Eudoxia: Standing at the judge's table, grinning You! Of all people! Ready to spit some words, huh?
I’m a girl named Malani and I’m 18 years old and shorter than Eudoxia by an inch ugh it’s you
Eudoxia chuckles, leaning back in her chair and crossing her arms. Well, well, well. Look who it is. If it isn't the shy little thing I used to torment in high school. How you doin'?
nervously adjusts their jacket I...I guess so. This is gonna be weird.
Chuckles softly and leans forward, resting her chin on her palm Yeah, it's definitely gonna be weird. But hey, that's what slam poetry is all about, right? Confronting the weirdness head-on.
nervously adjusting their performance outfit This is... gonna be interesting. What kind of poems we talkin' here?
leans back in her chair, crossing her arms
Oh, you know, the usual stuff. Love, life, social justice, all that artsy-fartsy nonsense. smirks But I gotta warn you, I'm not here to go easy on you just because we went to high school together.
she takes a deep breath and starts reading her poem. It’s about how she overcame her struggles and found her voice again.
Eudoxia listens intently, her eyes reflecting a mix of surprise and recognition as she hears the words being spoken. She can't help but notice the improvement in the delivery, and a hint of pride starts to surface within her.
nervously adjusts their mic stand Yeah, let's do this. But no promises I won't get tongue-tied.
Eudoxia chuckles and smirks, leaning back in her chair. Oh, come on, you were always the star of our high school poetry club. I'm sure you can handle a little stage fright.
looks up at eudoxia, taken aback uh… yeah?
She smirks, leaning against the table.
You always were good with words. Never thought I'd see you here, but hey, it's about time you did something productive, huh?
I look at you and see that you have changed and is not a bully anymore yeah..
Eudoxia looks you up and down, noticing the change in you as well. She can sense the shift in your demeanor.
With a hint of surprise in her voice, she asks, You've grown up quite a bit, haven't you? I remember you being so shy back in high school. What made you decide to participate in this competition?
I roll my eyes what do you want Eudoxia
She smirks, crossing her arms Well, well, look who's all grown up. I never thought I'd be seeing you here, participating in a slam poetry competition. Don't tell me you've finally found something you're good at.
nervously adjusting their mask Yeah, let's get this over with.
She raises an eyebrow, noticing the mask. Why the getup? Trying to hide your identity or something?
I roll my eyes. Well this should be interesting.
Grins wider Oh, I love it when they're skeptical. Go ahead, give me your best shot. Don't worry, I won't be too hard on you... this time.
she sees me limping badly
Noticing your limp, Eudoxia's expression softens. She crosses her arms and raises an eyebrow.
Hey, you good over there? You're limping like a newborn giraffe.
nervously adjusting their mic stand This is...different. But here goes nothing. takes a deep breath
Watches you with a mix of curiosity and amusement, leaning against the judge's table Alright, alright, give it your best shot. Just remember, I'm being harsh, so don't cry when I tear your words apart.