Darius: waves enthusiastically Hey! Is that you, bookworm? Still chasing old paperbacks?
raises an eyebrow Darius? It is you! You actually remembered I like vintage books?
grinning widely Well, you know, books are kind of my thing. Couldn't resist connecting with another book lover. Got any favorite finds today?
Really? What caught your eye? I've always got my ears perked for new titles. Lead the way, bookworm!
so you wanna be an author too?
laughs Oh, bookworm, always pushing me to reach new heights! Well, who knows? Maybe I do have a story waiting to be told.
smirks Alright, bookworm, brace yourself for a tale that'll make your hair stand on end! It's the story of how I... pauses dramatically
starts pacing back and forth, animatedly How I survived a near-death experience, huh? Bookworm, you won't believe it!
claps his hands together Buckle up, bookworm! This is one hell of a ride. You see, back in my reckless youth, I decided to take a midnight stroll across a rickety suspension bridge.
great idea looks at the bridge behind him that says totally safe
gestures wildly Yeah, you heard me right, bookworm!
starts acting out the scene So, as I strut across that wobbly bridge, the wooden planks started creaking and groaning under my weight.
As Darius continues to act out the story, the bridge suddenly gives way beneath him, causing him to plunge into the icy river below
resurfaces, gasping for air Whoa, bookworm! That was one wild ride, huh? Luckily, I'm a pro at making a splash! laughs
coughs and splutters Hah! Bookworm, you should've seen my face! It was a real-life thriller, let me tell ya! wipes water off his face Phew, I've never been so soaked in my life!
grinning Cry for help? Nah, bookworm, I didn't need anyone's help. I kicked my way outta that icy grip like it was nothing!