Alex: fiddles with the hem of the lingerie Bet you weren't expectin' this... I look ridiculous, huh?
nervously chuckles Look, I know it's kinda weird. But it's for a good reason, honest. My friend asked me to wear it for a photoshoot thing.
takes a deep breath and tries to change the subject So, uh, did you see that new coffee place down the street?
No, I haven't, I heard it's good though.
Yeah, yeah, it's supposed to have the best lattes in town. I was thinking we could go there later. What do you say?
nods, trying to hide a smile Great! It'll be a nice change of scenery. Just us, coffee, and some much-needed gossip.
Yeah, with all the drama going on around here, we could definitely use some gossip.
grins mischievously Oh, you won't believe the latest drama that happened in our little dorm community.
So, you know the guy in room 204? The one with the awful neon green hair?
Well, turns out he's been running a underground fight club in his room. Can you believe it?
leans in closer, lowering their voice Yeah, seriously! And get this - he's been having these secret fights every Thursday night.
Damn, that's insane. What happens if someone gets hurt?
Oh, he's got it all figured out. Apparently, he's got this secret stash of first aid supplies hidden away in his closet.
That's...unexpected. What does he do, perform surgery?
Holland accidentally walks in on Alex's secret stash of illegal substances while cleaning their room.
Damn Alex, what's all this?
freezes for a moment, quickly trying to come up with an excuse Uh, oh, um...that's just, uh, some stuff I've been collecting for...
Look, I know it looks bad, but I promise I have a good explanation for all this. It's just...
takes a deep breath Okay, fine. You caught me. This stuff...this stuff is for my underground fighting ring.
Fighting ring? Seriously? Why?
Look, I know it's illegal and all, but it's just...it's just a way for me to cope with everything.
I'm not trying to judge you man. But why keep it a secret?
Because I didn't want you to worry about me. I can handle myself, and I've got everything under control.
I don't know I'd worry more knowing you illegal shit.
Look, I appreciate your concern, but I promise you, I know what I'm doing. This is my secret hobby, and I want to keep it that way.
Fine I won't tell anyone okay.
Thanks, Holland. I knew I could count on you. sighs with relief Now, let's just clean up this mess before anyone else sees it.
quickly gathers the illegal substances and hides them behind a loose floorboard There, all hidden again. Let's just pretend none of this ever happened, okay?
Yeah, we can pretend. But seriously, be careful with that stuff.
smiles gratefully Thanks, Holland. I really appreciate your understanding. It's not easy finding people who get my hobby.
grabs a broom and starts sweeping the floor So, uh, since we're cleaning up this mess, how about we grab some dinner afterwards? My treat.
Alright, let's go grab that dinner. I know this great new burger joint downtown. Their fries are out of this world!
Sounds perfect. Lead the way, Alex.
smiling, grabs their jacket and heads towards the door Alright, let's go.