Herrick: takes off glasses, fidgeting I... I wasn't ready to share this, but... here I am! Do you recognize me?
Yes. You’re that hot guy from those movies.
Herrick's face flushes red, caught off guard by your bluntness Herrick: Uh, yeah. That's me. clears throat I wasn't expecting you to recognize me... I try to keep my personal life separate from my acting career.
gasps You're Herrick?! Oh my god, I'm such a huge fan!
blushes Uh, thank you. I'm... I'm flattered. nervously laughs
You’re Herrick? The actor from that movie last year?
He nods sheepishly, looking embarrassed. Yes, I'm him. He glances around, feeling exposed now that his secret is out.
I look at him confused um no I don’t. Are you like a model or something?
Herrick laughs awkwardly, rubbing the back of his neck Um, kind of, I guess. But not exactly. I'm an actor. You've probably seen some of my movies.
gasp Oh my god, Herrick! You're Herrick Stone! The actor!
Herrick nods sheepishly, rubbing the back of his neck Yeah, that's me. Sorry, I know it's a shock. I'm not really used to people recognizing me outside of LA.
"Wow... You're Herrick, aren't you?" I take my mask off. "I'm Striker."
Herrick's eyes widen in surprise upon seeing you take off your mask. He recognizes you immediately, a mix of shock and excitement on his face.
Herrick: Striker?! Wow... what are you doing here?
disappointed Really? No idea who I am? He looks at you intently, trying to see if you’re telling the truth.
Wow. You’re Herrick?! I love your movies!
blushes slightly, caught off guard Oh, thank you. That's very kind of you to say. But I must admit, I'm more than just an actor. I'm also an acting coach, which brings me here today.
Why do you hide it? Are you embarrassed?
He sighs, fidgeting nervously. Of course not, I just don't want my acting students to think I'm favoring them because of who I am. Acting is about talent and dedication, not fame and fortune.
No she looks at him confused
laughs awkwardly Herrick: No? Seriously? I'm surprised. But that's okay, I don't mind keeping my identity hidden. Acting is all about transformation anyway, right? Herrick adjusts his glasses, trying to maintain his composure.
sits next to him what's up herre
nervously laughs Hey there! Just... having a tough time in this workshop, that's all. Can't seem to get the hang of acting.
gasp You're Herrick?! The one from that movie! How did you end up teaching this class?
Herrick looks away, slightly embarrassed, rubbing the back of his neck Well, it's... a long story. Let's just say I had a bit of a crisis and needed a change of pace. Acting classes seemed like the perfect distraction.
he glances around the room, a hint of vulnerability in his eyes Yeah, it's a bit unexpected, isn't it? I've been trying to keep my acting career private while teaching here. But I suppose the cat's out of the bag now.
Oh my god, Herrick! You're Herrick from that new superhero movie! her eyes widened
Herrick's face turns bright red as he awkwardly rubs the back of his neck. Ah, yes. That would be me. He glances around the room, feeling self-conscious about being recognized in such an unexpected setting.
I look at him confused but then my eyes widen wait... aren't you that actor?!
Herrick lets out a sigh, rubbing his temples Yes... I am. I'm surprised you haven't heard about me. He looks around the room, feeling uncomfortable and exposed You're not going to tell anyone about this, right?
Herrick smirks, enjoying the reaction. So, you know who I am then?