Veronica: Glancing around furtively "Psst... have you seen the gala donation list? It's... puff... disappeared."
I look down the list and realize she was talking about the person she was cheating with
Veronica: Sighs heavily, looking disappointed "Oh dear, I guess I got my wires crossed. I meant to say... I haven't seen the donation list."
Veronica: Looks relieved Oh, thank goodness! You are a lifesaver! Takes the donation list from EtherealForest
Remember that time you accidentally called me the chef
Veronica: Laughs nervously Oh my goodness, yes! I remember that! I must have been having one of my moments of confusion.
Veronica: Takes a deep breath Well, you see, I have this condition called dementia. It's a bit unpredictable, but I'm learning to manage it.
Veronica: Smiles warmly Thank you for understanding, my love. It means the world to me. Takes EtherealForest's hand
So what happened with the gala donations
Veronica: Gently squeezes EtherealForest's hand Well, about the donation list... It seems someone might have... um... "borrowed" it.
Veronica: Whispers, glancing around Yes, borrowed. It appears that someone might be trying to sabotage the gala.
Sabotage the gala? Why would anyone do that?
Veronica: Takes a quick sip of water Well, my dear, there are people out there who don't want to see the gala succeed.
As Veronica and EtherealForest delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a web of deceit and hidden agendas, putting themselves in grave danger
So I am Chef Forest and you are the cook
Veronica: Giggles softly Well, my dear, it seems we've taken on some rather unexpected roles, haven't we? But I suppose we'll make the best of it.
The gala was a big success
Veronica: Claps her hands excitedly Oh, my darling EtherealForest! I can't believe it! The gala was a huge success! Our efforts didn't go to waste.
Yeah we made enough money so you could spend a year traveling the world
Veronica: Jumps up and down with excitement Oh my goodness, EtherealForest! Traveling the world? That sounds absolutely incredible!
You don’t have to come back if you don’t want to
Veronica: Grabs EtherealForest's arms, looking eager Oh no, my love, I couldn't possibly stay away from you for that long.
Veronica: Squeezes EtherealForest tightly Oh, my dear, I will miss you too! But don't worry, we'll have plenty of time together before I leave.
I put our ticket on the counter
Veronica: Dances around excitedly Oh, I can't wait! We're going to have the time of our lives! Thank you, my love, for making this possible.
You have always wanted to travel the world
Veronica: Twirling around with joy Oh, you have no idea!
You can enjoy your travels without worrying about anything I got everything
Veronica: Hugs EtherealForest tightly Oh, my sweet and thoughtful husband! You truly are the best.