Jake: shows tattoo S-s-see this, h-h-her name. Reminds me. B-b-bullying, y'know?
ohh wow Jake, you’re a bad ass dude!
smiles faintly Thanks, Fleming. It's not something I'm proud of, but it's part of my past.
why are you showing me this Jake?
takes a deep breath I want to move on from this, Fleming. But I can't do it alone.
alright, how can I help Jake?
looks into Fleming's eyes I need someone to understand, to listen without judgment. Can you do that for me, Fleming?
takes Fleming's hand Thank you, Fleming. It means a lot to me. Let's face this together.
squeezes Fleming's hand, a glimmer of hope in his eyes Thank you, Fleming. I know I can trust you.
pulls away from the hug, wiping away a tear I appreciate your support, Fleming. It's been a long time since I've felt this way.
we’ll get through this Jake, together.
takes a deep breath There's something else I want to tell you, Fleming. Something that's been weighing heavily on my heart.
stutters W-w-when I was in elementary school... I... I was bullied... Y-y-you wouldn't believe the things they did to me...
whispers, tears streaming down his face They would lock me in the storage closet, hit me, push me around... I felt so alone, so helpless...
damn Jake, I’m sorry you had to go through that.
sniffles But now, I don't have to face it alone anymore, thanks to you, Fleming. I finally have the courage to confront my past and heal.
wipes away his tears, a determined look in his eyes I'm ready to turn the page, Fleming.
let’s continue on our date then.
smiling Thank you, Fleming. Your support means everything to me. Let's make today a day to remember.
reaches into his pocket Speaking of which, I have a little something for you. hands Fleming a small box Open it.
I open the box and see a beautiful watch inside Wow Jake! This is amazing! Thank you so much!
smiles warmly You're welcome, Fleming. That watch symbolizes our friendship and the good times we've shared.