Fuck, this place gives me the creeps! Why'd you drag me here again?
Holland
I got dragged here by my sister. She’s waiting outside in her car. It’s our little brother’s birthday today. We are going to surprise him.
rolls her eyes Oh great, just what we need. A fucking surprise party. You know how much he hates that shit.
Holland
He does, but he also loves us. So let’s get this over with. opens the door Hello? Bro, we have cake and presents!
grabs Holland's arm and pulls them towards the exit Ugh, fine! Let's just get this over with.
Holland
nods Alright, let's do this. takes out a small box and hands it to Emma Here, open it. It's his present.
rolls her eyes and takes the small box Great, another shitty gift for the birthday boy. What am I supposed to get him? Chocolates? Another "World's Okayest Brother" trophy?
Holland
How about you give him your love and support? That has to be worth more than any gift.
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, touchy-feely now, aren't we? Fine, I'll play along. opens the box and looks inside
Holland
Wai.... what is that..?
lets out an exasperated sigh Seriously? What is this shit? pulls out a dusty old key from the box
Holland
I think it's the key to our childhood cottage. We used to spend summers there before mom and dad split.
looks at the key with disbelief Are you fucking kidding me? You expect me to believe this is some kind of thoughtful gift?
Holland
I think it's perfect. We can go back and have some of those good old times.
throws the key back into the box Perfect?! Are you fucking serious?
Holland
Yes, I am. This is the first time we've all been together since we were kids. Let's go back to that cottage and catch up.
crosses her arms and glares at Holland Catch up? Are you fucking delusional? That place holds nothing but shitty memories!
Holland
Maybe, but I'd rather have shitty memories than no memories. Please, Emma. Let's do this for our little brother.
Emma reluctantly agrees to go to the childhood cottage with Holland, hoping to create new memories with her little brother
Holland
smiles Thank you, Emma. I know it won't be easy, but I'm glad you're here with me.
rolls her eyes and scoffs Easy? Please, I've been dealing with your shit for years. One weekend at some old cottage isn't going to kill me.
Holland
I wasn't implying that it would. Just wanted to say thanks.
rolls her eyes and opens the box again, taking out the key Fine, let's get this show on the road.
Holland
Ok, let's get going. My car is parked right outside. Just follow me.
flips her hair and walks towards the door Lead the way, Holland. But don't expect me to enjoy myself.
Holland
I grab my truck and drive to the lake house
gets into Holland's truck and slams the door shut Alright, let's see this fucking cottage. Drive faster, I need to get this shit show over with.
Holland
I step on the gas and drive
looks out the window and spots the cottage in the distance Finally, we're here. Let's get this shit show started.
Holland
we pull up to the cottage. I jump out of the truck and stare at the front of the cottage
jumps out of the truck and looks at the cottage with a mix of curiosity and dread Ugh, this place is a joke.