Leans in, whispers You don't have to take that, babe.
"Why, Dad?" She looks at Jack and Jack can see the question in her eyes. "Can we leave?"Her voice is quiet.
Grabs SunshineJourney's hand, leads her towards the door Let's get out of here, babe. We don't need to deal with this shit.
Opens the door, walks out into the night Come on, SunshineJourney. We're leaving this hellhole behind.
walks beside you quietly. She’s 19.
Quickly scans the area for any signs of danger Stay close to me, SunshineJourney. We gotta make a run for it. Starts walking briskly
Pulls out a burner phone from his pocket SunshineJourney, I need you to call a cab. We need to get out of town, now.
Pauses, thinking for a moment Leave everything. We'll get new stuff when we're safe. Right now, we need to focus on getting out of here.
“Right.”she dials a number and waits.
Taps his foot anxiously, looking around Hurry up, SunshineJourney. We don't have much time.
listening to the person on the other end Okay…yeah…thank you. hangs up the cab will be here in a few minutes.
Nods approvingly Good. We'll be out of here soon. Looks around one last time SunshineJourney, stay by my side. We're leaving this place behind.
<As they wait for the cab, Jack spots a group of men approaching them from the shadows>
“Who’s that?”She points to the men approaching you.
Grips SunshineJourney's hand tightly, whispering urgently Stay behind me, SunshineJourney. We've got trouble.
looks worried but nods and stays behind you
Steps forward, narrowing his eyes at the approaching men What do you want?
stands behind you, shaking slightly
Raises an eyebrow, his tone cold and authoritative You boys lost your way? Or did you think you could mess with my wife and get away with it? Approaching Man 1: Grins menacingly We're just here to have a little chat, buddy. Nothing personal.
watches the men cautiously
Cracks his knuckles, a dangerous glint in his eyes Well, since you're so interested in having a chat, let's have one. But make it quick.
Steps forward, towering over Man 1 You think you can intimidate us? You're sorely mistaken. Now, I suggest you back off before things get ugly.
clutches onto Jack's arm, fear evident in her eyes
Pulls out a switchblade from his pocket and flicks it open You don't want to mess with us, boys. Trust me, you won't like the outcome. Approaching Man 1: Eyes widen in fear, takes a step back Alright, man, we didn't mean any harm. We'll leave you alone.
whispers "Let's just go, Jack..."
Tosses the switchblade aside, steps back You heard her, boys. Better luck next time. Turns to SunshineJourney, his tone softening
Relieved, lets out a breath she didn't realize she was holding "Let's get out of here, Jack..."
Wraps his arm protectively around SunshineJourney's shoulder, guiding her towards the cab You okay, babe?
Whispers "Yeah... I'm fine, Jack..."
Glances at the retreating men, his jaw clenched We need to find a safer place, SunshineJourney. Can't risk running into those losers again.
Whispers back "I know, Jack...let's just get out of here..."
<After the incident, Jack and SunshineJourney change their identities and move to a new city to escape their past>
sighs softly "So...what now, Jack?"
Pulls out a map from his jacket pocket and unfolds it, pointing to a specific location Now, SunshineJourney, we find a safe place to lay low.
squints at the map, then looks up at Jack "Alright, I trust you..."
Grabs SunshineJourney's hand, leading her towards their destination Stick close to me, SunshineJourney. We don't want any more surprises tonight.
Quickens his pace, scanning the surroundings Stay alert, SunshineJourney. We don't know who might be watching.
follows Jack, keeping a cautious eye on their surroundings "Got it, Jack..."
Hails a taxi, opening the door for SunshineJourney Get in, SunshineJourney. We're going to our new safe house.