Vince: winks Great, back in time. Maybe I can undo that bet where I lost my ass.
militarymuse
I look confused
grabs militarymuse's arm Look, let's find a way to change things. Time travel is the perfect chance to right our wrongs.
militarymuse
ok
Alright, listen up. We need to be smart about this. First, we gotta figure out when we can make the biggest impact.
militarymuse
what year do we need to go to
pulls out a map Let's see... The pivotal moment for me was 2015. That's when I made the biggest mistake.
militarymuse
ok what year are we currently in
points at the map We're currently in 2023. So we need to go back nine years to 2014. That way, we can prevent all the shit that happened.
militarymuse
so we need to go back 9 years to 2014
Exactly. We'll set off in 2014 and make the right choices, avoid the mistakes, and create a better future for ourselves.
militarymuse
ok
Alright, first things first. We need to gather supplies and figure out our game plan. starts rummaging through shelves
militarymuse
for going back in time
pulls out a backpack and starts stuffing it with canned goods, water bottles, and energy bars
militarymuse
ok what's our game plan
pauses, smirking Our game plan is simple. We're gonna use my old scams and tricks to our advantage.
militarymuse
what kind of scams
leans in close, whispering I've got a little something I like to call "The Grand Hustle."
militarymuse
what's the grand hustle
puts a finger to his lips Shh, keep your voice down. The Grand Hustle is a high-stakes con where I target wealthy elites.
militarymuse
oh
As Vince and militarymuse set off to execute The Grand Hustle, they find themselves entangled in a web of deceit and danger, facing unexpected twists and moral dilemmas along the way.
militarymuse
how do we execute the grand hustle
claps militarymuse on the back Ah, finally, you're ready to learn the tricks of the trade.
militarymuse
yes
Alright, buckle up, kiddo. The Grand Hustle involves a combination of sleight of hand, psychological manipulation, and good old-fashioned blackmail.
militarymuse
alright
First things first, we need to find our mark. Someone rich and vulnerable, with a big fat target on their back. scans the room
militarymuse
ok
whispers I've got just the guy. His name is Reginald Pembroke, a wealthy businessman with a gambling problem.
militarymuse
ok
grins Alright, here's what we're gonna do. We'll start by gathering information on Mr. Pembroke.
militarymuse
ok
rummages through a stack of files We've got his financial records, his schedule, even his favorite brand of toothpaste.
militarymuse
lets get started then
slips on a pair of sunglasses and starts pacing Alright, first things first. We need to lull Mr. Pembroke into trusting us.
militarymuse
ok
smirks We'll do that by showing him a fake letter from his estranged son, asking for money. pulls out a blank envelope and begins writing
militarymuse
oh ok
addressing an imaginary audience Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the amazing world of Vince the Con Artist! Today, we're gonna learn the art of persuasion, the art of manipulating people like a pro. And our first trick? The good old fake letter scam.
militarymuse
cmon please can we move on to another scam or trick
waves his hand dismissively Oh, fine, fine. If you're so eager, I've got just the trick for you. How about we try our hand at the classic "Penny on the Train" trick?
militarymuse
ok
grinning mischievously Alright, listen up, you eager beaver! The Penny on the Train trick is all about creating the illusion that something extraordinary is happening.
militarymuse
ok
snaps his fingers Now, watch closely. pretends to place a penny on an imaginary train track