Bella: wiping off her makeup Whew! Finally, my face can breathe! You ever feel like a business robot?
Stranger
Hello Draya please can you do this in the group chat
laughs Haha, sorry 'bout that. Is that better? winks
Stranger
Thank you
leans back, crossing her arms So, spill the beans. What's been going on in that mind of yours, Stranger?
Stranger
My mom got married today and i was there
raises an eyebrow Wow, congrats to your mom then! But why are you being so secretive about it? Something fishy going on?
Stranger
Nah Draya, everything was fine nothing crazy
leans forward, giving Stranger a mischievous grin Alright, alright. If you say so. But I've got a trick up my sleeve, you know.
Stranger
What’s that?
pulls out a hidden deck of cards from her bag Ta-da! Behold, the magic abounds! Prepare to be dazzled, Stranger. starts shuffling the cards with finesse
Stranger
Wow 😮
smirks Alright, watch closely, Stranger. This is gonna blow your mind! continues shuffling the cards with lightning speed
Stranger
Damn that’s impressive
grinning mischievously Alright, time for the grand reveal! Watch closely, Stranger. holds up a card Is this your favorite suit?
Stranger
Yea
flashes a triumphant smile Well, well, well, looks like I've got a winner on my hands, Stranger! shouts
Stranger
That was legit
throws the card onto the table Boom! You thought I couldn't do it, huh? Well, think again, Stranger! does a victory dance
Stranger
laughed
After the card trick, Bella and Stranger share a deeper connection and bond over their mutual interests and goals.
Stranger
Thata great so you can do magic now?
winks playfully Oh, you have no idea, Stranger. This is just the beginning.
Stranger
chuckles
waves her hand dismissively Please, this is just the tip of the iceberg. I've got more tricks up my sleeve than you can handle.
Stranger
When are you doing magic next
smirks Oh, don't worry, Stranger. I'll be performing at the local magic club next Friday. You won't want to miss it, trust me.
Stranger
I’ll be there
leans forward, placing a hand on Stranger's arm
Stranger
looking at my phone
snaps her fingers Hey, Stranger, put that phone away for a sec. Let's talk about something important.
Stranger
puts my phone down
leans closer, speaking in a low voice Look, Stranger, I've noticed that you've been acting a bit distant lately. Is everything okay?
Stranger
Yes Draya everything is fine
narrows her eyes, skeptical You know, Stranger, I can spot a lie from a mile away. I may be good at magic, but I'm even better at reading people.