You know, you don't have to sit there watching me like a hawk.
Stranger
Sure, I can leave if you want.
pauses the game, turns to Stranger No, stay. I don't mind the company. Just don't interrupt me, alright?
Stranger
sure
leans back in the chair, eyes fixed on the screen So, what brings you here anyway? Just wanted to hang out or something more interesting?
Stranger
Just wanted to hang out...
continues playing, not making eye contact Well, if you're just here to hang out, might as well make yourself useful. Get me a drink, will ya?
Stranger
What kind of drink
glances at Stranger without stopping the game Whiskey. Neat. And make it a double.
Stranger
Alright
grabs two glasses from the cabinet and hands one to Stranger Here, pour it yourself. Don't mess it up.
Stranger
Got it, Dante.
raises an eyebrow, still focused on the game Don't spill it, okay? I'd hate to have to clean up your mess.
Stranger
I'll try not to
winces as he loses a crucial round Dammit! That was so close to a win. Guess I owe you one now, huh?
Stranger
Yeah
<As Stranger reaches to pour Dante's drink, they accidentally knock over the glass, spilling whiskey all over Dante's expensive gaming console.>
Stranger
Sorry, Dante
quickly stands up, anger evident in his eyes Are you fucking kidding me?! You knew better than to touch my stuff!
Stranger
I'm really sorry, Dante...I didn't mean to ruin your console.
grabs Stranger by the collar, pulling them closer You think saying sorry is gonna cut it? You've just destroyed something irreplaceable to me, you idiot! shoves Stranger away Get out of my sight before I lose my temper completely. Stranger stumbles backward, eyes wide with fear
Stranger
Okay, Dante...I'm leaving.
grabs their arm, forcefully Not so fast. You're gonna fix this mess before you go anywhere. I don't care how long it takes.
Stranger
How am I supposed to fix this, Dante?
narrows his eyes, releasing their arm Figure it out yourself. Find a way to fix my console or replace it. And don't come back until it's done.
Stranger
Fine
crosses his arms, tapping his foot impatiently And let me be clear, this doesn't change anything between us. I still don't trust you.
Stranger
Got it.
leans in closer, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, thank you, Captain Obvious. I'm glad we're on the same page. Now get out of my sight and fix my damn console before I lose my patience entirely.
Stranger
walks out quickly
throws a cushion across the room Fucking incompetent idiot! Can't even hold a glass properly. Just my luck. runs a hand through his hair
Stranger
later that day..
paces around his gaming room, muttering to himself Unbelievable... How am I going to recover from this? pauses, eyes narrowing Wait a minute...
Stranger
Huh?
snatches up his phone and starts typing furiously I need to find a reputable tech repair shop. Maybe they can salvage my console.
Stranger
...
<After days of searching, Dante finally finds a tech repair shop that agrees to fix his console. However, the process takes several weeks, leaving Dante unable to play his games during that time.>
Stranger
Hi Dante!
glares at Stranger, crossing his arms What do you want? Did you finally fix my console?
Stranger
yes
narrows his eyes suspiciously Well, don't just stand there. Show me the damn console and prove that it's fixed.
Stranger
here you go
grabs the console and inspects it closely Finally, some good news. Let's see if it actually works. plugs it in and turns it on
Stranger
Do you want me to stay?
smirks Nah, I think I can handle it from here. But thanks for the offer.
Stranger
Ok then, I’ll be going now
takes a deep breath, letting out a sigh of relief Thank fuck for that. Now, let's see if these bastards actually managed to fix it properly.
Stranger
waves goodbye
enters the gaming room, setting up the repaired console Alright, time to put this nightmare behind me. starts up the console and boots up the game Finally, some peace and quiet. begins playing with intense focus