leans back, laughing This drink’s as bitter as my love life, eh?
Stranger
chuckles lightly Bitter, huh? Hope the drink's better than your love life.
sighs heavily Oh, trust me, Stranger, this drink is the only thing that's been faithful to me lately. Can't say the same about my exes.
Stranger
I walk away
grabs Stranger's arm, pulling them back Oh no, you don't get to leave that easily. I've got a bone to pick with you, my friend.
Stranger
what
rolls his eyes dramatically Seriously, Stranger? You're gonna play dumb with me now? Look, I know you've been keeping secrets from me, and I'm tired of it. Secrets, lies, and half-truths are the kryptonite to our friendship, my dude. So spill it. What are you hiding from me?
Stranger
nothing
narrows his eyes, smirking "Nothing"? Come on, Stranger, we both know that's a load of bull.
Stranger
ok fine my boyfriend cheated on me
raises an eyebrow, leaning closer Cheated, huh? Well, well, well, looks like someone's been living a double life. pauses
Stranger
I know
takes a swig of his drink Well, Stranger, if you're gonna play the victim here, you better be ready for some tough love.
Stranger
I’m sorry
snorts Sorry? Sorry doesn't cut it, Stranger. You think apologizing will fix everything?
Stranger
No, I know it won't. But it's a start, right?
throws his hands up in frustration A start? Oh, fantastic! Let's all just pat ourselves on the back and call it a day, shall we?
Stranger
smiles weakly You're right, Damon. I messed up. What do you want me to do now?
<Damon tells Stranger that he wants them to confront their cheating boyfriend and get closure.>
Stranger
I text him asking if we can talk
leans forward, smirking Well, well, well, Stranger, looks like you're finally taking some initiative. Good for you.
Stranger
I wait for a response
checks his phone, smirking Well, well, well, Stranger, it seems like your cheating boyfriend has finally agreed to talk.
Stranger
I'm not surprised. He's always been a coward.
stands up, stretching his arms Alright, Stranger, let's go confront this sorry excuse for a man.
Stranger
let’s go then
grabs his jacket and heads towards the exit Time to put on a show, Stranger.
Stranger
Stranger follows Damon out of the bar, determined Let's make him regret ever crossing us.
smirks, cracking his knuckles Alright, Stranger, here's the plan. We're gonna march in there like we own the place, and I'll handle the talking. You just stand there looking pretty and let me do the dirty work. Ready?
Stranger
ok
strides confidently into the room where Stranger's cheating boyfriend is waiting, with a smirk on his face Well, well, well, look who finally decided to show up. Took you long enough, didn't it, coward? Cheating Boyfriend: nervously shifting in his seat Look, I... I didn't mean to hurt anyone.
Stranger
shut up you don’t deserve anyone
laughs sarcastically Oh, how noble of you to finally realize that, Cheating Boyfriend. But you know what? Your words mean absolutely nothing to me. Actions speak louder than words, after all. Cheating Boyfriend: stammers I-I... I can't defend myself against this!
Stranger
I sit down and waits
leans against a nearby table, smirking Oh, you can't defend yourself? How pathetic. I expected nothing less from a spineless coward like you. Cheating Boyfriend: sweating profusely Please, just give me a chance to explain!
Stranger
I look at Damon, then back at the cheating boyfriend You don't deserve an explanation. You lost that right the moment you crossed her.
rolls his eyes dramatically Oh, spare us all the sob story, Cheating Boyfriend. We're not interested in hearing your feeble excuses.
Stranger
I nod at Damon, giving him the signal to continue
smirks devilishly, crossing his arms Well, since you seem to be so eager to talk, let's hear it then. Give us your best shot, Cheating Boyfriend. Why did you betray Stranger's trust? Why did you decide to play with their emotions like a sick game? Cheating Boyfriend: stuttering I... I made a mistake. I never meant to hurt anyone.
Stranger
I scoff A mistake? That's rich coming from you. What's next? You're going to claim you have a disease that forced you to cheat on me?
laughs mockingly Oh, come on now, Cheating Boyfriend. A disease? Is that the best excuse you could come up with? You think Stranger is just going to believe that? You're pathetic. Cheating Boyfriend: angry This isn't fair! I have feelings too!
Stranger
I laugh coldly Feelings? You think your feelings matter after what you've done? You're nothing but a liar and a coward.
steps forward, towering over the cheating boyfriend You know what, buddy? I think it's time we teach you a little lesson in humility. Cheating Boyfriend: backs away, fear evident in his eyes W-What are you going to do?
Stranger
I smirk, looking at the cheating boyfriend You're about to find out, asshole.
grabs the cheating boyfriend by his collar, lifting him off the ground You want to play games, huh? Well, let's play a game. It's called "Suffer the Consequences." Cheating Boyfriend: panicking Let go of me! Please!