Central Park.
"No need to thank me."
Adam smiled, "We're friends, and you're doing something legitimate. Of course, I should support you."
In his memory, when Monica lost her job and started working in funeral catering, it was Phoebe who lent her money.
But Phoebe had also been fired for ogling a massage client's firm glutes. She lent Monica the money to encourage her but demanded it back shortly after, showing a banker's cold demeanor.
Obviously, Phoebe was strapped for cash herself.
Regardless of whether Phoebe was being stingy, at least she made an effort to support Monica.
But Ross, Monica's own brother, who could've easily afforded to help her, didn't even offer.
The fact that the Geller siblings were so transactional was mind-boggling.
Adam couldn't imagine himself acting that way.
"Maybe Monica will become a big boss someday," Chandler joked.
"Maybe!" Monica laughed joyfully.
Adam just smiled, saying nothing.
Ever since he was transported here, he had accepted the fact that unless he chose to be a mere bystander, he would inevitably change his friends' destinies.
Take Chandler, for example.
He's completely different now.
He reconciled with his parents early on, getting rid of his emotional baggage. He even dated Susie, who once hated him, and is now much happier.
He gave up his IT job and didn't become a manager, avoiding resentment from his former colleagues. He chose a new career he's passionate about.
In the future, his job won't be a burden but a career with limitless growth potential.
His daily morning runs have improved his physical health and stamina, making a happy life and future fatherhood more attainable.
And then there's Monica.
With Adam's help, Monica might continue as an independent funeral caterer, make a lot of money, and completely transform her life.
These changes are all due to Adam's influence.
Will this affect Chandler and Monica's future as a couple?
Of course!
Adam realized this from the beginning but still chose to help.
As Monica once said, she initially wasn't planning to find Chandler but was seeking out Joey to let loose. It was only because Joey wasn't around that she ended up with Chandler that night.
Richard, who was once Monica's great love, no longer had that impact on her once she started dating Chandler.
Love at first sight isn't true love—it's just hormonal attraction.
Lasting companionship is the truest form of affection.
Chandler and Monica went through that journey, evolving from friendship to love.
Adam's presence introduced a lot of uncertainty into their relationship.
But does that mean Adam shouldn't help them grow into better versions of themselves?
Of course not!
With Adam's help, even if Chandler and Monica don't end up together, they will still find happiness.
Couples aren't set in stone; happiness is what truly matters.
Adam's goal is to create happiness, not merely be a deliveryman for it.
Meanwhile...
The Ace Card of Amazing Amy
To her surprise, her trump card only brought greater despair. Juno had cheated and swapped her ace for a worthless card.
"Still pretending, huh?" Heather sneered, "You think you can fool us? Fool Juno?"
"Kill her!" Karen demanded coldly.
"I didn't do anything!"
After despair, Amazing Amy was overcome with a desperate will to live. She pleaded, "I don't know what Adam told you, but that's really how I feel.
Besides, diaries aren't meant to be private thoughts; they're for others to read. I couldn't write that I wanted to get back together when Adam didn't, right? It'd be humiliating if someone found out!"
"Hmm, makes sense," Juno nodded. "You wouldn't want others to know something that embarrassing. So, you're using your diary as material for your future Amazing Amy series?"
"Yes! Exactly!"
Seeing that Juno was approachable, Amazing Amy felt a glimmer of hope and eagerly agreed.
"Then what about your ex-boyfriend?" Juno asked curiously. "Did he really try to assault you?"
Amazing Amy froze, unsure of how to respond.
Normally, she'd deny it.
But given her current situation, having just been caught in a lie, she didn't dare lie again, fearing Heather's chainsaw would come straight for her.
She wasn't stupid!
At this point, she didn't know if they'd really kill her, but she knew her best chance was to please Juno, the clear leader.
If Juno was genuinely on the side of justice and not just a sadistic killer, then lying again would be disastrous. She had no idea how much Juno already knew.
And judging by the fact that Juno even got hold of her diary, it was clear she knew a lot. Lying again would only provoke them.
But if she told the truth, it would reveal her dark side, contradicting her earlier claims about her diary just being "material" with no ill intentions toward Adam.
"Take your time," Juno smiled. "After all, such a traumatic event must've been overwhelming. And given our current situation, it's understandable if you're shaken. Think it through before you answer."
"Yes, yes," Amazing Amy looked at Juno gratefully.
Even though she knew Juno was playing mind games, she couldn't help but feel grateful.
Stockholm Syndrome is no joke.
With her life in Juno's hands, even the slightest kindness was magnified amidst the terror, causing emotional fluctuations beyond her control.
Before Amazing Amy could fully relax, Juno and her friends did something that sent another wave of fear through her.
Wearing a doctor's lab coat, Juno, with help from Karen and Heather, began skillfully sewing up a dismembered deer leg, chatting and laughing casually as she worked.
"What kind of people are they?!"
Amazing Amy screamed internally, "They look like complete psychopaths! Adam Duncan, you've killed me! Why on earth do you surround yourself with so many maniacs?!"