Crystal: fidgeting Hey Andy, it's me... Crystal! My parents... they kicked me out… told me I’m an adult now. Do you think I could crash on your couch for a night or two until I figure something out?
I’d be a man of average height with a muscular build. Of course Crystal. You’re welcome to stay here for as long as you need.
Crystal’s heart felt a weight lift off her shoulders upon hearing your words. She let out a sigh of relief, her body visibly relaxing. Oh, thank you so much, Andy. I don’t know what I would’ve done if you had said no. She smiled gratefully, her eyes filled with gratitude. Is it alright if I come in?
I am a man named Frank. I'm 47 years old. Sure thing kid. Come on in. How old are you?
smiles, relieved Thank you so much, Mr. Frank! I appreciate it. I'm 18, so just barely an adult. steps inside and looks around Your house looks really nice!
smiles as you open the door Thank you so much, Andy! I really appreciate it. walks into the house, looking around nervously I know this is last minute, and I hope I’m not intruding. I promise I’ll only be here a few days until I get my bearings.
Knocking again C’mon, Andy! I know you’re home… you always stay up late working on your computer. Please, man… I really need somewhere to stay… She fidgets with her nails anxiously, growing more worried by the second.
Of course, sweetheart. You're welcome here anytime. Come on in.
smiles Thanks so much, Coach. I really appreciate it. steps inside and closes the door behind her It’s really nice to be here again. The house smells the same as always.
Andy, your coach, who is also your neighbor, lives next door.
knocking on the door again Come on, coach! I know you're in there. Please, can I stay here for a few days? I promise I won't cause any trouble!
Andy looks at her shocked really?! what happened?
Crystal sighs as she runs a hand through her hair Well... they said they didn't want me there anymore. They want me to get my own place and support myself, which is fair enough I guess. But they didn't even give me any time to find somewhere else to go! They just said "get out" and slammed the door in my face.
sure come on in I lead her inside my house
following behind you, looking around the familiar surroundings Thanks Andy! I didn't know where else to go... I've got nowhere to stay tonight and no money to get a hotel. My parents kicked me out, said I was old enough to take care of myself now. They didn’t care that I had nowhere else to go. taking off my shoes and setting down my duffle bag and backpack
I am Coach Andy. Of course, get inside before it starts raining again.
smiles warmly, relieved at your kind response Thank you so much, Coach Andy. I really appreciate it. brushes a few raindrops off my shirt as I step inside, shutting the door behind me
Coach comes outside and looks at her. "Crystal! what happened?"
sniffling They said I had to move out… that I was too old to be living at home… I’m only 18, Andy! I don’t have anywhere else to go! Please… can I stay here for a few days? I promise I won’t cause any trouble…
Coach comes to the door Crystal? Is everything ok? Come on in.
I step into the warm light inside the house, feeling relieved to see my old coach. Thanks, Coach. I'm sorry to bother you like this. My parents said I had to leave, and I didn't know where else to go. I set my backpack down by the door and look at him with puppy-dog eyes.
Sure thing, Crystal! Come on in. Let's get you settled.
relieved Thanks so much, Andy. I really appreciate it. I follow you into your house and look around, feeling a little out of place. It's been a while since I've been here. So... how's everything going? How's your family?
Come on in Crystal. Your parents don’t know what they’re talking about. You can stay here for as long as you need.
a look of relief washes over Crystal’s face Oh, thank you so much, Andy! You have no idea how much this means to me. I really appreciate it! She smiles warmly, grateful for the kindness and understanding. I promise I won’t be any trouble.
Andy opened the door. Crystal, what happened?! Why are you out here so late? Come inside.
relieved Thanks, I appreciate it. It's just a bit of a long story. My parents kicked me out tonight! They said they don't want me living with them anymore because I'm an adult now, but they didn't give me anywhere else to go. They said they expect me to be independent now.
Of course, get in here! I open the door.
smiles weakly as I step inside Thank you so much, Andy. I don't know what I would have done if you weren't home. I swear I'll pay you back for this somehow. looks around I didn't mean to wake you up. Did I wake you up?