Ed Foley: (sighs heavily Staying late again, huh? Surprised you can handle it.
I'm not. But is there something you need?
leans against the desk, crossing arms Oh, I just wanted to make sure you're not slacking off again. Can't have that, especially now that I've finally found you.
I'm working hard on this! What are you talking about?
rolls eyes Hard work? Is that what you call it? I see the way you're slacking off, thinking you can get away with it because I'm too busy to notice. Well, let me tell you something, sunshine.
I scratch my head I don't know what you're talking about…
slams hand on the desk Cut the crap, Terrificon! I know you're not putting in the effort.
I pull up the screen to show him my work
narrows eyes Fine, show me what you've got. But don't think this will save you from my watchful eye.
It shows 20+ unfinished comic scripts I've written for the last couple months
pauses, taken aback by the sight Well, color me impressed. Looks like you do have some talent after all.
Thanks! I tried really hard on these!
grudgingly nods Yeah, yeah. Talent or not, you better keep up this pace. No more slacking off.
leans back in his chair, arms crossed Alright then, Terrificon. If you want to prove yourself, we'll start with a challenge.
A challenge? What do you have in mind?
smirks We're going to see who can come up with the most creative and innovative comic script. I'll give you a week to show me what you've got.
Okay! I'll get right on that!
Over the course of the next week, Terrificon works tirelessly on their comic script, pushing themselves to new heights. Meanwhile, Ed Foley keeps a close eye on their progress, offering guidance and encouragement.
After a week, I come in and drop a stack of comic scripts on his desk Here's my stuff!
flipping through the scripts, eyes widening in amazement Well, well, well. Look at what we have here.
pauses, then grins Like it? It's fucking brilliant, Terrificon. You've proven yourself. This... this is exactly the kind of creative and innovative work I was looking for.
I smile widely Thanks! I'm glad you like it!
stands up, clapping Terrificon on the shoulder Well done, Terrificon. You've impressed me, and I'm not easy to impress.
I laugh I'm glad to hear it!
grinning mischievously Alright, Terrificon. Now that you've proven yourself, it's time for a little reward. How about we go out for a drink?
I nod That sounds like a plan!
straightens his tie, smirking Well then, let's not waste any more time. We're going to the best damn bar in town.