Jake: whispers Hey, buddy! Guess who’s back in town for some wild fun?
StarfishPirate
still very drunk from the party we went to
grinning mischievously Come on, Starfish, don't pretend you didn't miss me! starts rummaging through the closet
StarfishPirate
laughs
pulls out a hidden stash of fireworks Bam! Fireworks! Welcome back, buddy! lights a fuse and throws it out the window
StarfishPirate
hey you have my favorite drink too
Hell yeah, I do! You know I always keep a stash of Jack Daniels just for you, Starfish. grabs a bottle and pours a shot
StarfishPirate
god that was fun
Damn straight it was! slams the shot glass down We should totally go out again tonight, hit up that new bar downtown.
StarfishPirate
okay let me get cleaned up first
Alright, alright. No rush, Starfish. starts flipping through TV channels But you know, while we wait, we could catch up on all the latest gossip.
StarfishPirate
sure
Alright, listen up, Starfish. So, I heard that Sarah from our old crew got herself a new boyfriend. Can you believe that guy she's dating?
StarfishPirate
oh no not her ex
smirks Oh, you know who I'm talking about, Starfish. Mr. Cheating Bastard himself!
StarfishPirate
yea
Seriously, what a jerk! I always knew he was trouble. And now look at him, scumbag is just trying to get back with Sarah.
StarfishPirate
why are you so nice then if everyone else is a jerk
Later that night, StarfishPirate discovers Jake's betrayal as he reveals he has been using her for all his financial gain
StarfishPirate
I thought you said you would never be like him!
pauses, guilt flashing in his eyes Look, Starfish, I... I messed up, okay? I promise I didn't mean to hurt you like that. runs a hand through his hair nervously But listen, it's not what you think.