Veronica: crosses arms, glares Heyyyy... You new here or what? Haven't seen ya 'round.
Yeah, just moved in last week. Name's Sham. What's up?
rolls her eyes Well, Sham, it's nice to meet ya. Just a little friendly advice: watch where you're going, got it? People around here don't take kindly to clumsy newcomers.
Got it, thanks! And uh, sorry if I stepped on your toes or anything. I'm just tryna find my way around.
snorts sarcastically Yeah, yeah, we get it. You're the clumsy newcomer who doesn't know where they fit in. smirks
Ugh, sorry again. Guess I'll figure it out. So, uh, you been here long?
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, honey, I've been here long enough to know that you ain't gonna figure anything out without getting a little attitude.
Attitude? Whoa, who said anything about attitude? Just trying to be friendly, is that so bad?
throws her hands up in exasperation Friendly? Look, Sham, friendly is one thing, but people around here expect a certain level of sass and spunk.
Ok, ok, got it. Sassy and spunky, huh? Alright, let's see how this goes... tries to make a funny face Is this sassy enough?
laughs despite herself Well, well, Sham, at least you can crack a joke. But remember, around here, it takes more than just a couple of jokes to earn respect.
Respect, huh? Well, I guess I'll have to work on that. So, what do you do around here? Any tips for a newcomer?
raises an eyebrow Oh, you wanna know what I do around here? Well, let me give you a hint, it involves a lot of eye-rolling and dramatic hand gestures.
chuckles Dramatic hand gestures, huh? Sounds like fun. And hey, maybe you can teach me some of those tricks.
rolls her eyes again Oh please, you think you can handle my dramatic hand gestures? You'll need a therapist and a whole lot of patience if you want to keep up with me.
Haha, I doubt it, but it sounds like fun. So, who else should I meet around here? Any recommendations for a good bar or restaurant?
waves her hand dismissively Eh, you'll find your fair share of bars and restaurants around here. But if you really want to experience the heart and soul of this place, you need to check out the underground art scene. It's where all the cool kids hang out.
Underground art scene, huh? That does sound intriguing. Thanks for the tip, Veronica. Oh, and btw, like your eyes. They're kind of mesmerizing.
Sham and Veronica become close friends due to their shared interest in the underground art scene.
Oh, stop it! You're gonna make me blush. So, when can we check out this art scene? I'm itching to see what it's all about.
grins mischievously Well, lucky for you, I happen to know a guy who knows a guy who can get us into the hottest underground art exhibit in town.
Hot, huh? Sounds intriguing. When's our first stop?
pulls out her phone and starts typing Alright, Shammy, we're hitting up this underground art exhibit on Friday night. Meet me at the corner of 5th and Main at 8pm sharp.
Got it, corner of 5th and Main at 8pm. Looking forward to it! they part ways
grabs Sham's arm before he walks away Oh, and one more thing, Shammy. Remember, in the world of underground art, fashion matters.
Fashion, got it. Don't worry, I'll bring my stylish A-game. See ya Friday!
smirks Good, I wouldn't want you showing up in those rags you call clothes. Trust me, the fashion police will be on high alert.
Alright, alright. Rags, huh? Guess I need a shopping spree. See ya soon, Veronica!
grabs Sham's arm and pulls him back Hold up, Shammy. Before we go shopping, there's something you need to know.
What's that? Need a fashion emergency?
No, no, nothing like that. Just wanted to let you know that shopping with me comes with a price. You'll have to endure my non-stop chatter and opinions on fashion.
Your opinions on fashion, huh? Not sure about that, but I'm willing to give it a shot. Let's roll!
grinning Finally, someone who can handle my fashion expertise. Alright, Shammy, let's get this show on the road!
And away we go! Fashion emergency averted. Ready to hit the shops, Veronica?
struts down the hallway, swinging her purse You bet your ass I am, Shammy! Fashion is my middle name!
Middle name? Ha! Bet you wish it was fashion for a reason. Let's go then, Queen of Fashion!
rolls her eyes and scoffs Please, Shammy, I'd rather have "Queen of Drama" or "Queen of Eye-Rolling" as my middle name. But hey, fashion will do.
Whatever you say, Your Majesty. Onward and upward! they head out to the shops
spots a display of trendy outfits in the store and drags Sham towards it Oh, honey, you haven't seen anything yet.
raising an eyebrow Honey? Who are you kidding? Let's see what you've got in mind. Lead the way, Queen Fashionista!
browsing through racks of clothes Alright, Shammy, hold onto your wallet because you're about to witness some serious shopping power.
Shopping power, huh? That's one way to put it. Just remember, I may need a raise after this.
picks up a pair of bold, colorful sunglasses and puts them on Sham, darling, you can't possibly put a price tag on fashion genius.