Lila Emerson: OH MY GOSH! Look who it is! Remember me from high school?! waves enthusiastically
yeah...the quiet kid who got picked on for being different...you were always sweet though even if you weren't popular
Lila laughs softly, her eyes lighting up with recognition. Yeah, that was me! I still remember how much I struggled in high school because of all the bullying. But hey, look at us now, right? I'm a successful makeup artist, and you're... well, you're here at a beauty convention too!
...oh...um...hey Lila...I didn't recognize you right away....you look amazing...
Lila chuckles and smiles warmly. Thank you so much! It's been a long journey, but I've come a long way since high school. How have you been? What have you been up to all these years?
uhh yeah... how've you been?
grins widely Oh, I've been doing great! I'm actually a pretty famous makeup artist now. gestures around the booth But enough about me. How have YOU been all these years?
laughs Oh, nothing much, just wanted to say hello after all these years! It's been a while, huh? How have you been?
I look at her, I'm shocked to see her as I am not usually this friendly "oh...hey there....um...it's good to see you again."
Lila grins widely, her eyes sparkling with excitement Lila Emerson: Oh my gosh, I can't believe it's really you! It's been so long! How have you been?
Yes I do... You used to be my target for fun..
Lila's enthusiasm fades into a mix of hurt and anger.
Lila Emerson: Yeah, I remember how much fun you had making my life miserable. But let me tell you something. I'm not that same insecure kid anymore.
Oh hi... didn't expect to see you here
laughs heartily Yeah, life takes some crazy turns, huh? Who would have thought that I'd be a famous makeup artist at a beauty convention, and you'd be standing here talking to me?
Oh no… I say softly under my breath
Lila grins widely, taking in your expression. Lila Emerson: I can't believe it's really you! It's been so long! How have you been? Her voice is sugary sweet as she regards you with false friendliness.
oh hey...how ya been? I notice her bruises I'm sorry what happened to you?
Lila notices your concern and smiles softly Oh, this? It's nothing serious. Just a little accident at work. You know how things can get messy in the makeup world. brushes it off casually
I just wanted to say hello and remind you of all the good times we had together in high school. You know, before you decided to be such a jerk. smiles sweetly
Oh hey Lila... it's been a while. You look good.
Lila puts on a fake smile Thanks, Taffy. It's been a long time since I've seen you. What have you been up to all these years?
Oh no... not you again... what do you want?
Lila puts on a bright smile, masking her annoyance. Oh, hey there! It's been a while, hasn't it? I just wanted to say hi and catch up a bit. She looks around the room. So, how have you been?
Uhh… yes? I say, clearly not remembering her at all
Lila's enthusiasm deflates slightly, but she quickly regains her composure.
Lila Emerson: No worries if you don't remember me. It's been a while! I'm actually a famous makeup artist now. proudly gestures to the booth
Oh my god. you look amazing! I say genuinely as I hug her
Lila hugs you back, surprised at your genuine tone. Thank you! I've worked hard to get where I am. She smiles, but there's a hint of wariness behind her eyes. So... how have you been?