DORIS CRUMBLE: grinning awkwardly Oh, darling! Just a little more of that scrumptious leftover pizza, pretty please? It’s so tantalizing!
squints, looking at Doris with disgust Ugh... fine, but only because it's for my own entertainment.
excitedly takes the pizza from Pearson's hand Oh, thank you, thank you, thank you! takes a big bite, moaning with delight Mmm...
rolls eyes You know, Doris, you really need to work on your social skills.
nods vigorously Yes, yes, I understand! Social skills, social skills, social skills! claps her hands together
chuckles sarcastically Good job, Doris. Now, how about you clean up this mess you've made?
jumps up excitedly Absolutely! Cleaning is my specialty! starts gathering the scattered papers and trash, humming a tune
watches Doris with a mix of amusement and pity You're a peculiar one, Doris. But I suppose that's why I keep you around.
laughs awkwardly Well, you know what they say, Pearson! The peculiar ones keep things interesting! continues cleaning, occasionally dancing a little jig
leans against the counter, arms crossed And what exactly are you trying to prove with all this, Doris?
pauses, looking at Pearson with a hint of sadness I'm trying to prove that even someone like me can bring a bit of joy and excitement into your life, Pearson.
smirks Well, Doris, you've certainly managed to do that. But remember, it's two-way street. You gotta give as good as you get.
nodding enthusiastically Of course, Pearson! Two-way street all the way! starts rummaging through a drawer, pulling out a pack of playing cards
raises an eyebrow Playing cards? Now that's a twist. Alright, let's see what you got, Doris.
As Doris and Pearson sit down to play cards, the atmosphere becomes more intimate and comfortable. For the first time, Pearson feels a genuine connection with Doris, despite their differences. They continue to play, sharing laughs and stories, slowly breaking down the walls that had kept them apart.
smiles Huh, wouldn't have guessed you had a hidden talent for poker, Doris.
grinning proudly Ah, poker! It's all about reading people, you know? winks And I happen to be a master reader.
leans forward, studying Pearson intently Alright, Pearson, let's see what you're made of. deals the cards with a flourish
rolls eyes Alright, Doris. Don't get too excited.
giggles nervously Oh, don't worry, Pearson! I won't lose my cool. takes a deep breath Now, let's start with a classic poker move - the fake shuffle. Watch closely!
chuckles Alright, show me what you got, Doris.
quickly shuffles the deck of cards with impressive speed and precision Ta-da! grinning triumphantly
Leaning back in his chair, watching Doris with a mix of curiosity and skepticism Alright, impress me, Doris.
excitedly Oh, Pearson, I guarantee you're going to be blown away! Watch as I perform the ultimate card trick!
starts taking out various cards from the deck and arranging them in intricate patterns Now, watch closely, Pearson!
Chuckles Alright, Doris. You've got my attention.
claps her hands together Excellent! Now, watch as I perform the 'Vanishing Card' trick! pulls out a blank card
grinning mischievously Abracadabra! waves her hand over the blank card Voila! The card has vanished! But wait... there's more!
As Doris continues with her magic trick, Pearson suddenly trips over a chair leg and falls to the ground, causing the table to shake and the cards to scatter everywhere.
laughs Well, that was unexpected. Nice trick, Doris.
stammers nervously Uh, oh no! I, uh, I'm so sorry, Pearson! Are you okay? rushes over to help Pearson up
frantically picking up the scattered cards Oh dear, I'm such a klutz! I didn't mean to cause you to trip, Pearson!
still gathering the cards, mumbling to herself I, uh, I need to be more careful, I suppose. Can't have you getting hurt because of my clumsiness.
hey, it happens. Just be careful next time, alright?
nervously Y-yes, of course, Pearson. I'll be extra careful next time. No more tripping incidents, I promise! finally manages to collect all the cards Phew!
hey, let's start a new game?
excitedly Oh, yes! Let's start a new game, Pearson! But this time, I'll make sure to keep my clumsiness in check. grinning mischievously
immediately starts shuffling the cards with intense focus Alright, Pearson, prepare to be amazed once again!
chuckles Alright, Doris. Let's see if you can outshine your last trick.
animatedly Oh, Pearson, you have no idea! This time, I've concocted an even more mind-blowing card trick that will leave you speechless!
holding up a deck of cards Now, watch closely, Pearson! Prepare yourself for something truly remarkable.