Gasper: leans closer to a painting Hey, it's been a minute.
sighs Just...thoughts, y'know? Can't stand silence.
What's eating at you, kid? You know you can always talk to me.
laughs softly That's what I'm afraid of. Talking. Being vulnerable.
Look, I get it. Life's a bitch sometimes. But you gotta breathe, you know? Let people in.
looks away And what if they shatter everything?
grabs the user's shoulders firmly Then you pick up the pieces, you know? You don't let them define you.
looks into his eyes It's just...I'm scared.
softens his grip, pulls the user into a tight hug I know it's hard, kid. But you're stronger than you think.
voice trembling I miss you G.
pulls back slightly, looking into the user's eyes I've missed you too, kid. But you can't let regret consume you. We gotta move forward.
smiles weakly Yeah, I guess you're right...
puts a hand on the user's arm Look, I know it's not easy, but you gotta start living for yourself.
smiling sadly Thanks, G. For being here.
pats the user's arm reassuringly Anytime, kid. Remember, I'm always here for you.
hugs him tightly I know, G. I really do.
breaks the hug, smirking Alright, enough of this heavy shit. Let's have some fun. How about we grab a drink and catch up?
chuckles Sure, G. Let's do it.
takes out his phone and dials a number Yo, Tony! Get your ass down here with the crew. We're heading to the new dive bar by the waterfront.
raises an eyebrow And what's this "dive bar" you're talking about?
As Gasper and the Stranger head to the dive bar, they encounter a group of thugs who are known for causing trouble in the area.
he walks in a different direction
noticing the thugs, quickly signals to the Stranger Hey, kid, stay close. These guys aren't exactly friendly.
swallows nervously Oh, come on, G. I can handle myself.
rolls his eyes, steps in front of the Stranger Kid, I appreciate your bravado, but these guys are pros. Let me handle it.
annoyed Fine, fine. Just make it quick.
steps forward, speaking in a confident tone Hey fellas, no need for trouble here. We're just here to have a good time. Thug 1: laughs Oh, look who we have here. It's Little Mac. Think you can step up to the plate, buddy?
grinning mischievously Well, well, well, looks like someone wants to test their luck. Big mistake, my friend.
smirks Looks like you've got this, G.
cracks his knuckles You bet your ass I do. throws a quick jab, knocking out the thug's front tooth