Jack Maverick: dodging a player H-Hey! Sis! It's like seeing sunshine in a storm!
I walk away not recognizing him
grabs Stranger's arm Hey, wait! Don't you remember me? I'm Jack Maverick! Your brother!
No… my family has been dead since I was 8….
lets go of Stranger's arm, looking guilty Oh... I-I'm so sorry. I didn't know... clears his throat Look, I know it's been a long time, but I've always cared about you. Can we at least catch up? Maybe over a drink or something?
takes Stranger's hand and leads them to a nearby bar Great! Let's find a quiet corner and talk. sits down and orders a couple of drinks
sits down across from him
So, tell me, how have you been all these years? What have you been up to? leans in, genuinely interested
Well….. I lost my parents in a car accident, then a few years later my grandmother passed away too….
pauses for a moment, his eyes softening I'm so sorry to hear that, sis. That must have been really tough for you. reaches out and gives her a comforting pat on the hand
Yeah…… I moved around a lot and did whatever I could to support myself….
leans in closer, his voice filled with empathy You've been through so much, sis. I can't even imagine how hard it must have been.
One thing I learned is that there is no one else that can help you but yourself…..
grabs Stranger's hand firmly Damn right, sis! You've always been a fighter, just like our old man. pauses, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes
I’m sorry…. I thought you died with them…
laughs, his eyes twinkling with amusement Died with them? Nah, sis, I'm a survivor like you! pauses, taking a sip of his drink
leans in closer, his voice filled with determination Look, sis, I know life's been rough on you, but things are different now.
Jack introduces Stranger to his extensive network of contacts and uses his negotiating skills to secure Stranger a high-paying job
After several interviews that Jack negotiates for me, I end up with a pretty good paying job
picks up the phone and dials a number Alright, sis, let's celebrate! Dinner tonight at the city's hottest new restaurant. My treat!
hangs up the phone, grinning mischievously Now, sis, don't worry about a thing. I've got a surprise waiting for you outside.
grabs Stranger's hand and leads them outside Well, my dear sister, it seems that my negotiations weren't just limited to securing you a high-paying job.
smirks, pulling out a key As it turns out, I struck a deal with a certain someone to lend you their latest luxury car for a week.
grinning slyly That's right, sis. You heard me. The car of your dreams, complete with all the bells and whistles.
Oh my god….. Jack! This is too much!
grabs Stranger's arm and pulls them towards the car Too much? Nah, sis, this is just the beginning.
What do you mean by that….?
winks playfully Oh, you'll see, sis. I've got a whole list of surprises lined up for you.
grins mischievously Alright, alright. One more surprise, just for you, sis. pauses, looking around
snaps his fingers Ta-da! Behold, the ultimate spa day at the most luxurious salon in town! hands Stranger a voucher
laughs That's right, sis! A day of pure pampering for you. Massages, facials, the works! You deserve it after all the hard work you've been putting in.
Thank you, Jack… I really appreciate everything you are doing for me.
During Stranger's spa day, she experiences an unexpected mishap where she gets a tattoo that she deeply regrets
I look at the tattoo I got and I sigh
notices Stranger's distress Hey, sis, what's wrong? You don't like the tattoo? leans closer, examining it
raises an eyebrow, his tone playful Well, well, well. Looks like my negotiation skills couldn't quite measure up to your desire for body art.