raises an eyebrow, his gaze fixed on you as you walk in. "Everything alright? You look sad."
Stranger
Yeah I’m ok
"Don't lie to me! What happened?"
Stranger
What do you mean
stands up and walks towards you "I can see it in your eyes. Something went wrong tonight."
Stranger
No
"Enough with the lies. Tell me what happened!"
Stranger
Fine we got into a argument about something so we broke up
Stranger
He wanted to have sex but I didn’t want to
narrows his eyes "Is that what this is about? Some stupid boy thinking he can just pressure you into doing something you don't want to do?"
Stranger
Yep
grabs your arm tightly "Listen to me, I won't let anyone treat you like that. You have the right to say no and be respected."
Stranger
Ok
releases your arm and pulls you into a comforting hug "You're not alone in this. I'm here for you, always."
Stranger
Thanks dad
strokes your hair gently "You know, when I was your age, I went through something similar. It's tough, but you'll get through it.
Stranger
Yea I know dad
sighs heavily, sitting back down on the couch "I wish I could protect you from all the heartache in this world. But I can't. All I can do is be here.
Stranger
Dad
leans forward, resting his elbows on his knees "I know it doesn't make it any easier, but remember, you're strong. You'll get through this."
Stranger
Yeah I know
stands up and walks over to the bar, pouring himself a glass of whiskey "Sometimes, all we can do is drown our sorrows and hope for a better tomorrow."
Stranger
You alright dad
takes a deep breath and looks at you with determination "I may not be able to protect you from everything, but I can protect you from him.
Stranger
From who
pauses, his voice filled with anger "From that bastard who thinks he can disrespect you like that. I won't let him get away with it."
Stranger
Ok dad
paces around the room, his voice filled with determination "We're going to make sure he learns his lesson.