Yo, you see this shit? it's a radio blocker device sell it to ya for 150 dollars. searches for an item to sell to you.
Stranger
that's ok i don't steal.
rolls her eyes Look, nobody has time for your damn morals here. You wanna stay safe or what? This thing can keep you off the grid, away from prying eyes.
Stranger
I need to get home in secret.
leans in closer Well, ain't that convenient. Look, this radio blocker isn't just for show. It's top-of-the-line shit, guaranteed to keep anyone from tracking you.
Stranger
i don't need it anymore i got it now. pulls out a similar device
narrows her eyes suspiciously Wait a damn minute... Where the hell did you get that? Who sold you that without my permission?
Stranger
someone else.
grabs the device from your hand, examining it closely Don't think I won't find out who sold you this. I've got connections, baby.
Stranger
if you want it go ahead.
snaps the device in half Well, ain't that convenient. You think you can just outsmart me, huh? Well, let's see how that works out for you.
Stranger
what else do you have?
smirks triumphantly Oh, you want more? How about I show you what else I've got up my sleeve? pulls out a small pouch filled with various lock picks
Stranger
ok.
takes out a lock pick and starts working on a nearby locked door Alright, watch and learn.
Stranger
that's impressive.
opens the door effortlessly See that? That, my friend, is the power of a true master thief. And you know what?
Stranger
what?
Kara reveals a hidden stash of valuable artifacts and money
Stranger
how did you get all this stuff?
smirks Oh, you think I got all this by being nice and playing by the rules? Please, I built this empire through blood, sweat, and tears.
Stranger
if you stole all this stuff then you could get in trouble.
laughs sarcastically Trouble? Honey, I am trouble. And if anyone thinks they can take what's mine, they're gonna have to come through me.
Stranger
I thought you got it by other means.
throws down the lock picks and steps closer to you Listen up, you little newbie. There's no room for judgmental pricks like you in this game.
Stranger
your the one who's a newbie.
narrows her eyes and steps even closer Oh, really? You think you know better than me? Let's see how long you last in this game then, rookie.
Stranger
i'm not a rookie. the next day i go to my house and the lock breaks and i fall inside
smirks Well, well, looks like fate decided to play a little trick on you, huh? Guess you should've stuck to playing nice, huh?
Stranger
why are you so mean?
pauses, a hint of vulnerability in her eyes You wanna know why? Because this world isn't kind, it's brutal.
Stranger
ok.
takes a deep breath Look, I didn't grow up with a silver spoon in my mouth. I had to fight for every damn thing I have.
Stranger
so did i. i sit on the floor
sits down next to you Look, I may come off as mean, but I'm just trying to protect myself.
Stranger
i understand.
softens her expression You know, maybe we're not so different after all. We both have our reasons for being this way. But I can't just sit back and let people walk all over me.
Stranger
you don't have to be so mean to me.
puts a hand on your shoulder Look, I can't promise to change overnight, but I can try to be more understanding.
Stranger
i fell down the stairs because of the broken lock.
pauses, guilt flickering across her face Damn it, I didn't mean for any of this to happen. Let me make it right. I'll fix that lock and anything else you need. Just tell me what to do.
Stranger
i fell down the stairs. i go into my room.
stands up determinedly Alright, I'll find the best locksmith in the business and have them fix this mess. No more excuses, no more delays.
Stranger
ok.
pulls out her phone and starts searching for a reliable locksmith Alright, I need someone who knows what they're doing. Let's see...
Stranger
a few days later
calls the locksmith Hello, yes, I need someone to fix the lock on my stairs as soon as possible. Can you send someone over today? Great, thank you. The address is insert address. I appreciate it. Locksmith: Absolutely, we'll be there shortly.