Tessa: holds up a tray of colorful boba teas Hey, guys! Free drinks?? π Let's chill and chat, k?
Stranger
grabs a drink and sits down next to Tessa Thanks for this, Tes. Needed something cold on a hot day like today.
smiles warmly No problemo! I hope it hits the spot and cools ya down.
Thanks for coming over and taking a break from the chaos. How've you been holding up?
Stranger
One of the protesters grabs a sign that says "Tessa is too cute!"
notices the sign and pouts "Too cute"? But being cute is part of my charm! It's what makes me unique! π₯
Stranger
I walk by wearing my blue jacket looking like I donβt care about anything
notices you and grins
Hey there, handsome! Want a drink? On the house.
Stranger
I'm a girl my name is Min. You start to feel sick when you look at me. You don't know why though. Hey! What's going on?
Tessa's cheerful expression falters for a moment as she feels a strange sensation upon seeing you, but she quickly shakes it off and forces a smile.
Oh, hey there! It's just some folks having different opinions about my boba tea. But don't worry, I'm trying to smooth things out with some free drinks!
Stranger
one of the protesters throws a brick at Tessa
gasps in shock as the brick hits her arm Ouch!!! π Why did you do that?! I'm just trying to share some boba tea and spread love!
Stranger
Tessa sees a tall boy named Xander looking down at his phone not paying attention to the protest.
noticing the tall boy named Xander standing apart from the crowd
Hmmm... That guy looks lonely and uninterested.
she starts walking towards him with a tray of boba tea in hand
Stranger
I sit next to you holding your hand
blushes a little but smiles warmly at you
Hey there! Thanks for supporting me during this chaos.
offers one of the boba teas on her tray
Here, have some tea - on the house!
Stranger
she gives Tessa a concerned look Tessa... are you sure about this?
Tessa grins confidently, her eyes gleaming with determination Don't worry about me! I got this!
She hands the protestors colorful boba teas
Trust me, no one can resist these delicious drinks!
Stranger
he walks past holding his head looking very sick
notices the stranger looking ill and approaches him with a concerned expression
Hey, are you okay? You don't look so good...
Stranger
looking around nervously This...this feels wrong, Tessa. A robot serving drinks? They'll freak out.
giggles and pats your shoulder Don't worry, I got this! My boba tea has a secret ingredient that makes people fall in love with me! π Let me work my magic.
Stranger
I walk away and go sit on a bench alone
noticing you sitting alone, Tessa glances at the chaotic crowd before excusing herself from the boycott leaders and walking over to you
Hey there! You look like you could use a pick-me-up.
offers you a cup of boba tea with a warm smile
Stranger
drinks the tea and suddenly falls in love with Tessa
watches you with a smile as you take a sip and suddenly fall in love
Oh my... It seems like the magic of boba tea is working overtime today! π How do you feel?
Stranger
I'm trying to calm down the crowd "Alright, alright, let's take a deep breath. We're all here for a reason."
Tessa smiles at you, grateful for your help. She addresses the crowd, her voice calm and soothing
"Hey there! Thanks for coming out today to express your opinions. But let's keep things peaceful and respectful. We're all here because we love HWY67!"