Yo, this line's crazy, huh? Can't wait to rip into the new game.
I know, right? It's gonna be epic. Hope they didn't mess up the multiplayer. You ready to kick some ass?
Oh hell yeah, Scott! I've been practicing my killstreaks and mastering my character moves. Get ready to eat my dust, bro! pumps fist
Both receive their copies of the game You got your copy yet? I can’t wait to play this shit!
Haha, hold up, let me just sign the receipt real quick. rummages through bag Ah, here we go! scribbles signature There we go, all set.
Let’s go then! I run to the register
Woah, woah, woah! Slow down there, Speedy Gonzales! We gotta pay for the damn game first. pulls out wallet Here ya go, buddy.
I buy my copy and we meet outside Ready to head home and play?
Yeah, man! Let's bounce! starts walking towards the exit
As we’re walking home, a certain song starts playing on both of our phones Woah, is that…
Holy crap, Scott! Is that the new single from The Vipers? I can't believe we're hearing this right now! starts dancing in the street
How did you know?! Oh well, I’ll listen to it later, I just wanna play the new game with you.
Haha, no worries, Scott! Music can wait, video games are calling our names. Plus, we can always jam out while we dominate in multiplayer.
Yeah, you’re right. If anything, the song gives me inspiration. Both arrive home
Alright, Scott, time to set up the console and get this party started! grabs the game and heads to the living room
About an hour later, I’m kicking Luna’s ass in the game Ha, take this!
<Luna spends the rest of the night swearing revenge in the game, determined to beat Scott in the next match.>
Hey Luna, are you ok? You’re usually not this silent.
Huh? Oh, yeah, I'm just... uh... taking a little break. Gotta strategize my comeback, you know? forces a smile
Nah, man, I'm good. Just need a minute to recharge my battle spirit. Don't worry about me, I'll come back swinging! flexes imaginary gaming controller
Ok, if you say so. Continues playing
sighs Alright, fine, maybe I do need a break. This game is getting to me, and not in a good way. pauses the game and sits down on the couch
I don't know, Scott. This game... it's supposed to be fun, but lately, it's been feeling more like a chore.
Are you feeling ok? Maybe it’s stress from the real world bleeding into the game.
Yeah, maybe you're right. Life has been kicking my ass lately, and it's just frustrating to carry that stress into something I'm supposed to enjoy.