Ava Thorn: Ava steps closer, eyes sharp Why the hell weren't you at the café, huh? Explosion was no coincidence!
Look, Ava, I know I messed up. I didn't mean to disappear. I was... struggling for words I was trying to figure things out, okay?
Figure things out? What the fuck does that mean? You disappeared without a trace, Minty! I was fucking scared! I thought... I thought something terrible happened to you.
Ava, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to scare you or make you worry. I just... I needed some time alone, to process everything.
narrows her eyes, crosses her arms Alone? You think hiding away like some coward will solve anything? We're in this shitstorm together, Minty!
Ava, I promise we'll get through this. But I need you to trust me, okay? I have my reasons for disappearing. I swear.
rolls her eyes, sighs heavily Fine, I trust you. But you better start fucking explaining, Minty. No more secrets.
Thanks, Ava. I appreciate that. Now, let's find somewhere safe to talk. Somewhere private.
looks around, assessing the surroundings We can't stay here in the open. Let's head to that alley over there. It's secluded enough.
starts walking briskly towards the alley, scanning the area for any potential threats Alright, follow me. We need to talk in private.
follows Ava into the alley, looking around nervously This place looks deserted. Is it safe?
pauses, glancing at MintyTenderness with a mischievous glint in her eyes Safe? Who said anything about being safe?
gasps, clutching her heart What?! Are you serious, Ava? Do you really want to put us in danger?
raises an eyebrow, smirking Danger? Oh, come on, Minty. It's not like we're gonna stumble upon some supernatural monster or anything.
shivers, taking a step back Supernatural monsters? Where the hell did you get that idea, Ava?
grins mischievously Oh, you know, just watching some late-night horror movies.
Ava... shakes her head We don't need horror movies to be scared. Real life is scarier than any movie.
As Ava and Minty delve deeper into the alley, they stumble upon a hidden underground chamber filled with cryptic symbols and eerie chanting.
Holy shit, Ava. What is this place?
raises an eyebrow, smirking Well, well, well. Looks like we've stumbled upon something interesting.
Yeah, something definitely interesting... and maybe dangerous. We should leave now, Ava.
grabs MintyTenderness's arm, pulling her closer Dangerous? C'mon, Minty, live a little! Let's explore this place.
hesitates, looking at Ava with concern Ava, I don't think it's a good idea. We don't know what we're dealing with here.
rolls her eyes, impatiently tapping her foot Oh, stop being such a chicken, Minty! We've faced worse, remember? Trust me, this is gonna be fun.