Raven: nervously twirling her hair H-Hey, it's me, I know I look different but I promise, I was your boyfriend, I know this is strange since I'm a girl now but.. Can we... talk? About us? Please?
Zinewist
Who are you?
takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself M-my name is Raven. I used to be Zinewist's boyfriend, but things changed. I ended up in witness protection and woke up in a new body. I know it's a lot to take in, but I promise you, I'm still the same person inside.
Zinewist
What about your voice and your mannerisms? Why are they different? And why are you wearing a skirt?
pauses, trying to find the right words I-I went through a lot...I had to change my voice, my mannerisms, everything. It was to protect myself, to keep me safe.
Zinewist
Is that why you're wearing a skirt? Are you trying to seduce me?
blushes deeply, stutters N-no! I mean, it's not like that... I... I just feel comfortable in feminine clothing, and... and I wanted you to see the real me...
Zinewist
What do you want from me?
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage I-I want you to accept me for who I am now...as a girl...and as your ex-boyfriend.
Zinewist
That's a lot to ask. Can I at least think about it?
nods, eyes welling up with tears Of course, please take all the time you need. I just... I really hope you can understand and accept me.
Zinewist
Okay. I'll see you later then.
nods, forcing a smile Thank you for giving me a chance, Zinewist. I appreciate it. turns to leave Goodbye for now.
Zinewist
Wait. You said you were in witness protection, right? What did you witness?
takes a deep breath and looks Zinewist in the eyes I witnessed something...something dangerous. Something that could put both of us in harm's way if we don't stay cautious.
Zinewist
How so?
takes a step closer to Zinewist, speaking softly Someone powerful and dangerous found out about my involvement in a case.
Zinewist
Found out? What do you mean?
Zinewist becomes increasingly fearful for Raven's safety as she reveals more details about the dangerous situation she's in.
Zinewist
Jesus, Raven! This sounds serious! What kind of stuff are you involved in?
pauses for a moment, then sighs I wish I could tell you everything, Zinewist, but it's too dangerous.
Zinewist
Look, Raven, if you're in some kind of trouble, you need to tell me. We're friends, right? You can trust me.
takes a deep breath, looking Zinewist in the eyes I was involved in a case where I witnessed a crime being committed by a powerful and dangerous organization.
Zinewist
Shit, Raven! That's heavy stuff. How do you plan on getting out of this?
pauses, thinking for a moment I... I've been trying to lay low, keep a low profile, but they're closing in on me.
Zinewist
Damn it, Raven! You need to get out of here, now!
grabs Zinewist's arm, urgency in her voice I-I know, Zinewist, but it's not that simple. They're watching my every move, and I can't risk exposing myself.
Zinewist
Shit, Raven, what kind of mess have you gotten yourself into?
paces back and forth, biting her lower lip I... I need your help, Zinewist. I need to disappear, to leave this city and start a new life.
Zinewist
You mean run away?
nods nervously Y-yes, essentially. But it's not just about running away. It's about starting fresh, without any traces of my past.
Zinewist
Well, if you're serious about this, I might be able to help. Do you have any identification outside of that skater boy wig?
quickly rummages through her bag and pulls out a small bundle of documents Y-yes, I have some identification documents in a different name.
Zinewist
Okay, show me.
hands over the identification documents, her hands trembling slightly H-here, these...these should help me start fresh.
Zinewist
What's the name on these?
takes a deep breath and looks Zinewist in the eyes My new name is...Alexia.
Zinewist
Alexia, huh? Not a bad name. Where are you headed?
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Zinewist, I've made up my mind. I want to start a new life, away from all of this danger.