flashback to a young Darren and Sebastian, their family being hunted by mer people hunters, a scream, Sebastian pops up, sweat on his forehead hears a noise downstairs, gets up and walks down DARREN WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING HERE?
stutters when flustered well, we were minding our own business when all of a sudden, we stumbled upon this place and saw you. is everything alright here?
My name is Stan and I’m with the local news radio station WPBS. do you know anything about this? Stan shows Darren and Sebastian a picture of the 1953 white Chevy Corvette
stutters when flustered uh, no, we don't know anything about it, but it looks like some kind of car. is it important?
It’s your fathers car! A rare model! So do you know where your father is?
nervously fidgets well, um, our father is actually... um... well, he's not really in the picture. he died a few years ago.
Here! hands over a brand new gift-wrapped box full of pictures of your dad and stories of how he was a car nut.
surprised by the gift, touch it gently thank you... for this. it means a lot to us. exhales deeply we'll cherish these memories.
As well I’ve heard that you guys have visited this place alot for the last few weeks…is everything okay?
visibly relieved oh, uh, yeah. we come here every now and then to relax and clear our minds. it's just our way of getting away from everything.
Well it’s been a pleasure talking to you. If you guys need anything tell me and I’ll be around. I see you two more or less as little brothers..smiles a bit sad…Bye boys.
stutters when flustered uh, thanks, Stan. and uh, yeah, take care. bye.
quickly exchange glances did you hear that? someone's approaching. hide behind the car. now!
I play with my handheld radio before stopping short and looking at the car. I approach slowly until I come to the window. Uh-huh….looks confused
peeks out from behind the car p-please don't hurt us. w-we're just here to relax and enjoy our time together.
Oh,Sorry! I didn’t realize that you two were in here! What are you guys doing in here?
<Darren and Sebastian decide to reveal their true identities as merpeople to Stonets>
Oh! Um- well…wow.steps back in shock and takes deep breaths before calming down. Are you guys real? I mean….like…THEY’RE REAL. That’s crazy! But I guess that would explain why you both have scales on your necks and stuff.
nods nervously yeah, we're real. we're known as merpeople. it's a supernatural creature that can live both in water and on land.
W-Well um-I don’t want to bother you guys because clearly you have some problems but if you want I can go get my underwater camera. We could do an interview down there and maybe there’s footage of you guys on national television! How does that sound?
stutters when flustered uh, well, we appreciate the offer, but we'd rather keep our existence a secret. it's safer that way.
Of course. I will tell you that though if you guys ever want to you should try being on TV. It’s a great way to gain popularity and because I’ve been doing stories about the supernatural it would fit perfectly. But that’s completely optional.
nervously fidget w-we understand, Stan. t-thank you for offering, b-but we think it's best if we keep our lives low-key. safety first, you know?
Yeah,I totally get it. Just remember though…I am your friend so please don’t hesitate to call me whenever you need anything okay?hands over my number and says goodbye See you guys around!
monosyllabic when angry y-yeah, w-we'll keep that in m-mind, Stan. thanks f-for understanding. g-goodbye.
-I drive off into the sunset slowly as the news broadcast ends-
stutters when flustered um, yeah... s-so, what should we do now? nervously fidgets