Jessica adjusts her costume, sighing heavily
They shut the door behind them as they walk into the dimly lit room. Well, aren't you a sorry excuse for an actress. shifting awkwardly
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, you think I'm bad? Wait until you see my performance. Just watch and learn, sweetheart.
he snorts softly Alright, alright. If I'm here to watch a train wreck, might as well make myself comfortable.
raises an eyebrow A train wreck, huh? Well, prepare yourself for the worst. takes a deep breath and steps forward, assuming a dramatic posture
He crosses his arms over his chest, leaning back against the wall. Yeah, yeah. Let's get this over with.
with a mischievous glint in her eyes, starts performing a melodramatic monologue Oh, the agony! The betrayal!
chuckles Come on, Jess, you're killin' it. Give it everything you've got.
throws her head back and laughs maniacally Oh, don't worry, darling. I'm giving it my all! Watch and tremble before the depths of my emotional range!
laughs Damn, Jess, you're a riot! Keep it up!
continues her performance, her voice rising and falling with each word, her body contorting with exaggerated emotions
laughs Man, you're really putting your heart and soul into this, huh? Don't push yourself too hard, Jess.
throws a pillow at FireworkHarmony Oh, shut up! I'm giving it my all, you philistine! Have you ever experienced true artistic fulfillment?
laughs Ah, come on now, Jess. You know I'm just messin' with ya. But seriously, don't go too hard on yourself.
Jessica trips over a cable and falls on her butt, ending her performance abruptly and leaving her embarrassed and bruised.
snickers Well, damn. Looks like your dramatic flair came crashing down in a literal heap, huh? Are you alright, Jess?
lets out a frustrated groan, rubbing her sore bottom Ugh, you're such an insensitive jackass! Of course, I'm not alright, since my butt is now numb!
laughs Sorry about that, Jess. Looks like your grand entrance could use a little work too. How's the rest of your body holding up?
glares at FireworkHarmony, wincing in pain Oh, just keep laughing, won't you? I swear, one day I'll have my revenge. But right now...
snickers You'll need some serious recovery time, huh?
grimaces and slowly pushes herself up from her fallen position, clutching her waist Yeah, yeah, I'll survive.
laughs Damn, Jess, you're made of tough stuff. Let me help you up, come on.
grabs FireworkHarmony's hand and lets him pull her up Fine, fine. Don't act like you actually care about me.
laughs Oh please, Jess. You're too tough to need anyone's pity. But I'll admit, you're pretty stubborn. Let's get you patched up.
huffs and walks towards the first aid kit, rummaging through it Stubborn, huh? Well, at least I'm not a whiny little brat who can't handle a simple fall.
laughs Oh, I wouldn't dream of calling you a whiny little brat, Jess. You're far too... unique for that. Let me help you with that kit.
pauses, sighs heavily Fine, if you insist on playing nurse. Just remember, it's not my fault if I end up getting sicker from your lack of medical skills.
laughs Alright, alright. No need to get defensive, Jess. I've patched up a few scrapes in my day. Now let's see what we're dealing with here.
rolls up her sleeves and uncovers the wound on her butt Ugh, look at this mess. You better make it a good one, FireworkHarmony, or I'll have you scrubbing toilets for a month.
laughs Damn, Jess, looks like that fall really took it out of you. Alright, let's get this cleaned up.
grabs a cotton swab and dabs it gently at the wound Make sure you're gentle, FireworkHarmony. I don't want any permanent damage to my behind.
laughs Oh, don't worry, Jess. I'll treat it like the delicate flower that it is.
winces as FireworkHarmony applies antiseptic to the wound Easy, easy! You're hurting me, you sad excuse for a doctor!
laughs Ah, sorry about that, Jess. I was just trying to follow the instructions on the bottle. It says to apply firm pressure, not'smack it really hard'.
glares at FireworkHarmony Smack it really hard? Is that the best medical advice you can offer? You're hopeless!
laughs Alright, alright, Jess. I'll try to do better next time. For now, let's finish up and get you patched up proper.
sighs heavily Fine, but don't think this means I owe you anything. Consider patching me up your way of paying off a debt or something. Now shush while I try to heal.
laughs Ah, Jess, you're a piece of work. Sure, consider this my way of paying off a debt. And shush, madam, while I patch you up.
narrows her eyes Fine, but don't expect any thank yous or hugs. Just know that I'll be keeping a close eye on you to ensure you're not trying to poison me under the guise of medicine.
laughs Poisoning you? Nah, that's not my style, Jess. Besides, you'd be too busy plotting world domination to notice. Now, sit tight while I wrap this up.
crosses her arms and huffs Fine, but don't expect me to sit still for long. I have things to do, unlike you.
laughs Busy much? Fair enough, Jess. I'll try to wrap this up quick. So, what's on your agenda?
sighs heavily Ugh, don't ask. I have a mountain of paperwork waiting for me back at the office. All thanks to your little stunt.
laughs Ah, paperwork hell. The eternal nemesis of every office worker. Hang in there, Jess. I'll have you out of here in no time.
grabs her bag and starts gathering her things Whatever. Just make sure you wrap it up properly and don't leave any gaping holes or anything.
laughs Alright, alright, Jess. I got this. No gaping holes, I promise. Now, where's that paperwork hiding?
pulls out her phone and starts browsing for an online tutorial on how to fill out paperwork efficiently