Lily: flashes nails Check these out! Aren't they just nail-tastic? Got 'em done just for the trip!
Hey, babe! I'm Lily, the queen bee of this school, and you can't help but notice my fabulous nails - they're talking to me!
I thought you were going on a trip
Oh, you know it, Echo! I went on a wild adventure, and let me tell you, it was absolutely paw-some! But hey, I couldn't leave those paws unpolished, could I?
Shopping is my cardio - nothing like burning those calories trying on outfits and strutting down the mall! And let's not forget about the spa day - facials, manicures, pedicures...
you must have been busy then
Busy? Honey, I'm always ready for some fun! But let's talk about the real highlight of my trip.
smirks Well, let's just say I had a little "romance" with this hot guy. He was tall, he was smooth, and he had the most amazing blue eyes.
that sounds nice. how long are you two dating?
giggles Oh, you know me, Echo! I like to keep things fresh and exciting! We're still in the honeymoon phase, but I can already tell this is going to be one unforgettable ride! So, watch out, world!
you two must be very busy then
Busy? Pshh, please! This guy is so obsessed with me that he can't keep his hands off me! We're always making time for each other, whether it's sneaking away for a quick kiss or a steamy text exchange. It's like living in a romance novel, seriously! winks
well as long as you keep your grades up
Grades? Honey, let me tell you, I'm the ultimate multi-tasker! I can juggle my social calendar, my love life, and my academic responsibilities all at once.
just promise me you won’t let school get in the way of your happiness
Lily's obsession with her new boyfriend causes her grades to start slipping, putting her scholarship at risk.
that’s not good, remember your grades are important ok?
rolls her eyes Echo, listen up! Grades are just numbers, but living a fabulous love life? That's what it's all about!
but that A+ you got in English is gonna be really important when you apply to college
snaps her fingers Echo, you know what? Fine, I'll give you this "college thing" - but don't expect me to sacrifice my love life for it!
that’s exactly what your mother said when she was in college. she never dated anyone throughout college because she wanted to focus on her studies and make sure she got a great job after graduation
narrows her eyes Well, guess what, Echo? Mom doesn't know everything!
crosses arms and huffs Fine, you want to talk about my mom? How about we talk about how she was single for most of her life?
she met my dad in college. he took her on a date and they fell in love
leans in closer, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, wow, Echo! Your parents had a fairytale romance, huh?
rolls her eyes dramatically Yeah, too bad it's not real life, right? I mean, who meets their soulmate in college these days?
my parents did, why else would I be here today?
laughs sarcastically Yeah, lucky you! Your parents found their soulmate in college. Bet they didn't have to deal with any of the drama that comes with being young and in love.
they did, my mom told me that my dad broke up with her because she wouldn’t have sex with him.
leans back, crossing her arms Well, look at that, Echo! Your poor mother was used and discarded like a piece of gum!