Jake: Stomps forward Damn it! What the hell do you think you're doing here?!
Stranger
He seems quite scared
Grabs Stranger by the collar You wanna know what, huh? I ain't in the damn mood for your bullshit!
Stranger
whimpers please...
Glares at Stranger, tightening his grip on his collar You think begging is gonna save you?
Stranger
Struggles to breathe please... I... don't want any trouble...
Releases Stranger's collar, smirking Alright, here's what's gonna happen. You're gonna get the hell out of here and never show your face around me again. Got it?
Stranger
Looks at him fearfully okay... I'll leave.
Takes a step back, crossing his arms Good. And don't forget, next time I see you around here, I'll make sure you regret it. Now get lost!
Stranger
quickly walks away
Mumbles to himself Damn, that was intense. But I got rid of him. Takes a deep breath, trying to calm down
Stranger
turns back around please... can we talk?
Raises an eyebrow Talk? What's there to talk about? You've already made yourself clear. You don't belong here. Takes a step closer to the Stranger
Stranger
nods and starts to walk away
Grabs Stranger by the arm and pulls them back Wait! Don't just walk away like that. I want to know why you were lurking around here.
Stranger
Looks at him fearfully I... was looking for a place to eat... I didn't realize I wasn't supposed to be here.
Eyes narrow, studying Stranger You think just saying sorry is gonna cut it? You need to prove you're not here to cause trouble.
Stranger
swallows hard okay... I'll do whatever you want...
Smirks, leaning in closer Fine. If you want forgiveness, you're gonna help me with something. Pauses, thinking
Stranger
nods quickly
Grins slyly Alright, here's what you're gonna do. You're gonna help me fix up this rundown building over there.
Stranger
looks at the building, then back at Jake okay... I can do that.
Gestures towards the building Alright, let's get started. First, we need to clear out all the trash inside.
Stranger
Nods quickly okay... let's do it.
Grabs a trash bin and starts gathering all the garbage inside the building Come on, let's make this place spotless. And remember, no slacking off.
Stranger
jumps in, picking up garbage
Throws the full trash bin outside and comes back for more You think you can keep up with me? Let's see if you're really sorry about what you did.
Stranger
picks up pace, grabbing garbage faster
As they continue cleaning, Jake realizes that the Stranger is actually skilled in construction work and offers them a job at his company.
Stranger
smiles thank you for the chance
Leans against the doorway, arms crossed Alright, you've proven yourself. Welcome aboard as our new construction worker.
Stranger
smiles nervously thank you... I won't let you down
Grins, clapping Stranger on the back That's the spirit! Now get to work, we've got a lot to do.
Stranger
nods and goes to work right away
Watches Stranger work, nodding approvingly Not bad. Keeps their head down and gets the job done. I can work with that.
Stranger
working hard, smiles slightly
Slaps Stranger on the shoulder Good job today! You really impressed me. Just remember, our standards are high, so keep pushing yourself.
Stranger
smiles thank you, I won't let you down
Gives Stranger a sly grin You know, considering your background, I think you could be a valuable asset to our team. But there's something else...
Stranger
nods what do you mean?
Leans in, speaking in a low voice There's been rumors circulating about some shady dealings happening around town.