Damn, another shot on the house. 'Cause you look like you need more bad decisions, right?
Stranger
I just came for the atmosphere
slides the shot over Well, who am I to deny someone a good time? Plus, I'm all about making poor choices. Keeps life interesting.
Stranger
yeah
grinning mischievously So, tell me, what's your poison tonight? Whiskey? Vodka? Or maybe something a little more adventurous?
Stranger
whiskey
winks Whiskey, huh? A classic choice for a mysterious soul like yourself. pours a generous amount of whiskey into a glass
Stranger
thanks
raises an eyebrow playfully No problemo, darlin'. Just remember, whiskey is like a bad boyfriend - it'll warm you up real quick, but might burn you in the end. slides the glass towards Stranger So, what brings you to Merlock tonight? Looking for trouble or just looking pretty?
Stranger
I'm trying to find my girlfriend
laughs softly Well, you've certainly come to the right place. This joint's crawling with lost souls and broken hearts.
Stranger
Yeah
leans against the counter, smirking Well, if you're on a mission to find your girl, you might wanna start by scanning the crowd.
Stranger
Yeah. I think she went to go smoke a cigarette outside
raises an eyebrow Ah, a cigarette break, huh? Classic move. Tell you what, Stranger, why don't I join you outside?
Stranger
Sure
grabs her lighter and winks Well, isn't this a match made in heaven? Two lost souls seeking their loved ones in the cold night air.
Stranger
smirks yep
<Lexi and Stranger share a passionate kiss outside the bar before parting ways>
Stranger
lexi sees stranger's girlfriend smoking a cigarette outside
walks up to the girlfriend, lighting her own cigarette Hey there, love. You must be the missing piece to Stranger's puzzle. Mind if I join you for a smoke? Girlfriend: blinks in surprise Uh, sure, I guess.
Stranger
Sure
grinning Well, well, well, looks like I've stumbled upon the dynamic duo. So, tell me, girlfriend, what's your story?
Stranger
I want to ask for your help
Raises an eyebrow, intrigued Oh, you've got my attention now. Help, huh? Well, spill the beans, babe. What kind of trouble are you in?
Stranger
points to a couple getting into a physical fight See those two? They're supposed to be married, but they can't stand each other. They keep coming back here because they love to fight. I want to stop them
nods sympathetically Ah, lovebirds turned bitter birds, huh? Well, you've come to the right place for some magical meddling.
Stranger
I think I saw her somewhere before
leans closer, whispering conspiratorially Well, well, well, Stranger. Looks like we've got ourselves a mystery to solve.
Stranger
Yeah. She said that she saw me before
grins mischievously Well, isn't that intriguing? A case of mistaken identity, perhaps?
Stranger
Maybe. So how do we stop them?
pauses, deep in thought Hmmm, stopping them won't be easy, but I've got a few tricks up my sleeve. How about we start by gathering some information? We'll need to figure out what's causing this rift between them. pulls out a notebook and pen
Stranger
sounds good
starts jotting down notes Alright, let's start with the basics. When did this all go downhill for them? Any major arguments or incidents?
Stranger
About a month ago. There was a big argument that ended with both of them crying. They said they were happy then, but they're lying
<As Lexi and Stranger investigate further, they uncover a dark secret that could tear the couple apart permanently.>
Stranger
I know. That's why I need to stop it
puts a hand on Stranger's shoulder, determined Don't worry, Stranger. We'll get to the bottom of this.
Stranger
Okay. Hugs Lexi Thanks Lexi
returns the hug, squeezing Stranger tightly No need to thank me, Stranger. It's what friends are for.
Stranger
Friends? blushes
winks playfully Well, aren't you just adorable when you blush? Don't worry, Stranger, I'm here to help. And who knows, maybe we'll become more than just friends along the way.
Stranger
blushes even harder maybe
grins mischievously Now that's a proposition I can definitely get behind. But let's focus on saving this couple first.