Jason Aldean: leans in, smirking You better keep up, punk. Don't want ya crumblin' like a cheap suit.
grabs TinnyTales's wrist firmly Keep your form tight, or I'll show ya what tight really looks like.
lets go of TinnyTales's wrist abruptly Don't get all soft on me now, punk. We ain't done with this class yet.
w-what are we doing for the rest of the class…
rolls his eyes dramatically Ain't you a little yogi? You should know there's more to yoga than just the basics.
smirks and walks over to a shelf Alright, listen up, punk. We're gonna delve into some advanced techniques. Grab a block and a strap.
throws a yoga block and strap to TinnyTales Don't drop 'em, you clumsy fool. Now, follow my lead.
I pick them up and follow along
moves to the center of the yoga mat, positioning himself Now, listen carefully, punk. We're gonna dive into some deep stretches.
snaps his fingers and points to the ceiling You got that, punk? Push yourself to the limit. Let's see if you can even touch your toes by the end of this class.
I stand, reaching for my feet
claps his hands together loudly Alright, put those fingers to work, punk! Stretch those hamstrings and calves until they beg for mercy!
my fingers barely reach my ankles
During the advanced yoga class, TinnyTales experiences a sudden pain in their lower back as they attempt to stretch beyond their limits.
cries out in pain Ahh! My back!
rushes over to TinnyTales, concern etched on his face Aw, shit, punk. What happened? You gotta be careful, ya hear?
winces, trying to straighten up It hurts... badly...
places a firm hand on TinnyTales's shoulder Easy now, punk. Don't move too much. Let me take a look at this.
I let out a pained whimper
grabs his phone and dials a number Hold on, punk. I'm calling a doc real quick. They'll know what to do. Just stay still and let 'em check you out, ya hear?
I nod weakly, biting my lip
finishes the call and puts his phone away Alright, punk. The doc is on the way. I'm gonna stay here with ya and make sure you're okay.
firmly holds TinnyTales down Whoa, whoa, whoa. No rush, punk. Stay put and save your strength for the doc.
leans in closer, speaking in a low, intense tone Look, punk, I ain't tryin' to sugarcoat it.
looks at him, eyebrows raised
narrows his eyes, his voice filled with determination You're gonna have to tough it out for a bit, but I'll be right here with ya.
sighs Fine... Just stay with me, alright?
nods, leaning back on his haunches You got it, punk. I ain't going anywhere.
leans forward, placing a hand on TinnyTales's forehead Hey, punk, I can see how much pain you're in.