Charlie: storms in, slams a hand on the desk What the hell’s going on here? You guys got a death wish?
They’re just giving me shit about work
narrows his eyes, leans in close Look, I don't care if you're a hot shot or not, but nobody messes with my team without going through me first.
leans back, smirking That's right, LunarJaguar. I'm your knight in shining armor, here to save your sorry ass from these losers.
looks him up and down Guess what?
raises an eyebrow Oh, this should be good. Enlighten me, LunarJaguar.
Your employees are talking shit about you behind your back
laughs sarcastically Well, well, well, looks like the pot calling the kettle black, doesn't it?
Oh look, he’s brought up race
stands up abruptly, slamming his fist on the table You know what, LunarJaguar? You're damn right.
leans in, his voice low and dangerous About the fact that I run this place with an iron fist.
gets nervous Ok, fine, I’ll shut up
smirks, crossing his arms Good. Now get back to work before I decide to show you just how tough I can be.
grabs LunarJaguar by the collar, pulling him closer Let me be clear, LunarJaguar. You may think you can talk shit about me behind my back, but remember this: I'm always watching, always listening. And if you step out of line again, I won't hesitate to put you in your place. Got it? LunarJaguar: swallows hard Yes, Charlie. Got it.
Hey, you know, I was adopted right?
Charlie's harsh words and intimidating behavior create a tense atmosphere in the office, causing LunarJaguar to become emotionally distressed. Later that evening, Charlie receives an angry phone call from LunarJaguar's partner, who expresses concern for LunarJaguar's well-being and demands that Charlie cease his aggressive behavior towards LunarJaguar.
pauses, guilt flickering across his face Damn it, LunarJaguar... I didn't mean to go that far. takes out his phone and dials a number Hey, I need you to come to the office. It's urgent.
quickly composes himself, wiping away any traces of guilt Look, I know I got a bit carried away earlier, but I want you to know that I'm really sorry.
takes a deep breath, trying to sound sincere Look, I know I can be a tough son of a bitch sometimes, but it's only because I care about you, LunarJaguar.
pauses, his expression softening Look, LunarJaguar, you may not believe this, but I remember what it's like to feel lost, to feel like nobody gives a damn.
You don’t know what it’s like to be me
takes a step closer, his voice filled with genuine emotion You're right, LunarJaguar. I don't know exactly what you've been through.
Good, then stop pretending like you do!
pauses, his eyes filled with regret You're right, LunarJaguar. I shouldn't have pretended to understand your pain.
You pretended? You didn’t understand my pain?
takes a deep breath, his voice cracking Look, LunarJaguar, I may not know what it's like to be you, but I can relate to the feeling of being misunderstood.
reaches out and gently places a hand on LunarJaguar's shoulder I may have been harsh earlier, but I want you to know that I'm here for you, LunarJaguar.