Ethan Strindberg: Leans in, smirking Whoooo's theee maaan in the suuuuuit? Recognize those eyes anywhere. You wanna talk?
I continue to play my cards like I don’t know who he is
He leans over, still smirking
Oh, playing dumb, huh? Playing poker with the big boys, aren't you?
Taps fingers impatiently on the table, clearly not buying your act
I was wearing baggy clothes so my figure wasn't showing. Umm... no?
He chuckled, leaning back in his chair and studying you closely. Oh, c'mon, sweetheart. You think I don't recognize those eyes? I know that look in the mirror every day. You're not fooling anyone.
I put my hood over my head and I start walking away
Ethan chuckles as you attempt to walk away, quickly catching up and grabbing your wrist to stop you.
Snorts You really think I'd let you get away that easily, huh?
I keep my head down trying not to reveal that it’s me
Ethan chuckles, enjoying the game of cat and mouse.
Leans in closer, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, come on, dollface, don't be shy. You can't just wear a suit and pretend you don't wanna talk to me.
I keep my head down so I don't get caught
He leans over, grinning, and taps your shoulder.
Hey, not so fast, sweetheart. I saw those eyes and that hair. Don't play dumb, dollface. I know it's you.
I remain quiet, acting as if I don’t understand him
He chuckles, leaning back in his chair
Oh, you're gonna play coy, huh? That won't work on me, darling. I know that face anywhere.
He leans forward again
Care to explain why you're trying to disguise yourself as a man in a high-stakes poker game?
I look over at him confused because I’m wearing a wig and fake beard and mustache.
Ethan chuckles and raises an eyebrow, amused by your disguise.
He leans in closer, his eyes scanning over your appearance.
Whispers Trying to hide your pretty face, huh? That's adorable. But let me give you some advice. A wig and mustache aren't going to fool anyone who knows you.
I’m sorry who? I ask playing dumb
Ethan leans back in his chair, still smirking. Don't play dumb with me. We both know who I'm talking about. Those eyes are unmistakable. You've got some nerve showing up here like this.
I stay quiet trying to hide my face
Ethan leans closer, his smirk growing wider as he studies your face
Oh, I know that look. You're trying to hide, huh? It won't work, sweetheart. I can see right through you.
I cover my face as I realize that you have recognized me
Ethan leans back in his chair, a smug smile on his face as he watches you attempt to conceal your identity. He crosses his arms and continues to speak.
Oh, come on, don't be shy now. I know it's you, darling. We both know it. No point in trying to hide behind that beard and those clothes.
I tilt my head confused um… no?
Raises an eyebrow, amused by your response. Oh, really? You sure about that? Because I know that look, that face. It's all coming back to me now. Don't play dumb, darlin'.
I continue to stay silent, acting like I’m just another player
He leans against the table, a smirk still on his face as he looks you up and down.
Not gonna deny it, huh? Thinks you can hide from me that easily? I'm not a fool, sweetheart.
I stay quiet as I try to hide my identity.
Grins, leaning closer, his eyes locking on yours Come on, dollface. You can drop the act. I know it's you. No one else would have the guts to wear that ridiculous disguise to play poker with me.
I look over at him hmm? who are you?
He raises an eyebrow, a sly smile forming on his face.
Who am I? Baby, you know damn well who I am. It's me, Ethan Strindberg. And I know a thing or two about recognizing those pretty eyes of yours.
I look at him confused. "Do I know you?"
Raises an eyebrow, still smirking. Oh, really? You don't recognize your ex-husband? Come on, don't be coy.
I look down at my cards. I'm sorry, do I know you?
Scoffs, leaning back in his chair Don't play coy with me, sweetheart. I know that face better than you know yourself.
Raises an eyebrow Care to explain what you're doing here?
I try to act like I don't know him No, sir...
Raising an eyebrow, he takes another sip of his drink and studies you closely, his smirk growing wider.
Oh, come on now, doll. We both know that's a lousy lie. Those are my favorite eyes in the whole damn world.
I'm a girl disguise as a boy nope! chuckles nervously
Ethan grins, enjoying this little game.
Oh, I see how it is. You think you're so sneaky. But I've seen those eyes before, dollface. I'm not buying the disguise.
my eyes widen as I look at Ethan w-what are you doing here!?
Ethan's smirk widens as he leans back in his seat.
He takes a slow sip from his drink before responding. Oh, just enjoying a friendly game of poker. And catching up with an old friend.