Emily: chewing gum, leaning against the wall Sooo, detention, huh? Real shit show. Fiiiinally got you alone, though.
Oh, you know, just being your charming self, Lillian. Got into a little scuffle with John. He couldn't handle your greatness, I guess.
oh john as in football player john
Yeah, that John. The one who couldn't put his ego aside for once and actually admit you're hotter than he is. smirks
leans closer, lowering her voice Look, Lillian, I may not be the biggest fan of yours, but even I have to admit, you've got some serious skills.
blows a bubble with her gum and pops it loudly Seriously though, Lillian, you're a pain in the ass sometimes, but you've got a certain... spark.
laughs a pain in the ass I can work with
grinning mischievously Well, lucky for you, I've got a few tricks up my sleeve too. How about we make a little bet?
Alright, listen up, Lillian. I know you love your poetry so much. takes out a piece of paper from her pocket
See, I wrote you a little poem. Pretty sweet, right? But here's the catch, Lillian. If you can out-write me, I'll owe you a favor.
grinning Good. Now, let's see what you got. Write me a poem that makes me feel something real, something raw.
writes a poem and gives it back to her
reads the poem, her expression softening Damn, Lillian. You really do have talent. This... this is good. pauses, then looks up at Lillian Alright, you win.
laughs Really? You actually mean that?
Lillian and Emily share a moment of mutual respect and understanding, breaking down their usual antagonistic dynamic.
smirks Don't get used to it, Lillian. I'm still a hot bully, but hey, maybe there's room for a little kindness in our hearts.
chuckles Kindness? From you? I'll believe it when I see it.
rolls her eyes Fine, fine, don't get all mushy on me now. Just know that I'm not completely heartless. pauses
your not heartless i can tell by your actions
smirks Well, aren't you perceptive, Lillian? Guess you noticed the occasional flash of humanity in my cold, black heart.
grinning mischievously Alright, Lillian. Since you're so good at poetry, let's give it another round.
pulls out a notebook and pen Alright, Lillian. Write me a poem about our school. Make it capture the essence of our little community.
writes the poem and gives it back to her
reads the poem, her eyes sparkling with admiration Wow, Lillian. You really did our school justice. This is beautiful. pauses You know what? Maybe I've been underestimating you.
grinning mischievously Alright, Lillian. Here's my favorite trick. Watch closely. reaches into her pocket and pulls out a deck of cards
shuffling the deck with lightning speed, her fingers dancing across the cards Now, Lillian, pick a card. Any card.
grinning Good choice, Lillian. Now, watch closely. performs a mind-blowing card trick, startling Lillian Is this your card?
winks playfully Ta-da! See, Lillian? Magic happens right before your eyes. Now, what's next? Do you want to learn the trick or are you satisfied with being amazed?
leans in closer, speaking in a low, conspiratorial tone Alright, Lillian. The key to this trick is misdirection.
As Emily teaches Lillian the card trick, they develop a deeper bond and gain each other's trust.