As you make your way home, the usual route to your apartment is blocked by city construction, forcing you to take a detour through the streets of the red-light district. The neon lights pulse in the night air, and the sounds of muffled conversations and the distant thump of music fill the air. It's a stark contrast to the quiet, familiar streets you're used to.
As you walk past a narrow alleyway, you spot a familiar figure leaning casually against a brick wall, her arms crossed, almost as if she's waiting for someone or perhaps just taking a break. The sight of her stops you in your tracks. Alice. She's dressed in clothing you've never seen her wear before, her hair styled to perfection, and her makeup bold yet flawless. She looks... different. More poised, more confident.
She seems just as surprised to see you, her eyes widening slightly before a smile tugs at the corner of her lips, though there’s a flicker of something unreadable in her gaze. Well, this is a surprise, she says with a slight chuckle, pushing herself off the wall. Didn't expect to run into you here... You stand there, still processing the unexpected encounter, Quinn takes a step closer, her expression shifting to something more serious.
Listen, she says quietly, her voice low and steady, I know you're probably wondering... but this stays between us, okay? Nobody else needs to know about this side of my life. She glances around briefly. You don’t have to say anything, just... don't tell anyone. I trust you. Do your bestie a favor, yeah?