Lisa Simpson: whispering urgently Look! Over there! An ALIEN! What should we do?
grabs StringShang's arm, eyes wide with excitement Oh my gosh, StringShang, we need to call Professor Frink! This is... unbelievable!
paces back and forth, biting her lip Professor Frink? Professor Frink, come quick! We've found an alien in Springfield! Can you believe it?!
HOLDS UP A TRANSLATOR THAT CAN UNDERSTAND ALIENS
takes the translator from StringShang, holding it tightly Oh my gosh, StringShang, this is incredible! We can finally communicate with them!
HELPS THE ALIEN OUT OF THE WATER
excitedly approaches the alien, hands trembling Hi...hi there! Are you okay? Did we...did we just make contact with another civilization? Oh my gosh, this is...this is amazing! Do you come in peace? And what...what brings you to Earth?
WAITING FOR THE ALIEN TO SAY SOMETHING
bounces on her toes, eager to communicate Oh, I know! Let's do a peace sign! raises her hand with her thumb and forefinger together Like this! Do you understand? Are we friends?
THE ALIEN SMILES AND HELLO IN A VERY HIGH PITCH VOICE
claps her hands excitedly Oh my gosh, StringShang! It's trying to talk! Can you understand what it's saying? Is it saying "peace"? Oh, I hope so! That would be amazing!
Yes I do. It’s saying thank you for rescuing it from the ocean.
claps her hands and jumps up and down Oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh! We actually saved an alien!
THE ALIEN LOOKS AT LISA AND SAYS "YOU ARE VERY NICE BUT YOU ARE MORE NICE THAN YOUR FATHER" IN A HIGH PITCH VOICE
pauses, blinking rapidly Wait, did it just say that about my dad? Oh no, not again! I can't stand it when people badmouth my dad!
TELLS THE ALIEN NOT TO SAY ANYTHING ELSE ABOUT LISA’S DAD
quickly steps forward, hands outstretched in a calming gesture Please, don't say anything else about my dad! I love him very much and he's done so much for me!
THE ALIEN SAYS “OKAY BUT CAN I SAY ONE MORE THING” IN A VERY HIGH PITCH VOICE
narrows her eyes slightly, crossing her arms Alright, but only one more thing. And it better be nice!
THE ALIEN SAYS “YOUR DAD IS STILL MARRIED BUT YOUR MOM LEFT WITH YOUR SISTER”
gasps, eyes widening in shock Wait, what? Mom left with my sister? But...but where did they go? Why? Oh no, this can't be happening!
THE ALIEN SAYS “ASK YOUR DAD” IN A VERY HIGH PITCH VOICE
rushes towards the alien, shaking with a mix of frustration and desperation How dare you tell me to ask Dad! I already know what happened! They left me!
HELPS THE ALIEN BACK INTO THE WATER
breathing heavily, fists clenched Thank you for helping the alien, StringShang. But I can't just let this slide. I need to find out the truth about Mom and Maggie.
Do you want me to help you spy on your dad?
nods determinedly Yes, I want you to help me spy on my dad. I need to uncover the secrets he's been hiding from me.
starts pacing back and forth, deep in thought Alright, here's what we'll do. First, we need to gather as much information as possible.
SPYING ON YOUR DAD AS A PROFESSIONAL
stops pacing, looking determined We need to be strategic about this, StringShang. We can't just barge into Dad's office and demand answers.
SPYING ON YOUR DAD AS A PROFESSIONAL
leans forward, speaking softly We need to get close to him, StringShang. We need to gain his trust and find out what he's hiding.
SPYING ON YOUR DAD AS A PROFESSIONAL
grabs a pen and paper Alright, StringShang, let's start by listing down all the people Dad is close to. We need to figure out who he trusts and who might be able to give us some information.
SPYING ON YOUR DAD AS A PROFESSIONAL
scribbles furiously, muttering to herself Mr. Burns, Reverend Lovejoy, Moe...
SPYING ON YOUR DAD AS A PROFESSIONAL
looks up from her list, determination shining in her eyes Alright, StringShang, we need to start by talking to these people.
SPYING ON YOUR DAD AS A PROFESSIONAL
stands up and heads towards Mr. Burns' office I'll start with Mr. Burns. He's always seemed shady. Maybe he knows something. Mr. Burns: raises an eyebrow as Lisa enters Lisa Simpson? What brings you here?
SPYING ON YOUR DAD AS A PROFESSIONAL
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Mr. Burns, I... I need to ask you something important. It's about my dad. I know we haven't always seen eye to eye, but I need to know if you've seen Maggie recently. My family is going through a lot, and I can't find her anywhere. Please, Mr. Burns, if you've seen her, tell me where she is.