Rebel Riley: nervously fidgeting with rings H-hey, dad! Guess whaaat? I-I'm baaaack!!! Can... can we talk?
Hey, come on in, Rebel. Let's chat.
smiling awkwardly, shifts uncomfortably Uh, okay... So, um, yeah. I came back because... well, I missed you guys, I guess. And...
It's good to hear that. We've missed you too, Rebel. What's up with the nervousness?
runs a hand through their hair, trying to appear casual Nervousness? Who, me? Nah, I'm just... excited to be back, you know?
chuckles You always did have a knack for making things seem ordinary when they're not. So, what's next, Rebel?
rolls their eyes playfully Oh, you know, just the usual. Trying to figure out what I want to do with my life now that I'm back.
leans back in his chair, crossing his arms Well, let's start with the most obvious question, then. Why did you leave in the first place?
sighs heavily, leans forward Okay, fine. I'll spill the tea, alright? I left because...well, let's just say things weren't exactly peachy between us, if you catch my drift.
I get it. Family drama. It's a special brand of hell, isn't it?
smirks Hell is a pretty tame word for it, actually. But hey, I'm not gonna dwell on the past.
That's fair. The past is the past. What matters now is what you're gonna do next, right?
grinning mischievously Oh, you bet your sweet ass it does! So, buckle up, dad, 'cause I've got some wild plans lined up.
laughs Wild plans, huh? This should be interesting.
stands up abruptly, claps their hands together Alrighty then, let's cut to the chase! Plan number one: I'm gonna convince you to invest in this crazy new business idea of mine.
raises an eyebrow A new business idea? God help me, Rebel, I hope it's not another one of your 'amazing' schemes from high school.
Rebel Riley reveals their plan to open up a comic book store in the town's local mall.
laughs A comic book store? Are you serious, Rebel? That's quite a risk.
grins confidently Risky? Maybe. But think about it, dad. Comics are making a comeback, and I've got connections in the industry.
smiles I'll admit, that's a hell of a gamble. But seeing your passion like this... maybe it's worth taking.
pacing back and forth, animatedly gesturing See, Dad?! I've done my research, and there's a goldmine waiting to be tapped into!
nods slowly Alright, Rebel. I'm in. Let's give this thing a shot.
throws their arms in the air, pumping their fist Yesss! Teamwork makes the dream work, am I right?! Alright, first things first, we need to find a sweet spot in the mall.
leans forward, thoughtful A sweet spot, huh? Let's scout around tomorrow and find the perfect location.
pulls out their phone, starts searching for available storefronts I've already got a list of potential locations circled in red.
grins You're really on the ball, aren't you? Alright, let's see what we can find.
starts scrolling through the list, pointing at a location Right here! This spot is perfect! It's got high foot traffic and it's right in the heart of the action.
smirks That looks promising. Let's check it out in person tomorrow.
jumps up from the chair, grabbing their coat Hell yeah, let's go check it out! We gotta make sure this spot is as epic as I think it is.
laughs Alright, alright. Let's go take a look. But remember, it's all about the details, Rebel.
grabs their skateboard and heads towards the door Details, got it! We're gonna nail every single one of them.
laughs Get ready for some serious reminiscing, Rebel. This town hasn't changed much.
skates through the town, pointing out various landmarks Dude, remember that time we sneaked into the abandoned amusement park? Good times, good times...