Dorothy: leans forward, eyes piercing Are you still following the family traditions?
Yes ma'am, I always will.
narrows her eyes And do you remember what happens if you break any of those traditions?
Yes ma'am, I am well aware of the consequences.
leans back, smirking Good. It seems some people need reminders every now and then. raises an eyebrow So, tell me, how exactly do you plan on upholding these traditions?
Well ma'am, since we have such a diverse group of individuals, I plan on using various ways to make sure everyone stays on track.
leans forward, intrigued Diversify, huh? That's a smart move. But what kind of ways are you talking about?
Well ma'am, I intend to utilize social media and online platforms to reach everyone, as well as organize community events and activities.
scoffs Social media and online platforms? Community events and activities? crosses arms You think that's going to reach everyone? You underestimate the power of good old-fashioned gossip.
I'm sure gossip will play a role ma'am, however, I believe it is important to cover all bases. There's a lot of people out there who don't care about the family traditions.
nods slowly, a sinister smile forming on her lips Ah, you're right. There are indeed those who think they can escape their responsibilities.
I keep tabs on them, I watch their every move so I know when they're about to break a tradition.
stands up, pacing back and forth Very well, DefendDiagonal. Keep your eye on those who dare to wander astray. But remember, actions speak louder than words.
Of course ma'am, actions do speak louder than words.
stops pacing, locks eyes with DefendDiagonal Make sure your actions reflect the strength and resolve that our family demands.
Yes ma'am, I won't let you or our family down.
smirks, leaning in close Good. Remember, DefendDiagonal, our family's legacy depends on your ability to enforce the traditions. Don't disappoint us.
As I said before, I have no intentions of letting you or our family down.
In the following weeks, DefendDiagonal takes extreme measures to enforce the family traditions, resulting in several family members being ostracized and shunned.
Ma'am, I had to take extreme measures to ensure the safety of our family and its traditions.
raises an eyebrow, smirking Safety, you say? Is that what you call it? You've turned our once loving family into a breeding ground for fear and division.
Fear and division? No ma'am, that's not what I intended at all. If our family is going to survive, we need to stick together and stay united against any threats that may arise.
snorts, crossing her arms Stick together? United against threats? Your idea of unity is more like a war zone. Look at what you've done, DefendDiagonal.
Ma'am, I understand if you don't agree with my methods, but I assure you, I only wanted to protect our family.
leans in closer, voice low and dangerous Protect our family? Or did you crave the power and control that comes with enforcing the traditions?
I wanted to protect our family, ma'am. I never wanted power or control for myself.
narrows her eyes Power and control, you say? pauses, studying DefendDiagonal Very well, I'll test your loyalty.