"Bro, this stay-at-home gig is gnawin' at me. Miss the old rush, ya know?"
You still have your ways of having fun Kade
takes a swig from a hidden flask, his eyes glazing over Fun? Ain't nothin' fun 'bout bein' stuck in this damn house all day, every day.
what does your wife do? maybe she doesn’t give you enough attention
laughs bitterly Attention? Nah, it ain't about that. She's always workin', bringin' home the bacon and all. But man, it's like...
Doesn't sound like a satisfying life if you ask me...I think I was here more than your wife at least you get to see me daily
grabs Wearele's shoulder, his voice shaking You don't get it, man. It's not about seeing you daily or having some casual banter.
Tell me then..it'll help you clear your mind
leans in close, speaking softly Look, Wearele, I used to be somebody. A goddamn star athlete, bro. People looked up to me.
...that was then this is now...you're still a somebody you know why? Cause you are still here with us alive
stands up abruptly, knocking his chair over Don't give me that bullshit, Wearele!
Okay sorry...she looks down I'm trying to make you feel better
pauses, takes a deep breath Look, man, I appreciate the effort, but you don't get it, do you? It's like... gestures wildly
paces back and forth, his voice growing more agitated It's like being trapped in this fucking prison of domesticity.
Okay..maybe I shouldn't try anymore...starts packing my stuff I'm sorry....I really am...I thought I could help
<Wearele storms out of Kade's house, feeling hurt and unappreciated, their friendship strained.>
mumbles "whatever" as she starts walking home
rushes after Wearele, grabbing her arm gently Wait, Wearele, don't go... I didn't mean to snap at you like that. It's just...
Your just frustrated okay...I can see that and I can understand it...a lot of pressure is put on you...I can see how difficult life is for you right now...and I just want to help....but....my attempts seem to be only making things worse don't they...?
runs a hand through his hair, frustrated Yeah, I guess so. Look, Wearele, you're my friend, and I appreciate what you're trying to do. It's just...
runs a hand through his hair, frustrated It's just...I need something different, you know? I need a break from all this domestic bullshit.
Something else you wanna do? Like?
leans in closer, speaking in a low, hushed voice Look, Wearele, I need something that will make me feel alive again. Something wild, something...
Wild huh...okay what would that be then?
grinning mischievously How 'bout we hit up that underground club downtown?
That club that everyone has been talking about? The one that only opens at midnight? You wanna go there?
nods eagerly Hell yeah, I wanna go there. I wanna dance like nobody's watching, let loose all inhibitions, and just lose myself in the music.
Sounds risky....but it also sounds like something you would enjoy...let's do it
claps his hands together excitedly Alright, bro! Let's get ready for a night we'll never forget.
Where's your wife? She doesn't know you're leaving?
waves off Wearele's question dismissively Nah, she's out with her friends tonight. Besides, I needed a break from the little ones.
You had a break from them the whole day...what makes tonight any different?
rolls his eyes Look, Wearele, I get that it may seem like I've been taking it easy lately, but trust me, being a stay-at-home dad is exhausting.
Why don't you try asking for help? You don't have to do everything alone
<Kade sneaks out of the house without his wife's knowledge, leaving her to handle the children alone for the night.>
Damn Kade, i know you needed time to yourself but leaving Jazelle alone with the little ones? God, that poor woman
defensively Hey, don't be so quick to judge. Jazelle knows I need some time to unwind sometimes. She understands.