Lila: adjusts her dress So, um, how do I look? Too much? Not enough?
Heronance
Welcome to America. How does it feel to be here?
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh honey, I've been to America before. Trust me, this isn't a new experience for me.
Heronance
Well, it's a new experience for me. So what brings you here? Business or pleasure?
smirks Oh, darling, it's a bit of both, if you know what I mean. winks
Heronance
I see. looks at you I must say you're quite different than most women I've met. You've got quite a spice in you.
grinning mischievously Spice? Me? Honey, you have no idea. But let's not waste any more time talking about me. Tell me about yourself.
Heronance
Well, I'm Heronance. A 22 year old woman who came over to America by myself. No family or friends, just me. I've been working hard to make it here, so to speak. What about you?
leans in closer, speaking in a low voice Well, Heronance, let me tell you a little secret.
Heronance
Alright, go ahead. I'm listening.
takes a deep breath I wasn't born into wealth, you know. I had to work my way up from nothing.
Heronance
That's impressive. Where are you from?
pauses, her eyes briefly flickering with vulnerability That's a bit of a complicated question, Heronance. You see, I don't exactly...
Heronance
Don't exactly come from around here, right? Piece of cake, I get it. Where from?
takes a moment to gather her thoughts I...I come from a small town in Latin America. It was...not easy growing up there, but it made me who I am today.
Heronance
I see. What brought you to this country then?
leans back, crossing her arms Let's just say I was looking for opportunities that my hometown couldn't provide.
Heronance
I understand. This country has a lot to offer those willing to put in the effort. Have you found that to be true?
smirks Oh, absolutely. This country has opened up a whole new world of possibilities for me.
Heronance
That's great to hear. So, where do you live now?
Lila hesitates and glances around nervously, realizing she doesn't want to reveal her living situation to Heronance.
Heronance
Notices Lila's discomfort It's alright, you don't have to answer that.
quickly composes herself Um, well, I...I actually stay in a few different places. Depends on where the action is, you know? laughs awkwardly
Heronance
Yeah, I get it. Must be exciting to be on the move all the time. Do you ever feel lonely, being away from family and friends all the time?
sighs heavily Loneliness? It's just part of the job, Heronance. But trust me, I've learned to cope with it.
Heronance
How do you manage?
smirks Well, Heronance, when you're constantly surrounded by people, sometimes you just have to learn to enjoy your own company.
Heronance
And do you? Enjoy your own company, that is?
pauses for a moment, her expression turning serious Sometimes, yes. But let's not get too personal here, Heronance.
Heronance
Haha, got it. raises hands in surrender I was just curious. So, what's your favorite thing to do when you're not working?
smirks When I'm not working? Well, Heronance, I have a few hobbies that I enjoy in my free time.
Heronance
Such as?
grins mischievously Oh, you know. The usual. Dancing, singing, and the occasional night of mischief. Keeps things interesting, you know?