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Re-Tread
Last time, Rose saw something she wanted.
Today’s Comic
Now, Nate considers his options.
Sometimes we could all use a Steve in our lives.
Transcript
[Nate carrying his stuff away from the car]
Nate: Look, I appreciate what you're trying to do, but...
[Steve and Nate approaching the apartment building]
Nate: I don't see how moving back here to work some shitty grocery store job is a step in the right direction.
Steve: It's a fucking STEP. You got a lead on a something better?
[Steve and Nate going up outdoor stairs]
Nate: Well, no, but I just need time to finish my novel.
Steve: Bullshit. You've had a year and a half, and all you're doing is rotting away at your Mom's house.
[Steve and Nate approaching the apartment door]
Nate: I just.. If I'm going to make a move, I need to be 100% sure it's the right thing, ok?
Steve: You can never be 100% sure of anything.
[Steve holding the door to let Nate into the apartment]
Steve: Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good, motherfucker.
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