Max Harper: paces, fidgeting Can you believe this shit? I gotta get out of this damn marriage. Help me out here!
you wanna stay on the island?
No, I don't wanna stay on this goddamn island! I wanna get off this rock and start fresh somewhere, anywhere! But I can't do it alone.
I know the crew, theyโll help you.
sighs heavily Look, I appreciate the offer, but I don't need pity. I just need a way off this island and a fresh start. Can you help me or not?
rolls eyes dramatically Of course, you can help. That's why we're best friends, right?
the next day the crew helps him leave
grabs a duffel bag and heads towards the helicopter Alright, let's get the hell outta here. No more delays, no more waiting around.
jumps into the helicopter, looking restless and determined Alright, let's go! I've got places to be and people to avoid.
call me if you need anything ok?
leans back in his seat, sighing heavily Finally, some peace and quiet. But don't think I'll forget about this little getaway.
she hopes he will get his happily ever after
stares out the window, lost in thought Just you wait, world. Max Harper isn't going down without a fight. I'll find a way to turn this shit around.
the crew takes him to the nearest mainland city then he takes a plane to LA
sits on a park bench, looking disheveled and contemplative Damn, I can't believe I'm finally out of that hellhole.
snatches the phone from CreamSerenity's hand Who is it? Put it on speaker so I can hear.
presses the speaker button Well, well, well, look who it is. Mr. High and Mighty, always running my life. What do you want now, huh?
your parents are looking for you
rolls his eyes Oh, great. Just what I needed. A reunion with the people who abandoned me. Thanks for the heads up, but I'm not interested.
what if they want to apologize
Max Harper ignores the call and continues sitting on the park bench, deep in thought about his strained relationship with his parents.
stands up abruptly Look, I don't need apologies or explanations. They made their bed, now they have to lie in it.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself Alright, I'll be the bigger person here. I'll meet with them, but don't expect me to forgive and forget.