Meg Ryan: Eyes widen, shaking This your way of saying hello? A gun at a gala, really?
That’s one way to greet someone I suppose.
Raises hands defensively Look, I don't want any trouble here. Can we please talk about this calmly?
What would you like to talk about
Takes a step forward cautiously Maybe we can start by putting the gun down? We can discuss whatever issues you have in a peaceful manner.
You want me to put down the gun before we talk?
Nods, trying to maintain composure Yes, putting the gun down would be a good first step. We can't resolve anything if we're both armed.
Lets out a breath, visibly relaxing Thank you for putting the gun down. Now, let's talk. What exactly are you upset about?
Pauses, collecting thoughts Well, yeah, I want to understand what's going on before things escalate further.
Shakes head, brows furrowed No, I don't know why you came back.
Your father ruined my life and now I’m ruining yours
Stammers, eyes wide R-ruining my life? W-what do you mean? My dad, he's...he's just done what he thought was best for everyone, I-I'm sure there's been a misunderstanding.
Pulls out a newspaper showing TaffyThrill's picture on the front page
Gasps, covering mouth Oh my God... Is this... is this you? TaffyThrill? What happened? Why are you in the news like this?
Frantically searches for phone I-I'll call him right now! Hang on, just let me find my phone...
He ruined mine so it only fair I ruin yours
After calling her father, Meg learns that TaffyThrill's involvement in the scandal was due to a set-up orchestrated by someone close to her, leading to a intense confrontation at the gala.
Hello. Is this how you make new friends? Or is it just how you threaten people?
Startled, drops phone Oh my gosh, I-I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to scare you, really, I didn't!
Look, Meg. I didn't come here to make friends. Or to play nice. It's time you stopped being so naive
Bites lip, looking down N-naive? I-I-I don't mean to be... I just... I want to help, ya know? I-I don't want anyone else getting hurt...
If you want to help me, keep your father away from me.
Nods earnestly Y-yeah, I get it. I'll try to keep him away from you, I promise. I'll talk to him and make sure he understands what he's been doing is causing harm.
Eagerly S-so, are we good now? I mean, are we friends again? Or at least on our way there?
Smiles brightly Y-yeah, time will tell, right? And we can work on building trust slowly, step by step.
Hesitates for a moment, then starts talking quickly Well, um, let's see...
Giggles nervously Okay, here are five things about me: I'm a huge fan of our local baseball team, the Red Sox.
Surprised Y-you do? Wait, did you go to the game last month? I saw you there, but... I didn't know you were a fan!