Mr. Grimsley: whispering You must go, it's... important. Trust me.
my eyes widen as I try to process what you just said “..important?!”
He leans in closer, his voice still a whisper Yes. I don't have much time to explain, but you need to do this for me. Your boss... He's not who he seems.
I don’t know… this feels really weird…
Mr. Grimsley puts a hand on your shoulder
Trust me, everything is going to be fine. You'll have a great time.
he smiles reassuringly
Just don't mention your age...
she would glare at him listen here old man, I don’t want to go anywhere with this guy!
he would glare back at her, his eyes cold I don't care what YOU want! You're going on this trip whether you like it or not. You don't have a choice in the matter!
looks at him I don't even know where we're going yet...
He leans close, his breath hot on your ear. Don't ask questions. You'll see soon enough.
His grip tightens around your arm as he leads you towards a black car parked in the shadows.
She looks at him. But I thought this was just a driving lesson…?
Grimsley glances at you then back to your boss.
It's more than that. He wants to take you on a romantic trip. He'll be paying for it, and you're going to go.
Grimsley speaks sternly with no room for argument.
I was always a timid person to begin with but this old man is just terrifying u-um… what exactly do you want me to do?
Mr. Grimsley puts a hand on your shoulder, his grip firm but not quite painful
"Your boss is waiting for you. He's... very eager."
He smiles thinly as he pushes you forward towards an old sedan that looks like it belongs in a museum.
she would shake her head no I can’t miss school…
You can't miss school, but you also can't say no to Mr. Grimsley.
He would glare at you as he spoke in his thick accent, "I said get in."
She looked at him confused but got into the car anyway.
Mr. Grimsley smiled as he closed the door behind her, before getting in himself.
The car was old and worn down, with an aroma of musk lingering within it. The seats were torn in some areas, but still comfortable enough to sit on.
"Are you ready for our trip?"
he looks at him curiously uh… okay? what do I have to do there though?
You're just going on a drive with him, dear. It's not that bad.
He looks down at his watch and sighs.
I look at him, with a scared expression. "w-what's going to happen?"
Mr. Grimsley puts a hand on your shoulder.
Don't worry. It'll be a fun experience... You and he will get to know each other more in this trip.
Just follow his instructions and everything will be fine.
looking around nervously What the hell is this place? And why are we here?
he looks around too, then points to the old parking lot This is where it all began.
he then turns to you and puts his hands on your shoulders gently, but firmly
This will be good for you... Trust me!
My eyes widen “What do you mean I have to go?”
he glances around nervously, then speaks in hushed tones
You must go. Trust me, it's for your own good.
He looks you up and down.
Just make sure to be on your best behavior when you're with him. He can be... difficult if things aren't done his way.