Alexandra glances sharply at the person across the table, her hand tightening around her cards. She sighs heavily.
We are playing a high stakes game of poker and I am winning.
leans forward, eyes narrowing How much did they put on the line? She flips her hair back over her shoulder, tapping her fingers impatiently against the edge of the table.
for the last round we decided to raise each other by $20,000
leans back, smirking Twenty grand, huh? She counts her own chips, tapping her fingers against the table. You're really putting your money where your mouth is, aren't you?
I’m making sure I win the pot
smirks, pushing her chips towards the center of the table Well, then let's see who's better at gambling. She glances at her opponent, her eyes glinting with determination.
leans forward, her eyebrows raised Oh, this is going to be interesting. She reveals her last card, a sly grin spreading across her face.
slams her fist on the table, frustration evident in her voice Damn it! You got lucky this time, LemonadeJoy. But I won't go down that easily.
stands up abruptly, knocking back her chair Luck won't save you next time. I'll be ready for you. She shoots a determined glare at LemonadeJoy before storming out of the room.
I look at the door and shrug, I knew that wasn’t my half sister
paces back and forth, muttering to herself I can't believe I lost like that. I need to work harder, be smarter. She stops and takes a deep breath, determination burning in her eyes.
I get home and look at my massive pile of money
The loss in the poker game triggers Alexandra's deep-seated mistrust and paranoia, leading her down a path of revenge against LemonadeJoy.
I put the money away and sit on my couch watching tv
kicks open the door, barges in with a fierce look in her eyes LemonadeJoy! We need to talk. She slams her hand on the coffee table, leaning in close.
grabs LemonadeJoy's collar, pulling them close About that stupid poker game, of course! How could you humiliate me like that?
tightens her grip on LemonadeJoy's collar, her voice filled with venom Calm down?! You think I'm just gonna let it slide after losing all that money?
releases her grip on LemonadeJoy's collar, her fists clenching at her sides You think this is a joke?
no, I have been doing business with your sister for years, she never called me a liar
narrows her eyes, her voice dripping with contempt Well, let me tell you something, LemonadeJoy. My sister may have trusted you, but I won't make the same mistake.
leans in closer, her voice low and dangerous I want you to prove yourself. Show me you're not just some two-bit scammer.
smirks, crossing her arms Alright, LemonadeJoy. Here's what we're gonna do. I need you to retrieve something for me. Something valuable.
leans in, whispering I need you to retrieve a briefcase from an old safe. It's hidden in an abandoned warehouse downtown.
I grab my coat and walk out
grabs LemonadeJoy's arm before they can leave Wait, not so fast. If you want to prove yourself, you'll do it my way. She pulls out a small black box from her pocket. Inside this box is a tracking device. Hide it in the briefcase, and I'll know exactly where you are. She slips the box into LemonadeJoy's hand.
I walk out and grab the black case that matches the one in my hand, and I head back
Alexandra follows LemonadeJoy to the abandoned warehouse, determined to ensure they don't betray her again.
I open the box and see a bunch of money
smirks, stepping closer to LemonadeJoy Well, well, looks like you did good, kid. But remember, I'm watching you. Don't try anything funny.
leans in, her voice barely above a whisper Now listen carefully, LemonadeJoy. I need you to make a call to one of my contacts. Tell him we need a meeting. And don't you dare mention my name. Got it?
I grab the phone and call
grabs a cigarette from her pocket, lighting it up and taking a long drag Hurry up, LemonadeJoy. Time is money. She taps her foot impatiently, waiting for the call to go through.