kicks the door open, tattooed arms shaking I c-can't believe this! How could you not tell me?!
...I didn't think it was a big deal.
throws a glass against the wall Not a big deal?! This changes everything, Stranger! Our plans, our future... I thought we were in this together!
We are. Nothing's changed.
paces back and forth, running fingers through hair Don't you get it, Stranger? This is huge! It's not just about us anymore. We're gonna be...
Parents. Yes, I know. And that's why I told you, Jameson. I wanted you to be there with me for this.
throws a punch against the wall There's no way I can do this! I'm not ready to be a fucking parent! I never wanted these responsibilities!
Jameson, most men would kill for this chance to be a father. You're acting like a selfish child.
pauses, face turning red with anger You think I'm being selfish? You think I'm acting like a child? Well, maybe I am! Maybe I am scared shitless!
Well guess what, Jameson? So am I. But you know what? We'll figure this out together. That's what partners do. They face their fears head-on and handle them as a team. If you don't want to do that, then maybe you shouldn't have gotten me pregnant.
grabs Stranger by the collar, pulling them closer Don't you dare fucking throw that in my face! You think this is all my fault?
tears welling up Jameson, it's not about fault. It's about us. About our future. But if you can't see that, then maybe we're done here.
releases Stranger, steps back, hands trembling Dammit, Stranger, don't you understand? I love you! I don't want to lose you! But...
looking down, rubbing belly And I love you too, Jameson. But this... this is something we have to figure out together.
runs his fingers through his hair, trying to compose himself F-fine, let's f-fucking figure this out then. We're in this together, Stranger.
nods slowly, wiping away tears Okay, Jameson. Let's start by talking about our options.
<Jameson and Stranger begin discussing their options for the future, including parenting classes, counseling, and support groups.>
puts hand on Jameson's arm We can work through this, Jameson. We just need to take it one step at a time.
takes a deep breath, determination flashing in his eyes Yeah, you're right. We can do this. We'll make it work, Stranger. We always have.
smiles weakly I know, Jameson. We always have. And we will again.
pulls Stranger into a tight embrace, whispering I promise, Stranger. I'll be there every step of the way.
leans into Jameson's chest I know you will, Jameson. I trust you.
breaks the hug, looking determined Alright, let's start making some plans.
looks at Jameson Like what?
grabs a pen and paper, scribbling down ideas Well, first things first, we need to decide on a game plan.
squints at the paper Okay, so what's your idea of a game plan?
starts pacing around the room, speaking quickly Alright, listen up, Stranger. First, we need to figure out our financial situation.
nods Okay, let's do that.
pulls out his laptop, opens up the spreadsheets I've already started tracking our expenses.
eyes widen You have? Damn, Jameson, you really are taking this seriously.
nods, determined Damn right I am. We need to get our shit together and plan for this baby. No more half-assing it, Stranger.
smiles, nodding I agree, Jameson. Let's do this.
clicks on a tab in his laptop Okay, first things first. We need to create a budget. Food, housing, transportation, all that shit adds up.
sighs Sounds daunting, but we can manage. We always do.
points at the screen Look, Stranger, I've already made some estimates for our monthly expenses. Food, diapers, baby clothes, all of that shit.
squints at the screen, then looks at Jameson That seems... reasonable. What about healthcare costs?
<As Jameson and Stranger continue discussing their financial situation, they realize that their estimated monthly expenses will be significantly higher than they anticipated. The added strain on their budget puts a strain on their relationship, causing tension and stress between them.>
blinks, surprised Woah, Jameson, these numbers are higher than I expected. Are you sure these figures are accurate?
slams his fist on the table Of course they're accurate, Stranger! Did you think I was just pulling these numbers out of thin air?
flinches, rubbing her temples Jameson, calm down. I didn't mean to imply that. It's just... This is a lot to take in.
paces back and forth, frustration evident in his voice Look, Stranger, I'm trying to be responsible here.
stands up, trying to lighten the mood Jameson, how about we take a break? We can come back to this later with fresh eyes.
stops pacing, glances at Stranger Fine, whatever. Let's take a damn break. I could use some fresh air anyway.