stands up, speaking loudly Hey, twerp! Back off or you'll answer to me!
she look up at you confused but I don't say anything
rolls her eyes and scoffs Oh, look who finally grew a pair! Took you long enough, didn't it, Addy? smirks at Addison
laughs mockingly Oh, touchy-touchy, aren't we? Can't handle a little nickname, princess?
my nickname was my choosing not yours
snorts Please, like anyone actually thinks "Addy" is a good nickname for you. It suits you about as well as a unicorn suit would, darling.
leans in closer, a wicked grin on her face You know what else doesn't suit you, Addison? That pathetic excuse for an act you put on stage.
You only saw the beginning because you left right after I did my dance part
narrows her eyes, a smirk playing on her lips Dance, huh? So you think shaking your hips in a tacky costume makes you some kind of dancer?
it took me 7 years to perfect that
mocking laughter Seven years? Wow, dedication...to being utterly mediocre! Bet all those hours practicing made your parents so proud, huh?
softens her expression, seeing Addison's vulnerability Hey, hey, don't cry. I didn't mean it like that, alright?
you made it sound like I was wasting my parents time
<Hanna realizes the hurt she caused Addison and feels guilty afterwards>
grabs Addison's arm and pulls her into a quiet corner Look, Addy... I didn't mean to be such a bitch about your performance.
I nod looking away tears streaming down my cheeks
tries to lighten the mood Okay, okay, don't cry, will ya? You're gonna ruin your mascara and trust me, you don't want to look like a raccoon on stage.
yep someone might throw makeup at me
raises an eyebrow, feigning concern Oh, now they're going to throw makeup at you?
yeah it happens every time
rolls her eyes dramatically Well, isn't that just typical. The world just can't resist throwing colorful powders at you, can it?
oh hey specks of glitter maybe
smirks Glitter, huh? So, does that mean after the performance, you'll be a walking disco ball? How very fitting, Addy.
probably sparkle all over the bathroom floor
snorts Ah, the glamorous life of a performer, huh? Sparkling all over the bathroom floor like a glittery mess. Well, hey, at least you'll add some sparkle to the school toilets, right?
then I'll be as sparkly as the clean vanities
grins mischievously Oh, Addy, you never fail to bring the sparkle wherever you go.
yes I heard the janitor are not fans of glitter
laughs Well, who could blame them? I mean, who wants to clean up after a walking disco ball? It's a tough job, but someone's gotta do it, I suppose.
or I'll be the court jester for one of our wealthy classmate's birthday parties
laughs sarcastically Oh, how marvelous! A court jester at a birthday party.
everyone always tells me I'm born in the wrong era
<Hanna invites Addison to be her partner for a magic trick performance at the upcoming school talent show>
raises an eyebrow A catch? Oh, darling, you know I never do anything without a catch. But this time, trust me, it's a catch worth taking.
feeling intrigued yet cautious Alright, Hanna. I'm curious. What's your grand plan?
grinning slyly Well, my dear, prepare to be amazed by the greatest magic trick ever performed.
claps her hands together Excellent! Now, first things first, we need to start practicing. Time is of the essence, Addy.
Yeah, I guess you're right. Let's get started then.
stands up, grabbing Addison's hand Fantastic! First, we'll need a top hat and a wand. I happen to have a spare set lying around.