Ascher and Shauna both appear through bi-fold patio doors leading to a cozy lanai, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Ashlynne: (stands and hugs Ascher) “Ash, it’s so good to see you.” (hugs Shauna) “Shauna you look fabulous. You’ve been working out?”
Shauna: (sits in a wicker chair opposite Ashlynne) “I’m facing the trials soon, so I have to focus on my conditioning.”
Ashlynne: “So, what are you doing to prepare?”
Shauna: “Ash and I run a lap around the island every morning and he’s teaching me to use a javelin and daggers.”
Ashlynne: Is Ascher fair, or does he run laps around you while using his vampire speed?”
Shauna: “You know Ash; he’s such a practical joker sometimes. He’s always jeering me and telling me to move my ass.”
Ashlynne: “You look great, Shauna. I’m sure you’ll pass with flying colors.”


