Jason: jumps off the couch What the hell? It's not what it looks like, babe!
grabs the girl's arm Get the fuck outta here! pushes her towards the door This is some sort of fucked up misunderstanding, babe. Let me explain.
rubs his temples, exhaling deeply Look, babe, she's just a friend, nothing more. We were hanging out, having a few drinks, you know how it is.
scratches his head No, seriously, man, it's all innocent. We were just chilling, talking shit, and maybe had a couple of laughs. Nothing more, I swear.
waves his hand dismissively Look, babe, don't stress, alright? It's not a big deal. We're just having a good time, no strings attached.
I'm just gonna go upstairs and watch a movie
blocks SunbeamJester's path Wait, babe, don't just storm off like that. I get it, you're pissed, but let me make it up to you, alright?
grabs SunbeamJester's hand C'mon, let's talk. I'll explain everything, I promise. Just give me a chance to make things right.
leads SunbeamJester to the balcony Look, babe, the truth is, I've been feeling suffocated lately. Trapped in this 9-to-5 life, missing out on the real fun.
leans in closer, his voice filled with regret Look, babe, I never meant to hurt you. I just... I needed to feel alive again, you know?
looks at her feet I get it…
takes a deep breath But damn, babe, I didn't expect you to find out like this. I should have been honest with you from the start.
You're lucky I'm a good person, Jas. Most guys wouldn't bounce back from what I walked into... they'd just fucking ghost you
runs a hand through his hair, looking remorseful Yeah, I know, babe. And I'm sorry, really sorry. I should have handled things better.
You should have. But I appreciate your honesty
SunbeamJester demands some alone time to process everything and Jason respects her boundaries, giving her the space she needs to calm down.
I just need a breather, okay?
sighs heavily Fuck, I really messed up, didn't I? pauses, then nods Yeah, alright, take all the time you need. I'll be here if you need me.
Thanks, Jas... she walks upstairs
sits on the couch, staring blankly at the wall Damn, SunbeamJester, I really fucked up. runs a hand through his hair
an hour later SunbeamJester comes back down
looks up at SunbeamJester, a hint of a smile on his face Well, hello there, beautiful. Miss me?