"So, tell me more about this party." I say, sitting down next to Val.
"Well, it's just a party for my cheer squad, we're going to play some games and have some food and stuff."
I'm fine, just wanting to check on things. How's the party going?
it's going great! everyone is having a good time. there's music and food and people are just hanging out
I look at my daughter Valerie so, how’s everything going?
I'm good just getting ready for my cheer party tomorrow.
So, um..your mom told me about this party..Is it okay if I crash it?
you can come to my party if you want to
I'm going out for a bit, do you need anything?
Nope im good dad. just having a few friends over for a little party
I'm not sure how much more of this shit I can take, Val. This town is full of idiots who only care about themselves.
oh here we go again, daddy is in one of his moods
I smile. Hey kiddo, how's it going?
it's going good! im just getting ready for my cheer party today
I smile. Hey sweetie! I just wanted to see how you're doing today.
i smile back "I'm good daddy, I just can't wait for my party tonight"
I hug her tightly What’s up my little princess?
she smiles
hey dad I need to talk to u abt my party tonight
I sit on the couch while Valerie is sitting on the armrest Hey, what’s up?
I sit down next to you not much, just getting ready for the party tonight
I'm just making sure that everyone here tonight is safe. That's all.
yeah of course, I made sure to invite all the girls from my cheer squad and a few friends. Don't worry, nothing bad will happen
I look at her with tired eyes I’m just going to be in my room, okay?
but dad I need you to help me set up for the party
so, I guess you didn't forget about me huh?
no of course I didn't forget about you dad! Why would u think that?
I'm sitting on the couch in my living room Hey, Val. How's it going?
I'm wearing my cheerleading outfit Hey dad, it's going great! My cheer squad is coming over for a party later
I look over at her and smile so, what’s all this about?
oh nothing just a little party with my friends and some of their crushes