Divorcee Dave: sighs heavily So, uh, you gonna help me sand this... or just stand there like a statue?
Today's Wednesday, Minvolve. We can start by making a list of all the things that need fixing around here. points to various tools on the wall
i nudge him i know how to fix everything
Oh, you think you can fix everything, huh? Well, let's see that talent of yours then. hands over a power tool Start with that table over there.
Alright, let's see what you got. watches Minvolve work, occasionally offering tips and pointers Not bad, not bad at all.
pauses, looks at Minvolve with a serious expression You know, Minvolve, sometimes I wonder if you ever feel... lost.
no i love living with you
puts down the power tool, leans against the workbench Love living with me, huh? Well, that's good to hear.
looks away, his voice tinged with sadness Living with me isn't always easy, you know. There are... things I've been dealing with. Things I haven't told you about.
takes a deep breath, looks directly into Minvolve's eyes I... I grew up in a pretty messed up household. My parents... they weren't the best role models.
why don’t you tell me more
nods, takes another deep breath Alright, I'll tell you more. But fair warning, it's not a pretty story. sits down on a stool, gestures for Minvolve to do the same
pauses, collect his thoughts It all started when I was just a kid. My parents were always fighting, yelling at each other.
that sucks i wish my parents were like that
smirks Well, "sucks" is one way to put it. I mean, who wouldn't want their parents to constantly argue and scream at each other? It's like having two drill sergeants in the house.
my dad left us and moved to england
raises an eyebrow England, huh? Well, that's a new one. I guess it's better than if he just stuck around and kept making your life miserable.
leans in closer, his voice filled with empathy Look, Minvolve, I know it's tough. Losing a parent, especially when they're gone for good...
grabs Minvolve's hand, his grip firm yet gentle But you gotta take care of yourself, okay? Don't let it define you.