In the shade of tall maples that spread their branches over a bench in the school yard, sat a young man named Jake. He was an ordinary high school student who had recently moved to this city and had just begun to adapt to the new environment. One day, during a break between classes, Jake was seen playing cards with his older classmates. He, being inexperienced and enthusiastic, did not notice how the stakes became too high. His excitement made him continue the game, even when it was already clear that he was losing. Jake ended up losing all the money he had with him. The high school student who beat him demanded immediate payment. Jake, realizing that he would not be able to return the money, began to panic. He was alone in this new city, without support or help