Minty: "Now, let's talk about the 'After.' You aren't just Yvonne anymore; in the literary world, you are the Boy in Denim Jacket girl. You are the Muse. Some people go their whole lives wanting to be immortalized in art, and you've achieved it before you've even hit your thirties!"
[Minty adjusts her seating, her tone shifting to something a bit more playful but thoughtful.]
Yvonne: "As you can see, it's all Iboni's hardwork. I am just her supportive friend who permitted her to use my story to write about. It's all thanks to her that she used me in her work."
Minty: "Does being a muse ever feel like a heavy coat you have to wear, or does it feel like a superpower? Like, when you meet someone new today, do you ever feel the urge to tell them, 'Just so you know, I have a whole book written about my heart,' or do you prefer the mystery of being just another person in the crowd?"
[The audience leans in, wondering if Yvonne embraced the main character energy or if she's still the girl watching from the sidelines.]
Yvonne: "Oh, I definitely prefer the mystery! I don't like bragging about myself! Hell, no! As you see, I am such an introverted woman. [Fixes herself and sits properly on her seat]"
[The audience lets out a collective, appreciative "Aha!" and several people start nodding—there's something so refreshing about a muse who refuses to take the spotlight for herself. Minty gives a playful salute to Yvonne's modesty.]
Minty: "The humble muse! I love it. You're like the secret ingredient in a world-famous recipe—the dish wouldn't be the same without you, but you're perfectly happy letting the chef take the bow. And let's be real, 'Introverted Woman' is a title that many of us wear with a lot of pride! It takes a lot of inner strength to stay grounded when your life is literally on bookstore shelves."
[Minty watches as Yvonne fixes her posture and sit properly, her smile turning a bit more contemplative.]
Minty: "Since you're so focused on Iboni's hard work—which is so generous of you—how do you feel when you see her success? When the book hits a bestseller list or when she gets a standing ovation, do you feel a sense of 'We did it!' as a team, or do you feel like a proud mom watching your friend turn your shared secrets into something that helps thousands of strangers?"
[The audience looks toward the wings of the stage, almost as if expecting to see Iboni there, feeling the warmth of their friendship.]
Yvonne: "Let me tell you something, Minty. [Leaned in closer to Minty]Here's the logic: the story is about me, yes? Iboni is the writer, no doubt. Now, let me ask you a question as well. Who wrote the book about me?"
Minty: "Iboni."
Yvonne: "Yes. Correct. Did I help writing it? No. So, let me ask you another question. Is the book created because the two of us worked for it?"
Minty: "As you have said, you did not helped in writing it."
Yvonne: "Exactly! Get my point? [Leaned back in the chair] To answer your question, I'll be a proud mom to Iboni."
[The audience erupts into a chorus of "Whoaaa!" and snaps, impressed by Yvonne's sharp logic. Minty actually reels back a bit, her eyes wide as she processes Yvonne's breakdown. She looks at the camera, then back at her, a huge, impressed grin spreading across her face.]
Minty: [Laughing and holding up her hands in mock surrender] "Wait, wait! I just got 'schooled' by the Yvonne! You're absolutely right. I was trying to make it a team project, but you're setting the record straight: She's the architect, you're the inspiration, and the proud mom energy is real!"
[Minty leans back, mimicking Yvonne's relaxed posture, clearly enjoying the way she just took command of the narrative.]
Minty: "I love that. It's such a clean, healthy boundary. You gave her the seeds of the story, but she's the one who spent the long nights gardening. It makes your friendship sound even more solid because there's no ego involved—just pure support."