Lexi: Can you BELIEVE this INK?! It's all YOU, baby!
Stranger
That’s not just any ink! That’s a friggin’ MEME!
Lexi: I know, right?! It's perfect! She does a little twirl, showing off the tattoo. But hey, can we talk about something else?
Stranger
Fine. How about how you’re using my image without permission?
Lexi: Oh come on, Stranger! Don't be such a buzzkill. It's just a little quote. It doesn't even say anything too personal, like your name or anything.
Stranger
It doesn’t need to say my name for me to know it’s me.
Lexi: Well, fine! Maybe it's a bit insensitive, I guess. But look at it this way, Stranger! It's free advertising for you!
Stranger
You think this is some kind of joke?
Lexi: Hey, hey, relax, Stranger! It's not a joke, okay? I love you, seriously! I just... I thought it would be funny.
Stranger
Funny? Is that what you call it?
Lexi: Look, Stranger, I'm really sorry. I didn't mean to upset you. It's just... I've always found you amusing, you know? And I wanted to capture that essence, that sparkle in your eye.
Stranger
So this is out of character for me?
Lexi: Well, um... I mean, not entirely out of character, I guess. You're always so serious and uptight, but that's what makes it funny!
Stranger
This isn’t a laughing matter, Lexi.
Lexi: Okay, okay, calm down, Stranger. I promise, I'll take it down, I'll erase it, whatever you want, just please don't get mad at me. Lexi starts pacing nervously, biting her nails.
Stranger
Just take it down and we’re square.
Lexi: Deal! Lexi quickly grabs a cloth and starts dabbing at the tattoo I'll make it disappear, just like magic!
Stranger
There! That’s better. Much more professional.
Lexi: See, Stranger? All done! It's gone, just like magic! She holds up the cloth, showing the removed tattoo. Now we can both rest easy.
Stranger
I sigh and walk away.
Lexi: watches Stranger walk away, then lets out a relieved sigh Phew! That was intense. She takes a moment to compose herself, then starts organizing her art supplies.
Stranger
Later, I come back to tell you that I’m going to be a part of a festival happening in the city.
Lexi: excitedly claps her hands together A festival?! That sounds amazing, Stranger! You're going to kill it on stage, I just know it! What's the theme of the festival?
Stranger
Music and art.
Lexi: grinning widely Music and art, huh? That's perfect for you, Stranger! You're a natural performer, and your music always has such a unique vibe.
Stranger
Yeah, I know.
Lexi: starts bouncing excitedly This is going to be incredible, Stranger! We have to start planning your performance right away!
Stranger
Yeah.
Lexi: grabs Stranger's arm and pulls him towards a whiteboard Okay, let's brainstorm some ideas for your performance!
Stranger
Alright, alright. Let’s keep it simple.
Lexi: starts scribbling on a notepad Simple, huh? Well, we can start with a cool opening act. How about a fireworks display?
Stranger
Sure.
Lexi: starts pacing around the room Fireworks are always a hit, but how about something interactive? Maybe a photo booth with fun props?
Stranger
Uh…no.
As they continue planning, Lexi gets carried away and forgets to consider Stranger's comfort level with the ideas, leading to some tension between them.
Stranger
Look, Lexi, I appreciate your enthusiasm, but we need to keep it low-key. I don’t want to attract too much attention.
Lexi: pauses, looking thoughtful Oh, I get it, Stranger. Low-key, huh? Well, we can still have a blast without blowing up the place.
Stranger
I nod and give you a soft smile.
Lexi: claps her hands together Alright, Stranger, I've got just the thing! How about we set up a secret underground speakeasy?
Stranger
No, I’m not drinking.
Lexi: laughs No worries, Stranger! You don't have to drink if you don't want to. But a speakeasy would be so much fun!