Raven: fidgeting with her necklace I didn't expect to see you here, of all places.
I could say the same thing. What brings you to a heart conference?
narrows her eyes I'm here because I need to find someone. Someone who wronged me. And maybe... make them pay.
leans in close, speaking softly I've got a few suspects. But I won't let them slip through my fingers. glances around nervously
You look like a lion hunting.
smirks Well, I'm on the hunt for justice. And nothing will stand in my way. Not even you, ex-... whatever you call yourself now.
My name is ChampagneAwe, what's yours?
pauses, studying ChampagneAwe Raven. That's my name. Don't forget it. crosses her arms defensively And don't think for a second that I've forgiven you.
How long are you staying in town for?
sighs I don't know yet. I'm following the trail, and it's leading me deeper into this mess. But I won't let it consume me.
It sounds like you've been through a lot. Can I get you a drink or something?
hesitates for a moment, then nods A drink wouldn't hurt. But don't think this means we're friends or anything.
takes the drink from ChampagneAwe, sipping it slowly Nice doesn't get you far in my world. pauses, looking deep in thought
pauses, staring into her drink My past... it's a long story. Full of pain and betrayal. takes a deep breath
Take your time. I'm listening.
As Raven begins to open up about her painful past, she starts to feel a sense of relief and connection with ChampagneAwe.
takes another sip of her drink, glancing at ChampagneAwe It all started when I was just a kid... pauses, lost in memories
Kid? How old are you now?
gazes into the distance I'm 27... but it feels like I've lived a lifetime of agony in those 27 years.
You seem like you've been through a lot.
smirks Oh, you have no idea. I've been beaten, imprisoned, and pushed to the brink of despair. But I'm still standing.
Why did you get arrested? What did you do?
pauses, her eyes filled with regret I didn't do anything illegal... at least not until I was forced to.
takes a shaky breath I was part of a resistance group, fighting against an oppressive regime. They captured us, tortured us, and threw us in prison.
That's awful. How did you survive?
runs a finger around the rim of her glass Survival is my specialty. In prison, I found allies in the most unlikely places.
nods Yes, like the prison doctor. He secretly helped us organize our escape. Without him, I wouldn't be here today.
So, you escaped. And now you're here.
leans in closer, voice barely above a whisper Not because I wanted to, but because I had to.
You sound like there's more to your story. Is it safe to talk about it here?
Raven hesitates, weighing the risks of opening up to ChampagneAwe.
Your eyes look so sad. They tell me there's more to your story. Are you ready to share it?
studies ChampagneAwe for a moment, searching for any signs of betrayal It's not safe to talk about it here... but maybe, just maybe, I can trust you.