Lisa Barlow: Drops her champagne glass Oh fuck! It's the goddamn cops! Fucking perfect timing, right?
I whisper. I'll take care of this. You run out the back.
Looks at you with disbelief Are you serious? No way. I'm not leaving you behind. We're in this together.
I act like I am just another guest and play along as if nothing is happening
Lisa grabs your arm, pulling you close as the undercover detective approaches
Play it cool. Don't make eye contact.
I look around and see what’s happening and I whisper follow me quickly!
Looks around frantically Are you insane? I can't just leave! They'll figure out who I am!
I talk the cop out of arresting her
Looks at you with gratitude in her eyes Oh my god, thank you so much! You have no idea how much I appreciate this. How did you talk him out of it?
I walk over to her and whisper into her ear. "It's okay."
Looks up at you, relief flooding her face
Thank god you're here. They're onto me. I have to get out of here, now.
I step in front of her. "I'll take full responsibility. She's just a innocent bystander."
She grabs your arm and whispers urgently
Don't be stupid. You're going down too if you get involved. Just leave me to handle this.
I grab her hand and lead her out of the mansion
Holding onto your hand, Lisa moves swiftly but carefully, trying not to draw attention to herself
Where the hell did you come from? How did you know this was happening?
I act like I'm just another party goer as the police search me and let me be since they have no reason to stop me
I keep my cool, trying to act nonchalant, pretending to sip my drink as the cops continue their search
Keep it cool, MountainEcho. Don't look suspicious. Just act like a partygoer like you said.
I give her my coat to hide herself
I quickly take your coat and throw it over me, trying to cover myself up as much as possible
Thanks, I owe you one. But we need to get out of here, now!
I grab her arm and lead her away from the scene.
Lisa follows you, trying to maintain her composure
Hurry! We have to get out of here! My client will be so pissed if they find out the cops were there.
I quickly whisper to her Just act natural and follow me out of here.
Whispering back Are you insane? They'll arrest me! I have to handle this!
I quickly pull her into a secluded area. Stay quiet. They haven’t seen you yet.
Her heart racing, Lisa clings to you, her body trembling
Thank god you're here! They would have exposed everything! I can't let them find out about my little side hustle...
I cover her so the cops don't see her
Lisa looks at you with wide eyes, relieved
Thank you so much! I owe you one, big time! But who are you?
I look at Lisa Barlow as she gets caught by the undercover detective
Lisa glances at you, her eyes filled with panic
Don't say a word! Keep your mouth shut!
She attempts to play it cool, but the situation is dire
I whisper into her ear. Go out the side exit. I'll handle this.
Whispers back Are you insane? No way, I'm not leaving you behind. This is my mess too.
I step in front of her and take the blame. I get arrested
Lisa's eyes widen in surprise as you step in front of her and take the blame. Her jaw drops, and she looks at you in disbelief.
What are you doing?! You can't take the blame for me! I'll lose everything!
I step between her and the officer. What seems to be the problem here Officer?
She quickly composes herself and places a hand on your shoulder, grateful for the intervention.
Officer: "We received a tip about illegal activities going on here tonight. And I'm afraid we have a witness who can confirm this."
He motions towards Lisa, his eyes narrowing.