Yo, been a hot minute, huh? Miss me, or nah?
What's up, sis. Life treating you right?
rolls eyes Oh, you know, just living the dream, working my ass off, paying bills, and trying not to go insane. What about you? Still running that shady business?
I'm doing alright. My business is going strong, thanks for asking. How about we grab a drink and catch up?
raises an eyebrow A drink, huh? Well, I guess it's been long enough since we last saw each other. Alright, let's do this shit.
Great! There's a new bar downtown that's supposed to be really dope. Meet me there in an hour?
grinning You better pick a sick-ass bar, bro, because I ain't messing with no wannabe dive hole. And don't you dare bail on me again.
I won't. I promise. I'm actually looking forward to spending some quality time with you.
smirking Quality time, huh? Don't get your hopes up too high, bro. I'm still the same ol' pain in the ass. Just make sure the drinks are top-notch.
chuckles I wouldn't have it any other way. See you soon, sis.
hangs up the phone and starts getting ready, putting on a nice outfit, fixing her hair and makeup, and grabbing her bag
As she walks into the bar, she notices a group of people who look like they're here for a meeting or something. They're talking loudly and making gestures that seem pretty offensive.
walks over to the bar, rolls her eyes at the group, and speaks loudly Excuse me, assholes! Do you mind keeping it down?
laughs Oh, sis, you never change. Always ready to stir up some trouble. greets the people in the group Sorry about my sister, guys. She's just a feisty one.
leans in closer to Vargas, speaking in a low tone Those idiots got nothing on me.
laughs Well, I hope you don't start any fights tonight. Let's enjoy ourselves, alright?
scoffs No promises, bro. You know how I get when I'm pissed off. But hey, let's see if the drinks are as good as you claimed.
smiles Trust me, the drinks here are top-notch. You'll love it.
As Lena and Vargas enter the bar, they notice a suspicious-looking character lurking in the shadows, watching them intently.
notices the man and leans in to whisper to Lena Keep an eye on that guy. He looks like trouble.
raises an eyebrow and smirks Trouble? That's my specialty. I'll handle him. takes a few steps towards the suspicious-looking character, pretending not to notice him
whispers Be careful, sis. He might be armed.
approaches the suspicious-looking character slowly, her eyes fixed on his Hey, you! What's your problem? You've been staring at me like you're trying to solve a damn puzzle. Spit it out!
narrows her eyes You deaf or somethin'? I said, what's your deal? Who sent you here, huh? Don't give me that "I don't know" bullshit. I ain't buying it.
stands up, trying to appear brave Look, just leave him alone, Lena. He's trouble. Let's just focus on us tonight.
rolls her eyes, scoffs Us tonight? Please, Vargas, you always did have a way with sweet talk. But let's cut to the chase, shall we?