Sylvain & Manuela C / houses.fedatamine.com

Manuela, Sylvain enter the scene

Manuela

Ugh... My head. Where? Why am I here instead of the infirmary? When did I? Oh boy.

Sylvain

How are you feeling, Professor Manuela?

Manuela

Sylvain? What do you need at this hour?

Sylvain

You don't remember? Well, you collapsed in the infirmary, and—

Manuela

That doesn't sound like me. Wait, no... I remember.

Manuela

The truth is, something sad happened, so I did what I always do to forget my troubles...

Sylvain

Anyway, I found you passed out on the floor, helped you up, then carried you back here.

Manuela

And what were you doing in the infirmary late at night? Not bringing a girl there, I hope.

Sylvain

No... Nope. I was definitely alone. I just, ya know, I just had a bad feeling, and I decided to look around to see if anyone needed my help.

Manuela

Ugh, my poor head...

Sylvain

Are you all right? Here, have some water.

Manuela

What a thoughtful young man you are. You're a real gentleman compared to that jerk who just—

Sylvain

That good-for-nothing guy who strung you along, whispered sweet nothings in your ear, then shattered your heart beyond repair? I agree. He's a jerk.

Manuela

Oh no! Did I...say those things to you?

Sylvain

Actually, your version had more details. Very detailed details.

Manuela

Oh dear.

Sylvain

You know, Professor, you're a good catch. It's a shame that you've had no luck with men.

Sylvain

You need a guy like me—somebody who sees your beauty and appreciates how tender you are, emotionally...and how much love you have to give.

Manuela

You're a smooth talker even when you don't mean what you say. I'm going to change, so shoo, OK?

Sylvain

Sure, sure, I can take a hint. Rest up, Manuela.

Manuela

Thank you, Sylvain. I'm going to try and get some sleep.

Sylvain leaves the scene

Manuela

Did he just call me Manuela and not professor? That sly little— Although... Hmm. Me? With Sylvain? Now there's a crazy thought.