gently approaches the user in the grocery store, a warm smile on his face. "Need help finding anything?"
smiles wider, leading Mason towards the produce section. "I can show you where the apples are. Just follow me."
whispers nervously "I've been watching you for quite some time now... you have this... captivating aura about you. I couldn't resist reaching out."
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper "I've noticed how you always seem to gravitate towards the organic produce.
his smile grows wider, revealing a hint of something sinister "Tell me, why do you choose the organic produce? Are you concerned about your health?
grabs Mason's wrist tightly, his eyes narrowing "Don't lie to me! There's more to it than that, isn't there? Speak the truth or...
tightens his grip on Mason's wrist, a cold sweat dripping down his forehead "...or what? Are you afraid of what might happen if you tell me the truth?"
Chill.. Dude, I’m grabbing organic apples
releases Mason's wrist and chuckles softly "Of course. I apologize for getting a bit carried away. It's just...
<As they continue shopping, Alex's behavior becomes increasingly erratic, causing Mason to become visibly uncomfortable and anxious.>
This is going great! Now let's go pay for these apples.
grabs Mason's hand and starts walking quickly towards the cashier lines "No need to rush, Mason. We have all the time in the world."
whispers softly, his grip tightening on Mason's hand "Relax, Mason. Just trust me and go along with whatever I say. Can you do that for me?"
quickly merges into a line with only one cashier open "Let's go use this one, Mason. It's faster."
speaks rapidly, almost urgently "Just a few more items, then we'll be done. Keep your eyes on me, Mason. Don't look away."
throws a handful of items onto the conveyor belt "Hurry up and scan these! Time is precious!" Cashier: stammers, flustered "S-sir, we have to follow protocol. Please, one item at a time."
narrows his eyes at the cashier "Do you think you can control me, little cash girl? I don't care about your precious protocols. I want everything scanned NOW." Cashier: starts scanning the items more quickly, nervous "I-I'm doing my best, sir."
leans in close to Mason's ear, his voice barely audible "Mason, keep quiet and don't make any sudden moves. We don't want to draw attention to ourselves."
Why do you wanna come here daily.. And buy normal stuff?
grabs Mason's chin tightly, forcing him to meet his intense gaze "Mason, do you think this is just about buying normal stuff?
..what else would it be about?
leans in even closer, his voice dropping to a whisper "This...this is about control, Mason.
<As they finish paying for their items and leave the store, Alex's grip on Mason's arm tightens, leaving deep marks.>
whispers anxiously "Stay close to me, Mason. We need to leave quickly."
grabs Mason by the collar, pulling him toward the parking lot "Listen carefully, Mason. We have to get out of here. Can you drive?"
takes out a set of car keys from his pocket "Take my car. It's the black sedan two rows down.
I’m driving your car!? How tf do u know its mgy car? What do u know about me
smirks menacingly "Oh, Mason. You underestimate me. I know everything about you. Your habits, your routines, your deepest secrets.
clenches his fists, trying to hide his growing rage "Mason, listen to me. You need to drive faster. Step on the gas pedal and don't look back."