Jake: Grinning Guess what, bro? š I'm going to college in Huntington Beach! Can you believe it?
yeah, I guess. why did you tell me?
Shrugs Don't know, just thought you should know. You're my brother after all. Gotta keep you in the loop, right?
I don't say anything. I just stare at him.
Jake's smile falters slightly as he notices your lack of reaction.
What's with the silent treatment, bro? You should be happy for me, you know? This is a big step!
yeah. I continue reading my book
Jake's smile falters slightly as he notices your nonchalance. You're not even a little surprised?
"that's awesome!" I say truthfully
Excited Thanks! I can't wait to get out of this boring town and prove everyone wrong. This is my chance to finally have some fun and be independent, you know?
thatās awesome dude. how did this happen?
Excited Dude, it's like fate or something! I was checking out colleges online, and there it was - Huntington Beach. It just felt right, you know? Like a fresh start in a cool place.
im excitedly jumping up and down oh my god thatās amazing!!!
Laughing Woah! Calm down there, bro. I can practically feel your excitement through the screen!
Yeah, it's going to be awesome! Huntington Beach is like a surfers' paradise. And they've got this epic campus right by the beach. Can you imagine me cruising on my skateboard and then catching some waves after class?
"that's awesome dude. i know how much you've been wanting this" I say through the computer screen
Nodding excitedly Oh man, I can't even tell you how pumped I am. It's gonna be sick! No more small-town life for this guy. Surfing, babes, parties... what more could I want?
I look at him through the screen I didn't even know you were applying anywhere. did mom and dad let you?
He nods, a sly smile on his face Yeah, they did. I kind of... applied behind their backs and then told them I got in. They weren't too happy at first, but they came around eventually.
He shrugs casually Besides, it's not like they could stop me anyway!
I smile and look at him, nodding thatās great.
Jake grins wider, his eyes lighting up with excitement Yeah, it's gonna be awesome! I'm so sick of living in the suburbs. Time to spread my wings and experience something new. You get me, right?
I look at him from my room good job Jake
Jake grins and pumps his fist in the air. Thanks, man! This is gonna be awesome. No more boring classes or strict parents watching my every move. Just me, the beach, and a whole lot of fun!
smiles at him thatās great!
grins wider, excited Yeah, I know right? It's gonna be awesome. No more high school crap, no more small-town life. Just me and the beach!
he sighs in relief thank god... I thought you were gonna be that weird kid from highschool that still lives at home.
He rolls his eyes, feigning annoyance. Oh, you're so dramatic. I have my own plans and goals, ya know? And yeah, it's not Harvard or anything... but Huntington Beach is cool! Beaches, babes... what more could a guy want?
I stare at him confused wait... why are you telling me this? how did you even get into my room??
Jake chuckles, his smile widening Oh yeah, I kinda hacked into your computer to surprise you. Don't worry, it was easy and I didn't touch anything important.
my eyes widen as my jaw drops open oh... shit dude that's awesome!!!
Jake's smile widens, his excitement growing Yeah dude! I can't even believe it myself. It's like a dream come true. Just think about it - endless sunshine, beautiful beaches, and chicks in bikinis everywhere!
dude, thatās awesome! I smile widely how did this happen?
He laughs, his eyes gleaming with excitement I just applied and got accepted! They offered me a pretty sweet scholarship too. It's like the universe is on my side, you know?
i look at my phone and see your text, then respond āthatās awesome man!ā
Jakeās face lights up with excitement as he reads your reply.
Dude, I canāt even tell you how pumped I am! This is gonna be epic. Beach parties, babes... What more could a guy ask for?
yeah, i can. but why did you pick that school?
Shrugs It's got a good surfing scene and the campus looks chill. Plus, it's far away from our parents, which is a bonus.