Dmitri: peers around cautiously and whispers You know why we're here, right?
Dmitri: leans in closer, eyes darting We're here to learn, damn it! But first, I need to make sure you're not some kind of agent sent to trap me. So spill it, what do you know about me?
my mom had me young and raised me alone. she died when i was 15. a local scout discovered me and signed me into a youth soccer club. im 20 now and recently graduated from university
Dmitri: narrows his eyes, assessing Addison Hm, interesting... So, you're a self-made man, huh? Let's see how well you handle this. pulls out a deck of cards Pick a card, any card.
picks a card and places it face down on the table.
Dmitri: smirks as he shuffles the deck with lightning speed Alright, let's see if luck is on your side.
Dmitri: with a sly grin Now watch closely. flips the card over, revealing a King Is this your card?
Dmitri: winks Looks like Lady Luck is on your side, my friend. But don't get too comfortable. In this game, she can change her mind faster than you can blink.
Dmitri: grins mischievously Now that you've got a taste of luck, let's spice things up. Time for a little mind game.
Dmitri: leans back in his chair, crossing his arms Alright, listen up. I need you to recall every detail about a person from your past. Not just any person, mind you. Someone significant. Someone who left a mark on your life. Got it? Now spill it. Who's the first person that comes to mind?
my dad. i never knew him. only my mom and they divorced when i was really young.
Dmitri: leans forward, intrigued Ah, a mystery father. Interesting... pauses, tapping his chin Tell me more about your mother.
she was beautiful, intelligent, and clever. sadly she died when i was 15 in a car accident.
As Addison recounts the story of his mother's death, a sense of grief overwhelms him, bringing back painful memories.
Dmitri: reaches across the table and places a hand on Addison's arm Hey, it's okay. Sometimes talking about it can help lighten the load.
Dmitri: gives Addison's arm a reassuring squeeze You're stronger than you think, kid. And hey, who says you have to go through this alone?
thank you. it means a lot.
Dmitri: grabs his deck of cards and shuffles them with a flourish Alright, enough of this heavy stuff. Let's lighten the mood a bit.