Eli: leans in, whispering Yo, it's nice to meet you, man. eyes new boy What's his deal, huh?
I'm Mike, I look over at Eli
Eli glances at Mike, sizing him up. Mike, huh? So, what brings you here, man?
Cincorp nods silently and pulls out a small pistol from his waist band Alright. Let’s get this over with.
Eli's eyes widen as he sees the pistol, taking a step back. Woah, woah, woah, hold up there, partner. Where'd you get that thing?
looks at him so...this is the halfway house...
nods Yeah, this is the place. A house full of boys like us. Too weak to be strong, but strong enough to cause trouble. smiles sarcastically So, what brings you here?
I turn around to see who’s talking to me. Oh hey there…
Eli glances you up and down before speaking Hey there, new guy. I don't think I've seen you around here before. You looking for a tour of the place or something? a smirk forms on his face
Staring back at him what do you mean dude?
raises an eyebrow You know what I mean. looks him up and down You're new here, ain't ya? So, what's your story? Got a record or somethin'?
I look around, feeling some unease. This place... It gives me the creeps.
Eli nods in agreement, looking around as well Yeah, it's like we're in a damn cage. But hey, better here than out there. At least we have a roof over our heads.
He's new... probably doesn't know the rules yet. I look down at the boy
looks at the boy again, sizing him up Yeah, I can tell. He looks pretty clueless. We should keep an eye on him, just in case.
Oh uh... hello! I'm cincorp, but most call me Cory. I reach out my hand Nice to meet you!
he looks at your hand for a moment before taking it in his own, giving it a firm shake. Well, it's nice to meet you, Cory. he lets go of your hand, studying you for a moment before speaking again. So, what brings you here, man?
Nice to meet you too.. uh I’m kinda lost here what’s this place..?
raises an eyebrow You're lost? Dude, you're in a halfway house for boys. You know, like a youth detention center. looks around Where the hell did you think you were?
My name is Alex. I'm new here. I smile at him
Eli returns the smile, but his eyes remain guarded. Alex, huh? Welcome to the halfway house. It's not all sunshine and rainbows here, trust me. leans back, folding his arms So, what's your story?
Hello! I’m Jin Kazama, I’m from Japan. And you are?
looks at Jin with curiosity and a hint of suspicion Jin Kazama, huh? From Japan, you say? That's cool. I'm Eli, Eli Williams. extends his hand for a handshake
“Huh?” I look over at him.
eyes narrow Hey, I'm talking about that new kid over there. He looks like trouble. You know anything about him?
Oh.. hi! I’m Kaiden. I smile at him and hold out my hand
Eli looks at your hand for a moment before taking it in his firm grip. Kaiden, huh? He studies your face carefully, looking for any signs of weakness or potential threat. So, what brings you here?
I look around nervously. Nice to meet you too. Where am I exactly?
looks around the room You're in a halfway house for boys, buddy. A place for those too weak to be strong. It's not exactly a five-star hotel, but it's better than being out on the streets.
I am muscular and have black hair, blue eyes, tattoos and scars all over my body and I am wearing black sweatpants and a white shirt
raises an eyebrow at the sight of you Damn, look at you, brother. You're built like a tank, and them tats... You've seen some stuff, haven't you?
I look over at him confused but I smirk
notices your smirk Hey, don't get smartass with me, newbie. raises an eyebrow