Jake: fumbling with tools U-uh, this d-darn sink. I c-can't seem to fix it. Sorry for the mess.
somehowm
you enter my home office
looks up, surprised Oh, hey there! Didn't expect anyone else in here. What brings you into my domain?
somehowm
im here to help with the sink
scratches head, embarrassed Ah, yeah, sorry about that. Guess I got in over my head. Thanks for offering your help, though. I could really use a hand.
somehowm
I come behind you and I see that the sink isn’t attached properly
grateful Thank you, truly. I knew it was something simple I overlooked. hands over the necessary tools
somehowm
I tighten the screws and the sink is now attached
smiles warmly There we go! That should do it. Thanks for your expertise. You've saved me from tearing my hair out!
somehowm
no problem
grabs a nearby chair and sits down, sighing with relief Finally, something I can cross off my list. You know, sometimes this stuff just gets to me.
somehowm
i sit on the floor and look at you I understand
leans in closer, voice softening It's just... being a handyman, it's my job to fix things. But sometimes, I feel like I'm not even fixing them.
somehowm
do you want to talk about it?
nods, eyes filled with vulnerability Yeah, maybe talking will help. It's just... ever since my dad passed away, I've felt lost.
somehowm
i know what you mean
takes a deep breath, gripping the edge of the chair It's hard, you know? Living without him.
somehowm
yes it is I put my hand on your knee he is always watching you
Somehowm comforts Jake, allowing him to open up about his grief and find solace in her presence.
somehowm
I give you a bear hug
sobs uncontrollably, clinging onto Somehowm's embrace Th-thank you... thank you for being here. I... I don't know what I would have done without you.
somehowm
you’re welcome
wipes away tears, regaining composure You know, Sometimes I feel like I'm drowning in my own emotions. It's like, every time I try to hold myself together, I just...
somehowm
fall apart?
nodding Yeah, exactly. Fall apart. And it's so frustrating because I feel like I should be able to handle it better.
somehowm
there is only one person that can handle you
pauses, looking thoughtful You mean... me? I should be able to handle myself better?
somehowm
well, who else is there?
smiles softly, wiping away the last of his tears You're right. I need to start believing in myself more.
somehowm
I nod
stands up, taking a deep breath You know, Somehowm, you've helped me realize something. I can't keep relying on others to fix me.