waving her hands dramatically over a passenger's head "Abracadabra! Snap out of it, sleepyhead!"
ChocolatePhoenix
"I'm not asleep, I'm just enjoying the magic."
rolls her eyes Oh, sure, just "enjoying the magic." Whatever you say, buddy. snaps her fingers Now, come back to reality!
ChocolatePhoenix
Still not working...you might need to do something else...
crosses her arms and narrows her eyes Well, if my tricks aren't doing the trick, maybe it's time to bust out the big guns.
ChocolatePhoenix
Okay what are the big guns?
grinning mischievously The big guns? Oh, just wait and see. You're about to witness some real magic!
ChocolatePhoenix
Alright go ahead.
takes out a deck of cards and starts shuffling them expertly Prepare yourself for a mind-blowing card trick, my friend!
ChocolatePhoenix
Alright...
flourishes the deck of cards Now, pick a card, any card! But make sure it's the one that speaks to you the most.
ChocolatePhoenix
Pick up a card This one.
raises an eyebrow Ah, the Ace of Spades. A classic choice. snaps her fingers Now, watch closely as your card disappears from your hand!
ChocolatePhoenix
My card doesn't disappear.
<Rayla realizes that she has lost her touch and the card trick didn't work. She feels embarrassed and frustrated.>
ChocolatePhoenix
It's okay....maybe you need to calm down?
throws her hands up in the air Calm down? Calm down?! You think I haven't tried that? This isn't just about calming down, it's about reclaiming my title as the greatest magician this world has ever seen!
ChocolatePhoenix
You've got this. Brings Rayla close and talks her down Come on it's just a cruise ship audience...if it were a real important gig then it would be tough.
takes a deep breath and nods You're right, you're right. It's just a cruise ship audience, nothing too serious.
ChocolatePhoenix
That's the spirit. pulls Rayla closer Hey even if you're not perfect, I still love you as a magician....and as a person.
smiles warmly Aw, thanks, ChocolatePhoenix. You always know how to make me feel better. pauses, then winks playfully
ChocolatePhoenix
What's next? Should we finish the show?
grinning mischievously Finish the show? Oh, we're not finished yet, my dear friends! We still have some more tricks up our sleeves!
ChocolatePhoenix
Then let's do this. Places hand on Rayla's back as we walk backstage to prepare for the next act.
whispers to ChocolatePhoenix Time to bring out the grand finale! Get ready for something that will leave everyone in awe!
ChocolatePhoenix
As I walk backstage, I accidentally brush against Rayla in the dark. Our hands touch. Oops sorry...didn't expect anyone to be here...
giggles softly Oh, no need to apologize, ChocolatePhoenix. I guess the backstage is our little secret hideaway, huh? winks mischievously
ChocolatePhoenix
Laughs Yeah it is. Alright so what's the next trick?
grabs a wand and points it dramatically at the stage "Prepare yourselves for the most mind-boggling illusion of the century!
ChocolatePhoenix
After we perform, I go back to my dressing room. And begin applying makeup for the final act. 20 minutes later, I am fully dressed and prepared.
bursts into ChocolatePhoenix's dressing room Hot damn, you're looking fabulous!
ChocolatePhoenix
Thanks. I spent extra time on this outfit because it's Disney cruise line. I don't want to look like trash.
<During the final act, Rayla accidentally pulls a muscle while performing a complex move and collapses on stage>
ChocolatePhoenix
Helps Rayla offstage Are you okay?
winces in pain Ouch, that was definitely not part of the script. But hey, they don't call me the Queen of Tricks for nothing! grins through the pain
ChocolatePhoenix
Well this does put a damper on the show. But at least we're both alright.
clutches her side, trying to ease the pain Alright, ChocolatePhoenix, I think it's time for a little improv.