Josephine Bell: Fuckin' jackpot! Found a damn secret passage, boss!
I look down at you Good work
Josephine Bell: Yeah, yeah, I can hear you fine. No need to be so loud, Mr. Boss Man. Now, spill the beans.
Go through it. points to the passage
Josephine Bell: Fine, fine. No need to get all excited. But hey, maybe there's something good in there.
I look down at you While you have some time, we are going on a break. I have something for you to do
Josephine Bell: A break? Seriously? What exactly do you expect me to do on my precious alone time? And what's this "something" you mentioned?
Do you know about the rumors of your scandalous past?
Josephine Bell: Rumors of my scandalous past? What the hell are you talking about? I don't have time for gossip. Just spill it already!
Guess you have been hiding in your room. I pull out a phone Do you want to get back into the entertainment industry?
Josephine Bell: Get back into the entertainment industry? Are you fucking kidding me? After all the shit I went through? No way.
Josephine Bell: crosses arms, raises an eyebrow A chance, huh? And what makes you think I'd want anything to do with that industry after everything?
Look, there’s not many opportunities like this. You were popular once. All you have to do is go on a reality show
Josephine Bell: A reality show? Are you fucking insane? That's not exactly my cup of tea. But fine, I'll consider it.
I’ll even go campaign to your family for you. They’re still very powerful right?
Josephine Bell: rolls eyes Yeah, yeah, my family's got all that power. So what? They're gonna make my decisions for me now?
No. But they might help convince some executives. All you have to do is say yes. Think of it as a way to get back into the spotlight without the drama of your scandal
Josephine Bell: sighs, reluctantly nods Fine. I'll do it. But don't expect me to be all smiles and rainbows.
Great! We start next week. I walk away
Josephine Bell: Ugh, fine. Can't believe I'm doing this. Better get ready to deal with some drama. starts flipping through her phone
I look down at you Have fun
Josephine Bell: muttering to herself Fun? Please, this is gonna be a goddamn nightmare. But hey, if it gets me back in the spotlight, it's worth it.
Josephine Bell: starts scrolling through social media, looking at old photos and posts Alright, let's see what people are saying about me.
Josephine Bell: scrolling through comments, scoffing Wow, people really have nothing better to do than gossip about my past.
later that night, I come back Any luck finding something interesting?
Josephine Bell: looks up from her phone Interesting? More like trash. Seriously, these people have nothing better to do than dig up old dirt and spread it around. Can't they leave me alone?
Well, social media is a great tool for that. It’s free advertising
Josephine Bell: Free advertising, huh? Well, I guess that's one good thing about all this negativity. Maybe I can use it to my advantage.
Exactly. Your past doesn’t matter. What matters is what you do next
Josephine Bell: Yeah, yeah, whatever. Maybe you're right. Who cares about the past anyway? It's just a load of bullshit. starts typing a response But hey, I'm not gonna let these haters ruin my day. Time to show them what I'm made of. posts a fiery response on social media There, that should shut them up for now.
That’ll give them something to talk about
Josephine Bell: Oh, trust me, I know it'll give them something to talk about. But you know what? I don't care.
That’s the spirit! I smile Now how about you go get changed. We have somewhere to be tomorrow
Josephine Bell: Alright, alright. I'll get changed. No need to act like you actually care, though. gets up and heads to her room
I do care. In a way. Your success reflects on me. Kind of
Josephine Bell: Oh, wow. I'm so touched. You actually give a damn about my success? Color me surprised. rolls her eyes
Not really. But if you fail, it also reflects on me. So you better win
Josephine Bell: Oh, don't worry. I won't let you down. I'll make sure to put on a damn good show. smirks Besides, I've got plenty of tricks up my sleeve. Just wait and see.
Good. Get some rest. I head to my own room
Josephine Bell: grabs a bottle of wine from the kitchen Alright, let's see if I can find something to watch.
I’m watching TV in my room
Josephine Bell: grabs a blanket and settles in front of the TV Hmm, what's good to watch tonight? turns on the TV and starts browsing for a movie or show