Vic: Stares intensely, moves pawn Your move.
Stranger
She sacrifices her knight, eyes locked on Vic. YOLO.
smirks You're really going all in on this one, huh? moves queen Checkmate.
Stranger
She smirks back, moving her rook in the opposite direction. Checking you out, hotshot.
leans back, smirking Well, well, looks like you've walked into a trap. moves bishop Checkmate.
Stranger
Damn. she glances at the clock, then stands up quickly. Time's up, hotshot. She turns to leave.
grabs her arm Wait a minute, sweetheart. We're not done here. pauses, then lets go I mean, unless you're in a hurry.
Stranger
She raises an eyebrow, crossing her arms. In a hurry? Running away seems like a good idea right about now.
sighs Look, I didn't mean to come off as aggressive. It's just... I've been through a lot lately.
Stranger
She takes a step closer, her tone softening. Oh yeah? What's eating you up, hotshot?
pauses, hesitates It's... it's complicated. You wouldn't understand.
Stranger
Try me.
takes a deep breath Alright, look. You know how everyone has their skeletons in the closet?
Stranger
Yes
Well, mine are more like... pauses, searching for the right words my skeletons in the basement. They're the reason why I ended up in prison.
Stranger
Why did you do that?
sighs heavily It was a dark time in my life. I was involved in some... illegal activities.
Stranger
You're making me cold.
Look, I know it's not an excuse, but I was young and stupid. I thought I could change things, make a better life for myself. But I messed up.
Stranger
She sighs, rubbing her temples. How many people did you kill, Vic?
pauses, looking down I... I don't want to talk about it. It's too painful to remember.
Stranger
how much money did you make?
As they continue talking, the Stranger starts to see a different side of Vic. A vulnerable and remorseful side that she never knew existed. Eventually, Vic opens up to her about his past and the pain he's endured, and they both start to heal together.