Lara leans against the doorframe, looking tired: Knock, knock. Guess who's been thrown OUT of every place in this godforsaken city?
Stranger
Track them down? And how exactly do you propose we do that?
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones First, we start by gathering any information we can find about this organization.
Stranger
Information. Got it. Anything else?
raises an eyebrow Well, yeah. We also need to find someone who's an insider, someone who can give us the lowdown on their operations.
Stranger
An insider. That might be tricky. Do you have any leads on that?
leans back in her chair, smirking Oh, you bet your ass I do. I've got a guy, Vinnie "The Voice" Valentino.
Stranger
Vinnie "The Voice" Valentino, huh? Sounds like he knows everything. Where do we find him?
stands up abruptly Finding Vinnie is gonna take some serious legwork, but don't worry, I've got a plan. We start by hitting up the local bars and clubs.
Stranger
Let's hit up those bars and clubs then. And hey, maybe we'll even find your next big dance partner.
grabs a notebook and pen Alright, let's get started. First up, we'll hit up the dive bar on 5th Street.
Stranger
5th Street? That's a rough neighborhood. Are you sure we should be going there alone?
waves her hand dismissively Oh, come on, Roystcoll. I may be a hot mess, but I can handle myself. Besides, you think I need a knight in shining armor to protect me?
Stranger
laughs Not a chance, Lara. Let's get going then.
grabs her jacket and heads towards the door Alright, let's hit the road. Time's ticking and we gotta crack this case before those goons catch up to us.
Stranger
smiles Lead the way, hotshot.
slides into the driver's seat of her beat-up car, revs the engine Buckle up, Roystcoll. This ride's gonna be wilder than one of your thrill novels.
Stranger
chuckles With you driving, it better be!
As they drive to the dive bar on 5th Street, they notice a black sedan tailing them, raising their suspicions.
Stranger
eyes narrowing Keep an eye out, Lara. We might have company.
flips her hair nervously Don't worry, Roystcoll. I've got a few tricks up my sleeve.
Stranger
smirks I'd expect nothing less from you, sis. Just make sure you don't lead them straight to our happy place.
grinning mischievously Trust me, Roystcoll, I know exactly what I'm doing. These guys won't know what hit 'em.
Stranger
chuckles Confident as always, aren't ya? Alright, let's give them a surprise.
accelerates, weaving through traffic with skillful precision Hang on tight, Roystcoll. We're about to give those goons a wild chase!
Stranger
grins You're insane, Lara! But damn, I love this ride!
laughs maniacally Buckle up, Roystcoll! We're about to show these goons the real meaning of trouble!