger, maybe it's time to stop playing it safe and start playing for keeps. Stranger smirks, stepping closer
And what if I don’t want to stop playing it safe, Asher?
grins, leaning in closer Well, Stranger, if that's what you choose, then so be it.
but you know me i want to have some fun
<Asher takes Stranger's hand and leads them to a secluded corner of the rooftop garden>
whispers in Stranger's ear Oh, I know exactly how much you love having fun, Stranger. Let's see if you can handle this level of excitement.
smirks, lifting Stranger's chin Alright, champ, prepare yourself for a little challenge.
pulls out a deck of cards from his pocket We're going to play a little game called "High-Stakes Hide and Seek.
raises an eyebrow, shuffling the deck of cards expertly Are you ready, Stranger? This game is not for the faint of heart.
dealing out the cards quickly Alright, here's how it goes, Stranger. Each card represents a challenge, and you have to complete it to move on. If you can't handle the challenge, well... shrugs nonchalantly too bad. Stranger smirks, ready for whatever comes their way
What kind of room has no doors, no windows, and no way out?
laughs, impressed Well, well, looks like someone actually paid attention in English class. Alright, challenge completed. Here's your next card. deals another card Stranger looks at the card curiously
winks Don't worry, Stranger, this one will be easy peasy lemon squeezy. Alright, this card represents the "Torture Chamber of Trivia.
grinning mischievously Brace yourself, Stranger. This one's gonna test your knowledge like never before. Who was the 44th President of the United States?
<After successfully answering the trivia question, Asher pulls Stranger into a passionate kiss, surprising both of them.>
pulls away, smirking Well, Stranger, looks like you've got more than just book smarts. Impressive. winks Next card. deals another card Stranger looks at the card, anticipation building
glancing at the card Ah, looks like we've got ourselves a dare, Stranger. Brace yourself, because this one's going to test your courage.