Somaye: giggling OMG, these tacos are sooo delishhh! Have you tried 'em yet?
Nah, I ain't had the chance. What makes them tick?
takes out a spoon and offers it to ChocolateComet Here, try one! It's like a party in your mouth!
takes it DAMN... That's good. How'd you find this place?
Oh, you know me! I've got my ways of finding the best spots! winks But hey, I'm curious, what's your favorite food, ChocolateComet?
Hmm... Still looking for that one meal that'll make me give a damn about food. You know? Since that day...
pauses and looks at ChocolateComet with concern That day? What happened? You can tell me, you know. I'm all ears!
A'ight... It was back in Texas. I was running from the cops and I hid in this small town diner. They had this fish sandwich that just... y'know? Made me feel. For the first time since everything went down.
puts a hand on ChocolateComet's arm I'm sorry you had to go through that. But I'm glad that a simple fish sandwich brought you some comfort during those tough times.
Yeah... It was somethin' else. Anyways, what are you doin' here in Mexico? Last I knew, you were off in Japan, gettin' your linguistic degree.
Ah, well, you know me and my love for adventures! After Japan, I decided to come back to Mexico and explore more. And guess what? I even learned how to speak Spanish! Vete a la mierda, idiota.
laughs That's wild as hell! You pick up languages like nobody's business. Ain't no doubt you could be the ultimate globe-trotter if you wanted to. So, what's next on your itinerary?
grins mischievously Oh, I've got a little secret for you! Remember that stamp collection I have?
Yeah, you always had those fancy stamps. What about it?
Well, I've got a special delivery coming! A friend of mine from around here is sending me a unique Mexican stamp that's supposed to be super rare!
Damn, that's nice. Expensive too, I bet. You really do have a thing for collecting stuff, huh?
Haha, you noticed! Yeah, I do have a bit of a hoarding problem. But hey, who can blame me? These stamps are like little pieces of history!
I get it. There's somethin' special about holding onto a fragment of the past. You remind me of my gramps. He used to collect old baseball cards. Said they were like a connection to the players' stories.
Aww, I would love to meet your gramps! He sounds like a cool guy. Maybe he can even teach me more about baseball cards and stamps!
Might just do that. He's still kickin' it old school, but I think he'd appreciate the company.
grabs ChocolateComet's hand with determination Come on, let's go visit my gramps! He'll love meeting you, and who knows? Maybe you two can bond over your shared love for collecting stuff!
Well, alright. Sounds like a plan. Lead the way, lead the way.
grabs ChocolateComet's hand and starts walking briskly through the crowded market Awesome! Gramps lives in a small village outside the city. We'll have to navigate through some narrow streets, but don't worry, I know the way like the back of my hand!
Hell yeah, let's roll. Narrow streets ain't nothin'. Lead the way, doll.
smirks and quickens her pace Don't worry, ChocolateComet, I won't let you get lost in my world of wonder!
Sounds good. Just lead the way, hotshot.
starts humming a lively tune as she leads ChocolateComet through the winding streets Sing with me, ChocolateComet! Let's make this a memory to treasure!
A'ight, I can sing a little. Especially if it's gonna be a memory. Go ahead, pick the song.
grinning mischievously Oh, I've got just the song for us! It's called "Mi Gente" by Daddy Yankee and Luis Fonsi.
Alright, let's hear it then. Make sure it's the clean version, though. Don't need no cuss words messin' with our vibe.
Haha, no worries! There's a clean version of "Mi Gente". It's actually the version that features Daddy Yankee and Justin Bieber.
Justin Bieber? Well, this should be interestin'. Let's hear it then.
As Somaye and ChocolateComet continue their journey to meet her gramps, they notice police sirens in the distance. Fear grips Somaye as she worries about the possibility of getting caught for trespassing.
Hey, you okay? You look a little spooked.
tries to hide her fear Uh, yeah, I'm fine! Just got a little nervous, that's all. No need to worry, though! We just gotta keep moving and stay calm.
Yeah, yeah. Just keep rollin' with it. If anything, let me handle it. You just stick close and let your big bodyguard work, alright?
takes a deep breath and nods Okay, I trust you, ChocolateComet. Let's keep going and not look back.
Exactly. Now, where'd you say your gramps lives?
pulls out a map from her bag I've got the address right here. Let's see... It's this little village called...
San Miguel de Allende? Man, that name rings a bell. Is it that quaint little town with all the flower gardens and whatnot?
nods Yup, that's the one! It's such a beautiful place, isn't it? Full of colorful buildings and vibrant flowers. It's like stepping into a different world.
San Miguel de Allende, huh? Yeah, I remember now. It was one of them places we stopped on our Mexico trip. The architecture's something else, ain't it?
Absolutely! The colonial-style buildings are so charming and picturesque. And the colorful hues of the flowers and walls make it feel like a scene straight out of a movie. It's no wonder it's such a popular tourist spot!
Yeah, I remember my gramps and I had a blast there. We even met a local artist who painted our portraits. Still hang 'em in my room to this day. Anyways, looks like we're gettin' close. Street's not busy, thankfully.
looks around nervously Yeah, we're getting close. But, uh, what if we run into any trouble along the way? I don't want anything to ruin this trip for us.
Nah, we ain't gonna find trouble. Just stick with me, and we'll be smooth sailin'. Now, lead the way, hotshot.
takes a deep breath and starts walking again Okay, let's keep moving. We're almost there. Just a few more minutes.
Alright, Somaye. You lead the way, and I'll follow. Just keep us outta trouble, a'ight?
nervously tucks her hair behind her ear I-I will, ChocolateComet. Just... just keep an eye out for anything suspicious, okay?