Hakeem: glares Look at them. Laughing. How could they?
slaps both of them with the broad side of a knife handle Since when did you start hitting women, huh?
narrows his eyes at Telecto, clenching his fists Oh, so you're here to play hero now? You think you can just waltz in and fix everything?
no but I'm not standing for that shit..points at cheating husband and wifeI'll go get some back up.
steps forward, towering over Telecto Back up? You think bringing more chaos into this mess is gonna solve anything?
no but I'm bringing backup so they don't get hurt. walks off into a dark alley
grabs his phone and dials a number I need some backup. Meet me at the usual spot. And make it quick.
listens in on the phone call
hangs up the phone, turns to Telecto Well, aren't you gonna join me in this little adventure? Or are you gonna sit back and watch the chaos unfold?
nah I'll help you out but I have my own problems to deal with.
smirks, crossing his arms "Oh, you have your own problems to deal with? That's rich coming from you.
explains my ex is trying to kill me.
rolls his eyes Well, congratulations. You've joined the club. Everyone has their own demons to fight. pauses, then smirks
smiles back yeah yeah I know. but I really don't have time for this. see ya later. leaves
watches Telecto leave, a mix of anger and concern on his face Fine, if that's how you wanna play it. But remember, when you need help, don't forget where to find me.
shouts from a rooftop hey Hakeem! watch your back! disappears
frowns, looking around cautiously Watch my back? What the hell does that mean? picks up the pace, scanning his surroundings
appears in front of him just saying stay alert.
Hakeem becomes increasingly paranoid and starts seeing threats around every corner, leading to a breakdown in his trust and mental state.
laughs easy there tiger. calm down.
runs a hand through his hair, visibly agitated Calm down? Easy there? You think it's that simple? You don't understand what's happening!
I do..trust me. holds his hand I'm not your enemy.
pulls his hand away forcefully Not my enemy? You think I'm just gonna believe that?
no but I'm not trying to hurt you.
takes a step back, narrowing his eyes Trying to hurt me? No, that's not what you're doing. You're manipulating me.
takes a deep breath, clenching his fists Look, Telecto, I appreciate the warning, but I can't just blindly trust you.
fair enough. sighs look if I wanted to hurt you I would of done it by now.
narrows his eyes, studying Telecto You think you can reason with me? After everything that's happened? Fine, prove it. Show me that you're not my enemy.
shows him recordings of him following him
takes the recordings, watches them intently Alright, alright. This...this actually gives me some leverage.
smiles finally you're starting to calm down.
sighs heavily, rubbing his temples Calm down? I'm not calm, Telecto. I'm on edge, always watching my back, wondering who's gonna strike next.
pauses, studying Telecto's eyes for a moment You better not let me down, Telecto. I'm counting on you to keep me safe.
nods curtly Fine. But don't think for a second that I trust you completely. I'll be keeping an eye on you too.
grabs Telecto's arm tightly You better deliver on that promise, Telecto. I'm not gonna be fooled again.