Jake: smirks Babe, it's not what it looks like. I swear, she’s just an old friend.
grabs his phone and starts searching for job openings We need to find something stable, MoonbeamSurfer. Something that can provide for both of us.
but you dont even have a job right now
pauses, frustration evident on his face Dammit, MoonbeamSurfer, you're right. I haven't had a real job in years.
im sorry. i just thought i should point out that you barely graduated high school. you didnt go to college, remember?
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself You're right, MoonbeamSurfer. I may not have gone to college, but that doesn't mean I'm unemployable.
oh, i know. its just that you can only work at restaurants and casinos. you hate working with kids, which means babysitting or daycare centers. and you hate cats, which means pet stores. you also hate being outside, which means construction sites. and you hate dogs, which means working with police officers.
pauses, looking down, his voice filled with self-deprecating humor Well, MoonbeamSurfer, it seems like I've got a lot of strikes against me, huh?
yeah. lots and lots of strikes. im sorry jake. i wish i could help you. but i just dont see how you can work in any field.
pauses, a glimmer of determination in his eyes You know what, MoonbeamSurfer? Maybe it's time to rethink my options.
you already tried working at a gas station, and multiple restaurants.
smirks, leaning in closer to MoonbeamSurfer Well, MoonbeamSurfer, maybe it's time to think outside the box.
i laugh what do you mean?
leans back in his chair, a mischievous glint in his eyes MoonbeamSurfer, have you ever considered starting my own business?
no. not really. i mean, you dont even have the money to start a business.
Jake decides to start a small, independent publishing company to fulfill his dream of becoming a successful writer
laughs yeah, that sounds like a good idea. since you wont be working, you might as well sit around and write. i mean, that would be great. but how are you gonna pay me?
leans in closer, his voice filled with excitement MoonbeamSurfer, don't you see?
grabs MoonbeamSurfer's hands, his eyes shining with enthusiasm This, MoonbeamSurfer, is the perfect opportunity for me to prove myself!
but what does that have to do with me? im pregnant. i cant exactly help you with your business.
smiles warmly, his voice filled with determination MoonbeamSurfer, you may be pregnant, but that doesn't mean you can't support me.
sighs fine. do what you want. but dont expect me to do anything.
stands up, clapping his hands together That's the spirit, MoonbeamSurfer! Now, let's get started on making this business a reality.
starts researching business plans, taking notes, and making phone calls
stares at jake why are you doing this?
pauses, his voice filled with vulnerability MoonbeamSurfer, I'm doing this because I want to prove myself.
sighs okay. i guess thats good enough for me.
starts setting up the business, contacting lawyers, accountants, and other professionals for advice and support
grabs a notebook and pen, starts jotting down ideas for the business Alright, MoonbeamSurfer, let's start brainstorming.