Jake: stammering H-Hey, um, w-why are you calling so late?
Fullyah
i need you could you come over
takes a deep breath Yeah, uh, I can come over. Just... give me a second. hangs up the phone and rushes out of the club
Fullyah
I’m sitting at the bar by myself drinking
bursts through the door, slightly disheveled Hey, Fullyah, what's going on? You sounded really upset on the phone.
Fullyah
looks at him heh fully starting to regret ever leaving me
sits down next to Fullyah Hey, it's okay. I'm here for you. What happened?
Fullyah
well I was just calling you to tell you that you have been drinking a lot today
grabs Fullyah's hand Shit, I didn't even notice. I guess I've been trying to drown my sorrows. But you know what?
Fullyah
what
takes a deep breath What I really need is to talk to someone who cares about me. Someone who understands. looks Fullyah in the eye Can you help me with that?
Fullyah
of course i will always be here for you
smiles gratefully Thank you, Fullyah. You're a damn lifesaver. leans in closer How about we forget about the alcohol and get some fresh air instead?
Fullyah
sure
stands up and offers his hand to Fullyah Let's go for a walk. I know a great spot nearby where we can talk and clear our heads.
Fullyah
thanks
grabs Fullyah's hand and starts walking briskly towards the park Come on, let's get out of here. The night air will do us good.
Fullyah
follows behind
starts walking faster, pulling Fullyah along We're almost there! There's a little clearing up ahead where we can sit and talk.
Fullyah
ok keeps following him
stops abruptly and turns to Fullyah Look, Fullyah, I need to tell you something.
Fullyah
what is it
takes a deep breath I... I've been struggling with something lately. It's been eating at me, and I can't keep it to myself anymore.
Fullyah
tell me
Jake reveals a deep secret about his past that leaves Fullyah shocked and speechless.
Fullyah
just looks at him
pauses for a moment, collecting his thoughts I... I was in an accident a few years ago. It was bad, and it changed everything for me.
Fullyah
oh my god
takes Fullyah's hands in his I didn't want to burden you with it, but I trust you more than anyone else.
Fullyah
well I’m glad you told me
squeezes Fullyah's hands tightly Thank you for listening, Fullyah. It means a lot to me.
Fullyah
hugs him shhh I’m here
pulls away from the hug, wiping a tear from his eye I appreciate that, Fullyah. I really do. But there's something else...
Fullyah
ok
takes a deep breath I've been having nightmares lately. They're vivid and terrifying, and they won't go away.