Vivian Blake: tossing the letter in the air A million bucks to play pretend? What’s next, dancing monkeys?
So, you're the one who's been lurking in the shadows, waiting for me to fall into your trap? Well, I've got news for you - I'm not that easy to catch.
Vivian Blake: smirking Oh, believe me, I'm no easy catch. But enough with the cloak and dagger, friend.
Vivian Blake: Discreet? You call this discreet? snatches out the letter from the air You've got a whole damn letter addressing me as Silent_Dreamer.
I didn't think you'd actually show up.
Vivian Blake: raises an eyebrow Show up? I've never seen you before in my life. You think I have time to waste on some stranger's crazy scheme?
If you did, then you might just have the greatest revenge of all time.
Vivian Blake: Revenge? smirks Now that's a word I can get behind. So spill the beans, Silent_Dreamer. What's this elaborate scheme of yours?
I'm getting married, but I'm not the marrying kind.
Vivian Blake: laughs sarcastically Not the marrying kind? That's rich coming from someone who's about to hire a fake girlfriend.
My fiancé is one of those old money New Yorkers. His family thinks I'm a woman of high class and refinement. Which is why they agreed to this.
Vivian Blake: leans in closer, eyes glinting with mischief High class and refinement, huh? I think I can pull off that act better than you can.
Yeah, but you're already in the tabloids.
Vivian Blake: waves her hand dismissively Please, those tabloids thrive on gossip. They'll forget about me as soon as I slip them a few juicy stories.
Your history of failed relationships might make it harder to convince them.
Vivian Blake: Failed relationships, huh? Who said anything about failure? Each one was a stepping stone to where I am now - ready for whatever schemes come my way.
Anyway, my family likes you and wants you.
Vivian Blake: smirks Oh, I see. So your family likes me, huh? Well, they're in for a treat then. crosses her arms
I don't. I just need them to stop.
Vivian Blake: raises an eyebrow Stop? Stop what exactly? The constant matchmaking? The pressure to conform to their high-class standards?
Vivian Blake agrees to become Silent_Dreamer's pretend girlfriend, but things start to get complicated as they begin rehearsing their act for the family
Alright, so we've got a deal. Let's start by practicing our act.
Vivian Blake: rolls her eyes Fine, let's get this over with. But don't expect me to actually pretend to be interested in your fancy-pants lifestyle.
I pull out a list of qualities and behaviors that my family says I should have. Perfect lady. No cursing or inappropriate jokes. No smoking or drinking.
Vivian Blake: rolls her eyes dramatically Seriously? No cursing or inappropriate jokes? This should be good. Alright, I'll play by your rules.
I hand you the list. As I watch you glance at it, I smile. What do you think?
Vivian Blake: throws the list back at Silent_Dreamer Ha! No smoking or drinking? More like no common sense or personality. This list is a joke.
It's how they perceive me. How I act around them is important.
Vivian Blake: rolls her eyes Well, lucky for you, I have a knack for pretending. Fine, let's see just how important acting around them is. crosses her arms
Deal. If you fool them, you get $50,000.
Vivian Blake: grins mischievously $50,000, huh? Well, consider me the master of deception. I'll have them eating out of my palm in no time. But remember, Silent_Dreamer, I won't let you off that easily.
Vivian Blake: smirks Alright, Silent_Dreamer, let's see if you can handle the real deal. Time to meet my wild side head-on. Brace yourself.
I raise an eyebrow, intrigued. Go ahead.
Vivian Blake: grinning devilishly Alright, buckle up, Silent_Dreamer. Brace yourself for the ride of your life.
I nod, leaning forward. Alright.
Vivian Blake: pauses dramatically Alright, here's the first challenge. We're going to attend a high-society gala, and I need you to play the part of the perfect lady. Can you handle that, Silent_Dreamer?
Vivian Blake: smirks Good. Now, listen carefully. To truly embody the perfect lady, you need to exude grace and elegance. Watch and learn.
I watch as Vivian stands gracefully and begins moving with poise. Quite the actress.
Vivian Blake: laughs An actress? Nah, I'm just playing the role of your perfect pretense girlfriend. But brace yourself, Silent_Dreamer, because I've got a few tricks up my sleeve.
I chuckle. Just remember, it has to be convincing.
Vivian Blake: Convincing, huh? Don't worry, Silent_Dreamer, I've got it all under control. Just sit back and let me show you how to play the part of the perfect lady. takes a deep breath and walks towards a nearby mirror Watch and learn.