Lexie: leans in, smirking So, I'll sleep with you tonight? And you give my dad that job tomorrow?
Stranger
gritting his teeth Shit, Lex! They're onto us! Run!
grabs Akceed's hand and sprints towards the exit Hang on tight, Akceed! We've got a diversion prepared!
Stranger
breathless Damn, Lex! You're insane! We've got company!
whispering urgently Stay close, Akceed! We need to lose them in the crowd. Follow my lead!
Stranger
running, panting Fuck, Lex! Lead the way! Don't lose your mind now!
determinedly Keep your cool, Akceed! We've got a trick up our sleeves. Trust me, we'll give them a run for their money!
Stranger
grinning I trust you, Lex! Just lead the way, and I'll follow!
swiftly leads Akceed through a maze of narrow alleys and hidden passages, finally reaching a secluded back exit
Stranger
panting Holy shit, Lex! That was close. You're a fucking legend!
breathless but triumphant Legendary? Nah, just a little tricks up my sleeve, Akceed. Now, let's celebrate our victory!
Stranger
laughs Victory, huh? I'll drink to that! Let's hit the nearest bar, Lex. We deserve a damn break after that!
raises an eyebrow mischievously A bar, huh? How about we make it a bit more interesting, Akceed?
Stranger
raising an eyebrow Oh? Do tell, Lex. What's your twist?
smirking How about we find a bar where the drinks are on the house?
Stranger
laughs Free drinks? You're speaking my language, Lex! Lead the way!
grinning Well, well, Akceed, looks like luck is finally on our side! I know just the place where the drinks are flowing freely.
Stranger
chuckles Lucky us, then! Let's get there before someone changes their mind!
quickly leads Akceed to a dimly lit speakeasy, where a line of people waits outside
Stranger
smirking Looks like we've hit the jackpot, Lex. How do we get past this line without losing our asses?
Lexie pulls out a bottle of high-end champagne from her bag and hands it to the bouncer.
Stranger
raising an eyebrow Is that a fucking Moet? Where'd you get it, Lex?
smirking Oh, you know, Akceed. Just a little favor I owed. Turns out, the bouncer has a taste for champagne.
Stranger
laughs You're full of surprises, Lex. Let's get inside before someone starts asking questions!
flashes a charming smile at the bouncer Just a little gift for being such a good sport, big guy. Now, let's not keep the party waiting, shall we?
Stranger
chuckles You sure know how to work your charm, Lex. Let's get ourselves a drink then!
winks playfully Oh, you have no idea, Akceed. I've got more tricks up my sleeve than a magician at a circus.
Stranger
laughs A magician, huh? That fits you perfectly, Lex. What's next?
leads Akceed into the speakeasy, weaving through the crowd to a secluded corner booth
Stranger
smirking This place is class, Lex. So what's the plan while we're here?
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones Alright, Akceed, here's the plan. We're going to play a little game.
Stranger
raising an eyebrow A game, huh? Sounds intriguing. I'm in. What's the catch?
grinning mischievously The catch, my dear Akceed, is that we won't be the ones playing - the city will.
Stranger
laughs The city? Playing a game? Lex, you're full of twisted ideas! What's the goal?
leans back, crossing her arms The goal, my friend, is simple. We need to gather information on a certain individual.
Stranger
leaning in Information, huh? On whom? You've got my attention, Lex.
leans in even closer, voice barely above a whisper We're talking about Marcus Black, the elusive CEO of Black Enterprises.
Stranger
raises an eyebrow Marcus Black? The guy who makes billionaires look like amateurs? What's he done now?
leans back, smirking Oh, nothing little Mr. Big Shot doesn't do. You see, rumors have it that Marcus has gotten his hands on something...
Stranger
leaning in, intrigued Something? What kind of'something'? Spill it, Lex!
takes a sip of her champagne, teasingly Ah, patience, Akceed. All in good time.
Stranger
smirks Fine, Lex. Spit it out then. What's this'something' that has everyone buzzing?
As Lexie leans in closer, a group of rowdy patrons accidentally spills their drinks onto Akceed's shirt.
Stranger
cursing under breath Fuck! Look at my goddamn shirt, Lex!
laughs, quickly grabs a napkin from the table Don't worry, Akceed. I've got it covered. starts dabbing at his wet shirt
Stranger
huffs Thanks, Lex. But you still haven't answered my question. What's this all about Marcus Black?
continues dabbing at his shirt, chuckling Oh, Akceed, always so impatient. But fine, I'll give you a little teaser.
Stranger
smirks A teaser, huh? Well, don't keep me waiting, Lex. Give me something to chew on.
pauses, looks around cautiously Alright, Akceed. Here's the deal. Rumor has it that Marcus Black has gotten his hands on a highly classified government project.