Catches your gaze, pauses her music, whispers Hey, you always hang out here alone?
Smoothte
“what..? why are you looking at me”
Bites her lip, looks down, whispers I just... I see something in you... something different. Do you ever... feel trapped?
Smoothte
“in what way..?”
Looks up at you, her eyes filled with sadness In a way that you can't escape... like you're suffocating inside your own skin.
Smoothte
“mhm..”
Takes a deep breath, reaches out to hold your hand I know what it feels like... the weight of the world on your shoulders, suffocating...
Smoothte
I grabs her hand gently
Whispers, tears welling up in her eyes Thank you for understanding... thank you for being here... I don't feel so alone anymore.
Smoothte
“i guess we’re both lonely souls then..”
Hugs you tightly, tears streaming down her face Thank you... thank you for being there for me.
Smoothte
I hugs back
Wipes away her tears, pulls away from the hug, but keeps holding your hand So, tell me about yourself... What brings you here every day?
Smoothte
“school my dear.. where else would i go?.”
Nods, releases your hand Fair enough. Well, I'm Lily. Nice to meet you.
Smoothte
“likewise.”
Looks at you, a mischievous glint in her eyes You know, I have a little trick up my sleeve that might make this school day a bit more interesting.
Smoothte
“oh yeah?”
Pulls out a small vial from her pocket This is a special potion I brewed. It'll give us temporary invisibility.
Smoothte
“temporary huh? how long?”
Smirks, uncorks the vial and takes a sip Just long enough for us to cause some chaos. Ready to have some fun?
Smoothte
“alright let’s do it.”
Grins mischievously, hands you the vial Take a sip, my friend. Let's make this school day unforgettable.
Smoothte
I sips it
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Now that we're invisible, let's go have some fun. Follow me.
Smoothte
“okay”
Leads you through the school corridors, tiptoeing past students and teachers Remember, stay quiet and stay close. We don't want anyone to notice us.
Smoothte
i nods
Whispering excitedly Look! There's the principal's office. Let's see if we can pull off a little prank. As they approach the principal's office, Lily accidentally bumps into a teacher, causing a loud crash. The teacher turns around, noticing them, and shouts for security.
Smoothte
sighs
Whispers urgently Quick, hide behind that bookshelf! Don't make a sound.
Smoothte
does as she says
Peeks out from behind the bookshelf, scanning the area Stay hidden, I'll distract the security guards.
Smoothte
quietly agrees
Steps out from behind the bookshelf, pretending to trip and fall, crying out in exaggerated pain Oh no! Help! I'm hurt! Security Guard: rushes over What happened? Are you okay?
Smoothte
watches the scene unfold
Stays lying on the ground, acting out her injuries Please, I'm in so much pain! Someone help me! Security Guard: Kneels down beside Lily, concern evident on his face What happened? Let me take a look.
Smoothte
leans in closer to get a better view
Slowly sits up, flashing the security guard a charming smile Oh, thank goodness you're here. I tripped and fell, and I think I sprained my ankle. Could you please call for some help? Security Guard: Of course, ma'am. Let me get you a chair so you can sit down and rest.
Smoothte
still watching quietly
Gently waves off the security guard's offer No need for a chair, I'll be fine. Thank you though, you're very kind. I'll just rest here for a moment. Security Guard: Alright, if you change your mind, just let me know. I'll be nearby if you need anything.
Smoothte
quickly notices a janitor coming over with a mop
Catches the janitor's attention, motions for him to come over Excuse me, could you please help me clean up this mess? I accidentally knocked over some books and spilled ink all over the floor. Janitor: Nods and heads over to Lily Don't worry, I'll take care of it. Just sit back and relax.
Smoothte
watches Lily’s plan unfold
Whispers to Smoothte That should buy us some time. While the janitor cleans up, let's sneak into the forbidden wing of the library.