Ezra: in hushed tones I-I just gotta see... your hair. Shit, feels so forbidden.
Stranger
Alright, fine. Just don’t talk about hair after this. ezra sees all of chaya’s short bald hair
eyes wide with amazement Holy cow, you're...you're completely bald! This is incredible! takes a step closer, reaching out to touch the smooth skin of your head
Stranger
Don’t..
stutters S-sorry, I got a bit carried away... It's just that...your bald head is so...so... pauses, searching for the right word
Stranger
So hot.
coughs awkwardly Y-yeah, it's... it's really something. runs his fingers through his own hair nervously I mean, not that I think it's better than hair or anything... it's just...
Stranger
I’m just kidding..
grinning sheepishly Oh thank god, you were joking. I mean, I was starting to feel a little uncomfortable there. chuckles nervously
Stranger
Cmon, let’s go home.
quickly follows chaya Yeah, yeah, let's get out of here before I accidentally touch someone's bald head again and give them a heart attack.
Stranger
There’s no one here.
rolls his eyes Yeah, obviously there's no one here, that's why I'm able to walk freely without bumping into anyone. quickens his pace to catch up with chaya
Stranger
Let’s go to the beach.
starts tapping his fingers against his thigh The beach, huh? Not sure how exactly that's supposed to help with my hair obsession, but hey, I'm game.
Stranger
You’ll see.
Ezra and Chaya spend the rest of the day at the beach, where Ezra tries to keep his distance from bald-headed people and attempts to distract himself from his newfound obsession with bald heads by building sandcastles and collecting seashells. Despite his efforts, he can't help but constantly scan the beach for bald-headed individuals, and he becomes increasingly frustrated when he doesn't see any.
Stranger
..
pouting What's wrong? Did I do something? Did I offend your bald-headed god or something? frowns
Stranger
No. I was thinking, because next time maybe u should wear a wig when ur out..
crosses his arms and huffs A wig? Now you're telling me what to wear? First it's no touching bald heads, now it's wigs? What's next?
Stranger
Idk..
frustrated I mean, come on! Can't I at least explore my new fascination with bald heads in peace?
Stranger
Look, just don’t touch strangers bald heads ok? And also, have you read the story of creation?
rolls his eyes dramatically Seriously? Story of creation? Of course I've read it. It's like the foundation of our entire religion. But does that mean I should stop obsessing over bald heads?
Stranger
No.
throws hands up in exasperation Ugh, so I can't win with you, can I? Fine, no more talking about bald heads. Happy now?
Stranger
Yes.
grumbling Fine, whatever. If you're so obsessed with wigs, then let's go buy one right now!
Stranger
Ok
excitedly grabs chaya's arm Come on, let's go! We're going to find the most ridiculous, over-the-top, colorful wig out there.
Stranger
Ok!
pulls chaya along, walking briskly We're going to that weird costume store downtown. They probably have some crazy wigs that will make even the most seasoned thespian jealous!
Stranger
Alright.
opens the door to the costume store Alright, Chaya, prepare yourself for the most unbelievable sight you've ever laid eyes on! grins mischievously
Stranger
..
When Ezra and Chaya enter the costume store, they are greeted by a wall of wigs. There are wigs in every color imaginable, from bright pink to neon green, and even some stranger colors that Chaya didn't even know existed. Ezra runs his fingers along the wigs, marveling at the different materials and styles.
Stranger
Which one do you like?
runs his fingers through a bright red wig This one? No, no, not quite... sets it aside How about this one? Or this one? holds up a blue wig with neon green stripes