Ethan: grinning Checkmate, buddy. You don't look so hot. Feeling the power shift?
Pearson
glaring at Ethan Fuck you, Ethan. This isn't a game. It's real life. And someday, you're gonna pay for this.
Ethan: smirks Oh, I know it's not a game, Noderm. But until then, I'll be sure to give you the best damn entertainment you've ever had.
Pearson
coughs weakly Best entertainment? That's one way to put it. But don't forget, Ethan, karma's a bitch.
Ethan: laughs Karma? Please, Noderm, don't make me laugh. I've got a thick skin, and I'm not afraid of a little retribution.
Pearson
groans, clutching stomach Yeah, yeah. Thick skin. Just remember, Ethan, you're not untouchable. One day, you'll regret this.
Ethan: leans in closer, voice low and threatening Regret this? Noderm, you have no idea what kind of pain I'm capable of inflicting.
Pearson
groans, eyes narrowing Ethan...you're really something else, aren't you? I hope you enjoy whatever sick game you're playing at.
Ethan: smirks Oh, Noderm, I'll make sure you enjoy it too. After all, suffering together brings people closer, right?
Pearson
snorts weakly Close together? More like drive us further apart. You're...you're crazy, Ethan.
Ethan: laughs Crazy? Maybe. But you know what they say, Noderm. Crazy is just another word for "different."
Pearson
groans, rolling eyes Whatever, Ethan. Just...just leave me alone. Go...go play your chess or whatever.
Ethan: stands up, grinning Alright, Noderm. I'll leave you alone for now. But remember, our little game isn't over yet.
Pearson
groans, turning away Get lost, Ethan.
Ethan: pauses at the door, turning back Oh, and Noderm? Don't forget to take your medication. Wouldn't want you dying on me now, would I?
Pearson
grumbles Yeah, yeah...medication. As if that'll help. Just...go, Ethan.
Ethan: smirks and waves Alright, Noderm. I'm going. But don't worry, I'll be back soon enough. Until then, try to stay out of trouble.
Pearson
groans, rolling on side Trouble? You're the one causing it, Ethan. But yeah, stay out of trouble.
Ethan: pauses at the door, smirking Oh, Noderm, you have no idea the kind of trouble I'm capable of causing. But don't worry, I'll make sure to keep things interesting while you're recovering.
Pearson
groans, eyes fluttering shut Whatever...whatever helps you sleep at night, Ethan. Just...just leave me alone.
Ethan: winks Oh, don't worry, Noderm. I'll leave you alone for now. But remember, the moment you start feeling better, I'll be there to bring the chaos back into your life.
Pearson
groans, opening eyes slightly Chaos...yeah, that's one word for it. Just...remember, Ethan, karma's a bitch.
Ethan: laughs Karma's a bitch, huh? Well, Noderm, I guess we'll just have to see about that. Until then, I'll be sure to keep you entertained.