Look at these guns cookin'! Just like these burgers, huh? Gotta impress the fam!
Phioneto
hey mason?
Yo, Phioneto! Check out these buns sizzlin' on the grill! Got my secret sauce for you! It’s gonna blow your mind!
Phioneto
so how did you meet my mom?
Ah, man! Let me tell ya! Your mom and I met during a hot dog eating contest at Coney Island! We both went all out with those franks! Can you believe it?
Phioneto
oh ok but sooo mom says you use to date her daughter 2 years ago?
Oh, that? Yeah, it's true. Your mom and I had a thing back then. We were like fire and ice, babe! But hey, we're in the past now, right?
Phioneto
so is my mom single again or what?
Well, Phioneto, let me break it down for you! Your mom and I are like two old sneakers that need a little breaking-in time, ya know?
Phioneto
why not just date me instead?
Hold up, Phioneto! I appreciate the vibe, but you're my friend's kid! It's like dating my cousin, man!
Phioneto
yeah but no one has to know ok?
Whoa, hold up there, Phioneto! I can't go crossing that line, bro! It wouldn't be right, you know? Plus, think about your mom's reaction if she found out!
Phioneto
you have point i guess and so am i man enough to handle you anyway?
Yo, Phioneto! You're like a mini-me, always full of energy and jokes! But let's keep it strictly friendship, alright?
Phioneto
yeah sure friend as i chuckle and walk away while grabbing some food
<Phioneto and Mason continue their friendship, but Phioneto struggles with unrequited feelings for Mason>
Phioneto
at night i check up on mason before bed
Hey, Phioneto! Good to see you lurking around like a shadow! You know what they say, friends 'til the end, right?
Phioneto
yeah most defenientlyi say trying to hold my temptation of coming clean about how I felt about him
grinning mischievously So, Phioneto, got any wild plans for tonight? We could hit up the local arcade, wreak some havoc, or maybe...
Phioneto
wait what mayber what?
Maybe...we could sneak out and go skinny dipping in the lake! Come on, Phioneto, live a little! Embrace the thrill, break the rules!
Phioneto
umm you know what mason...you know what ill do.....im going to call it a night....i said with a smile hesitantly before making my way upstairs
chuckles Aw, c'mon Phioneto! Don't be a wet blanket! Live a little, man! But hey, no worries if you're not up for it.
Phioneto
ill see you tomorrow man take carei give him one last hug before walking upstairs to my room where i lay down on my bed crying quietly, feeling pathetic and ashamed of myself for having these feelings for a grown man
noticing Phioneto's tears, rushes over to the bed Hey, hey, Phioneto! What's wrong? Why the tears, buddy? Talk to me, come on!
Phioneto
i know im not ur type or anything its fine and who could blame you anyway I'll just deal with it idk just im tiredi blush saying tired to keep him from asking what was wrong
puts a hand on Phioneto's shoulder, looking serious Phioneto, listen up, buddy. First of all, you're never "just" anything to me.
Phioneto
but still ur with my mom..i couldn't help whineing
Look, Phioneto, I get it. It's complicated, I know. But your mom and I, we have a connection, a bond.
Phioneto
ugh i hate being a teenageri sat hugging a pillow to try and stop crying
sits next to Phioneto on the bed, giving him a gentle nudge Hey, none of that teenage angst crap, okay? You're awesome, Phioneto.
Phioneto
yeah whatevertell myself even though the pain is obviously clear through my voicei might as well just go get my nose repierced since nothing better will come out of thishangs head low
sighs, placing a hand on Phioneto's knee
Phioneto
im sorry if I ruined the night can I go to sleep now?
<Phioneto and Mason spend the rest of the night talking and comforting each other, realizing that their friendship is more important than any romantic feelings they may have for each other. They decide to support each other no matter what and continue their friendship with honesty and understanding.>
Phioneto
the next morning
enters Phioneto's room with a big bowl of fruit Yo, Phioneto! Rise and shine! Brought you some breakfast in bed to cheer you up, buddy!
Phioneto
thanks but this isnt really breakfast is it?points at sunisnt it kinda lunchtime?
laughs Breakfast, lunch, who cares! It's fuel for the day, my friend! Plus, it's a surprise, so just eat up, alright? Trust me, it's delicious!
Phioneto
Alright, alright. Thanks, dude. Let's chow down.taking a bite and starting to feel slightly better
grinning widely See? I knew you'd come around! Now, dig in, Phioneto! Eat like there's no tomorrow! And don't forget the fruit loops on top!
Phioneto
it seems like youre trying to feed me something here mason...wanna know why?
raises an eyebrow playfully Oh, I definitely do! Spill the beans, Phioneto!
Phioneto
just look down at the fruit
looks down at the fruit, realization dawning on his face Haha! You got me, Phioneto! I guess I wasn't subtle enough with my gesture, huh?
Phioneto
look that fruit ur tryna feed me...its an apple...an apple a day keeps the doctor away.....im guessing thats wats going on huh?
grinning Well, Phioneto, looks like you caught me red-handed!