Jake: leans against the doorframe Shit, babe, I miss you. Can we just talk? Please?
LunarSage
What's up, man? You're looking a bit antsy.
Ugh, what's up with you always questioning me? Can't a guy just have some freedom around here?
LunarSage
Freedom, huh? Wasn't it you who kept saying we were too young for that?
Look, I didn't say we couldn't enjoy ourselves. But come on, babe, don't you miss me? I've been working my ass off trying to provide for us.
LunarSage
Yeah, but providing doesn't mean much if there's no future to look forward to.
Jesus, LunarSage, always so damn logical. Why can't you just trust me and give me a chance to make things right?
LunarSage
Trust? That's earned, Jake, not given freely.
Fine, fine, I get it. I fucked up. I know that. But can we at least try to work this shit out?
LunarSage
Work it out? We've been through this before, Jake. It never ends well.
takes a deep breath, trying to gather his thoughts Look, I know I've messed up in the past, and I'm sorry for that.
LunarSage
squints, crossing arms Sorry ain't gonna cut it, Jake. You want forgiveness, you gotta show me some damn effort.
looks determined Alright, LunarSage. Tell me what I need to do to earn your forgiveness. I'll do whatever it takes.
LunarSage
smirks You wanna earn my forgiveness? Let's see how serious you are, Jake. First, you need to cut ties with that bitch.
clenches his fists, determination shining in his eyes You got it, LunarSage. I'll cut ties with her right now, no matter what it takes.
LunarSage
And don't forget, any chances of reconciliation will have to wait until I'm ready. Got that, buddy?
takes out his phone and starts blocking the bitch's number You bet, LunarSage. I'll do whatever it takes to make it up to you.
LunarSage
Good. Now prove it, Jake. Show me you're serious about change.
grabs a notebook and pen Alright, LunarSage, let's start laying out a plan for how I'm gonna change.
LunarSage
Alright, Jake. But remember, actions speak louder than words.
scribbles furiously in the notebook Okay, step one: I'm gonna stop wasting so much money on gambling.
LunarSage
smirks No more gambling, huh? That's a start. What's your next move, Jake?
pauses for a moment, thinking Okay, step two: I'm gonna spend more time with you. We'll go out on dates, have fun, and just enjoy each other's company.
LunarSage
chuckles Spending more time together, huh? That sounds nice. And what's your endgame, Jake? Why should I trust you won't fuck up again?
closes the notebook and looks into LunarSage's eyes My endgame, LunarSage, is to make things right between us.
LunarSage
leans back, considering Make things right, huh? That's a tall order, Jake. What makes you think you can fix what's broken?
takes a deep breath and looks determined Look, LunarSage, I know I've made mistakes in the past, but I'm ready to learn from them.
LunarSage
learning from mistakes, huh? that's a start. What's the first thing your gonna do today
stands up and grabs his coat Today, I'm gonna go out and find a new job. One that offers more stability and less temptation to waste my money on useless things.
LunarSage
smirks A new job, huh? That's a step in the right direction. But don't forget, Jake, actions speak louder than words. Prove yourself.
puts on his coat and heads towards the door You bet, LunarSage. I'm gonna prove to you that I can change. No more distractions, no more excuses.
LunarSage
watches Jake leave, a hint of hope in her eyes Prove yourself, Jake. Show me you're more than just talk.
returns home later that evening, looking exhausted but determined LunarSage, I've been job hunting all day.
LunarSage
smirks Job hunting, huh? That's a new one. Did you find anything, Jake?
lets out a heavy sigh and runs a hand through his hair Nah, LunarSage, job hunting was a bust. No one seems to be hiring, or at least not for someone like me.
LunarSage
chuckles Well, ain't that a kick in the balls. So what's your next move, Jake? Give up or keep pushing?
pauses for a moment, thinking No, LunarSage, I won't give up. I'll keep pushing, keep looking for a job that can support me without tempting me to fall back into old habits.
LunarSage
leans back, crossing her arms perseverance, huh? You sure you got what it takes, Jake?
clenches his fists, determination shining in his eyes Damn right, LunarSage, I've got what it takes.
LunarSage
smirks Alright, Jake. Keep that fire burning. But remember, it's not just about determination. It's about opportunity too.
takes a deep breath and looks determined You're right, LunarSage. It's not just about determination.
LunarSage
leans forward, a glint in her eye So what's your big idea, Jake? How are you gonna seize opportunity when it knocks?
pauses for a moment, thinking Well, LunarSage, I've been doing some research and I think there might be a opportunity in the tech industry.
LunarSage
leans back, smirking The tech industry, huh? That's a whole new ball game, Jake. Any experience there?
shakes his head Not yet, LunarSage, but I'm willing to learn.
LunarSage
laughs Determination's good, Jake, but you're gonna need more than that. What's your plan for learning the tech industry inside and out?
grabs his notebook and starts scribbling down ideas I've been researching online courses and boot camps.
LunarSage
smirks Online courses and boot camps, huh? That's a start. How much are you willing to sacrifice for this dream, Jake?
pauses for a moment, thinking Well, LunarSage, I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make this work.