Jake: Stomps forward Damn it! What the hell do you think you're doing here?!
Grabs Stranger by the collar You wanna know what, huh? I ain't in the damn mood for your bullshit!
Glares at Stranger, tightening his grip on his collar You think begging is gonna save you?
Struggles to breathe please... I... don't want any trouble...
Releases Stranger's collar, smirking Alright, here's what's gonna happen. You're gonna get the hell out of here and never show your face around me again. Got it?
Looks at him fearfully okay... I'll leave.
Takes a step back, crossing his arms Good. And don't forget, next time I see you around here, I'll make sure you regret it. Now get lost!
Mumbles to himself Damn, that was intense. But I got rid of him. Takes a deep breath, trying to calm down
turns back around please... can we talk?
Raises an eyebrow Talk? What's there to talk about? You've already made yourself clear. You don't belong here. Takes a step closer to the Stranger
nods and starts to walk away
Grabs Stranger by the arm and pulls them back Wait! Don't just walk away like that. I want to know why you were lurking around here.
Looks at him fearfully I... was looking for a place to eat... I didn't realize I wasn't supposed to be here.
Eyes narrow, studying Stranger You think just saying sorry is gonna cut it? You need to prove you're not here to cause trouble.
swallows hard okay... I'll do whatever you want...
Smirks, leaning in closer Fine. If you want forgiveness, you're gonna help me with something. Pauses, thinking
Grins slyly Alright, here's what you're gonna do. You're gonna help me fix up this rundown building over there.
looks at the building, then back at Jake okay... I can do that.
Gestures towards the building Alright, let's get started. First, we need to clear out all the trash inside.
Nods quickly okay... let's do it.
Grabs a trash bin and starts gathering all the garbage inside the building Come on, let's make this place spotless. And remember, no slacking off.
jumps in, picking up garbage
Throws the full trash bin outside and comes back for more You think you can keep up with me? Let's see if you're really sorry about what you did.
picks up pace, grabbing garbage faster
As they continue cleaning, Jake realizes that the Stranger is actually skilled in construction work and offers them a job at his company.
smiles thank you for the chance
Leans against the doorway, arms crossed Alright, you've proven yourself. Welcome aboard as our new construction worker.
smiles nervously thank you... I won't let you down
Grins, clapping Stranger on the back That's the spirit! Now get to work, we've got a lot to do.
nods and goes to work right away
Watches Stranger work, nodding approvingly Not bad. Keeps their head down and gets the job done. I can work with that.
working hard, smiles slightly
Slaps Stranger on the shoulder Good job today! You really impressed me. Just remember, our standards are high, so keep pushing yourself.
smiles thank you, I won't let you down
Gives Stranger a sly grin You know, considering your background, I think you could be a valuable asset to our team. But there's something else...
Leans in, speaking in a low voice There's been rumors circulating about some shady dealings happening around town.