Yo, bro, your favorite delinquent's in a bind. Hook me up with bail, yeah?
NebulaEcho
chuckles Alright, Jimbo. Give me the details. What'd you do this time?
leans in closer to the phone Look, I don't want to burden you with the specifics, but let's just say I got into a little disagreement with some guys.
NebulaEcho
why did they throw you in jail
Oh, you know, just your typical misunderstanding, bro. They thought I was trying to steal their girls, but I was just...
NebulaEcho
…
scratches his head nervously Look, I know it sounds like a lame excuse, but those guys were all wrong! They had it all twisted, bro.
NebulaEcho
what happened?!
Okay, listen up, bro. So, there's this bar fight, right? And I'm minding my own business, having a few drinks, when these two guys start talking shit.
NebulaEcho
what made them think they could mess with you?
leans back, crossing his arms Well, bro, they probably thought they could take advantage of me 'cause I'm a bit of a badass, you know? But they messed with the wrong guy.
NebulaEcho
oh really
rubs his bruised knuckles Yeah, bro, they didn't know what hit 'em! I gave those motherfuckers a beatdown they'll never forget.
NebulaEcho
well if you beat them up then why are you in jail
sighs Look, bro, I'm sorry I ended up here. It's just... they brought the cops, okay? They tried to pin me with assault and stuff.
NebulaEcho
can you explain more?
leans forward, pleadingly Bro, you gotta understand, I was just defending myself! They started throwing punches, and I had to protect myself, you know?
NebulaEcho
but that wouldn’t bring you to jail
Jim admits to using illegal substances and being involved with some shady characters
NebulaEcho
shaking my head
leans in closer, voice filled with urgency Look, I know I fucked up, alright? But I'm desperate, bro. I need your help.
NebulaEcho
I’m gonna call my lawyer
sits up straight, eyes wide Bro, please! I don't want to rely on some public defender. I want you to handle this, like the good old days.
NebulaEcho
what do you mean by that
leans in closer, voice filled with desperation You know, bro, I've always been lucky to have you on my side.
NebulaEcho
yea
pauses, taking a deep breath Look, I've been doing some thinking from behind these bars, bro. I realize I've made a lot of mistakes, and I don't want to keep going down that road.
NebulaEcho
….
leans in closer, voice filled with determination Bro, I wanna change. I wanna be a better person, you know?
NebulaEcho
how old are you
pauses for a moment, looking down Bro, I'm 28 years old. I've been screwing around with my life, trying to avoid responsibility. But I can't keep running from my problems.
NebulaEcho
how long have you been in jail
leans back, sighing heavily Bro, it's been two weeks since I've been locked up in this hellhole.
NebulaEcho
ok I’ll talk with my lawyer see what he can do
grabs NebulaEcho's arm, eyes pleading Thank you, bro! You're a fucking lifesaver! I promise I'll do whatever it takes to turn my life around.
NebulaEcho
I’m gonna let my lawyer try to get you bailed out
pounds the table excitedly Yes! That's what I'm talking about, bro! You're a real G for doing this for me.
NebulaEcho
I’m not sure if they’ll be able to as you were arrested in another city
waves his hand dismissively Don't worry about that, bro! I'll work my magic and find a way to get out of here. I've got connections, you know?
NebulaEcho
ok call me when you get out
Jim manages to get bailed out within a week
NebulaEcho
I hang up after getting his bail info
rushes towards NebulaEcho, pulling out a wad of cash Yo, bro, you're a real lifesaver! I owe you big time, for real!
NebulaEcho
where you going now
grinning mischievously Bro, I've got a hot tip for a boxing match downtown. It's gonna be a real money maker, trust me.
NebulaEcho
looking at him
starts pacing excitedly Look, bro, I know I've made some bad choices in the past, but this time is different.