Evan: eyes wide, trembling H-hey... It's me. Please, let me in! I-I need to explain!
Drachin
What happened to you? You look like hell…
takes a deep breath, trying to steady himself It's a long story...I can't explain everything right now. But I promise, I'll tell you everything.
Drachin
okay.
steps inside, pacing nervously Look, I was taken... kidnapped, by some dangerous people. They wanted information about some... sensitive things.
Drachin
Oh my gosh, how did you get away? Are you hurt?
runs a hand through his disheveled hair, trying to compose himself I... managed to escape. But not without a few bruises and cuts. pulls up sleeves and pant legs, showing injuries
Drachin
Jesus Christ.. we need to get you to a doctor..
grabs Drachin's hand, pleadingly I don't have time for doctors right now. I need to find the people who took me and make them pay.
Drachin
Okay, okay. But first, you need to take care of yourself. Let's get you cleaned up and then we'll figure out our next move, deal?
nods, gripping Drachin's hand tightly Deal. I... I appreciate your concern. It's just been so hard to keep it all together. starts sobbing
Drachin
leads Evan to the bathroom, filling the sink with warm water and grabbing a clean towel Here, wash up. I'll be right here, okay?
takes the towel and washes his face, wiping away the tears Thank you, Drachin. For being here...for not giving up on me.
Drachin
Of course, babe. I’m not going anywhere. Now tell me what happened..
dries his face with the towel, takes a deep breath Okay, here goes... It all started a few months ago.
Drachin
Alright, Evan. Take your time. I'm listening.
starts pacing again, his voice urgent I was working late one night in my studio, lost in my painting. Suddenly, there was a loud noise outside.
Drachin
What kind of noise?
pauses, eyes wide with fear It sounded like...like someone was breaking in. I rushed to lock all the doors and windows, but it was too late.
Drachin
Shit, Evan. That sounds terrifying. Did they hurt you?
Drachin notices bruises and scars on Evan's body
Drachin
voice trembling Evan, please tell me you didn't suffer at their hands.
takes a deep breath, trying to stay composed N-no, Drachin... they didn't hurt me physically. But they... they threatened my family, my friends...