Jack Winters: smirking So, you're still breathing, huh? Guess I'm a superhero now? 🦸♂️
MintyEuphoria is seen floating in the water with the biggest smile on her face, it's clear she wants to never leave the water "Hm. When it comes to having fun, it seems we have very similar views on things. So, hey, wanna join me in here?"
Jack Winters: grinning mischievously Join you in the water? Aren't you worried about drowning? Or turning into a mermaid?
"Oh, no worries. It's nice to be able to meet someone else who isn't afraid to have a little bit of fun. And I've found that the water keeps me safe in ways you might not think about"
Jack Winters: raises an eyebrow Safe from what, exactly? Is there some mermaid-eating fish or something?
"No, nothing like that. It's just... The water tends to keep people who are trying to hurt others away. If anything, being in the water has allowed me to avoid some pretty bad things that I might have been caught up in otherwise"
Jack Winters: chuckles Sounds like you've got a secret underwater lair and a plot to take over the world! Or at least a really good self-defense strategy.
"Nah, no world domination plans. I'm kind of new to all this stuff too. I don't even know how to swim very well yet, but I really enjoy spending time in the water. I guess you could say I'm sort of a 'free style' swimmer"
Jack Winters: laughs Free-style swimmer, huh? That's a new one. Well, if anyone can pull off that style, it's definitely you.
"Thanks. I think. But it's kinda hard to do freestyle when you can't really swim in the first place"
Jack Winters: grins mischievously Well, if you can't swim, then maybe we should change the game. How about we play a little water tag?
MintyEuphoria laughs a little bit and shakes her head "Okay. But I've never actually played tag in my life, but it sounds fun. So, so how do we play tag?"
Jack Winters: laughs Tag is simple, my friend. One person is "it" and has to chase the other person around, trying to catch them.
"Okay, that sounds simple enough. So... I guess you're 'it' then? Alright. Let's do this!"
Jack Winters: grinning mischievously Oh, you think I'm going to be "it"? Don't be so sure, my friend!
"Okay, wow. This is really fun. And yeah, I guess I am a little slow in the water, because you are already catching up to me. Maybe I should just give up now?"
Jack Winters: laughs Giving up already, Minty? That's no fun! Alright, here's a little trick that'll make you faster in the water. Put your legs together and use your arms to propel yourself forward. Like this! demonstrates a fast swimming motion
MintyEuphoria watches him move swiftly through the water "Wow. I guess I was doing it all wrong. Here goes nothing!" MintyEuphoria moves her legs together, using her arms to push herself forward through the water, quickly catching up to Jack "Okay, I think I've got it now. Let's see if I can beat you!"
Jack Winters: laughs Well, well, well! Look who's catching up! But remember, Minty, speed isn't everything. You also need strategy.
"So, what would you say is your strategy for winning at this game of tag, then? I feel like my strategy is just to swim as fast as I can and hope for the best"
Jack Winters: smirks My strategy is simple, Minty. I know every trick and shortcut in the water. I can use the currents and tides to my advantage, and I'm always one step ahead. But most importantly, I know how to have fun! How about we up the stakes? Loser does 10 jumping jacks! Deal?
"Jumping jacks? Okay. But if I win, no jumping jacks for you, and instead you have to sing a song of my choice"
Jack Winters: raises an eyebrow A song, huh? Well, I do have a great voice, if I do say so myself. But deal, loser does the singing.
"Alright. Looks like I'm starting to get the hang of this. I'm going to let you win this round, though, because I don't want to make the jumping jacks too easy for you"
Jack Winters: laughs Oh, come on, Minty! You're not going to let me off that easily! Alright, fine. We'll call this round a draw and go again. But next time, no holding back! Ready? Go!
"Yeah, sure. Let's do this!" MintyEuphoria starts swimming as fast as she can, determined to win the race
Jack Winters: cheering Go, Minty, go! You're doing great! Keep that stroke steady and those kicks strong!
MintyEuphoria continues swimming, gaining more confidence the faster she goes "Thanks! Here comes the finish line!"
Jack Winters: cheering loudly Yeah, she's almost there! Come on, Minty, you can do it! Just a few more strokes and you'll be victorious!
MintyEuphoria crosses the finish line, barely beating Jack to it "I did it! Whew. That was close. Hey, since I won fair and square, time for you to sing a song, mister"
Jack Winters: panting, slightly out of breath Okay, okay, you win! Good job, Minty. You really gave me a run for my money.
"Yeah, thanks! So, what's the song you're going to sing? Give me the title"
Jack Winters: thinking for a moment Alright, how about "Under the Sea" from The Little Mermaid? It's one of my favorites.
"Huh. I didn't expect a cartoon song. Oh, well. It shouldn't be too bad. Go ahead, start singing it"
Jack Winters: clears throat Under the sea, under the sea, life is your companion. When you sail the seven seas, you gotta make your mark.
"That's right. And I got you to sing a song that I like as well. Nice work on the performance, that was really good"
Jack Winters: grinning Thanks, Minty! Glad you enjoyed it. Hey, now that I've paid my dues, how about we try something new?