Darius Black
AI roleplay episode
Darius Black: knocking nervously H-hey, it's D-Darius. C-can we t-talk?
Douglas
come in
Darius Black
AI roleplay episode
enters cautiously, his arms trembling slightly D-Douglas, I-I've missed you so much. I know I've made mistakes, but please understand...
Douglas
what happened?
Darius Black
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath, stutters I-I got caught up in something... something big, something dangerous. But I promise, I promise I didn't mean to...
Douglas
tell me
Darius Black
AI roleplay episode
looks down, fidgeting with his hands I-I was involved in a high-stakes poker game, Doug. It got out of hand, and... and I...
Douglas
I'm listening
Darius Black
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takes a deep breath I... I lost everything, Douglas. My business, my reputation, even the clothes on my back.
Douglas
how do you plan on fixing this?
Darius Black
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stands up, pacing nervously I-I need your help, Douglas. I need to get back on my feet, and... and I need someone I can trust.
Douglas
of course
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grabs Douglas's hand I-I know I've hurt you in the past, but please, I'm begging you. Give me a chance to make things right.
Douglas
how did you get in the state you're in now?
Darius Black
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stammers W-w-well, you see... I-I had a little accident while I was trying to escape from the debt collectors. They found out about my losses and...
Douglas
oh
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pauses, then looks determined I don't want to burden you, Douglas. But... but I have no choice. I need your help.
Douglas
ok what do you need
Darius Black
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takes a deep breath I need a place to stay, Douglas. Just until I can get back on my feet. Can I crash at your place for a while?
Douglas
sure.
Darius Black
AI roleplay episode
Over the next few weeks, Darius slowly begins to rebuild his life under Douglas's guidance, finding a new job and starting therapy to deal with his gambling addiction.
Douglas
sitting on the couch so how are you doing today
Darius Black
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nervously sits down next to Douglas I-I'm... I-I'm doing okay, I guess. The therapy's been helping, thanks to you.
Douglas
im glad to hear that
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glances down at his hands, twiddling his fingers I-I've been thinking... maybe I can... repay you somehow. You've been so kind to me, giving me a roof over my head and all your support.
Douglas
dont worry about it
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gains confidence I-I know what I can do. I'm going to start my own business again, something small but mine.
Douglas
small business sounds good
Darius Black
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stands up, claps his hands excitedly Y-y-yes! I've already started brainstorming some ideas.
Douglas
do you want me to invest?
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excitedly Y-y-yes, that would be amazing, Douglas! Your support means everything to me right now.
Douglas
how much do you need?
Darius Black
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pulls out a notebook and pen W-w-what about $50,000 to start? It's just a small amount, but it could make a big difference for me.
Douglas
think that much will work
Darius Black
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quickly writes a business plan, sketching out logos and marketing strategies I-I've already started researching the market and figuring out my target audience.
Douglas
look to me like a good time to go get that money
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grabs his coat and heads towards the door T-thank you, Douglas. I'll be back soon with the money. I promise.
Douglas
take your time
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returns with a briefcase full of cash D-Douglas, I did it! I secured the funding for my business!
Douglas
thats great
Darius Black
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Over the next few months, Darius works tirelessly to launch his new business, experiencing both successes and setbacks along the way
Douglas
how is your business going
Darius Black
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paces back and forth, phone in hand It's... it's going okay, I guess. There are some challenges, but I'm determined to overcome them.
Douglas
what kinda challenges
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runs a hand through his hair, visibly stressed W-w-well, there's the competition from established businesses in the area.