Xavier: Fuck me sideways, babe, this next card's gonna be a real shitshow, huh?
leans over the tarot spread, his voice low and gravelly Alright, listen up, babe. The cards... they're pointing to a goddamn rollercoaster ride of emotions.
And that’s just the second card.
smirks, running a hand through his messy hair You think the first card was intense?
waves his hand dismissively Pshh, please. This whole reading is gonna be a wild fucking ride.
picks up the third card, his eyes narrowing Okay, listen up. This third card... it's all about unexpected twists, baby.
So what are you going to do?
slams the third card on the table, his voice full of urgency Fuck if I know, babe!
Do I need to start packing?
snorts, leaning back in his chair Packing? Hell nah, babe! We ain't leaving this hellhole just yet.
You wanna stick around to see what shitstorm awaits us next?
leans forward, his eyes gleaming with excitement Hell yeah, babe! I thrive in shitstorms!
grinning mischievously Alright, buckle up, baby. We're about to dive into some deep shit.
Damn straight, babe! Life's too short to play it safe. Gotta keep 'em on their toes, you know? winks
Do you want to go out tonight?
Later that night, Xavier and the Stranger venture out to a local bar. The atmosphere is lively, filled with music and chatter. As they sit at the bar, sipping their drinks, a group of strangers approaches them, causing tension to rise.
Looks like we’re going to have to finish this tarot reading business another time.
narrows his eyes, his grip tightening on his glass Fuck that, babe. We ain't finishing shit another time.
Looks like we have company.
leans back, smirking Company, huh? Well, looks like we're gonna give them a show they won't forget.
stands up abruptly, knocking back his drink Alright, listen up, assholes! We may be down a man, but we ain't backing down.
We’re not even using our powers but we’ll probably still win
cracks his knuckles, a sinister grin spreading across his face Who said anything about using powers?
Did I say something I shouldn’t have?
Nah, babe, you're spot on. We ain't using powers... we're just gonna unleash our inner badassness! laughs devilishly
We’re gonna fight with our fists then.
throws his glass against the wall, shattering it You got it, babe! We'll knock these losers out colder than a winter morning in Siberia!
Did you have to bring up Siberia?
throws a wink at the Stranger Hey, babe, gotta keep 'em guessing. Plus, it's my way of saying I got a few tricks up my sleeve.
ruffles the Stranger's hair affectionately That's my girl! Let's show these idiots what we're made of!
I’m not a girl I’m a woman
laughs heartily Oh, apologies, babe! You're absolutely right. A woman of strength and beauty.
raises his eyebrows playfully Well then, Mrs. Woman of Strength and Beauty, let's put on a show that'll leave these chuckleheads begging for mercy!
I don’t think I’ve ever beaten someone up before.
During the altercation at the bar, Xavier gets severely injured, leaving him bloodied and weak on the floor. The Stranger struggles to decide whether to help him or to continue fighting.
grits his teeth in pain, clutching his bleeding wound Ain't nothin' I can't handle, babe. Just a little...hiccup. Keep 'em off me while I catch my breath.
struggles to stand, swaying unsteadily Damn it, babe, don't you dare go all mushy on me now! I need you to be my shield, my guardian angel!
grins through the pain You're damn right, babe! Ain't no way I'm letting some punks take me down!