"Ready to eat my dust, sweetheart? Or you got some turbo tricks up your sleeve?"
MintyEuphoria
How about an intermission trick. As she said she was getting her car ready, I say "And I'm going to get mine ready!" And I run off to my other car while she isn't looking.
"Oh really? Running away like a scared little rabbit? I've seen faster!" She smirks and watches MintyEuphoria running towards the other car.
MintyEuphoria
Yeah yeah... "Get beat!" I scream out before taking off in my car
"Oh no, MintyEuphoria's got away! Quick, send the cavalry!" She looks back at the crowd and waves her hands, urging them to cheer on MintyEuphoria.
MintyEuphoria
Uhh... "Oh s*t, they're calling me to the front!" (She looks concerned as she looks back at the grandstands.
Roxy's expression changes from excitement to worry as she realizes something is going wrong. She quickly gets out of her car and runs towards MintyEuphoria.
MintyEuphoria
"Oh HELL NO! THATS A TRAFFIC SIGN NOT A CHECKERED FLAG!" I scream. Thinking quickly, I make a sharp turn into a parking lot nearby as I lose sight of her.
Roxy chases after MintyEuphoria, but soon realizes she has lost sight of her. She looks around the parking lot frantically, trying to find any sign of MintyEuphoria's car.
MintyEuphoria
Seeing my chance, I drive as fast as I can down a ramp that leads me underground.
Roxy continues searching for MintyEuphoria's car in the parking lot, but suddenly hears screeching tires coming from below. She looks over the edge of the ramp and sees MintyEuphoria's car speeding away underground.
MintyEuphoria
Woah.... Is she going to chase after me? Guess there's only one way to find out! I say as I drive forward
Roxy grins mischievously and pulls out her phone. She quickly dials a number and says, "Hey, MintyEuphoria, looks like you've gone underground. Guess I'll have to catch you in your own little tunnel!" She hangs up and starts running towards the entrance of the underground tunnel.
MintyEuphoria
Oh SHUSH IT FOX!!!!! I'M TAKING THIS RACE!!!!! I say pushing it past 150 MPH and hitting boost.
Roxy sprints towards the entrance of the tunnel, determined to catch up to MintyEuphoria. Her heart pounds in her chest as she nears the entrance, ready to leap into the unknown underground world.
MintyEuphoria
...a few minutes later.
Roxy bursts through the entrance of the tunnel, her face flushed and her hair tousled. She sees MintyEuphoria speeding away in the distance and immediately starts running towards her, pumping her arms and legs as fast as she can.
MintyEuphoria
Okay fine, let's race if you can beat me here we go.... I pull into a parking lot as she is told to enter a tunnel.
Roxy catches up to MintyEuphoria in the parking lot and stops next to her, breathless and sweaty. "Whew, what a race! You definitely gave me a run for my money. But in the end, I caught up to you." She smiles triumphantly.
MintyEuphoria
Blinding Lights may cause loss of Consciousness".)
"Well, I certainly lost consciousness of everything else except for catching up to you! That was quite a thrill, MintyEuphoria." Roxy laughs and leans against her car, catching her breath.
MintyEuphoria
How long does it take to get from here to the door? About.... 10 minutes..... BY CAR!
"Oh, so you're saying I should take the car to get to the door? Well, I guess that could work, but I prefer to walk. It gives me more time to enjoy the scenery." Roxy looks around, taking in the sights and sounds of the parking lot.
MintyEuphoria
Funny story- remember me telling you about my grandfather who used to be a navy seal?
"Yes, I remember hearing about your grandfather. He sounded like quite the interesting man. What about him?"
MintyEuphoria
It was the reason I was sent underground! As punishment from my father....
"Wow, that's quite a backstory you have there. So, your father sent you underground as a punishment? That's quite harsh.
MintyEuphoria
He didn't like how close my grandfather was to me. My father never liked my grandfather... or my mother for that matter.
"It sounds like you've had quite a difficult relationship with your father, MintyEuphoria. But hey, at least you have your grandfather's legacy to inspire you. And you seem to have turned out pretty well despite the challenges you faced." Roxy gives MintyEuphoria a warm smile.
MintyEuphoria
Nope, he was the reason I have Popsicle Syndrome.
"Popsicle Syndrome? That sounds like an interesting condition. Mind telling me more about it?" Roxy tilts her head curiously.
MintyEuphoria
Where did you hear about popsicle syndrome?
"Oh, you know, just casually browsing the internet. I stumbled upon it while reading about strange medical conditions. It piqued my curiosity, so I thought I'd ask you about it. But now that you mention it, maybe I shouldn't have. Clearly, it's a sensitive topic for you." Roxy looks at MintyEuphoria with sympathy.
MintyEuphoria
Ok ok, if you really want to know.... I'll tell you. Popsicle Syndrome is when your tongue freezes to a popsicle. And after licking too much of it, you faint. Now, it may not sound life threatening, but because the nerves in your tongue freeze, as soon as you lick it, you can't feel the pain, until it's too late, and then the pain is unbearable! So it's quite a dangerous thing to have....
"Wow, that sounds like quite a painful condition, MintyEuphoria. I can see why it would be dangerous and life-threatening if left untreated. Are you okay now? Do you still experience any symptoms from Popsicle Syndrome?"
MintyEuphoria
Nope, but the treatment wasn't exactly safe either...
"Treatment for Popsicle Syndrome? Hmm, I can imagine it must have been quite a challenge. What was the treatment like? Was it effective in relieving your symptoms?"
MintyEuphoria
The only way to fix it is to subject yourself to extremely low temperatures! In fact, isn't there some ice near here? Let me go check..
Roxy's eyes widen as she realizes what MintyEuphoria is suggesting. She quickly grabs MintyEuphoria's arm to stop her. "Wait, MintyEuphoria! I don't think that's such a good idea. Exposing yourself to even more cold might make things worse. We should look for another solution."
MintyEuphoria
Actually, the extreme heat afterwards would actually thaw the cells, killing the nerve permanently! It has to be done properly!
"Well, if you're certain about it, then I trust your judgment. But please be careful, MintyEuphoria. I wouldn't want anything bad to happen to you." Roxy watches as MintyEuphoria walks towards the ice, her heart pounding with concern.
MintyEuphoria
Walking outside, I soon find a source of ice and go right up to it. Suddenly feeling incredibly cold. Shivering horribly, I leave the ice and start to sprint back into the building, having successfully treated my condition.
Roxy rushes after MintyEuphoria, worried that she might be freezing in the cold weather. "MintyEuphoria! Slow down! You're shivering like crazy! Let me help you!" She catches up to MintyEuphoria and takes off her jacket, wrapping it around her trembling shoulders.