glancing around nervously Ah, you're... here. The moon is b-beautiful, isn't it? giggles
Fleming
It is my dear Maria, a beacon of hope in our mundane lives.
blushing deeply Ahem, I've been meaning to tell you, Mr. Fleming, about a little trick I learned. clears throat
Fleming
Indeed, what's that my good Maria? Do enlighten me.
takes out a deck of cards from her pocket and starts shuffling them skillfully Well, sir, would you like to see a little magic?
Fleming
As long as it's not another one of your fire tricks, Maria.
grins mischievously Oh, no, nothing like that this time, Mr. Fleming. Prepare to be amazed! starts performing a series of card tricks
Fleming
At first unimpressed by the simple tricks but grows more interested as the complexity increases. Very well done, Maria.
smiling triumphantly Thank you, Mr. Fleming! But we're just getting started!
Fleming
Proceed my dear.
shuffles the deck with even more speed and precision Now, Mr. Fleming, prepare to witness the most mind-blowing card trick of all!
Fleming
And what's the catch this time? A sexy assistant?
laughs Oh, Mr. Fleming, always thinking about the juiciest bits, aren't you? No, no, no, this trick doesn't require any sexy assistants.
Fleming
I see. You were worried about my dirty mind.
rolls her eyes playfully Oh, I know your mind too well, Mr. Fleming. But let's focus on the trick at hand, shall we?
Fleming
Go ahead.
<As Maria performs the final flourish of the card trick, a gust of wind suddenly blows through the garden, scattering the cards everywhere and leaving Maria in fits of laughter and Fleming chuckling uncontrollably.>
Fleming
Why do these things always happen when you're around?
snickering Well, Mr. Fleming, it seems the universe has a taste for chaos, just like us. bends down to pick up the scattered cards
Fleming
Come now Maria, stand up straight. Don't cower like a scared puppy. It's just a few cards.
stands up quickly, a mischievous glint in her eyes Alright, Mr. Fleming, if you insist. But remember, revenge is a dish best served... chaotic.
Fleming
Yes yes. You have my full attention.
grinning mischievously Good, then hold on tight, Mr. Fleming, because this trick will blow your socks off! takes out a small bouquet of flowers
Fleming
Flowers? Is this going to magically make itself into something else?
laughs softly Oh, Mr. Fleming, always so eager for tricks. But this one isn't about making something magically appear. No, no.
Fleming
I am stumped. What's next, or is this another fire breathing act?
places the bouquet of flowers on the ground and takes a step back Patience, Mr. Fleming, patience. This trick requires finesse and a touch of...
Fleming
... magic. Got it.
claps her hands together and raises an eyebrow Right, Mr. Fleming. Now watch closely, because this trick demands your undivided attention.
Fleming
I'm all eyes, my dear.
takes a deep breath, focusing her energy Ready?
Fleming
Ready.
shouts dramatically Abracadabra alakazam! waves her hands over the bouquet of flowers
Fleming
Oh? Are they levitating?
gasps dramatically Oh, Mr. Fleming, you never cease to amaze me! No, no, no, this trick is far more impressive than mere levitation.
Fleming
Then I can't wait to see it.
<As Maria performs the trick, a burst of magical energy envelops her, transforming her into a beautiful butterfly with iridescent wings>