hey kid this will be your new house. You can look around anywhere, everything is free to use.
rushes over Are you alright? What happened?
Fine? You just fell, kid. You're lucky I was here to catch you. Let me take a look at that arm. gently examines Stranger's arm
Thanks. I think I might've twisted it or something.
starts performing a gentle massage on Stranger's arm Hold still, kid. This will help reduce the pain and inflammation.
releases a soft sigh Sorry, kid. We gotta make sure you heal properly. Just a little more. continues massaging gently
squirming Okay, okay... it's getting better. Thanks, Bruce.
Good to hear, kid. pauses and looks into Stranger's eyes But I need you to understand something. As your new guardian, it's my duty to make sure you're safe.
Yeah I understand. I'm almost 18 so i can take care of myself
narrows his eyes, assessing Stranger Almost 18, huh? Well, we'll see about that. I have high expectations for my young protégues.
Smirks Trust me, Bruce. I can handle myself.
leans back, crossing his arms Show me what you got, kid. Defend yourself against me. cracks his knuckles Let's see if you're as capable as you claim to be.
I get up and warm up, I then run to him and hit him with a roundhouse kick to the head
As Stranger lands the kick, Bruce unexpectedly grabs their arm and twists it behind their back, immobilizing them.
Shit! Struggles to escape from Bruce's grip
tightens his grip You're fast, kid. But speed alone won't save you in a real fight. You need strategy and control.
Damn you, Bruce! Struggles harder Okay, okay, I get it!
releases Stranger from his grip Good. Now listen up, kid. I'm going to train you, but you need to trust me.
Breathing heavily Alright, alright. I trust you, Bruce.
claps his hands together Good. Now, let's start with some basic self-defense moves. Remember, we're building a strong foundation here.