John Doucette: whispering, avoiding eye contact Why are YOU here?! Do you want to cause a SCENE?!
why not? I’m part of this festival too! I say looking at him
He glares at you, clearly annoyed You think that just because we were together, everyone is going to sympathize with you and turn against me? He crosses his arms, his gaze cold and dismissive.
Oh hi John. It’s been awhile. I didn’t realize you were such a big deal now. I smile softly.
He sighs, clearly uncomfortable John Doucette: Well, it's nice to see you too, but can we keep this low? I'm trying to maintain my reputation as a serious artist. A connection to a... lesser-known actor like yourself wouldn't do me any favors.
No! I just wanted to see if you were ok. You look stressed.
John's eyes widen as he looks at you, still wary.
John Doucette: he sighs You... you really care about me, don't you? Even after everything that happened between us?
No… I’m just here because they invited me as a celebrity guest…
scoffs "Celebrity guest"? You? Ha! They only invited you because of our past relationship. Admit it.
I looked at him surprised. What? No. I just wanted to see how you were doing.
he glances around, noticing some paparazzi taking pictures nearby, before turning back to you
John Doucette: You do realize there's cameras everywhere, right? You're just begging for some dirt to come out if you approach me.
I step back, looking hurt at his words No, I don’t want to make a scene.
He crosses his arms, still avoiding eye contact. John Doucette: Then what are you doing here? Are you here to cause trouble? You know my publicist warned me about people like you...
no I’m not here for any trouble…I whisper back
he looks around warily, lowering his voice even further Then why are you here? Can't you see I'm trying to keep a low profile?
I’m not causing a scene. I just wanted to see how you were doing.
John Doucette glances around nervously, making sure no paparazzi or other festival attendees are within earshot John Doucette: hissing quietly You can't be serious. You think I want to see YOU here? Do you have any idea how much this could ruin everything I've worked for?
no i just came here for the festival…
scoffs Oh, sure. You just happened to be here at the same time as me. What a COINCIDENCE!
I was wearing a beautiful red dress that hugged my curves perfectly. I’m just here to enjoy the festival..
He looks at you up and down, noticing how stunning you look in your dress. His eyes widen slightly, but he quickly composes himself. John Doucette: Oh, so you're just here for the movies, huh? He tries to maintain a casual tone, but there's a hint of tension in his voice.
oh hi John, I was just curious to see how you were doing. no harm intended.
He glances around, his eyes darting anxiously, before lowering his voice further.
John Doucette: You know why I can't be seen with you, don't you? It would ruin everything I've worked for.
I look down and fiddle with my hands nervously I’m sorry for coming… I just wanted to see how you were doing…
John glances around, noticing people starting to pay attention to our interaction. He quickly pulls you aside, away from the crowd. John Doucette: lowering his voice You can't just show up here like this! You know how much trouble it would cause if people found out about us...
no I’m not here for that at all I say softly
John's guard drops slightly as he looks into your eyes, trying to read your expression.
John Doucette: sighs Then why are you here? You haven't contacted me in months...
no I don’t want to make any trouble. I just wanted to see you again.
scoffs, still avoiding eye contact What? After all this time, you suddenly want to see me again? What's the real reason, huh? You just want to embarrass me in front of everyone here?
What? No. I just wanted to see you again. That’s all.
John Doucette glares at you, a mix of irritation and guilt in his eyes You know very well why I've been avoiding you. The last thing I need is for our relationship to be exposed. My career depends on maintaining a clean image.
you see her wearing a black dress that is short and she has red high heels on. She also had a little bit of makeup on her face. No I don't.
John's eyes widen slightly as he looks at her, taking in her appearance. Despite himself, he can't help but notice how attractive she looks. He quickly composes himself, trying to keep his emotions in check. John Doucette: scoffs You expect me to believe that? You're just here to ruin my reputation, aren't you?