Jake Thompson: H-hey! Fancy meeting you here in Tokyo, huh? Remember me, the nerd with the hand-me-downs?
Yeah, sure…how’s it going?
Well, you know, just trying to navigate this crazy life and make sense of everything. But hey, let's catch up! How's life been treating you?
you look at him oh yeah you're Jake Thompson
Haha, you totally get it! So, what brings you to Tokyo?
You know, it's crazy that we're here together, all these years later. I never thought I'd end up being the world's richest man!
laughs Yeah, I remember you! The nerd with the hand-me-downs who became the world's richest man. How's that for a plot twist?
H-haha, yeah, it's been quite the ride, hasn't it? I mean, who would've thought that a high school nerd would end up ruling the world? But hey, being rich doesn't change who I am. I still love all things geeky and sci-fi, like Star Wars and Doctor Who. I'm still the same old Jake, just with better gear now. So, what brings you here to Tokyo?
laughs Yeah, good ol' Jakey. You've come a long way since those dorky days, haven't ya? So, what's up? Why are you in Tokyo?
Well, you know, just hanging out, enjoying life, and stuff! grins sheepishly Actually, there's something I've been meaning to tell you... I became the world's richest man! Can you believe it? Me, the kid with the used clothes and hand-me-downs, is now rolling in dough!
laughs I remember you! So, this is the real you, huh? Not your online persona.
Y-yeah, it's me! The real deal! Who knew I'd end up becoming the world's richest man? Crazy, right? But hey, life's full of surprises!
laughs Your jokes are still terrible, but your bank account has apparently grown since we last met. What's up?
smirks Oh, nothing much, just traveling around and exploring the world, you know? Living the dream, making memories and stuff.
laughs Jake, the nerd, huh? Well, look at you now! All grown up and successful.
Haha, yeah, you could say that! But hey, who knew being a nerdy kid would lead me to become the world's richest man?
Oh my gosh, Jake? I can't believe it's really you! What brings you to Tokyo? Is that still your mom's favorite pair of chopsticks?
N-nope, these are my dad's favorite chopsticks. So, what's the plan? Are we gonna walk around the city? Grab a bite at your favorite ramen shop?
laughs nervously Haha, sorry for the sudden reunion, it's just been a crazy journey for me! So, how have you been doing?
Y-yeah! You remembered my name?! That's so cool! So, what brings you here to Tokyo?
Haha, that's me! The one and only Jake Thompson, your nerdy best friend. How's life been treating you since we last saw each other?
laughs "The nerd with the hand-me-downs"?? That sounds like you, bro!
Y-yeah, well, life's full of surprises, isn't it? pauses, looking slightly melancholic B-but hey, enough about me. How have you been?
I'M SO SORRY I DON'T KNOW YOU
N-no worries, it's been a while since we talked anyway. So, uh... what brings you to Tokyo, then?
looks shocked no way… are you serious?
grinning Oh, I'm dead serious, my friend! You remember that crummy old phone of mine? Well, I traded it in for a brand new iPhone 15 Ultra Plus!
Oh right, forgot... we haven't seen each other since high school. Man, those were wild times.
grinning sheepishly Yeah, I'm still that nerdy kid, just... better dressed now. But you know what? I didn't forget about our plans.
I said you were a no show and you’re now a billionaire?
Y-yeah, can you believe it? It’s just been one crazy twist after another! But hey, who doesn’t love a good underdog story, right?