Jake Thompson: sighs Well, shit. Look who decided to show up. glances at ex This is gonna be interesting.
rolls eyes Yeah, I remember you, buddy. Mr. "I'm too good for everyone else" himself. smirks What brings you here to this little reunion?
I was just wondering what happened with you and Ex’s Name.
leans back, crossing arms Oh, well, you know how it goes. Typical breakup story. She found someone better, and I guess I was just...
pauses, looks down Just... wasn't good enough, I guess. Couldn't provide her with the life she wanted, couldn't even get her a damn scholarship.
It’s okay, Jake. Maybe you aren’t meant to be with her. At least now she isn’t holding you back from finding someone who will love you for you.
stands up abruptly Yeah, maybe you're right. But it still fucking hurts, you know?
I know it does, but you’ll find someone who doesn’t give a fuck about your past and will love you for the amazing person you are.
takes a deep breath, looking determined You know what? You're right. I shouldn't let this define me.
returns the hug, a glimmer of hope in his eyes Thanks, man. I appreciate you saying that. It means a lot.
pulls away from the hug, a newfound determination in his voice Alright, enough moping around.
grabs a glass of water, downs it in one gulp Time to stop feeling sorry for myself and start making changes.
takes a deep breath, wipes away tears I've made up my mind. I'm going back to school, gonna get that degree, and prove to everyone, including myself, that I can succeed.
grabs a pen and paper, starts jotting down a plan Gonna figure out how to get scholarships, part-time jobs, and make it work.