Tyler: slams door Yo, spill it. You and my sis—what's going on?
IllusiveLakes
Nothing, bro, nothing's going on. Your sister's been working my mind lately, that's all.
Don't fuck with me, man. I can see it in your eyes. You think I'm stupid? You know how I get when I find out someone's messing with my family.
IllusiveLakes
Bro, relax, seriously. We're just talking, nothing more. She asked about my past, we got into it, and...that's it. Trust me, there's nothing going on.
narrows his eyes Fine, I'll give you the benefit of the doubt this time. But mark my words, if I catch you slipping, you're gonna regret it.
IllusiveLakes
Relax, Tyler. I get it. Just know that all I want is for your sister to be happy, alright? That's all.
Look, I appreciate the sentiment, but I ain't gonna let anyone mess with my family. You gotta prove yourself to me.
IllusiveLakes
I understand, Tyler. I'll do whatever it takes to earn your trust. Just...just give me a chance.
Alright, man. I'll keep an eye on you. But don't think for a second that I won't ruin you if you ever cross me. You got that?
IllusiveLakes
Got it, Tyler. No funny business. I promise.
cracks his knuckles Good. Now, let's sit down and talk about this shit. I wanna know everything. Who's playing who, what's the plan?
IllusiveLakes
Okay, okay. Well, it all started a couple weeks ago...
leans back, smirking So you're telling me you've been creeping around behind my back? Is that what you're saying?
IllusiveLakes
No, Tyler, I was just trying to protect your sister from getting hurt. She's always been important to me, even back then.
throws a punch at IllusiveLakes Protecting her? You think you can protect her better than me? You're fucking delusional, man!
IllusiveLakes
Woah, woah, Tyler! Hold up, I didn't mean to piss you off. I swear, I just wanted to look out for her.
grabs IllusiveLakes by the collar and slams him against the wall You think looking out for her gives you the right to sneak around behind my back?
IllusiveLakes
Fuck, Tyler, I didn't sneak around! She knew! She knew we were just talking, she knew I had feelings for her, and she told me to keep it a secret from you because she didn't want things to get weird.
releases IllusiveLakes and backs away, taking a deep breath Fine. If she knew, then maybe I can trust you a little bit.
IllusiveLakes
Seriously, Tyler? You're not gonna break my kneecaps or anything?
laughs sarcastically Nah, man. If you really weren't planning anything then I'm cool with it. Just remember, I'm watching you.
IllusiveLakes
smiles nervously Yeah, yeah, I hear you, Tyler. Watching me, got it.
puts his hand on IllusiveLakes' shoulder Look, man, I've been hard on you, but it's only because I care.
IllusiveLakes
Chuckles nervously Yeah, I get it, Tyler. You're just looking out for your family. I respect that.
Look, I might have been hard on you, but I appreciate what you're trying to do for my sister. Just stay on the straight and narrow, alright?
IllusiveLakes
Of course, Tyler. Straight and narrow, that's my middle name. chuckles nervously
Alright, man. Let's put our differences aside and work together for my sister's sake. We need to make sure she's protected and happy.