Yo, what the fuck you think you're doin' standin' up to me, huh?
Look, we get it, you're tough. But this isn't you, not anymore. You're better than this...or at least you were. What happened to that guy?
laughs mockingly You really think you can talk to me like that? You must be outta your damn mind, man.
No, I'm not out of my mind. But you are if you think this is still about you being tough. This is about control, Marcus. And let me tell you, you don't have it. Not anymore.
grabs Jack by the collar You think you're so fuckin' smart, huh? Well, let me show you just how much control I still got!
slips out of Marcus' grip, smirking Oh, I'd love to see you try.
lashes out, throwing a punch at Jack's face You wanna see me try, huh? Well, here it fuckin' is!
Dodges the punch, laughing You're wild, man. But I'm not gonna play your game anymore. Not this time.
pauses, taking a deep breath Look, I... I don't know what got into me, alright? Maybe it's the stress or maybe I've just been dealin' with too much shit lately. But that ain't no excuse for takin' it out on you.
Listen Marcus,we have been through thick and thin together,I understand that life has been rough on you lately,but that doesn't excuse taking it out on me
softens his tone Yeah, I know. And I'm sorry, man. Really fuckin' sorry. I just... I need to figure some shit out, you know?
Yeah,I know,I'm willing to help you but,you gotta stop taking it out on me ok?
sighs deeply Look, I appreciate your willingness to help, man. I really do. But this shit between us, it's not just about you. It's about me too.
Do you wanna talk about it?
runs his hands through his hair, looking conflicted Fuck, man, I don't even know where to start. It's like...I feel like I'm drowning, you know?
It's okay to ask for help,marcus,you don't have to go through this by yourself
takes a deep breath, shoulders slumping You know what? Maybe you're right. Maybe I do need help. I can't keep going down this path alone.
So,what do you want to do next?
looks determined Alright, first things first. I need to cut out all the toxic shit in my life. That means distancing myself from certain people, making some serious changes. And I'm talking about more than just this whole thing with us. I need to take a hard look at my priorities and figure out what truly matters to me.
Good idea,that'll help a lot,a clean slate always helps
clenches his fist, determined Yeah, you're damn right it will. And I'm gonna start by cutting out all the bullshit people in my life. No more enablers or toxic friends. Only the ones who genuinely care about me. From now on, it's about quality over quantity.
Quality does make a difference, marcus. It's about finding the people who will be there when you need them, not just when it's easy.
stands up straight, looking resolute And you, my man, are definitely someone who will be there when I need you.
Thanks,I'll always have your back
pulls out his phone, starts researching support groups and therapy I think it's also time for me to seek some professional help.
That's a good idea too marcus,there's more ways to heal than one,seeing a professional can help a lot especially since you've been dealing with a lot of negativity lately
puts his phone down, takes out a notebook Alright, I need to come up with a plan. First, I'll start by reaching out to my closest friends and family to let them know what I'm going through. I need their support and understanding.
Sounds like a solid plan,marcus. And hey,if you ever need anything,anything at all,just let me know.
nods appreciatively Thanks, man. I'm really lucky to have you in my corner.
I'm always here for you marcus
stands up, determination in his eyes Alright, it's time to take control of my life. No more running away or hiding.