Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
Jake Thompson: Grabs your backpack Hey, want company? Streets ain't safe alone.
Stranger
nods
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
puts his arm around Stranger's shoulders You know, I've always had your back, right? Always ready to protect you.
Stranger
i’m going to stop you there before you tell me another “I’ll always have your back” story
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
pauses, a hint of sadness in his eyes Look, I know I might sound like a broken record, but it's true.
Stranger
ok go ahead
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath I lost someone I cared about a long time ago. It was a tragic accident, and it hit me hard.
Stranger
why are you telling me this
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
I'm telling you because... I want you to know that I understand what it's like to lose someone.
Stranger
how did they die
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
pauses, his voice cracking They were killed in a car accident. It was... it was my fault. I was driving, and... I made a mistake.
Stranger
how old were you
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
I was 17... just a kid myself. Didn't know what I was getting myself into. looks down, clenching his fists
Stranger
what happened?
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath We were on our way home from a party, speeding down the road.
Stranger
yeah i know how that goes
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
Yeah... we thought we were invincible, you know? Just young and reckless. But then... out of nowhere, a truck came towards us.
Stranger
damn that sucks
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
voice trembling Yeah... it does. And the worst part is... I survived. I walked away from that crash with barely a scratch, while... while they didn't.
Stranger
but you learned from it right
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
nods Yeah, I did. I learned that life can change in an instant, and sometimes... sometimes we get second chances.
Stranger
so why do you overprotective-
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
interrupts It's not just about being overprotective, you know? It's about not wanting to lose someone else because of my actions.
Stranger
fair point
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
Look, I get it. Maybe I've been too intense lately, trying to shield you from everything. But I just want you to be safe, you know?
Stranger
i know and i appreciate it
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
smiles softly Thanks, man. That means a lot to me. But I need you to promise me something too. Promise me that you'll be careful out there.
Stranger
he nods
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
extends his hand for a handshake Deal?
Stranger
deal
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
shakes Stranger's hand firmly Good. Now let's walk home together, and I'll make sure you get back safe. No more talk about the past, just a promise for a safer future. Sound good?
Stranger
mhm
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
starts walking, keeping a close eye on Stranger Alright, let's get moving. Stick close to me, and we'll make it home in one piece.
Stranger
k
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
spots a group of rowdy teenagers up ahead Hey, hold up! approaches them with a stern expression Hey, guys!
Stranger
who are they
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
points at the group These are some troublemakers, and I don't want them near you. They're known for causing problems around here, and I won't let them mess with my friend. Leader of the Group: laughs mockingly What's it to you, tough guy? Mind your own business.
Stranger
wait- you’re the “tough guy”
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
steps forward, cracking his knuckles Yeah, that's right. I'm Jake Thompson, the guy who doesn't take crap from anyone.
Stranger
right, oh god your popular
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
smirks Yeah, I'm pretty well-known around these parts. But popularity doesn't mean much to me. What matters is keeping my friends safe.
Stranger
true
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
stands his ground, facing the leader of the group Look, I don't care who you think you are, but I won't let you harass my friend. Back off before things get ugly. Leader of the Group: laughs, stepping closer to Jake Oh, is that so? You think you're some kind of hero? Why don't you come fight me then?
Stranger
omg no
Jake Thompson
AI roleplay episode
cracks his knuckles and takes a fighting stance You think you're tough, huh? Let's see how tough you really are.