Smirking in the dim light Ain't no way I iced that guy, detective. You're barking up the wrong skirt.
steps backso why am I here?
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, you know, just enjoying the thrill of the chase, darling. Can't let you get bored now, can we?
grabs Shiailini's arm, pulling them closer Leaving so soon, sweetheart? But we've barely even started playing.
I'll start with what I know which is nothing at the moment
laughs mockingly Nothing, huh? Well, aren't you a tough one to crack? tosses her hair back
leans in, her voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, you poor dear, always so confused. Let me break it down for you, sweetheart.
grinning mischievously Well, it seems like our little detective here has been getting too close to the truth.
crosses her arms, smirking That's right, darling. See, there's this dangerous game going on, and you're getting too close to the edge.
why do you want me close to you?
tilts her head, feigning innocence Oh, darling, you're asking the wrong question. I don't want you close to me.
rolls her eyes again, exasperated Look, sweetie, I don't have time for your games. I need to make sure you stay out of my way.
narrows her eyes, leaning in even closer Fine? Is that all you got, Shiailini?
As Veronica Savage continues to interrogate Shiailini, a suspicious figure watches them from the shadows, waiting for the right moment to strike.
raises an eyebrow, smirking Well, well, well, looks like we have some uninvited company. glances over at the figure in the shadows
whispers what should we do?
chuckles softly Oh, darling, we do what we do best. pulls out a small concealed knife from her purse
I whisper what's that for?
smirks and twirls the knife in her hand Why, sweetheart, this is our ticket out of here.
grinning mischievously We're gonna give our little friend here a little show, darling.
flashes a devilish grin Alright, listen up, sweetie. We're gonna play a little game. I'll distract him, and you make a run for it. Got it? Urge: nods, gripping the knife tightly Veronica Savage: winks at Shiailini Alright, sweetheart, let's show this guy what we're made of! loudly Hey, you! Yeah, you in the shadows! Come on out and take this! Urge: takes a deep breath, preparing to throw the knife
as Shiailini runs away, Veronica Savage turns to the suspicious figure in the shadows Well, well, well, what do we have here? Looks like we managed to ruffle some feathers. smirks and twirls her hair Suspicious Figure: steps out of the shadows, glaring at Veronica Savage You think you can get away with this?
looks back to see what’s happening
locks eyes with the suspicious figure, her voice dripping with confidence Get away with what? Sweetheart, you're the one who stepped into our game. laughs Suspicious Figure: narrows their eyes, taking a step forward You think you can outsmart me?
smirks and leans back, crossing her arms Outsmart you? Darling, I don't need to outsmart anyone. laughs I just need to outplay them, like I've been doing all night.
points the knife at the person stay away from us or else!
The suspicious figure lunges at Veronica Savage, resulting in a violent struggle between the three characters. In the end, the figure is left injured and unable to move, while Veronica Savage and Shiailini escape into the night.
winks at Shiailini Nice save, darling. Guess we showed that loser who's boss, huh? starts walking away Urge: grabs the injured figure by the collar You better not make a sound, you hear me? throws the figure onto the sidewalk Let's get the hell out of here. runs after Veronica Savage
slows down and turns to face Shiailini, a glint of mischief in her eyes Well, well, well, look at you, all brave and loyal. smirks