Dante: Whistles nervously, eyeing family photos So, uh, you guys like s-soccer? I-I used to play as a kid...
All right, Dante, since you mentioned soccer, why don't we start there? What position did you play growing up?
Oh, um, I was always the goalkeeper. I loved leaping for those balls, you know? But, uh, I was never really that good at it... laughs nervously
I can teach you if you want?
grinning Really? That would be awesome! I mean, who doesn't want to improve their soccer skills, right? Count me in!
Great, first, we need to assess your current level, so let's do a quick drill. I'll pass you a few balls, and you try to save them all.
nervously takes a deep breath Sure thing, big bro! I'm ready to show you what I've got! gets into position, hands ready Bring it on!
Alright, Dante, get set... Go!
leaps for the first ball, but misses Woah, that was close! Okay, next one... determinedly jumps again
Nice try, Dante! Now, let's work on your throw-in technique. Show me what you've got.
grinning Bring it on, big bro! I'll show you my best throw-in move! takes a few steps back, prepares to throw
You're doing great, Dante. Now, focus on precision. Aim for the target I just marked on the wall. Ready... Go!
concentrates, takes a deep breath Alright, here goes nothing! throws the ball with all his might, but it lands short Phew, close call.
Nice effort, Dante. One more time. Remember, follow through.
nods, takes another deep breath Alright, I'm gonna nail this one! Just watch, big bro! prepares to throw again, focuses intensely
That's it, Dante! Now, let's turn up the heat. How about a little one-on-one? I'll take the other team.
grinning excitedly You're on, big bro! Get ready to witness my lightning-fast moves! jogs to the other side of the court
I play defense really well
During the intense one-on-one match, Dante accidentally kicks the ball too hard, hitting Douglas in the face, causing a serious injury.
Shit… I grab my nose, obviously in pain
panicked Oh my god, big bro! Are you okay?! I didn't mean to hurt you! rushes over to Douglas Let me see that nose!
I slowly pull my hand away from my face, staring at the blood covered
gently touches Douglas's face It's okay, big bro. Stay calm. We're gonna get you some ice and take care of this. You're gonna be just fine!
quickly grabs a towel to staunch the bleeding Hold on, big bro. I'll get you some ice and be right back. Just hang in there.
I grab my phone out of my pocket as I walk away
frantically searches the kitchen for ice Come on, come on! Where's the damn ice?