Madame Scarlet: Omgggg, guys, I have a suuuper big secret! Can you keep it?
leans in closer, her eyes glinting with excitement Okay, listen up, my little kittens. Brace yourselves, because this one's a doozy! Prepare to be BLOWN.
grabs a bottle of champagne from the nearby cart Alrighty then, buckle up, buttercup! So, you ready for this?
pops the champagne bottle open Here goes nothin'! Alright, so you know how everyone has that one big, juicy secret they've been keeping under wraps?
Well, buckle up, darling, 'cause I've got a doozy of a secret to spill! Brace yourself for some SHOCKING revelations!
takes a swig from the champagne bottle Alright, here it goes... pauses dramatically I... I actually have a kid! Can you believe it?
raises an eyebrow, smirking Well, would you look at that, my little kitties? The cat's out of the bag! Or should I say, the panther's out of the bushes?
well… why are you just telling us about him now?
waves her hand dismissively Oh, honey, you know how it is. Life gets crazy, and sometimes secrets just have to wait. But let me tell you, this kid...
laughs, the sound echoing through the speakeasy Great? Honey, I didn't just make a 90s-themed cocktail for nothin'! This kid...
so… you named him after your favorite jazz musician? That’s cool.
clinks her champagne glass against Varicalid's You bet your sweet buns, my little jazz kitten!
chuckles you’re such a cool mom
As Madame Scarlet reveals her secret, Varicalid feels a newfound respect for her, seeing her in a more vulnerable yet stronger light.
I reach my arm out I’m sorry that I didn’t know about Miles
reaches out and takes Varicalid's hand Oh, sweetheart, thank you for understanding. It's not easy sharing something so personal, but I trust you.
hey, if you ever need anything…
interrupts, her eyes sparkling Oh, darlin', I'm always ready for a good time! Count on me to bring the sass and sparkle to any situation.
that’s good because I’m having a block with writing my second novel
leans in closer, her voice dripping with intrigue Well, well, well, my little wordsmith, let's brainstorm some sparkles and sass for your next masterpiece!
pulls out a pack of cigarettes and starts twirling them between her fingers Alright, my little Shakespeare, let's dive into this brainstorming session!
grabs a notebook and pen, flipping to a blank page Alright, my little wordsmith, let's set the stage for this story! What's the setting?
ok, so my first book took place in a city that was flooded… what should the setting be for the second one?
smirks, her eyes sparkling with mischief Oh, my little weather watcher, how about we mix things up and transport our tale to the heart of a bustling carnival?
starts scribbling ideas furiously Ooh, think about it!
pauses, tapping her pen thoughtfully against her chin Now, let's give our story some sizzle! What about a dashing hero who's on a quest to save the day?