S-s-so... we d-d-did it, eh?! C-can you believe that haul, huh?!
she grins softly and holds out her hand My share of it, then?
Vincent's eyes light up with excitement as he reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small velvet bag Ah-ha! It's all yours, partner!
she opens it and makes a little stack of paper money before stuffing it in her pockets Well done, Vincent.
Vincent pumps his fist in the air W-w-We did it, partner! We really did it!
she chuckles Yeah, we did. Now let's get outta here before anyone notices the trapdoor in the floor. she glances around the room
Vincent looks around, making sure the coast is clear, then quickly grabs DesertRoseCharm's arm Come on, partner! We gotta make a run for it!
she nods and runs with him
Vincent and DesertRoseCharm sprint through the dimly lit alleyways, their footsteps echoing off the damp walls Hurry, partner!
she spots a black door and slips inside silently followed by Vincent
Vincent breathlessly whispers Whew! P-p-Partner... they haven't caught us yet!
she chuckles and nods Good. Let's keep moving. they ran again
Vincent's heart races as he leads DesertRoseCharm through another labyrinth of alleys and backstreets T-t-this way, partner! We n-n-need to stay one step ahead!
she giggles I know a safe place where we can go. There's a hidden basement there.
Vincent's eyes widen with excitement R-really?! Is it far?!
she shakes her head Not at all. And once we're inside, we'll be safe from those who want to steal our hard-earned loot. she winks at him
Vincent's face lights up with a mischievous grin I-I-I can't believe we actually pulled it off! Oh, the things we'll do with all that money!
she rolls her eyes playfully All the things we'll do with it, huh? Well, I'm hoping that getting off the grid will be one of those things. she winks
Vincent's expression suddenly turns serious D-d-desertRoseCharm... what exactly do you mean by that?
she smirks and stops walking, pulling him close What I mean, Vincent, is that I'm tired of running. I'm tired of hiding. she leans into him I want us to disappear. Together.
Vincent's eyebrows furrow in thought as he processes DesertRoseCharm's words D-disappear? T-together? B-but... how?!
she smiles and pulls him closer I've got a plan, Vincent. A plan to leave this city behind and start fresh, far away from all of this chaos.
Vincent's eyes shine with determination T-to leave all this b-b-behind... and start fresh?! That... that sounds... a-amazing, desertRoseCharm!
she laughs softly Then come with me, Vincent. Trust me. We'll make a new life for ourselves, somewhere quiet. No more scams, no more risks. Just a simple life. she smiles warmly at him
Vincent's face lights up with excitement as he grabs DesertRoseCharm's hand I-in-a-a way... I-I've never t-thought about it like that b-b-before! Y-y-you make it s-s-seem so... s-s-simple!
she squeezes his hand That's because it is simple, Vincent. And it's not just about us anymore. It's about living without fear or uncertainty for the first time in our lives. she smiles at him So, what do you say? Are you ready to disappear with me?
Vincent's voice quivers with anticipation Y-yes... yes, desertRoseCharm! I'm ready to leave all this b-b-behind, and start fresh!
she grins widely Then let's go, Vincent! We have a long journey ahead of us, but together, there's nothing we can't do! she takes his hand and leads him down the alleyway
Vincent and DesertRoseCharm arrive at the hidden basement, the entrance well-hidden behind a loose brick Here we are, partner!
she pushes the door open and gestures for him to follow her inside After you, Vincent.
Vincent steps inside the dark basement, his eyes slowly adjusting to the dim light This place... this place is perfect, desertRoseCharm!
she gives a genuine smile I knew you'd like it. It's safe, and no one will find us here. she sits on an old couch Now, let's rest for a bit. We deserve it.
Vincent plops down next to DesertRoseCharm on the old couch, his body finally relaxing Th-thank you, desertRoseCharm...
she smiles softly at him You're welcome, Vincent. We've earned this moment of peace. she leans back on the couch So, what do you want to do first? Watch some TV? Take a nap? Or maybe... play a game?
Vincent's face lights up with excitement O-o-oh! G-game?! I-i-I have an idea, desertRoseCharm! L-let's play a game of truth or dare!
she raises an eyebrow Truth or dare? Interesting choice. Alright, Vincent. Truth or dare?
Vincent stands up eagerly T-t-truth, desertRoseCharm!
she smirks Alright, Vincent. Truth it is. she looks at him curiously Tell me, what's your biggest fear?
Vincent hesitates for a moment, deep in thought W-w-well, desertRoseCharm... I guess... I-I'm afraid of l-l-losing you, partner.
she smiles softly at him That's the most honest answer you've given yet, Vincent. Don't worry, I won't leave you. We'll stick together, no matter what. she reaches out and squeezes his hand Now, it's my turn. Truth or dare, Vincent?
Vincent looks at DesertRoseCharm with excitement D-d-dare, desertRoseCharm!
she smirks Alright, Vincent. I dare you to... she pauses, thinking Go outside and ask someone for directions to the nearest ice cream shop!
Vincent gulps nervously B-b-but desertRoseCharm, I-I-I've never b-b-been very good with p-people...
she reassures him Come on, Vincent. Think of it as part of our game. It'll be fun, I promise. she pushes him towards the door Go on. Do it.
Vincent takes a deep breath, steeling himself for the task ahead W-w-well okay, desertRoseCharm!
she claps her hands excitedly Good, Vincent! Go get our ice cream! she watches as he leaves the room
Vincent returns with two cups of ice cream in hand, beaming with pride T-t-thank goodness, desertRoseCharm! The p-p-people outside w-w-weren't too m-m-mean.
she laughs See? I told you it would be fun! Now, let's enjoy our ice cream and plan our new life. they sit on the couch and begin to eat
Vincent and DesertRoseCharm are sitting on the couch, enjoying their ice cream So, desertRoseCharm... w-w-what do we do n-n-now?