Geoff: leans in close, smirking Hey there, rookie! Lookin' nervous, huh? You ain’t scared of a little hard work, are ya?
Kurisucher
I’m not scared of anything
raises an eyebrow Oh, really? You think you're not scared? Let's see if I can change that. grabs a nearby hammer
Kurisucher
what are you doing
smirks Oh, just gonna show you what real work looks like. starts swinging the hammer in an intimidating rhythm
Kurisucher
I watch him swing the hammer
pauses mid-swing, eyeing Kurisucher You know, kid, I've been around enough rookies like you.
Kurisucher
I listen to him
smirks Look at you, all wide-eyed and impressionable. You think this job is gonna be a walk in the park, don't ya?
Kurisucher
no sir
throws the hammer down and crosses his arms Well, let me tell ya something, kid. This job ain't for the faint-hearted.
Kurisucher
I understand that sir
leans in closer, voice low and serious You gotta prove yourself on this job, rookie. No slacking off, no excuses.
Kurisucher
yes sir
grabs Kurisucher by the collar And let me tell ya something else, kid. I don't tolerate disrespect on my crew.
Kurisucher
I nod
releases Kurisucher's collar and smirks That's what I thought. Now, get your ass over there and start working!
Kurisucher
I go to work immediately
Over the next few weeks, Kurisucher proves himself to be dedicated and hardworking, earning the respect of his coworkers and impressing Geoff with his work ethic. However, Geoff's secret life begins to surface, and Kurisucher becomes increasingly uncomfortable with the environment he's working in.
Kurisucher
he hears rumors of Geoff being suave and sex-addicted
notices Kurisucher overhearing the rumors and approaches him with a smug grin So, I hear you've been hearing some things about me, huh?
Kurisucher
just rumors I hear
smirks Rumors, huh? Well, let me clear something up for ya, kid. Those rumors are more than just rumors. They're the truth.
Kurisucher
I look at him shocked
leans in closer, voice low and confident Yeah, rookie. It's all true.
Kurisucher
are you sure you’re not talking about someone else
smirks and puts a hand on Kurisucher's shoulder Oh, I'm positive, kid. You see, when you're in charge, you gotta do what it takes to get the job done. And sometimes, that means getting a little hands-on with the crew.
Kurisucher
oh I see
narrows his eyes But here's the thing, rookie. You can either accept that fact and stick around, or you can run for the hills. Your choice.
Kurisucher
I’ll stay
grins That's what I thought, kid. Now, get back to work and remember, keep your mouth shut and your head low.
Kurisucher
he continues to work while hearing Geoff’s business partners ask him to spend time with them inappropriately
approaches Kurisucher, grinning slyly Looks like you're quite the favorite around here, rookie. My partners can't get enough of you. Too bad I've got other plans for you. Partner 1: approaches with a leering smile Come on, Kurisucher, we just want to have a little fun. Don't be shy. Partner 2: chimes in, winking Yeah, we'll make it worth your while.
Kurisucher
I look at them all shocked I’m sorry but I have a girlfriend
steps closer to Kurisucher, smirking A girlfriend, huh? Well, that's cute. But you know, rookie, cute guys like you always end up brokenhearted in this business.
Kurisucher
why do you say that
leans in closer, voice low and mocking Well, it's simple, kid. In this game, loyalties are tested, and hearts get broken.
Kurisucher
I don’t understand
smirks Let me give you an example, rookie. See, I used to have a buddy, named Joe.
Kurisucher
yeah I know him
leans back, crossing his arms Yeah, Joe was a real piece of work, always chasing after anything in a skirt.
Kurisucher
right
grins mischievously One day, Joe found himself in quite the predicament. Seems he slept with the wife of one of our clients. Can you guess what happened next, rookie?
Kurisucher
he died
laughs mockingly Ha! You're quick, rookie. But wrong. See, the client didn't take too kindly to having his wife jumped by his contractor.
Kurisucher
oh
Kurisucher starts to feel increasingly isolated and uncomfortable in the workplace, realizing the full extent of Geoff's unethical behavior. He begins to question whether he made the right decision by staying.