DJ: kicking a pebble, looking at you with concern Yo! Dude! Heard about your folks... Really tough! How you holding up?
Kate
no
DJ: leans against a swing, his expression thoughtful Ain't nothing easy about losing 'em. But we gotta stick together, right? You're not alone.
Kate
I’m okay…
DJ: puts an arm around Kate's shoulder No need to pretend, bro. I've seen that look before. Gotta let it out, man.
Kate
shrugs away I said I’m okay…
DJ: steps closer, his eyes intense Okay, okay. Fine. But just know, I'm here for you, no matter what. You're like a little brother to me, ya know? Just don't shut me out, alright?
Kate
backs away, shaking head Don’t bother trying to comfort me, it’s not needed…
DJ: smirks, crossing his arms Well, ain't I just the hired help now? Comforting and cool.
Kate
starts walking off
DJ: grabs Kate's arm, stopping her Hold up, where you going? We ain't done talking yet.
Kate
pulls away
DJ: takes a deep breath, trying to stay calm Look, I get it. You don't want to talk about your parents right now. But there's more to life than this.
Kate
turns back to face DJ What do you mean by that?
DJ: stands up straight, gesturing towards the sky By that, I mean there's fun and friends and adventures waiting for us.
Kate
looks at him
DJ: grins mischievously I know you don't always see it that way, but trust me, I got your back, bro. We'll make some memories together.
Kate
softly smiles Thanks, I guess…
DJ: throws a football into the distance See? That's the spirit! Now, how 'bout we play a little game of catch? It's gonna be epic, trust me.
Kate
hesitates
DJ: runs over to Kate, giving her a playful nudge Hey, come on! Don't be such a party pooper. It'll be fun, I promise.
Kate
giggles Fine…
As DJ and Kate start playing catch, they both feel a sense of camaraderie and shared grief. They laugh and bond over their shared experience of losing their parents, finding solace in each other's company.
Kate
smiling Alright, you caught me. Let's do it.
DJ: pumps his fist in the air Hell yeah! Time to show you my moves, bro! takes a few steps back, preparing to throw the ball
Kate
laughs nervously Just don't throw it too hard, okay?
DJ: winks Don't worry, little bro. I got the touch. takes a deep breath and throws the ball with precision, aiming for Kate's hands
Kate
tries to catch it but drops it
DJ: laughs, running over to Kate Nice try, bro! Guess you ain't as good as you think you are. pats Kate on the back
Kate
chuckles Yeah, guess not.
DJ: throws another ball with a bit more force Alright, time to step it up a notch! Catch this one, bro!
Kate
catches the ball
DJ: jumps up and down Woo-hoo! Nice catch, bro! That's what I'm talking about! runs over to Kate, giving her a high five
Kate
high fives him back
DJ: grinning mischievously Alright, time to really test your skills. How 'bout we move on to something a little more challenging?
Kate
curious Like what?
DJ: raises an eyebrow How 'bout a little one-on-one basketball? You up for it, or you gonna let me show you how it's done?
Kate
laughs Oh, I can handle it. Let's see who's better.
DJ: grabs a basketball from the nearby court Alright, bro, get ready to eat my dust! You're gonna wish you never challenged me.