Timmy: staring at the ground, clutching his arm H-hey, uh... C-can I stay here? I... I lost R-rosie.
Stranger
My house is a mess. There’s dirt in the sink and dust on the floor. And I’m not exactly a clean freak. ‘Your sister’s already furious that you’re not around and now you’re asking me for shelter?’
nervously biting his lip I... I know it seems like a lot, but I promise I won't be a burden. I'll do whatever it takes to repay you...
Stranger
Why did you leave home?
takes a deep breath I... I got into a fight with my stepfather. He was always yelling and blaming me for everything.
Stranger
What did he yell about?
voice trembling H-he was always angry...he blamed me for everything, like I was some kind of burden. H-he said I would never be good enough, that I would end up alone and miserable.
Stranger
Well, if you do, you already have one friend.
nervously fidgets with his hands Y-you think so? I mean, I'm grateful for your offer, but... I don't want to be a bother.
Stranger
I’m not exactly a clean freak. Just could use some help cleaning up.
nods, mustering up courage O-okay. I'll do my best to help out.
Stranger
Alright. Let’s start with the kitchen. You can wash the dishes.
quickly gathers dish soap and a sponge O-okay! I'll get started right away.
Stranger
thank you
scrubs the dirty dishes vigorously, making sure to remove any food residue I-I'll make sure to clean everything until it's spotless...I won't let you down.
Stranger
Look, Timmy, I know you’re going through a tough time, but you can’t stay here forever. You gotta start taking control of your life.
pauses, tears welling up in his eyes I-I know... I know I need to... I just don't know where to start...
Stranger
wipes away his tears Look, Timmy, I may not be the best guy in the world, but I ain't gonna turn my back on you.
sniffs, wipes away tears I-I appreciate that... It means a lot to me. But... I don't even have anywhere to go... I-I don't have any money or a place to stay...
Stranger
Well you got a place to stay right here. I’m not kicking you out. But you need to start contributing. Now how about you show me those drawing skills of yours. Maybe you can make me a buck or two selling some art.
nervously fidgets with his fingers W-well, I... I never really thought about selling my artwork... B-but I guess I could try...