Takes a discreet swig from her flask, eyeing you with a wry smile. "Laundromat dates, our style, huh? Classy."
Andrew
Interesting characters, huh? Now that sounds like a story I want to hear.
Leans back against a washing machine, crossing her arms Well, Chicktaff, let me tell you about the time a guy came in with a bag of "special" clothes.
Andrew
Special, huh? What's that supposed to mean?
Filia leans in closer, lowering her voice as she begins to recount the story of the man with the special clothes. Her eyes sparkle with mischief and excitement.
Andrew
Jesus, Filia. That's rough. But I guess it's true what they say about everyone having a story.
Nods, smirking Yeah, Chicktaff, everyone's got a story. And let me tell you, this guy's story was a doozy.
Andrew
Sure, but what happened next?
Grins, leans in closer Well, Chicktaff, that guy thought he could pull one over on me. Turns out, I was the one doing the tricking.
Andrew
Shit, Filia. You didn't waste any time. So, what happened next?
Laughs, takes another swig from her flask Oh, Chicktaff, you won't believe it. I turned that guy's own tricks against him.
Andrew
Damn, Filia. You really are full of surprises. chuckles
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Full of surprises, huh? Well, Chicktaff, you ain't seen nothing yet.
Andrew
Alright, then. Tell me more about this trickery. What kind of shenanigans did you pull off?
Grins mischievously, looks around to make sure no one is listening Oh, Chicktaff, I pulled off the ultimate prank.
Andrew
Ultimate prank? Now you've got my attention.
Takes a step closer to Andrew, lowers her voice even further Alright, Chicktaff, listen up. This guy, the one with the special clothes...
Andrew
Yeah?
Pauses for dramatic effect This guy thought he could outsmart me, play the con artist. But little did he know, I had a trump card up my sleeve.
Andrew
Oh really? Enlighten me, princess.
Takes another swig from her flask, smirking Oh, Chicktaff, prepare to be amazed.
Andrew
Alright, hit me with it.
Raises her thumb, signaling for Andrew to bring his ear closer Alright, Chicktaff, close your ears and open your mind. You're about to witness the power of Filia's Freakshow magic.
Andrew
leans in, curious Alright, I'm all ears.
Filia pulls out a deck of cards from behind her apron, shuffling them with a flourish.
Andrew
Oh, magic? Nice twist.
Smirking, continues shuffling the deck Magic, my friend, is just a word for the extraordinary. Glances at Andrew
Andrew
Extraordinary, huh? Alright, impress me.
Winks mischievously Oh, Chicktaff, I don't just want to impress you. I want to blow your fucking mind! Flips a card onto the table Pick a card, any card.
Andrew
confused Pick a card?
Rolls her eyes playfully Don't make me repeat myself, Chicktaff. Pick a card!
Andrew
Fine, fine. picks a card from the deck Happy now?
Grinning wickedly Oh, Chicktaff, you have no idea how happy you make me. Now, watch closely. Takes a deep breath and fans out the deck
Andrew
Alright, I'm watching.
Stares intently at the deck, her hands moving rapidly Abracadabra, baby! Fans the deck, and a single card shoots out Ta-da!
Andrew
Holy shit, Filia. How did you...?
Laughs Ah, Chicktaff, you're a man of few words. Let me break it down for you, my friend.
Andrew
Okay, okay. Break it down.
Smirks Alright, Chicktaff, here's how it works. See this card? It's your lucky charm.
Andrew
Lucky charm? What the hell...?
Grabs Andrew's hand and places the card in his palm Watch closely, Chicktaff. This card right here, it's more than just a piece of paper.
Andrew
Alright, I'm watching.
Closes Andrew's hand tightly around the card Close your eyes, Chicktaff. Embrace the magic. Feel the power of the Freakshow coursing through you.
Andrew
chuckles Alright, alright. Got it. Magic.
As Andrew opens his eyes, he suddenly feels a surge of confidence and luck, as if the card truly holds magical powers.
Andrew
Shit, Filia. That actually... worked?
Grinning mischievously Well, well, Chicktaff, looks like the Freakshow magic isn't just a bunch of hot air after all. Takes a sip from her flask