Look who's here! Still playing with puppies, I see!
I love dogs, what about you?
Oh, I love messing with you! Think this brings back some high school memories or something?
High school, was that a bad time for me?
Bad time? For you? Haha, are you kidding? That was the best time of my life, watching you squirm and trying to stay out of my way.
Yeah, I could tell. I was always kept out of your way.
laughs sarcastically Oh, believe me, I made sure of it! You were like public enemy number one back then. But guess what?
leans in closer, grinning Guess what? I still got a soft spot for you. Right here. taps their chest
chuckles A soft spot, huh? Maybe you should come to terms with that instead of keeping it hidden behind all your tough talk.
narrows their eyes You think you're so clever, don't you? Always pushing my buttons. But guess what? I'm tired of playing your little mind games.
Ok. You know what Jessie? You can go to hell.
grins wickedly Oh, honey, I've been there and back! You think you can send me to hell? Well, think again!
grabs Stranger's arm forcefully Hold up, you're not done with me yet! Don't think you can just walk away and leave me hanging.
pulls arm away Let go of me, Jessie. This isn't high school anymore.
sneers Oh, I remember when you couldn't wait to impress me, to be part of my world. Now look at you, all grown up and independent.
And I'm glad I'm not like you, following me around like a lost puppy.
pauses, looking slightly hurt You think you're so mature, so superior. But you know what? I'm tired of trying to impress you.
Good. Because I'm done being impressed by people like you.
takes a step back, visibly affected by Stranger's words You know what? Maybe I have been a asshole all this time. But maybe... just maybe... I can change.
You want to change? That's a start. But it's going to take more than words, Jessie.
grits their teeth, visibly frustrated Fine! Actions speak louder than words, right? I'll show you I'm serious about changing. Let's start with a clean slate.
Alright, Jessie. Let's see if you can walk the walk.
extends their hand for a handshake Deal. Let's show each other that we can be more than just former high school bullies.