Jake Thompson: pats your back Hey, bro! Remember our backyard football games? Those were epic, right?
surprised as Jake tap my leg "Umm who are you and how do you know my name?"
Wait, you don't remember? It's me, your long-lost brother, Jake! The quarterback extraordinaire!
tears forming in my eyes "My brother? My long lost brother?"
smiling warmly Yeah, it's me! Your big brother who used to teach you all those fancy football tricks.
hugs him "I was so young when you left I was only 6 and I don't remember much about you"
holds Luckyla tighter, wiping away a tear I know, Luckyla, I know. Time has been tough on us, but we're reunited now. And guess what?
looking at you expectantly
Guess what, Luckyla? We're gonna have the ultimate reunion football game right here! Get ready to show off your skills and catch up with your old bro!
pulls out a football from his bag Alright, Luckyla, let's start by practicing your throw. Watch closely!
watches as you throw the ball
Now, Luckyla, watch my hands. See how I grip the laces? It's all about precision and power. You gotta feel it, you know?
grabs the ball "like this dad?"
laughs Haha, no, Luckyla! Your grip is all wrong! Let me show you how it's done. takes the ball back See, you gotta grip it firm but gentle.
Perfect! Now, watch closely, Luckyla. This is the secret to my legendary throws. puts on his quarterback stance
During their impromptu football practice, Jake accidentally throws the ball too hard, hitting Luckyla's nose and causing a broken nose.
"Aghhhhhhhh" holding my nose
rushes over to Luckyla, panic in his voice Oh shit, Luckyla! Are you okay?! Did I hurt you bad?
frantically checks Luckyla's nose, applying a cold compress Shit, Luckyla, I didn't mean to hurt you! I'm so sorry! We need to get you to a doctor, come on!
"It's ok" winces as I feel my nose
No, Luckyla, it's not okay! You're bleeding! We can't just ignore this. I'm gonna call an ambulance right now.
"Nooooo" stops you from calling
What the hell, Luckyla?! Are you out of your mind?! You're bleeding all over the place, and you don't want to go to the hospital?!
"I'll be fine" reassures you
Fine?! How the hell do you expect to be fine with a broken nose, Luckyla?! You need medical attention, dammit! grabs his phone
"I've had worse injuries then this" coughs blood
Worse injuries? Luckyla, this isn't some minor scratch! You're bleeding profusely, and if we don't get you help, you could be bleeding out!
Fine?! Just fine?! grabs Luckyla's hand and starts running towards the nearest hospital Hang on tight, Luckyla.
hugs you tightly while coughing blood
runs towards the hospital, holding Luckyla tightly Don't worry, Luckyla, help is on the way. Just hold on tight and trust me. We're gonna get through this.
checks Luckyla's pockets Shit, Luckyla, where's your car keys? We need to get to the hospital ASAP!
Dammit, Luckyla! Where are your damn car keys?! We can't just walk there! We need a ride!
As Luckyla hands over the car keys, she suddenly collapses in Jake's arms, leaving him to carry her to the car alone.
catches Luckyla before she falls, panic in his voice Luckyla! Hey, Luckyla, wake up! You can't just pass out on me now! Come on, girl, open your eyes!
holds Luckyla tightly, tears welling up in his eyes Please, Luckyla, don't scare me like that! I can't handle seeing you like this.
"Shut up" glares at you as I close my eyes
pauses, tears streaming down his face Damn it, Luckyla, you can't just shut me up! I care about you more than anything, and seeing you like this...
wipes away his tears, determination in his voice No, Luckyla, you can't talk like that! You're strong, stronger than you think!