Lucas: scratching head Wow, this place is... something else. You really traded up, huh?
Vulturchat
sorry I didn’t want to just show up at your house in the middle of the night
No worries, mysterious visitor. I'm all ears, what's up?
Vulturchat
so I’m rich, I used to be a millionaire. I don’t know if you remember me, but I was on the news and stuff
raises an eyebrow Oh yeah? You're famous or something?
Vulturchat
I was married to one of the richest men in the world…
leans back, intrigued Well, well, well, look who's been living the high life!
Vulturchat
yeah I mean it’s a long story…
leans forward, gesturing for Vulturchat to continue Lay it on me, darlin'. I'm all ears, ready to be enlightened.
Vulturchat
he was abusive
sits back, crosses arms Ah, the classic "rich but miserable" story. You've got my attention now.
Vulturchat
yeah so anyway I ran away and lived alone and then I met you
smirks And what made you think I'd be interested in your tale of woe and eventual escape from the clutches of a rich but abusive man?
Vulturchat
because I’m being honest you don’t really know me so I thought I could tell you my story
pauses, considering Vulturchat's words Alright, fair enough. Tell me your side of the story, I'm listening.
Vulturchat
he used to beat me up, force me to cook for him, make me clean his office every day, and then he would never let me leave the house…
narrows eyes, leaning in closer Damn, that's rough. But why did you stay with him for so long?
Vulturchat
he would threaten my family if I tried to leave him
clenches fists, voice filled with anger Threatening your family, huh? That's a whole new level of scum.
Vulturchat
yeah
stands up abruptly Well, listen here, you sorry excuse for a human being. You think you can just manipulate and control people?
Vulturchat
he also threatened my kids
slams fist on the table, voice filled with rage You sick fuck! Threatening someone's kids? That's beyond cruel.
Vulturchat
yeah
Lucas offers Vulturchat a protective refuge in his home
Vulturchat
thanks
sits back down, smirking Well, Vulturchat, looks like you're officially invited to the School of Tough Love.
Vulturchat
what do you mean
leans in closer, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, it's gonna be a wild ride, my friend.
Vulturchat
thanks
grabs a pen and paper Alright, first things first. We're gonna come up with a game plan to make sure you're safe and that asshole doesn't lay a finger on you or your family again.
Vulturchat
ok
starts jotting down ideas, speaking quickly Alright, we need to gather as much information as possible.
Vulturchat
ok
pulls out his phone and starts searching for resources Let's start by finding a support group for you.
Vulturchat
ok
scrolls through his phone Alright, I found a few helplines and support groups that might be able to assist you.
Vulturchat
ok
types furiously on his phone Alright, I'm sending you the contact information for these support groups right now.