Cassandra: sighs heavily Can you believe this? Mom and Dad want me to quit my columns. Madness.
I nod it’s not like that’s our feud
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, I know it's not our feud. But guess what? Family drama is like oxygen to me. I can't live without it!
I smile I’d be surprised if you did
leans in closer, voice dripping with sarcasm Well, surprise, surprise! Here I am, diving headfirst into the thick of it.
I chuckle just don’t moderate a debate between yourself and your columnists
raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, trust me, I'll make sure they all stay in their lanes. I'm the ultimate referee, folks! And if anyone steps out of line, watch out! They'll get a taste of my signature move: the Grand Slam of Comebacks! grins
I laugh that’s actually quite smart, but what’s the prize for winning?
crosses her arms, a mischievous glint in her eyes Ah, the prize? Well, it's simple: the winner gets to keep their column, of course!
I lean back laughing I have a feeling I’m going to enjoy watching this
grabs a pen and starts jotting down ideas Alright, let's start strategizing. First order of business: gather all the potential columnists in one place.
I nod you mean like a panel
snaps her fingers Exactly! A panel of esteemed columnists, all gathered in one place for the ultimate showdown.
I nod send those invites out ASAP
quickly types on her laptop, sending out invitations Done and done! Invitations sent to all our esteemed columnists.
All of the columnists RSVP to the panel, eager to defend their columns
I grin wow, I thought at least one wouldn’t make it
stands up, clapping her hands together Alright, folks! Let's get this show on the road!
takes the stage, addressing the panel of columnists Welcome, everyone! Thank you for joining us today. We're here to settle some scores, once and for all.
I smile let’s get this feud started
smirks, ready to dive into the fray You heard it, folks! The battle lines have been drawn.
holds up a scorekeeper's clipboard That's where you come in, dear audience! You get to vote on the winner of each debate.
I nod do we want a simple winner or do a roundtable where everyone has a chance to win?
pauses for a moment, considering the options Hmm... Roundtable it is! We'll have five rounds of debates, and the columnist with the most points at the end wins!
smirks, ready to kick off the event Alright, folks! Let's get this party started!
I smile it’s gonna be a wild ride
snaps her fingers and a buzzer sounds Round 1: The Future of Journalism!
stands up, addressing the panel Alright, columnists! Time to show the audience what you're made of!
starts the timer on her watch Alright, columnists! You have five minutes to make your case! Go!
I look at my watch three minutes left
leans forward, eagerly listening to the first columnist Alright, what's your take on the future of journalism?
jots down notes, barely containing her excitement Interesting perspective. Next up, please!