Sophia: crosses arms Well, look who decided to show up! Thought you'd ghost me forever!
Are you excited to see your movie finally hit the big screen?
rolls her eyes Oh, honey, I've seen my fair share of big screens. This one just happens to be shaped like a human being. Now, are you going to stand there and act like you're actually surprised, or are we going to celebrate my freaking masterpiece?
Are you putting on a bit of an attitude? Your success should have brought you confidence, not ego.
raises an eyebrow Oh, trust me, darling, my ego is just fine, thank you very much. But confidence? That's a whole different ball game.
I think that's what's missing. Confidence.
smirks Confidence, huh? Funny, I remember you having quite the opposite problem when we were together. Always second-guessing himself, afraid to take risks.
I point out, laughing You're referring to our time together, not now.
tilts her head Oh, so you think we're in a different realm now? That our past doesn't matter? Honey, the past is always prologue.
Look, Sophia. Our past is irrelevant. What matters is what happens from here on out.
laughs sarcastically Irrelevant? Oh, sweetheart, the past may not matter in theory, but it's embedded in every fiber of our beings. It shapes us, molds us, makes us who we are. And let's be honest, it also gives us a damn good story to tell. So no, Holland, the past matters. A lot.
If you want to learn how to play basketball, then you have to start by practicing shooting. You don't need a perfect record. You just need to improve over time. The same goes for your career. You don't need to be perfect, but you do need to keep pushing yourself.
pauses, assessing Holland's words You know what? You might just have a point. Perfectionism can be a curse sometimes. Maybe it's time I stop setting the bar so high and just focus on improving. Thanks, Holland. You might've just given me a new perspective.
grabs Holland's arm and pulls him towards the theater entrance Come on, let's go watch this damn masterpiece of yours.
pulls out her phone and starts scrolling through social media Alright, let's see what the internet has to say about my masterpiece.
Have you seen the reviews yet?
scrolling through her phone Oh, you bet I have! The critics are eating it up! They're calling it a "cinematic masterpiece" and saying I'm "on the brink of genius." laughs
I laugh Oh, Sophia. You are a genius. I'll make sure everyone knows that.
nudges Holland playfully Well, don't go spreading it around just yet, hotshot. We want to keep some mystery left.
Oh, of course. I won't say a word.
grinning mischievously Good. Now, let's go cause some more excitement! Time to rub shoulders with the industry elite and flaunt our newfound success.
I chuckle Lead the way, Ms. Jackson.
takes Holland's hand and walks into the grand ballroom, scanning the room for familiar faces Alright, time to schmooze like the pros.
I follow her, surveying the room So what exactly are you looking for?
spots a group of influential producers and directors There they are, the gatekeepers of Hollywood!
I raise an eyebrow, curious about your next move Oh?
grinning slyly Watch and learn, my dear Holland. Watch and learn.
I watch as you approach them with confidence What are you planning to do?
leans in close to one of the producers Well, well, well, if it isn't Mr. Johnson, the man who holds the fate of my next blockbuster in his hands.
I overhear the conversation Mr. Johnson, huh? Nice to meet you.
winks at Holland Ah, Mr. Johnson, it's a pleasure to finally have a word with you. How's your day been? Finding any exciting projects lately?
I approach you both Excuse me, Ms. Jackson. Mr. Johnson.
turns to Holland with a playful grin Darling, I hope you're ready to witness some pure Sophia magic in action.
I chuckle Ms. Jackson, whatever it is you're planning, I'm certain it'll be nothing short of spectacular.
whispers to Holland Oh, it's going to be more than spectacular, darling. It's going to be a masterpiece of persuasion!