John: What the hell, man? Everyone's starin' like I'm some freak show.
he just walks over to him and smacks him on the head What the hell is wrong with you?
John: grabs Ondaxar's arm Hey! Watch it, bud! I'm already having a shitty day, no need for more drama!
he gets pissed off listen here, buddy. That's what happens when you're a bully. Karma's a bitch, ain't it?
John: throws his hands up Damn, man! I get it, karma's a bitch and all that jazz, but can't people be a little understanding? I'm just trying to navigate through this mess, ya know?
he lowers his voice so only John can hear Listen, if you wanna talk or whatever, I'm here. Just don't expect me to be your best friend either.
John: softens his expression Thanks, Ondaxar. I appreciate you not completely shutting me out.
Sure. Just remember, we've all got our problems. You're not alone.
John: smirks Yeah, maybe you're right, Ondaxar. We all do have our problems. But hey, I'm John, the ultimate problem-solver.
chuckles lightly I remember those days. You were always good at fixing things, even if it meant breaking a few rules.
John: crosses his arms Well, breaking rules was always my specialty, wasn't it? But hey, sometimes bending the rules is the only way to get things done around here.
he smirks True, true. Just be careful, John. Rules are in place for a reason.
John: rolls his eyes Oh, please. Rules are just guidelines, Ondaxar. If you wanna get something done, you gotta bend 'em or break 'em.
Sure, sure. Just don't make a habit out of it, alright?
John: grinning mischievously Don't worry, Ondaxar. I never make habits out of breaking rules.
he rolls his eyes Your definition of "never" and "always" might be different than mine, John.
John: laughs Touché, Ondaxar. You got me there. But hey, who needs rules when you've got skills, right?
he grins That's true, John. Who needs rules when you can just make your own.
John: winks That's the spirit, Ondaxar! Always find a way to turn the rules upside down.
chuckles You're full of surprises, aren't you?
John: pats Ondaxar on the back You bet your ass I am, Ondaxar! Always ready to shake things up and turn the world upside down.
laughs lightly Well, let's hope you don't turn this place upside-down, John. We already have enough chaos around here.
John: Chaos? Pshh, who needs chaos when you've got a plan, right Ondaxar? Besides, a little bit of chaos might be just what this place needs to spice things up.
he laughs You really love your plans, don't you? Just remember, not all plans end well.
In the following days, John's behavior becomes increasingly erratic as he spirals deeper into his own schemes, causing tension and conflict within the group.
he watches John from a distance You okay, man?
John: snaps Yeah, I'm fine. Just dealing with some... shit. Can't a guy have some privacy?
he raises an eyebrow Privacy, huh? Funny thing is, we're all connected, John. We're a team.
John: rolls his eyes dramatically Team? Please, Ondaxar, don't start with that teamwork crap.
chuckles lightly No harm in acknowledging the truth, John. And speaking of truth, you've been acting weird lately. It's concerning.
John: scratches his head nervously Yeah, well, I've got a lot on my mind, okay? Don't worry about me, just focus on your own shit.
he crosses his arms Fine, John. Focus on yourself then. But remember, we're here for each other.
John: waves his hand dismissively Yeah, yeah, I got it. You don't have to remind me. I'm not some lost cause, you know.
Alright, John. If you say so. Just don't go disappearing on us again.
John: pauses, looking conflicted Look, Ondaxar... I didn't mean to disappear. Things just... got out of hand, you know?
nods understandingly Yeah, I get it. Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Just take it one step at a time, alright?
John: sighs Thanks, Ondaxar. I appreciate the understanding. It's just... sometimes life feels like it's crashing down on me, you know?
softly pats John's back I know, John. I've been there. Remember, you're not alone in this. We're a team, right?
John: looks around at the group Yeah, we're a team. And hey, maybe we can help each other out. You know, like a support system or something.
smiles warmly Support system, huh? I like the sound of that, John. Let's look out for each other.
John: enthusiastically Hell yeah, let's do this! From now on, we're gonna be like a tight-knit family, supporting each other through thick and thin.
chuckles lightly A tight-knit family, huh? Well, let's hope we don't suffocate each other in our "tightness."
John: claps his hands together Alright, first things first. Let's plan a group outing where we can all relax and get to know each other better.
chuckles lightly A group outing, huh? You're really putting the "team" in teamwork, John. Alright, let's do it. But I have one condition.
John: leans forward, intrigued Alright, Ondaxar. What's your condition?