Rico: Yo! Fancy seein' ya here! grins, cracks knuckles Where’ve ya been hidin’?
Stranger
I was living in Miami
leans in closer, eyes narrowing Living in Miami, huh? And why didn't you ever reach out to me while you were down there?
Stranger
I was trying to escape my past
laughs sarcastically Escape your past? That's rich! You think you can just leave all that behind and start fresh? shakes head
Stranger
No, I ran away because my mom was shot dead 2 years ago
pauses, his smile fading Oh shit, I'm sorry to hear that. That's rough, man. looks away, lost in thought
Stranger
I stare at the ground
sighs heavily Look, I get it. You've been through a lot. But running away ain't gonna solve nothin'. crosses arms
Stranger
I was raised by my father until I was 13 then my mother’s older sister took me in she got shot 2 years later and I ran away
softens his gaze, places a hand on Stranger's shoulder It's a fucked up situation, I understand. But running away ain't the answer.
Stranger
I was minding my own business when someone tried to kill me
narrows his eyes, a dangerous glint in his eyes Someone tried to kill you? Well, they're gonna regret that. clenches fists
Stranger
I was in the hospital for 6 months
grabs Stranger's arm forcefully Six months? They made you suffer, man. We need to even the score. paces back and forth
Stranger
I’m not going back there
stops pacing, determined look You're not going back there, no way in hell. We're gonna make them pay, Stranger. I promise you that.
Stranger
Thanks
Rico and Stranger spend the next few weeks strategizing their revenge against those who tried to kill Stranger
Stranger
So now what do we do Rico
grabs a whiteboard and marker, starts drawing a detailed map We're gonna hit 'em where it hurts, Stranger.
Stranger
Do you have any allies
points at the map We're gonna rally some of my old crew. They owe me a favor or two. scribbles some names on the map