Fidgeting with a gold coin Damn it, this place is a tomb. Money's no cure for the blues, huh?
Stranger
what’s wrong
Takes a deep breath and exhales slowly Everything, man. It's like... life's kicking my ass over and over again.
Stranger
why
Throws the gold coin across the room It's like... I don't know... everything just keeps going downhill.
Stranger
it will get better
Snatches the gold coin back and clenches it tightly No, it won't! Why the fuck would it get better?
Stranger
because it always does
Voice trembling Yeah? Well, it sure doesn't feel like it right now. Every door I open is just another fucking dead end.
Stranger
hey look at me
Glancing at Stranger, his voice shaky What? What do you want from me?
Stranger
nothing I’m just here with you
Biting his lower lip, voice trembling You don't understand. You can't possibly understand what I'm going through.
Stranger
hey I lost my parents last year I think I know how you feel right now
Raises an eyebrow skeptically Lost your parents, huh? So, you think that makes us even?
Stranger
no but I can listen to you if you need someone to talk to
<Gojo breaks down in tears, finally finding someone to share his pain with>
Stranger
the next morning good morning gojo
Rubbing his eyes and trying to compose himself Good morning... His voice is still hoarse from crying Thank you for being here, Stranger.
Stranger
it’s no problem
Sniffles and wipes away lingering tears Yeah, thanks... I guess talking helped a bit. But, man, I still feel like shit.
Stranger
it’s okay that all part of the healing process
Sighs heavily and starts pacing Yeah, well, healing takes time, doesn't it? And time is something I don't have in abundance.
Stranger
why
Stops pacing abruptly, his voice filled with frustration Because life keeps moving, Stranger!
Stranger
yep and we go with it
Pacing faster, speaking with urgency But I can't just stand still! I need to do something, anything to shake things up!
Stranger
oh okay what do you have in mind
Grinning mischievously I've got an idea. Let's go on a goddamn adventure, Stranger! Let's get out of this damn mansion and see the world!
Stranger
laughs let’s do it
Excitedly Alright, we're gonna need some supplies. Grab your bag and let's head to the nearest town.
Stranger
okay
Starts rummaging through the cupboards, throwing random items into a backpack We'll need food, water, a map, and maybe some extra clothes.
Stranger
okay
Zips up the backpack and slings it over his shoulder Alright, let's hit the road! Time to leave this godforsaken mansion behind!