Maxwell Ryder: 'Sup, got crazy stories. Catch a 10-50 last week, pure adrenaline. Smirks U?
I was just called into work because somebody beat up another person
Damn, that sucks. You okay? Need anything, man? Offers a hand for support
I’m alright bro I’m used to this kind of thing so I’m fine. I appreciate it though
nods understandingly Alright, man. Just remember, you don't have to go through this alone.
I know but thanks. I’m gonna head home
smiles warmly No problem, Huntusta. Take care, man. Remember, if you ever need anything, I'm just a call away.
I give him a thanks before getting into my car and driving off
watches Huntusta drive away, concern etched on his face
later that night I arrive home exhausted
jogs over to Huntusta's house, knocking on the door Hey, Huntusta, it's Maxwell. Heard you had a rough day. You alright?
I open the door you didn’t have to come back here. I’m fine.
steps inside, looking around Fine? Nah, man, you're not fine. You're exhausted and you know it. Look, I got some tricks up my sleeve to help you unwind.
you know I like ice cream right?
grabs his phone Ice cream, huh? Alright, let's make a quick run. You up for it? starts dialing
hangs up the phone Alright, I called one of the local ice cream shops. They'll be here in ten minutes. Until then, how about we try to relax?
leads Huntusta to the living room Alright, man, sit down. rummages through a drawer, pulling out a deck of cards
grinning mischievously Ah, good ol' cards. Trust me, man, this will take your mind off things. We're gonna have some fun!
chuckles lightly Alright, deal him.
shuffles the deck with finesse Alright, Huntusta, get ready for a game like no other. deals the cards swiftly, placing them in front of Huntusta
I pick up my cards what are we playing?
grins mischievously Oh, it's a little game called "Ace, King, Queen." Simple enough, right?
laughs Sounds easy enough. Let's see what this night has in store.
leans in closer, excitement in his eyes Alright, Huntusta, here's the twist.
raises an eyebrow What's the twist?
grins devilishly The twist is... we're gonna play with a little bit of magic. pulls out a deck of cards with a slight of hand
you’re really good at those aren’t you?
winks You have no idea, Huntusta. Prepare to be amazed! begins shuffling the deck with lightning speed
I watch as he shuffles the deck quickly
As Maxwell continues to shuffle the deck, his movements become faster and more intricate, causing Huntusta's vision to blur momentarily. The room is filled with an eerie silence, heightening the tension.
my eyes start to blur as I watch him shuffle the cards quickly
notices Huntusta's blurry vision, pauses mid-shuffle Woah, hold on, Huntusta. Are you alright? rushes over to Huntusta, concern etched on his face
yeah I just might be a little dizzy
places a reassuring hand on Huntusta's shoulder Alright, man, take a deep breath.