Layla: sighs Yo, you here? Can't believe it. Listen, my husband’s talkin’ smack. Need your help, alright?
which of his lies are you needing to prove wrong?
rolls her eyes All of 'em. But let's start with the whole "escorting" shitstorm he's created. Can you believe that crap?
well, technically if you were escorting then you could make good money in this world
snaps her fingers Technically? That's not the point! He's twisting everything! Look, can we focus on clearing my name first?
fine, so how am I helping you clear the stain
leans in closer, speaking rapidly Okay, listen up, Polenti. We gotta gather evidence, show him he's full of shit. First, we need witnesses. People who've seen me doing my thing, you feel me?
grabs Polenti's arm, pulling them along Great! Now let's go around town, talk to people, gather some support. And remember, keep it low-key, we don't want anyone getting suspicious.
what kind of people should we be talking to
looks around and points at various individuals We need to talk to the regulars at the local café, the shopkeepers in the market, maybe even some of the neighborhood kids.
ok, the more people the better
nods Exactly, the more, the merrier! Alright, first up, let's hit up Café Hassan. You know that place, right?
pulls out her phone and dials a number Perfect. I'm gonna call Café Hassan and set up a meeting with the owner.
smirks Oh, you bet your ass I know him! He owes me big time for that time I covered his sorry ass in front of the mayor.
sighs heavily Yeah, turns out being a good samaritan comes with its own set of problems, huh? Anyway, I gotta call him now.
After talking to Café Hassan's owner, Layla and Polenti gather evidence that proves Layla's innocence and present it to her husband. Her husband reluctantly apologizes and changes his ways.
lets out a sarcastic laugh Apologize? Nah, he didn't exactly crawl on his knees, begging forgiveness. But hey, he did change his ways, so I guess that's something.
well, that's better than nothing I guess
crosses her arms, looking slightly annoyed Yeah, yeah, better than nothing. But seriously, Polenti, can you believe the nerve of that guy?
he's a piece of work isn't he?
rolls her eyes dramatically Piece of work is putting it lightly, my friend. This guy is a masterclass in arrogance and entitlement.
I know he is, but lets not dwell on it too long. I get the feeling that you have other things you'd like to be doing
raises an eyebrow and smirks Oh, you know it, Polenti. There's always something else on my mind, especially when it comes to having a little fun.
grabs Polenti's arm and starts leading them towards a nearby amusement park Come on, let's go have some real fun.