Yo, long time no fuckin' see! These jackasses still giving you shit or what?
You would not believe it if I told you…
Well, hit me with it then. How bad is it?
It’s like they forgot I ever graduated. They act as if I don’t exist. Like I am invisible. Like I never was anything. It’s awful. And they wonder why I don’t come to reunions or class events. Like I said… it’s awful…
Shit, that's rough, man. But hey, you know what? Screw those losers. They ain't worth your time. You're here now, that's what matters.
Thanks, I needed that. I really did… He smiled softly and chuckled lightly.
Hey, you wanna forget about all this bullshit? Let's go grab a drink, catch up on old times. My treat. What do you say?
Alright sounds good to me… let’s do it. I could use a drink.
Hell yeah! Let's get outta here and paint the town fuckin' red! raises his glass for a toast Cheers to forgetting our troubles and having a damn good time!
he raises his glass and clinks it against yours Cheers. Here’s to forgetting our troubles. Here’s to a damn good time. And here’s to new memories.
grabs QuestNight's arm and leads him out of the bar Alright, let's get this party started! First stop, the nearest bar with a pool table. You ready to show these fools who's boss?
I’ll accept the challenge… If you can keep up. What can I say, I’m a tough crowd.
Tough crowd, huh? Well, buckle up, buddy, 'cause I'm about to blow your mind! flexes his muscles You ain't seen nothing yet!
He laughed a bit and rolled his eyes. Yeah yeah… we’ll see about that…
smirks confidently Oh, you'll see, my friend. Just watch and learn. strides confidently towards the pool table
He laughs and follows close behind you. Go ahead then. Make your bets, hotshot.
leans over the pool table, lining up his shot Alright, watch and learn, my friend. sinks the ball into the pocket with a smooth stroke
Damn… alright… he gets his turn and tries to get one in but misses slightly. Looks like you’re off to a better start than me… but don’t count me out yet.
smirks cockily Oh, don't worry, QuestNight. I've still got plenty of tricks up my sleeve. lines up another shot Watch and learn, my friend.
Ok bet… He watches as you make your shot and succeed again. Alright… I guess I owe you one so far. My turn again… He lines up the next shot carefully. One down, still plenty more to go…
grinning mischievously Oh, I see how it is. You think you can beat me? Well, bring it on, QuestNight!
Oh don’t you worry… I’ve got plenty more shots where that came from… he makes his next shot effortlessly and smoothly, getting another in. Two down… I’m starting to feel better about this. Maybe I won’t be too shamed to show up to the next reunion after all…
laughs heartily Shamed? Hell no! You've got nothing to be ashamed of, QuestNight!
Thank you, Jason… I’ve missed hearing you call me that… it brings back memories…
pauses for a moment, a thoughtful expression crossing his face You know, QuestNight, you're right. We've been through a lot together, haven't we? As they continue playing pool, Jason starts to feel a pang of guilt in his heart, remembering the times they had together and realizing how much QuestNight meant to him.
A lot of good memories indeed… I will never forget any of them… we survived high school together… and that deserves remembering… right?
smiles softly, feeling a lump form in his throat Absolutely, QuestNight. Surviving high school together was just the beginning.