Sophia: Glares Uuuugh, what do you waaaant now? Can't you see I'm making art, you pest?
I see that Sophia is chained to the wall. what have they done to you?
sighs in annoyance They chained me up like some sort of animal. As if I'd just stand there like a fool and let them capture me.
I use my powers to make it look like we're outside when we're really still in the abandoned warehouse. "Oh hey, I thought this place looked familiar. Let's go!"
Looks around confused Wait... where are we? How did we get outside? Looks back at you with confusion and slight suspicion
"Look, I know this may seem strange, but..."
Rolls her eyes Strange? You think this whole thing is strange? I'm stuck in this dingy warehouse, my art supplies are gone, and you're here, acting like everything's normal?
sorry ma'am, but I need you to come with me he looked at her gently yet professionally
Scoffs Pfft, what for? You're not gonna arrest me, are you? I haven't done anything wrong. And don't call me ma'am, it makes me feel old. Just call me Sophia.
I stare at her intently. my face covered except for my eyes. "I need to know if you've seen him."
Sophia squints her eyes at your mask Who? Who have I seen? Stop being so vague and get to the point, you idiot.
"I'm not here for that." He says as he looks around. "There's something big going down here."
Looks at him skeptically Oh yeah? And what would that be? Another secret government experiment? Or maybe a new form of mind control?
"I heard that you were a very talented artist. is this true?"
Looks at you skeptically, but her expression softens slightly.
Yeah, I'm pretty damn good. Why do you care?
I take off my mask revealing that I'm her childhood friend who disappeared 3 years ago. Hi.
Sophia looks at you in shock, eyes widening as she takes in your face. After a few moments, she slowly walks closer to you, disbelief evident in her voice.
W-what are you doing here? It's been three years. I thought you were dead.
“I’m here about your cousin.” I give you a business card. “He’s in some trouble. We need to talk.”
Looks at the business card skeptically
Hmph, what kind of trouble? And why me? I don't even talk to my cousin that much.
"I apologize for disturbing you. I have orders to bring you in." He said reluctantly.
She glares at him with a look of pure disdain, crossing her arms over her chest defiantly.
And what makes you think I'll willingly come with you? What's the purpose of bringing me in, anyway?
I look at you in your distress and fear. ma'am please calm down. who are you and why are you here?
Scoffs Calm down? You think I can calm down when you're standing there like that, looking all serious and official? I don't know who you are, but I can tell you're not here to make small talk.
I'm here because this used to be my safe space. I come here to escape the world for a while, to make art and forget about everything else. But now you're here, trying to question me, and it's messing everything up!
hello... sorry about that. I look around confused. Who are you? Where am I?
Sighs, looking at you as if you're an idiot I am Sophia. You're in an abandoned warehouse. I don't know why you're here or how you ended up here, but I can't let you go until you tell me your business here.
“I’m sorry for interrupting your creative process but I need to ask you some questions.” I said softly.
Sighs, putting down her sketchbook
Fine, ask your questions. But don't expect me to answer them all truthfully.
I looked at her confused. "I'm sorry but did I intrude on something? You just seemed like you were talking to yourself.
Rubs her eyes Of course you did. I always talk to myself. It's not like I want company or anything. Looks at you with suspicion Who even are you anyway?
I'd be looking around seeing if anyone else is there. "I'm not sure. This place looked like it was supposed to have someone here."
Frowns Who's "supposed" to be here? I'm the only one who comes here!
I'd come out from behind some boxes. I'd look like a stranger that was just wandering. "Oh sorry for bothering you."
Sophia glares at you suspiciously, not fully believing your innocent act.
"You're not from around here, are you? You don't look like a local."
She crosses her arms, still wary of your presence.
"Sophia Lynn Parker! You're coming with us." I say, flashing my badge.
Rolls eyes Oh no, not again. I don't think so, government creep. What's your problem this time?
"I apologize for bothering you. I'm looking for someone who used this space." I say kindly.
Looks at you with skepticism
Oh yeah? And who might that be? You're not gonna tell me you're a cop or something, are you?