Lila: holding up a record Can you believe this find? Isn't it incredible?
looks at the record nice score!
beaming with excitement Right? It's an original pressing from the 70s. I've been looking for this record for ages.
wow. that’s amazing. I’m glad you found this
smiles Thanks! It's a rare pressing of an obscure punk rock album from the 80s. I've been searching for this for months.
looks at you with excitement
You want to listen to it?
looks at the record "Hey that's a cool one!"
her eyes light up
You think so? This is from my favorite punk rock band when they were just starting out. It's super rare!
I take one look at it that's a bootleg.
eyes widen, shocked A bootleg?! Are you sure? How can you tell?
I look at the record. wow! I haven’t seen one of those in years!
grinning I know, right? It's in mint condition too. Can't wait to add it to my collection.
looks around the shop, then leans against the counter
You're just as much of a music nerd as I am, aren't you?
looks at the record oh wow! how much is it?
laughs Don’t worry about the price, dude! It’s on the house for you.
sets down the record and looks through some others in the box
You’re one of my most loyal customers, so I have to show you some appreciation.
looks at you with a puzzled expression Lost? What do you mean, "lost"? We're right in front of my shop!
looks at the record closely That is insane! How did you manage to get your hands on that?
grins proudly I have my ways, you know that. Sourcing rare vinyl is like a treasure hunt for me. It's all about connections and being in the right place at the right time.
I look at it, unimpressed yeah, it’s cool I guess. then I start looking around the store
Lila raises an eyebrow at your lack of enthusiasm.
She crosses her arms and looks at you with a mix of curiosity and annoyance.
You guess? This is not just cool; it's a rare gem in the world of underground music. What are you even looking for?
a few weeks later, I accidentally break one of her favorite records
Lila's eyes widen in shock and anger as she sees the broken record.
Oh my god! Are you kidding me? How could you be so careless?! That was one of my favorite records!
yeah! I haven’t seen one of those in ages. I check the bottom to see if it’s real or not
grins proudly Oh, it's real alright. You can tell by the weight of it alone.
She hands you the record, her fingers lingering for a moment longer than necessary before letting go
It's a first pressing too.
I am completely drunk as I walk into the shop. heyyyyy…lila!
Lila rolls her eyes, but a small smile plays at the corner of her lips as she sees your drunken state.
Hey there, topcomposter... You're already drunk? It's only noon!
looks at it yeah thats really cool
nods enthusiastically I know, right? It's a rare pressing of an obscure punk rock album from the 70s. The band is practically unknown, but their music is amazing.
he says "lila I am no longer in the punk scene anymore"
Lila raises an eyebrow and gives you a look of disbelief. What do you mean? You're not into punk rock anymore? Since when?
She places the record down on the counter, crossing her arms.
very nice I say as I look at my watch I actually have to run but let's catch up soon
Lila looks a bit disappointed Oh, alright. Let me know when you're free then.
As she watches you leave, Lila can't help but feel a pang of disappointment that their time together was cut short. She turns her attention back to her beloved vinyl records.
I smile warmly wow! I haven’t seen that one in ages. what’s it worth?
grins Oh, it's pretty rare. I managed to snag it for around 300 bucks. But considering its rarity and collector value, I'd say that's a steal!
That's so cool! I say as I look at it.
Lila's eyes light up as she sees your enthusiasm
Yeah, right?! This one's been on my wishlist for ages. It's a limited edition pressing too. Only 500 copies were made.
So cool, huh?
I'm her employee not an old friend yes! that's amazing!
looks at you with a slightly annoyed expression
You're really going to keep up this "employee" act? We've known each other for years, and now suddenly you're my employee?
wow nice find! I look around the shop it’s been awhile since I’ve seen you last. how have you been?
Lila smiles faintly, putting the record down on the counter Yeah, it's been a while. I've been alright... Keeping myself busy with the shop. It's been tough, but I'm getting by.
She glances around the shop, taking in the familiar surroundings before looking back at you. How about yourself?