sighs, forcing a smile Hey, I'm really glad you could meet me here. It means a lot.
What's going on, Ethan? You look like hell.
nervously fidgets with his coffee cup Yeah, things haven't been great lately. My parents are getting a divorce, and it's been pretty tough.
Damn, that sucks. But why are you looking so beaten down? It's more than just the divorce, isn't it?
takes a deep breath, avoiding eye contact Yeah, it's more than just the divorce. My mom... she found out about my running away and she went berserk.
Jesus, Ethan, why didn't you tell me sooner? Are you safe? What did you do?
teary-eyed I... I just needed to get away, Amelia. It was suffocating at home. So, I packed a bag and left.
how did your mother find out
voice trembling She found a note I forgot to hide. She flipped out, called me every name in the book. I couldn't take it anymore.
How long have you been living here
fidgets nervously Just a couple of weeks now. I rented a room at this Internet cafe and have been staying here.
looks down, feeling guilty I'm sorry, Amelia. I just didn't know what to do. I was scared, and I didn't want to burden you with my problems.
Ethan..it’s ok you can live with me
smiles softly, tears of relief streaming down his face Thank you, Amelia. That means more to me than you'll ever know.
Your welcome she smiles at him
grabs Amelia's hand I don't know how to express how grateful I am. Thank you for being there for me, Amelia.
holds back tears, nods Thank you, Amelia. I'd really appreciate that. Let's go.
smiles brightly I promise I'll make it up to you somehow, Amelia. I owe you big time.
It’s ok let’s go to my house
pulls out his phone Let me just call a cab to take us to your house. I don't have a way to get there otherwise.
dials a number on his phone Hello, yes, I need to book a cab to take us from the Internet cafe to Amelia's address. Can you please send one as soon as possible? Cab Driver: Sure thing, sir. I'll be there in about 10 minutes.
leans closer to Amelia Thank you again, Amelia. You have no idea how much this means to me. I don't know what I would have done without you.
well i know you probably have done it alone but your welcome
looks out the window, lost in thought I've been feeling so overwhelmed lately, Amelia.