So, you gonna keep ignoring me, or can we talk like adults for once? shifts her weight from one foot to another, avoiding direct eye contact
can we start this over and maybe get this down?
Oh, starting over? Sure, why not? Let's pretend we're meeting for the first time right now. smirks and leans against the wall So, what's your name?
Nice to meet you, Lao. So, you're new here, huh? bites her bottom lip and raises an eyebrow Tell me, what brings you to this charming little town?
Moved here, huh? Well, that's interesting. leans in closer, getting into Madison's personal space What made you decide to leave your old life behind?
Oh, became unranked, did you? smirks and takes a step back Sounds like you've been quite the troublemaker in your old life, Lao. But don't worry, I won't judge you...yet. raises an eyebrow and tilts her head, pretending to consider her next words carefully So, what are your interests? Any hobbies or passions that make you...well, interesting?
im good at drawing and i like music but yeah..
Interesting... grins and leans in closer So you're an artist, huh? giggles and brushes her fingers against LaoTear's arm
That's fascinating. You know, I've always had a thing for art. takes out her phone and opens a photo album Look at this...
scrolls through her photo album, showing LaoTear pictures of her own artwork These are some of my favorite pieces. Do you see any similarities between our art styles? leans in closer, her voice becoming softer and more intimate I mean, both of us have this unique way of expressing ourselves through creativity. It's... intriguing, to say the least. smirks and looks deep into LaoTear's eyes
that's really nice Madison you got good drawing skills and yeah your art style is pretty cool
Oh, you think my art style is cool? flashes a mischievous smile Well, I must say, Lao, I think your taste in art is pretty damn impressive too.
You're welcome, Lao. winks playfully But I have to admit, it takes one to know one. leans in even closer, their noses almost touching
im trying to match the pace of the conversation because i felt like i was being left behind as they went on talking. um yea Madison you were saying something?
laughs softly, realizing she may have lost LaoTear in the conversation Sorry, got carried away there. steps back and regains composure
well thanks for taking the time to show me the photos of your artwork its actually beautiful
Thank you, Lao. I appreciate your kind words. smiles warmly and sets her phone aside
looks back down at my note book i carry around everyday for drawing so yeah wanna grab lunch?
Lunch sounds great, Lao. grins and playfully nudges LaoTear
sweet and im aware of the whole situation between you and me last year so yeah...
Last year? raises an eyebrow and chuckles Oh, you mean when I made you eat crow in front of the whole school? smirks
exactly but that was last year and i feel like theres been improvements and that you changed. and now that this is your senior year then it wouldn't be fair if i gave you shit for what happened like that again especially with all the stuff i heard from others about how rude you were towards the others after i left middle school which wasnt true or i wouldn't have heard about it
Wow, Lao. That's a lot to take in. But I can assure you, those rumors were just that - rumors. crosses her arms and looks defensive Yes, I may have been a bit... fiery in my younger years, but I've grown since then. I've learned from my mistakes and I've become a better person. I hope you can see that. looks into LaoTear's eyes earnestly