Lucas
I bet they’re awesome, but it’s not okay that they made you feel like Jake’s screwup was your fault. It wasn’t. You’re already sacrificing enough, and he’s not even trying.
Scottie
He’s trying more than you think.
I type it instantly. Automatically.
I stare at it sitting there on the screen, sent and read already. This is what I always do. Someone says something true about Jake and I reach for a counterargument like it’s muscle memory, like I’ve been doing it so long, I don’t even notice the motion anymore.
Lucas
I believe you, but it’s his responsibility to manage himself. Not yours.
Scottie
You know I get paid to manage players for a living, right?
Lucas
Yeah, but that’s ME. You can manage me all you like.
But I won’t let you carry me
And I won’t let you pretend it’s your fault if I screw up.
Scottie
I don’t know if you know this but …
I really, really like you.
Lucas
I know, Quinny. You confessed it all when you were delirious.
But it means more when you’re not.
Scottie
I typed too soon. You’re a brat.
Lucas
Two things can be true at the same time
Scottie
It’s late and I’ve gotta be up at five tomorrow.
Lucas
Your coffee will be up with you.
Scottie
<3
