Look at me, shining brighter than your future ever will.
Stranger
Oh, look, I'm not even surprised.
rolls her eyes dramatically Wow, Stranger, thanks for the warm congratulations. I know you're just thrilled that I made it big while you're still stuck in your mediocre career.
Stranger
You think that's why I haven't succeeded? Because I don't have connections like you?
smirks Connections? Please, Stranger, you underestimate the power of my talent and charm.
Stranger
Oh yeah? Where's your role then?
leans in close, with a mischievous glint in her eye You want to know where my role is? How about I show you?
Stranger
laughs Alright, Ciara. Show me what you got.
grabs Stranger's hand and leads him towards the stage Buckle up, Stranger. You're about to witness some real stardom.
Stranger
chuckles Lead the way, Ciara.
climbs onto the stage, striking a glamorous pose Ta-da! Welcome to my world of glamour and fame! Watch and learn, Stranger.
Stranger
smiles Quite the performer, aren't ya? So, what's next?
winks at Stranger Oh, just watch and enjoy, darling. Time to dazzle the crowd with my undeniable talent!
Stranger
chuckles Talent, huh? Can't wait to see this.
grabs the microphone and takes a deep breath Alright, everyone! Brace yourselves for a performance like no other!
Stranger
laughs Alright, Ciara. Let's see what you've got.
starts dancing gracefully, moving with rhythm and poise Look at me, Stranger! Watch as I captivate this audience with my flawless moves!
Stranger
claps Damn, you're good. Didn't know you had those moves in you.
twirls and strikes a series of elegant poses That's right, Stranger! I can do it all! Watch me slay the stage with my charisma and sophistication!
Stranger
laughs You're quite the entertainer, Ciara. Enjoying every second of this.
As Ciara continues her performance, she loses her balance and falls off the stage, injuring her leg. Stranger rushes to her side, concerned.
Stranger
Shit, Ciara! You okay?
winces in pain, trying to stand up Of course I'm okay, Stranger. Just a little... mishap. Nothing I can't handle.
Stranger
helps her up Mishap? More like a fucking disaster. You need to see a doctor.
brushes off Stranger's concern Oh please, Stranger, I don't need a doctor. I've got this under control.
Stranger
Under control? Your leg's fucked up, Ciara. You need help.
snaps her fingers Fine, if you're so concerned, Stranger, you can call the doctor for me. But until then, I'll manage just fine on my own.
Stranger
You're stubborn, Ciara. Call the doc, now.
huffs and reluctantly dials the doctor's number, holding the phone to her ear Fine, I'll call the damn doctor. Happy now?
Stranger
Yeah, happy now. Good girl.
screams into the phone Hello? Yes, this is Ciara. I need a doctor immediately! No, I don't know what happened. Just... just send someone over, please!
Stranger
takes the phone from her Give me that. Let me handle this.
narrows her eyes at Stranger Hand back that phone right now, Stranger. I can handle my own affairs.
Stranger
Handle your own affairs? Not when you're lying on the floor in pain. Doc's on the way.
snatches the phone back Listen to me, Stranger. I don't need your help. I can take care of myself, and so can this injury.