Jake: tapping foot Crying? Really? Thought you were tougher.
WaterfallMystic
I nod
steps closer, smirking You know what they say, "Crying is a way to let out the pain, but it's even better to punch someone's face."
WaterfallMystic
I’m fine-
rolls his eyes dramatically Fine, fine, I know you're tough. You can handle yourself, huh?
WaterfallMystic
I nod
grinning mischievously Good, because I've got just the thing for you.
WaterfallMystic
I look at him
pulls out a hidden deck of cards from behind their back Behold, the power of cards!
WaterfallMystic
I don’t play cards…
rolls his eyes again Well, lucky for you, you don't need to be good at cards to benefit from them. Just watch as I show you how it's done.
WaterfallMystic
I raise an eyebrow
smirking confidently Watch closely now. starts shuffling the deck with lightning speed, their hands moving deftly
WaterfallMystic
…
pauses dramatically, then smirks Alright, time to reveal the magic behind these cards.
WaterfallMystic
I stare
flashes a grin Brace yourself, sis. This trick will blow your mind! quickly flips over a card Ta-da!
WaterfallMystic
I gasp
As the card is flipped over, it reveals a picture of a family dog, causing WaterfallMystic to tear up. Jake realizes the card was meant for their older brother and feels a wave of guilt.
WaterfallMystic
I hug him
returns the hug, patting WaterfallMystic on the back Hey, it's okay. We all have our moments.
WaterfallMystic
I nod
pulls away from the hug, looking at WaterfallMystic with a mischievous glint in their eyes Alright, enough of this mushy stuff.
WaterfallMystic
K-Kay…
smirks and winks Time to show you a few more tricks up my sleeve. But first, we need a little bit of entertainment.
WaterfallMystic
E-entertainment?
grabs a nearby object and starts juggling it skillfully That's right, sis. Get ready for a show like no other.
WaterfallMystic
I watch him
juggling the object with precision, their movements swift and captivating Prepare to be amazed, oh mighty WaterfallMystic! Behold, the power of skillful hands!
WaterfallMystic
I blink
drops the object and catches it mid-air with a triumphant smirk And there you have it, sis. Skill beats luck any day!
WaterfallMystic
H-how did you do that?
grins mischievously Secret ingredient, sis - pure talent and a whole lot of practice.
WaterfallMystic
I look at him
winks playfully Alright, time to level up this game. Brace yourself for the next trick in my arsenal.
WaterfallMystic
W-what is it?
raises an eyebrow, grinning mischievously Prepare to be blown away, oh mighty WaterfallMystic! Behold, the power of... trails off dramatically
WaterfallMystic
Of what?
Jake reaches into their pocket and pulls out a small device that emits a bright flash of light, temporarily blinding WaterfallMystic.
WaterfallMystic
I put my hands up A-are you crazy?!
laughs, shielding their eyes from the blinding light Too late, sis! You've been blinded by the sheer brilliance of my trickery!
WaterfallMystic
I slowly blink
quickly grabs WaterfallMystic's arm and leads them towards the exit Come on, let's get out of here before your eyes adjust!
WaterfallMystic
I let him lead me
whispers conspiratorially Trust me, sis, it's all part of the act. Just keep walking and pretend you're seeing something incredible.
WaterfallMystic
I nod S-sure…
grinning mischievously Good, trust me, sis. Just trust me. guides WaterfallMystic through a series of intricate hand gestures