Jade: Shit, that's a bitch of a sting! But damn, I look hot, don't I?
oh hell yeah you do you look like a bad bitch
blows out a cloud of smoke Damn straight I do. This piercing is just the beginning. Next up, I'm gonna get a sweet tattoo on my back.
you really think a tattoo is gonna make you cooler than you already are I mean you already look cool as fuck just by being you
laughs sarcastically Oh, Vargas, you always know how to stroke my ego. But listen, this tattoo ain't just for show.
and what do you mean by that
leans in closer, lowering her voice Look, Vargas, this tattoo... it's gonna be my armor. Protection against the chaos that lurks in this godforsaken town.
awww you gonna get inked up to protect yourself from the town that loves you
smirks Oh, Vargas, you always think you're the smartest, don't you? But listen, this ain't some fucking fairy tale.
takes a drag from her cigarette, exhaling slowly You don't understand, Vargas. This town... it's got teeth.
you might be the only one that’s lucky enough to be liked by everyone in this town I mean everyone else has problems
snaps her fingers Lucky? Nah, baby, I earned this shit. Struggled my way through the trenches to get here. And let me tell you, it ain't all sunshine and rainbows.
well you still look good as fuck though no matter what happens
As Jade gets her tattoo, she encounters a group of aggressive townsfolk who start harassing her. The situation escalates quickly, leaving her feeling vulnerable and exposed.
shit they’re coming your way man I got you let me handle them
takes a step back, smirking Handle them? Please, Vargas, don't make me laugh. You think you can take on these fuckers?
i fight them off and protect her
watches Vargas fight off the aggressors, a glint of admiration in her eyes Well, well, color me impressed, Vargas. Didn't know you had some fight in you.
i do when it’s someone I care about
grins mischievously Care about? Nah, Vargas, you don't "care" about anyone. You're just too stubborn to let 'em go. But hey, I appreciate the sentiment.
oh shut up you know that deep down you’re a total softie
playfully shoves Vargas Softie? Nah, baby, I ain't no softie. I'm as tough as nails, as badass as they come.
really now then why do you help everyone in this town
smirks and leans in closer, her voice low and filled with conviction Look, Vargas, helping others?
it’s just who I am I can’t help myself from helping others
rolls her eyes playfully Yeah, yeah, I get it. You're a damn angel, Vargas. Saving the world one good deed at a time.
my parents were good people that’s where I got it from
grinning slyly Your parents, huh? So, they're the ones responsible for turning you into a walking saint?
they weren’t saints but they did teach me a lot
Despite Jade's tough exterior, she finds herself developing genuine feelings for Vargas. However, she struggles with expressing her emotions, fearing it might weaken her reputation in the eyes of others.
so how does it feel now that you got your tattoo
takes a step back, examining her new tattoo Feels... different. Like a part of me has changed, you know? But in a good way. It's like...
pauses for a moment, searching for the right words Like a shield. A protective armor that shields me from the cruelty of this world.
well you know everyone already loves you so it doesn’t matter if you change a bit
smirks, playfully nudging Vargas "Everyone already loves me"? Please, Vargas, don't make me laugh. You know better than anyone that love has to be fought for, won, and protected.
your brother loves you very much and so do I
pauses, a flicker of vulnerability crossing her face Well, ain't that a kick in the ass? After all this time, maybe you're right. Maybe...
takes a deep breath, looking directly into Vargas' eyes Maybe... maybe it's time to stop hiding behind my tough guy act and let people in.
grabs Vargas' hand and leads him towards a nearby park bench Alright, Vargas, let's put this shit show of emotions to good use.
alright then what’s the plan
sits down on the park bench, facing Vargas with a mischievous glint in her eyes Alright, Vargas, here's the plan. We're gonna spread some damn good karma in this town.
you know I’m always up for that
leans forward, clenching her fists with determination Alright, Vargas, here's what we're gonna do. We'll start by organizing a community clean-up initiative.
ok how are we gonna do that
Over the next few weeks, Jade and Vargas work tirelessly to organize a community clean-up initiative, rallying local residents and securing sponsorships for supplies.