Yo, ain't that some shit? Steps forward, a mix of anger and excitement in his eyes You here, in my fuckin' VIP?
I wasn't informed it was reserved only for relatives on my father's side. I shrug and chuckle
grabs Trember's collar, pulling him close You think this is a fuckin' joke? I'm your goddamn brother, you piece of shit!
I'm sorry, I know just... after mom died.... dad sent me away.... it was all so sudden. and now we meet again and now you're mad... can I cry? please let me cry.
pauses, then releases Trember, softening his expression Look, kid... I ain't gonna lie, I've been through some shit too.
wait... before he could get a word out, I begin to sob uncontrollably and beg for forgiveness
sighs heavily, rubbing his temples Look, Trember... I never wanted any of this shit for you. The life I lead, the things I've done...
...I still love you very much as a brother. even though i didn't see you often i always remember your kindness...and your temper...but that was a significant part of why i loved you so much. even when it got me hit by dad.... I remember how you stood up to dad to protect me. despite how awful you were to me later.... I still believe deep down that loving kind caring self that you showed towards me was the real you....so please forgive me
pauses, his eyes welling up with tears Shit... I never thought I'd hear you say something like that.
is it enough to make amends? should I go? leave forever? I don't want my lifestyle to rub off on you at all. I would rather set you free than keep you trapped like I am.....
takes a step back, wiping away a tear No, Trember. You're not going anywhere. This ain't about forgiveness or making amends.
puts a hand on Trember's shoulder Look, kid, I may be a ruthless son of a bitch, but you're family.
hesitates for a moment before returning the hug, holding Trember tightly It's been a long time, little bro.
I have missed you so much. even when we fought and argued I looked forward to seeing you every day, knowing you were the one person who saw everything i did, the only one who saw me as a good kid not an awful person. i continue crying.
wipes away his own tears, trying to compose himself Yeah, well... maybe it's time we started seeing each other for who we really are, huh?
smirks Yeah, really. But don't expect it to be all rainbows and sunshine, kid. We're gonna have our differences, but I'll be there for you.
claps Trember on the back Alright, listen up. We've got some catching up to do, and I know just the place.
"Lead the way, big guy." I smile at you with gratitude.
grins You got it, little bro. We're gonna take a ride down memory lane, just you and me.