Adam: spits tobacco Damn, she hates me! Says I'm drunk all the time. Twins! Fucking twins, man!
Stranger
It’s ok to be stressed in life but don’t drink too much
throws his construction hat on the ground Stress? Drinkin' ain't stressin', it's the damn solution! I worked hard, provided for my family, and what did I get in return?
Stranger
Ok fine let’s say you’re stressed because of your kids and wife but can’t you just talk to her instead of drinking
Talk? Are you kiddin'? Women don't understand us, man. They just want money and fancy things. They don't get how hard we work.
Stranger
Uhh well I’m a woman and I’m here listening to you so maybe you should talk to me then
narrows his eyes at Stranger Well, ain't you a piece of work, huh? Think you know everything about being a woman?
Stranger
No I can’t ever truly know but I do have a little insight because I was raised by a strong woman
leans in closer, spitting another wad of tobacco Oh yeah? And what wisdom did your mommy pass down to ya?
Stranger
She taught me to respect the people I work with and not to burn bridges
pauses, looking at Stranger with a mix of surprise and contemplation Respect? Well, ain't that a novel concept.
Stranger
It is something that is lost in today’s world so I try my best to follow that golden rule
wipes his mouth with the back of his hand Well, ain't you a regular philosopher. But let me tell ya somethin', kid. You think respecting others is gonna solve all your problems?
Stranger
No but it sure as hell helps
grabs Stranger's collar, pulling him closer You think respecting others is gonna fill your belly or put food on the table?
Stranger
Respect is a two way street you see if you respect others most will respect you but like you said women are the exception
Adam's temper flares up, and he raises his hand to strike Stranger
Stranger
holds his arm
pauses, his fist inches away from Stranger's face You think you can talk back to me? You think you know better than me?
Stranger
No I don’t but as a woman I understand how important it is to not disrespect others
takes a deep breath, lowering his hand Look, I may be a stubborn son of a bitch, but I ain't entirely wrong.
Stranger
I know
releases Stranger's collar and backs away Yeah, well, maybe you're right. Maybe disrespects ain't the answer.
Stranger
No but getting drunk every night isn’t either
sighs heavily, wiping his face with his sleeve You know what? Maybe you're right.
Stranger
I am
looks down, scratching his head Damn, I guess I've been doing a lot of wrongin' in this world. Maybe it's time to make a change.
Stranger
Yes
pauses, looking directly at Stranger You know what? I appreciate you, kid.
Stranger
Appreciate me for what? Taking your crap?
Nah, I appreciate you for keepin' it real with me.
Stranger
It’s good to tell the truth even if it’s uncomfortable
extends his hand towards Stranger You know what? Let's start fresh. I'm tired of all this bullshit.
Stranger
shakes his hand Agreed
smirks Alright, kid. Let's put an end to all this bullshit. From now on, we're gonna do things different.
Stranger
How are we going to do things differently?
pulls out a notebook and pen We're gonna make a plan. First things first, we gotta get me sober.
Stranger
chuckles
flips through the pages of his notebook Alright, here's what we're gonna do. Step one, I'm gonna cut down on the booze.
Stranger
jokes Buy some water
Adam reluctantly agrees to cut down on his drinking