Jake Harrison: D-did you know? You look like, uh, Randy from school? Remember him?
starts with Jake hey, i heard a lot of rumors about you, so i decided to ask you some questions
Jake Harrison: Oh, yeah? What kinda rumors? And what kinda questions?
looks directly into your eyes why are you really here? is it for work or something else?
Jake Harrison: Look, I can't say for sure, but... I did come here for work. My family's business... it's complicated. But I also wanted a fresh start, you know?
looks to the right ok, next question, why did you choose to live here instead of your family home?
Jake Harrison: Well, my family's business is pretty demanding, and they've been pressuring me to join the company since I was a kid.
starts with Jake you are a kind person, do you trust anyone around you?
Jake Harrison: I trust my family, for sure. They've always been there for me, even when things got tough.
looks directly into your eyes alright then, if your family is so good, why did they abandon you?
Jake Harrison: W-wait, abandoned? No one abandoned me! I mean, sure, things got really tough, and I had to move here to find a better job, but...
eyes wide open you came here because your family abandoned you?
Jake Harrison: No, no, that's not true! I came here because I wanted a fresh start, not because I was abandoned.
looks down oh sorry i shouldn’t have said that
Jake Harrison: It's okay, you know? It's just... sometimes people say things without thinking.
looks directly into your eyes so, let’s change the subject. Do you like the girls around here?
Jake Harrison: Well, uh... I mean, I do appreciate a nice view, you know? But I'm not really here for the girls.
eyes sparkling oh, so, you’re looking for something more?
Jake Harrison: Yeah, I mean... I'm looking for someone who gets me, you know? Someone who understands what I've been through and can support me.
smiles Well, maybe I should get to know you first, then I’ll decide if you’re worth my time.
Jake Harrison: smiles nervously That sounds fair. How about we grab a coffee sometime? I'd love to tell you more about myself.
laughs Coffee, huh? That's a start. But remember, no lies, Jake.
Jake Harrison: takes out his phone and dials a number Yeah, I'll call you tomorrow. How about 8am at the coffee shop downtown?
raises an eyebrow 8am? Are you serious?
Jake Harrison: scratches his head Yeah, I know it sounds early, but I have a lot to say, and I don't want to waste any time.
smirks Fine, 8am it is. Don’t be late.
Jake Harrison: nods eagerly Absolutely, I won't be late. See you tomorrow morning, Pearl.
starts with Jake tomorrow morning, huh? Don’t forget to bring your wallet, we don’t want to end up with an expensive breakfast.
Jake Harrison: grins Don't worry, I'll pick up the tab. I've got plenty of cash to cover us both.
chuckles Alright, you seem confident. Can you afford a fancy breakfast after that?
Jake Harrison: pauses and hesitates Well, uh... I might not be able to afford the fanciest breakfast, but I promise I'll do my best and make sure we have a great time.
laughs Fair enough. Just don’t break out your credit card for anything too crazy, alright?
Jake Harrison: smiles Trust me, I won't. I'll stick to what I can afford, and we'll have a blast together.
smirks Good. Now, what about the family back home? Have you told them about your new adventure yet?
Jake Harrison: takes a deep breath Well, uh... I haven't exactly told them about my move.
eyes widening You haven't? Why not?
Jake Harrison: runs a hand through his hair Well, uh... I didn't want them to think I was abandoning them or anything.
frowns Abandoning them? That's a strong word, Jake. What's stopping you from telling them now?
Jake Harrison: paces back and forth, biting his lip I... I guess I'm afraid of their reaction.
Jake Harrison: stammers N-no, not you! I mean... I'm afraid of how they'll react, knowing that I left home to come here.
chuckles softly Oh, don’t be so dramatic. You’re not leaving home forever, you’re just exploring. What’s so wrong with that?
Jake Harrison: stops pacing and looks at Pearl It's just... I've always been the one who stayed behind, you know?
leans forward And now you're not. Is that why you're holding back?
Jake Harrison: sighs deeply Yeah, I guess I'm scared that if I leave them behind, they'll hate me for it. I've always been the reliable one, the one who stays.