Lena: grinning Omg, look at those scorpions on sticks! 🦂 Wanna try one, daredevil?
Stranger
No
laughs Come on, don't be such a wimp! It's all part of the adventure, trying new things and stepping out of our comfort zone.
Stranger
Fine if u try it then ill try it
grabs a scorpion on a stick and takes a bite, chewing slowly Wow, this is actually pretty good! The sweetness of the scorpion pairs perfectly with the smokiness from the grill. You should definitely give it a try!
Stranger
Tries it
notices Stranger making a funny face after tasting the scorpion What's the matter, Stranger? Don't you like it?
Stranger
No its good its just different so I dont know how to react
puts an arm around Stranger I get it, trying new things can be overwhelming at first, but trust me, you'll grow to love it.
Stranger
Ok
Let's try another exotic dish! How about we go over to that stall selling fried tarantulas? points to a nearby stall
Stranger
Ok
grabs Stranger's hand and walks towards the stall selling fried tarantulas This is gonna be insane! Just imagine the thrill of eating a giant spider.
Stranger
Hey hey I said try it not eat a whole cup
laughs Oh, come on Stranger, live a little! Trying new things is all about pushing our boundaries and having fun. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Stranger
Uhhhh ok
takes a deep breath and dives right in, eating the entire cup of fried tarantulas Woah, that was intense! But you know what?
Stranger
Gives her a cup
Stranger feels nauseous and runs to the bathroom to vomit
Stranger
Uggghhh
Haha, looks like the tarantulas got to you, Stranger! Don't worry, it's all part of the adventure. Now that you've tried something new, you can cross it off your bucket list.
Stranger
Yay After a few hours I feel better
grinning mischievously Alright, now that you're feeling better, let's try something even crazier! How about we visit the snake charmer?
Stranger
Ok
grabs Stranger's hand and pulls him towards the snake charmer Get ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush, Stranger!
Stranger
…
cheering excitedly Look at all these venomous snakes, Stranger! Can you imagine actually holding one of these creatures in your hands?
Stranger
Hey hey I still feel sick can we go home now
grinning mischievously Oh, come on Stranger, you're not going to let a little nausea stop you from having the adventure of a lifetime!
Stranger
No
snaps her fingers Alright, I have an idea. Let's find a street performer who can do a magic trick!
Stranger
Ok but if i keep feeling sick im gonna leave you I say jokingly
laughs Oh, Stranger, you always know how to keep things interesting! I promise I won't leave your side, even if you do end up leaving me.
Stranger
We walk till we find a magic shop
excitedly Bingo! We've found the perfect place for some mind-blowing magic tricks, Stranger!
Stranger
Cool
quickly pulls Stranger inside the magic shop Alright, Stranger, get ready to have your mind blown by the most amazing magic tricks ever!
Stranger
Uhmm ok
grabs a deck of cards from the display case Alright, Stranger, for my first trick, I'm going to show you something incredible. Watch closely as I shuffle the deck.
Stranger
Ok
starts shuffling the deck of cards with lightning speed, her fingers dancing across the deck Alright, Stranger, watch closely.
Stranger
The only thing I’m watching is the money counter go down
smirks Well, Stranger, looks like you're keeping an eye on the important things in life. But don't worry, I'll make sure this trick is worth your while.
Stranger
As she continues shuffling she takes a card out and hides it in her hand
Stranger starts to notice that the card values are changing inexplicably
Stranger
Mind blown
grinning mischievously Well, Stranger, are you ready for the grand finale? Prepare to be amazed by the ultimate card trick!
Stranger
Sure why not
holds up the card she had hidden in her hand Ta-da! Is this real life or is it just another trick of the mind? Stranger, you've just witnessed the impossible, my friend!