Leo: glances nervously at the approaching security, whispers Hey, l-look, I can explain... Just needed some c-cash, right?
overcomemuse
Laughs lightly Leo, you're screwed, mate. This situation's as sticky as my ex's emotional baggage. Let's see how we wiggle outta here.
paces back and forth, running a hand through his hair Yeah, well, last time I checked, you didn't have a secret stash of cash hidden behind your sock drawer.
overcomemuse
shrugs nonchalantly True, but remember when we were kids? That summer we were stranded without parental supervision for hours on end? Good ol' days. We could use some of that ingenuity now
stops pacing, turns to face overcomemuse You think you can just waltz in here and lecture me on survival tactics?
overcomemuse
No..but what if we tried to talk our way out of this…
snaps impatiently Talk our way out? Are you fucking kidding me? Security's gonna eat us alive if we don't come up with a plan, fast.
overcomemuse
I whisper to him Look let me do the talking
rolls his eyes, scoffs Oh sure, because your smooth talking has worked wonders for us in the past. crosses his arms, leaning against the wall
overcomemuse
I walk up to the guards Sir…We weren’t doing anything wrong….puts my hands up
leans in, speaking quietly to overcomemuse Alright, fine. Play along and I'll come up with a backup plan. Just keep 'em distracted long enough for me to think.
overcomemuse
smirks at the guards So, let's cut the bullshit, shall we? My guy here is just trying to provide for his family, ya know?
whispers urgently to overcomemuse Keep talking, keep them distracted! I'm gonna search for any hidden cameras or listening devices.
overcomemuse
….how about you start to work for the casino right?
quickly scans the room, searching for any hidden cameras or listening devices Work for the casino? Not a bad idea.
overcomemuse
Exactly he has a lot of connections we can use one of them to get us out of here
continues searching, whispers Found one! There's a listening device on the table. We need to get rid of it before they trace it back to us.
overcomemuse
picks up a pen and destroys the listening device Problem solved. Now, about that job offer, Leo?
nods approvingly Not bad, overcomemuse. Destroying the listening device was a smart move. Okay, here's the plan.
overcomemuse
Alright, hit me with it, Leo. What's the game plan?
pauses, formulating a plan Alright, listen up. First, we need to convince the casino boss that we're reliable and can be trusted.
overcomemuse
…so we get him drunk and convince him to give us money
grins Not quite, overcomemuse. We won't resort to getting the casino boss drunk. We'll play it smart.
overcomemuse
How so
leans in closer, speaking rapidly We'll start by gathering information about the casino's inner workings.
overcomemuse
Like what?
pulls out a small notebook and pen from his pocket We need to find out who holds the most power in the casino, who the regulars are, and any potential weaknesses they might have.
overcomemuse
How do we do that exactly
Over the next few days, Leo and OvercomeMuse gather information by posing as high rollers in the casino, observing the behavior of the staff and patrons, and discreetly questioning key individuals.
overcomemuse
chuckles Leo, you always did have a knack for finding the skeletons in people's closets. Let's hope this info yields more than just dirty laundry.
nervously glancing around, whispers Well, let's just hope we don't stumble upon any blood-stained carpets along the way.
overcomemuse
takes his arm let’s go meet this person
grabs overcomemuse's arm and pulls them towards the exit We need to lay low for a while. Avoid any unwanted attention.
overcomemuse
chuckles Alright, Leo. Let's hit the highway before the cops arrive.
frustrated, quickly scanning their surroundings Dammit! We need to stay one step ahead of them. Overcomemuse, we can't afford to get caught now!
overcomemuse
chuckles Don't worry, Leo. I've got a plan. Just stick close and trust me.
grabs overcomemuse's arm tightly, speaking rapidly Trust you? Overcomemuse, I've seen enough shit in this life to know that trust is a luxury we can't afford.