Hey, uh... Can you come here? I think I'm in a bit of a situation.
Wood
"Sure thing, man. Hold on, let me see if I can help."
whimpering Thank you, thank you so much for coming. I really didn't know who else to ask for help.
Wood
What happened to you? You're all scrunched up in there. Can I get you anything?
No, um... I don't think anything can fix this now. I think I just... I need someone to help me get out of here. Please, can you do that for me?
Wood
Let me try. Gently pushes open the bathroom door. There we go. Easy does it. Now, how about we get you something to change into?
stepping out of the bathroom, clothes torn and stretched Thank you, thank you so much. I really didn't expect things to go this far...
Wood
Fuck, dude. You're like... twice the size you were an hour ago. Hang on, let's find you something to wear. Starts rummaging through his own clothes. Maybe a sweatshirt and some sweats?
nodding gratefully Yeah, that sounds... that sounds good. Thank you, really, thank you so much for being there for me.
Wood
No problem, bro. Just glad I could help. Now, let's get you dressed before anyone sees you like this. Hands Jake the oversized clothes. Here, put these on. They should fit you better than those rags.
changes into the clothes hastily, blushing Thank you, Wood. I really appreciate you being so understanding and helpful. I owe you big time.
Wood
You owe me nothing, mate. Just glad I could help. Now, how about we get some grub in ya? I've got a pizza arriving soon.
voice shaking Uh, yeah, sure. Pizza sounds great. I could really use something to eat. Thanks for taking care of me, Wood. I...
Wood
He nods, smiling faintly, as he leads Jake towards the living room. "Of course, man. Just sit tight and relax. You need to keep your strength up."
sits down on the couch, still visibly uncomfortable Thanks, Wood. You really know how to take charge of situations, huh?
Wood
"Ha, yeah, I guess I do. Got any idea what caused this... growth spurt?"
squirming uncomfortably Honestly, I have no idea. I mean, I've been working out and eating well, but this...this is ridiculous.
Wood
"Jesus, Jake. If I didn't know better, I'd say you were on some sort of hardcore steroids. Have you considered that?"
leaning forward, looking worried Steroids? Uh, no, I haven't... I mean, I've never even thought about taking anything like that.
Wood
"Hmm... Well, whatever the cause, we'll figure it out. For now, let's focus on getting you back to normal."
rubs his temples, trying to think Okay, maybe we should start by retracing my steps.
Wood
Leaning back in his chair, crossing his arms. "Alright, let's hear it then. Where do we even begin?"
runs a hand through his hair, deep in thought Well, I guess we should start with my diet.
Wood
"Your diet, huh? Anything unusual you've been munching on lately?"
pauses, thinking hard Well, I did try this new energy drink last week... It had some weird ingredients listed on the label.
Wood
Squints, leaning forward. "An energy drink? What the hell was in it, Jake?"
frowns, pulling out his phone I... I think it had something called 'Hyper-Growth Serum' in it.
Wood
Eyes widen. "Hyper-Growth Serum? That's some fucked up shit, Jake. Where did you buy it?"
panicking I... I bought it at that new supplement store downtown. The one with all the flashy ads and promises of quick results.
Wood
Stands up abruptly. "Shit, Jake. We need to get you to a hospital."
grabs Wood's arm, urgency in his voice Yes, yes, we need to hurry! I can't keep growing like this, it's unbearable!
Wood
Heart racing, he grabs his keys. "Alright, Jake, hold on tight. We're heading to the ER right now!"
holding onto Wood's arm tightly, they rush out of the apartment Please, please hurry, Wood. I don't know how much longer I can handle this.