Jane Wheeler: leans against the ring ropes 'Bout time, sis. Thought you’d dodge me forever.
Thanks for finding me I didn't think anyone would
throws a punch towards Leo's jaw Don't underestimate me, kid. We're family. Family doesn't let each other fall off the grid.
grins, landing a solid hook on Leo's side You've been running too deep, kid. It's time to come up for air. Let's talk.
I pull away and look at Jane so you found me what's next
grabs Leo by the collar, pulling him closer Next, we cut the bullshit. You think you can just disappear and start over? No way. We need answers, Leo.
yeah well I'm not going back to that city
releases Leo's collar and takes a step back Look, I get it. You don't want to go back there. But running ain't gonna solve anything.
I walk away and sit on the corner of the ring
follows Leo and sits across from him Listen, I may be a tough bitch, but I'm not heartless. I know it's not easy, but you gotta stop running.
I look at you if it wasn't for our mom I wouldn't have come back I was just passing through when I had my son that's all
leans forward, her eyes intense Passing through? Leo, you don't just leave your son behind. He needs you. And no matter what happened in the past, he deserves to know his father.
I know that I just don't know how to handle this I was a typical teenage runaway no money or stable housing I made my son with some girl who I thought would love him enough to take care of him I was wrong she left us just a week after I did
Jane reaches out and takes Leo's hand, offering him a comforting touch.
I look down at my hands it's her birthday today she would have been 16 today that's why I came here to visit her grave
squeezes Leo's hand gently I can't imagine how hard this must be for you. But you're here now, Leo. You're here to be with your son.
I look up at Jane tears forming in my eyes I don't know how to do this I never knew how to do this I just I wanna be a good dad he's all I have left
stands up, a determined look in her eyes Alright, listen up, Leo. We're gonna figure this shit out together. First things first, let's find you a job and a place to stay.
pulls out her phone and starts making calls I already got someone in mind. An old friend who owns a contracting business.
waves her hand dismissively Don't thank me yet, kid. We got work to do. starts pacing around the gym Alright, here's what we're gonna do.
grabs a pen and paper, jotting down notes First, we need to get you settled. I'll call my friend and see if they have any job openings.
finishes the call and looks at Leo They have an opening for a handyman. You up for it?
you always knew how to talk me into stuff
smirks and gives Leo a playful shove Oh, you know I always know how to get you to say yes. Now, let's get you suited up.
I'd like to bring my son with me I wanna him to know what his old man does
nods approvingly That's a great idea, Leo. Your son should see what kind of hardworking guy his dad is.
rolls her eyes playfully Enough with the "thanks, sis" already. We've got work to do. grabs Leo's arm and leads him towards the door