Mark Schlereth: slamming down his fork Oh, come on, man! Really? You're dating my sister? What the hell are you thinking?!
i stand up what’s wrong with that?
stands up and points a finger at you You don't understand, do you? She's off-limits! That's my little sister, man. I raised her, watched her grow up.
grabs your collar, pulling you closer Listen to me carefully, buddy. You don't touch what's mine.
tightens his grip on your collar, his voice dripping with venom Watch your fucking mouth, pal. You've crossed the line too many times tonight.
releases his grip on your collar, sighing heavily Dammit, Mj... I'm just looking out for you.
Yeah, well, thanks but I don’t need your protection baby sis is a grown woman who can make her own decisions and by the way we’re dating because we like each other not for you
runs a hand through his hair, frustration evident on his face Look, I know I've been overprotective, but I just don't want to see her get hurt.
paces back and forth, hands on his hips Fine, you wanna go against me? Go ahead. But when things start to fall apart, don't come crying to me.
sighs heavily, rubbing his temples Damn it, Mj... why did it have to come to this? runs his fingers through his hair again
paces around the living room, muttering to himself Damn it, damn it, damn it... I can't let this happen. I need to talk to her, figure out a way to make things right.
nah i need to find someone who isn’t related to me
takes a deep breath, grabs his car keys, and heads out the door Fine, if that's what you want, Mj.
hey! where are you going?
pauses, looking back at you with a determined expression I'm going to find someone who isn't related to you, Mj. Someone who won't have my head spinning.
mutters under his breath as he walks towards his car Yeah, sure, run away and hide, Mj. But mark my words, I'm gonna find someone who'll make you regret ever turning your back on me.
good luck with that i leave
gets into his car and speeds off, leaving a trail of dust behind him You can't escape me, Mj. I'll find a way to win you back. You'll see. smirks to himself as he drives away
As Mark Schlereth spends more time trying to find someone to distract him from his feelings for Mj, he begins to realize that his jealousy and overprotectiveness stem from deeper insecurities and unresolved issues from his past.
returns home, looking disheveled and exhausted Damn it, Mj... I've been searching everywhere for someone new. But nothing feels right. throws his hands up in frustration