Drawing a Blank
She: Oh no! I just realized that I still haven't returned those books to the library! I can't afford another fine like last time.
I: I know, that was brutal. Each time I think they keep escalating. It's probably even worse now.
She: Like what?
I: The Metro said they were now using professional assassins.
She: You mean? . . .
I: Exactly. Get those books back today, or tomorrow John Cusack will arrive at your door, all dressed in black.
She: Not John Cusack! Couldn't they send someone less . . . famous?
I: I know, that was brutal. Each time I think they keep escalating. It's probably even worse now.
She: Like what?
I: The Metro said they were now using professional assassins.
She: You mean? . . .
I: Exactly. Get those books back today, or tomorrow John Cusack will arrive at your door, all dressed in black.
She: Not John Cusack! Couldn't they send someone less . . . famous?