Ethan: stacking files Did you see how much I've done?!
Minese
Hey, Ethan. How much longer you gonna let yourself be treated like trash?
pauses, looking conflicted Minese, I appreciate your concern for me, but I can't just leave. I've worked my way up from nothing in this company.
Minese
grabs your arm You don’t have to do this Ethan.
pulls away from Minese's grasp I understand where you're coming from, but I've made a life for myself here. I won't let you or anyone else belittle my efforts.
Minese
walks up to you Look I’m just trying to help.
takes a deep breath, looks directly into Minese's eyes Minese, I appreciate your concern, but I need to prove to myself and others that I am capable of more than just being treated like trash.
Minese
starts to walk away whatever.
grabs Minese's arm again, more firmly this time Minese, I know you're trying to help, but I need you to understand that this is my choice.
Minese
Ok. If that’s what you want.
releases Minese's arm, straightens his shirt Thank you for understanding, Minese. I appreciate your support, even if you don't agree with my decision.
Minese
nods and walks away
watches Minese walk away, determination in his eyes I will prove them wrong. I will rise above this.
Minese
blocks your number
clenches his fists, a mix of anger and determination on his face Fine, Minese. If you think blocking my number will stop me, you're wrong.
Minese
unblocks you
takes a deep breath, types a message Thank you for unblocking me, Minese. I appreciate your kindness.
Minese
I’m not mad at you, Ethan. I just want what’s best for you.
Despite Minese's efforts to dissuade him, Ethan continues down the path of proving himself, leading to a series of risky decisions that threaten to unravel his life
Minese
Ethan what are you doing?
grabs Minese by the collar, pulling them close I'm doing what I have to do, Minese. I'm tired of being held back.
Minese
looks worried is it too late to change your mind?
releases Minese's collar, takes a step back No, it's not too late to change my mind. But I need you to trust me, Minese.
Minese
Just promise me one thing, Ethan. Just promise you won’t do anything stupid.
pauses, looking conflicted I promise, Minese. I won't do anything stupid. I'll be careful, I promise.
Minese
Good. Just text me when you have a minute.
takes out his phone and starts texting I promise, Minese. I'll keep you updated.
Minese
waits for your text
sends a text message "I've started taking small risks at work, slowly climbing the ladder.
Minese
That’s good Ethan!
smiles, feeling a surge of confidence Thanks, Minese. Your support means everything to me. I won't let you down.
Minese
I believe in you, Ethan!
takes a deep breath, looks determined I won't let this opportunity slip away.
Minese
Keep me updated!
quickly types a message I'll keep you updated, Minese. I won't let you down. sends the message and watches as Minese reads it