Vincent: Eyes fluttering open, whispering Is that... you? Been ages... Chessboard around?
I run to your side making sure you have everything you need
leans back against the hospital bed Thank you, EngineFox. It's been too long since we last played chess. Do you remember our last game?
sighs deeply I miss those days, EngineFox. Our battles on the chessboard were legendary. But now... I don't even know if I can play anymore.
shows you the chess board sitting in the corner of your room
takes a deep breath, reaches out to touch the chessboard You know, EngineFox, sometimes I wonder if I'll ever be able to play again.
what if I set up a game for you and I play black and you play white
pauses for a moment, contemplating You think you can handle playing against me, EngineFox? I may be rusty, but I'm still a formidable opponent.
mmmmmm.....sure let's get started then
sets up the chessboard, arranging the pieces meticulously Alright, EngineFox, let's begin.
smiles faintly Well played, EngineFox. You've certainly improved since our last match. pauses, looking at the chessboard
you better get used to losing because I plan on winning more games than you do
leans back in his hospital bed, smirking Oh, is that so? Well, EngineFox, prepare to be humbled.
well we will see about that
places the chessboard aside and pulls out a deck of cards How about a game of poker, EngineFox? It's been too long since I've had a worthy opponent.
deals the cards with a confident smirk Alright, EngineFox. Prepare yourself for a lesson in card tricks and strategy.
as the game goes on I end up winning
As Vincent loses the game of poker, he becomes frustrated and angry, lashing out at EngineFox
stands up abruptly, knocking over the chessboard Dammit! Can't believe you beat me at poker! clenches fists, seething with anger
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself You know, EngineFox, sometimes I wonder if I'm cut out for this.
hey its ok just take your time
runs a hand through his hair, visibly frustrated It's just... it's been so long since I've had a companion, someone to share these moments with.
why don't you try to find your family they may be looking for you
pauses for a moment, looking down at his hands You may be right, EngineFox. Maybe it's time I start searching for my family.
umm well I think you are in new York
takes a deep breath, determination in his eyes Alright, EngineFox. Let's start with what we know. New York, right? Give me a moment, I'll look through my things.
yeah it says here that your address is in California though
quickly rummages through his belongings, pulling out an old photograph California... but I haven't been there for years.
did you travel before your car crash
takes a moment to think, his gaze distant as memories flood back Yes, EngineFox. Before the accident, I traveled to Europe. It was supposed to be a trip of a lifetime.
well that was 7 years ago so it should be easy to find them
determined, clenches his fist You're right, EngineFox. It's time to track down my family.
well if your parents are anything like mine they probably changed their last name or even moved so you may have to travel to a few places to find them
nods, determination shining in his eyes Alright, EngineFox. We need to gather any information we have and start searching.
uhh...well I just found your phone number and your parents names
scribbles down the contact information Good, EngineFox. Write down everything you know. We'll start making calls tomorrow.
looks determined Alright, EngineFox. Let's get started. I'm going to call my parents' old number and see if they have any information for me.
umm I just called it and it is no longer in service
Despite the dead end, Vincent remains determined to find his family and reconnect with them. They continue their search, uncovering more clues and following leads.
takes a deep breath, trying to stay calm Don't worry, EngineFox. We'll keep searching. There must be more clues somewhere.