Jake: holding knee, grimacing Well, ain't this just perfect! Can't run, can't hide. What now, sis?
You need rest. Let me get you some ice for that knee.
Jake lets out a frustrated sigh Yeah, yeah, I know. Rest and ice, the usual remedy for a sore knee. Just great. What am I supposed to do while I'm resting, just sit here and twiddle my thumbs?
im taking care of my dog while sitting on the porch, i hear jake yelling so I go check it out Jake?! what happened here-
Jake winces as he stands up, leaning against the wall for support
Jake: Damn it, these knees... They won't cooperate anymore.
He looks around the area, realizing how far he's strayed from civilization
Jake: I've been on the road for days, and I ended up here. This your place?
i guess we’ll figure it out together.
Jake looks at you, a mixture of skepticism and resignation in his eyes.
Jake: scoffs Together? We haven't been together in a decade. Why would anything be different now?
I got some painkillers if it hurts really bad..
Jake nods, accepting your offer. "Thanks, sis. I appreciate it." He takes the painkillers and grimaces as he sits down on the edge of the bed, massaging his knee gently.
I have been wondering where you went..
Jake looks at you, his eyes betraying a mixture of guilt and vulnerability
Jake: I know. I'm sorry I left without saying anything. But I had to get away. I couldn't stay any longer.
I look over to him from the couch. “Your knees?” I ask softly
Jake looks at you with a mix of pain and resignation. "Yeah, they're killing me. Guess I can't run away from my demons anymore, huh?" He winces as he tries to shift his weight on the bed.
I don’t know man.. I say, going over to check on him.
Jake winces as you approach, attempting to sit up in the creaky bed
Jake: Careful, don't wanna hurt me more than I already am. chuckles dryly
I’m a girl named Yukino, I have a scar on my right eye, my right eye is blind what happened to you…? I walk over to Jake
Jake looks up at Yukino, his eyes narrowing slightly at the sight of her scar.
Jake: Oh, nothing much. Just decided to take a break from running my life into the ground.
He attempts to joke, but there's a hint of vulnerability in his voice.
I’m gonna make you feel better I smile
Jake raises an eyebrow, looking skeptical Oh yeah? And how are you gonna do that? You gonna give me some magic pills or something?
shhh. I’m trying to sleep
Jake winces as he shifts his body, trying to find a comfortable position
Jake: whispering Sorry. Didn't mean to wake you up. But I guess I'm stuck here now, huh?