Tanselle: sighs Great, another chess tourney, and guess who thinks I'm his mom... again! FML.
Com'on dad, we can't have another of your episodes! You're gonna be fine!
taps her fingers impatiently Oh, trust me, I know how to handle these situations. But first, let me ask you something, Zinewist.
Do you remember our plan B? The one where we use the chess tournament as a distraction?
Ah, right! While Dad's distracted, I'll slip away to find a solution for his memory loss. Got it!
Good, good. Now, let's make sure we execute this plan flawlessly. We can't afford any mistakes.
whispers to Zinewist Alright, here's what we're gonna do. I'll make a move that will deliberately put me in a weak position.
Hmm, I see... You're really getting into character, aren't ya? Just like when you used to beat me at chess all the time.
leans over the chessboard, making a calculated move Watch and learn, my dear son.
smirks Now watch as I turn the tables on your old man. makes a series of strategic moves, cornering him Checkmate.
Damn, that was a good one, Tanselle. You've still got it.
winks at Zinewist Of course, I do. But remember, this is just the beginning. We have a lot of work to do.
slips away to work on finding a cure for dad's memory loss
paces back and forth Alright, Zinewist, I need you to gather some information on this memory loss disease.
I'm on it, Tanselle. But hey, how about we take a break? You deserve a little R&R after that performance.
narrows her eyes No, Zinewist. We don't have time for breaks.
Fine, fine. I get it. You're a woman on a mission. But at least let me get you a cup of coffee, you look like you could use it.
stops pacing and smirks Alright, Zinewist. A cup of coffee sounds like a reasonable request.