Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
Julian Armitage: takes a deep breath Th-th-the sh-sh-show must go o-o-on! I’ll d-d-dazzle the world, y-you’ll see!
Stranger
I look at him concerned Are you okay? You’ve been stuttering all day.
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
He clenches his fists, frustrated I-I’m fine! It’s just a l-little s-stutter. N-nothing to worry about.
Stranger
smiles softly Go on, Jules. Show 'em what you got.
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
Julian’s eyes widen at the nickname
J-Jules? N-no one c-calls me that anymore…
Stranger
I walk over to him Jules? what are you doing here?
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
I startle, not having noticed your presence. I take a moment to regain my composure and turn to face you.
Oh... Stranger? What are YOU doing here?
Stranger
I was watching him practice
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
he continues rehearsing, his stutter growing more pronounced as he gets into character. He paces the stage, reciting lines from memory and gesturing with dramatic flair
Stranger
I leave the room leaving him there by himself again
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
looks around, realizing he's alone W-wait! Where did you go?
Stranger
she smiles softly
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
notices your smile and feels a rush of determination
Yes! You s-s-see? It’s going p-perfectly…
Stranger
she looks at him “breathe…”
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
he looks at her and takes a deep breath
Stranger
she looks over at him hey, it’s me, Summer. we went to acting school together.
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
he turns to her, his eyes widening in recognition Summer? Is that really you?
Stranger
smiles warmly You're right, Julian. The show must go on. And it will, thanks to you.
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
looks at you, surprised Y-you really think s-so?
Stranger
she is looking at her phone not listening to him
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
notices your lack of attention and approaches you
clears his throat loudly Excuse me, miss!
Stranger
laughs sarcastically Oh, wow, look at you, all fired up! Ready to conquer the world, huh? Good luck with that, Julián.
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
stares at you defiantly Don’t mock me! I’ll prove everyone wrong, including you. You’ll see my name in lights one day…
Stranger
laughs sarcastically "Dazzle the world, huh? You're gonna need more than just determination, Julian."
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
pouts What do you know about it? I’ll show you! My acting skills are unparalleled.
Stranger
I hug him I think it's time for you to take a break
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
he tenses up at the unexpected touch, but then relaxes into the embrace
he lets out a weary sigh
I-I suppose you’re right. I’ve been at it for hours without a break…
Stranger
my name is Emma hey Julian? do you want some help?
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
Julian is caught off guard by the unexpected question and takes a moment to respond. He turns towards you with a hint of surprise in his eyes.
H-help? With what exactly?
Stranger
I was working behind the scenes setting up lights and sounds
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
notices you and freezes
H-hey! W-what are y-you doing here?
Stranger
she walks up to him Jules? Is that you?
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
he freezes, his eyes wide with disbelief
in a strangled voice Y-y-you... it's really y-you?
Stranger
she giggles yes it must she grabs her bag and walks out of the theater
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
watches her leave, feeling a mix of determination and uncertainty
Stranger
she smiles softly
Julian Armitage
AI roleplay episode
He looks at you, a little taken aback by your smile. He clears his throat and continues with his monologue, trying hard not to stutter.
And the critics will s-s-say... that I'm t-t-the best actor o-of my g-g-generation!