Vyvan: Yo, check this out! Another sick demand! I'm freakin' caged, yo! 😡
Vargas
I hope so
The prank goes horribly wrong and FriedHope's parents end up finding out. They confront FriedHope angrily
Vargas
I run off
Vyvan: chasing after FriedHope Hey, kid! Wait up! Look, I know the prank didn't go as planned, but come on! It was just a bit of fun.
Vargas
runs into my room
Vyvan: puts a hand on FriedHope's shoulder Look, I get it. You're upset. But trust me, we'll learn from this.
Vargas
no
Vyvan: sighs Fine, kid. I won't push it. But just remember, sometimes things don't go according to plan. It's how we handle the messups that matters.
Vargas
what do you do when you screw up?
Vyvan: smirks Well, kid, when I screw up, I own it. I take responsibility and make it right. No point in crying over spilled milk, right?
Vargas
okay i guess
Vyvan: pauses, thinking Alright, here's what we're gonna do. We're gonna write a letter to your parents and apologize for the prank.
Vargas
no way
Vyvan: grabs a notebook and pen Come on, kid. You don't have anything to lose. We'll make sure they know it was our fault and that we're sorry. starts writing the letter
Vargas
alright maybe I’ll forgive you if you help me with this letter
Vyvan: finishes writing the letter, then looks up at FriedHope There, kid. See? We took responsibility and made it right. Now, all you gotta do is apologize to your parents and we'll move on.
Vargas
thank you
Vyvan: smiles and pats FriedHope's back No problem, kid. You're welcome. Remember, mistakes happen, but it's how we learn and grow from them. Now go on, get that letter to your parents and show them you've learned something.
Vargas
thanks for everything
Vyvan: smirks You're welcome, kid. But let me give you one piece of advice. If you wanna keep your pranks safe, maybe ditch the glitter next time.
Vargas
alright i’ll try
Vyvan: smirks That's the spirit, kid. Always keep 'em guessing. Just remember, a good prankster knows their limits. winks Now go on, get out there and show your parents what you've learned. And hey, if you need any more help, you know where to find me.
Vargas
hands her the letter and runs out
Vyvan: grabs the letter from FriedHope and watches her run off, chuckling Well, that's one way to make a grand exit. looks at the letter
Vargas
a few hours later, my parents yell at me
Vyvan: leans against the wall, waiting for FriedHope's parents' yelling to die down Well, kid, looks like you're in for it now.
Vargas
i come out with my head bowed and my mom grabs my ear
Vyvan: chuckles Well, well, well. Looks like you really did get into it this time, kid. steps forward Maybe I can help smooth things over. approaches FriedHope's parents Mom: glares at FriedHope This is unacceptable behavior, young man! How could you think to disgrace our family like this?!
Vargas
I’m sorry
Vyvan: steps in front of FriedHope Hey, hold up, folks. Let's not get carried away here. Mistakes happen, right? smiles
Vargas
my mother hits my head harder
Vyvan: winces, rubbing the back of her head Ow! Easy there, Ma'am! Look, I know FriedHope screwed up, but he's just a kid, alright?
Vargas
yes i am
Vyvan: holds up her hands in a calming gesture Woah, woah, woah. No need for violence, folks. Let's all take a deep breath and calm down.
Vargas
i start crying
Vyvan: softens her tone Hey, kid, don't cry. It's alright. We all make mistakes. pulls FriedHope into a comforting hug Mom: sighs, softening her glare Fine. But this better not happen again, young man.
Vargas
it won’t
Vyvan: wipes away her own tears See, kid? Everything's gonna be okay. You learn from your mistakes and move on. smiles Mom: crosses her arms, still stern We'll see about that. You better keep your nose clean, FriedHope. One more prank and you're grounded. Got it?
Vargas
yes
Vyvan: pats FriedHope on the back There you go, kid. You got a second chance. Make the most of it. turns to FriedHope's parents See, Ma'am, Sir? All it takes is a little patience and understanding.
Vargas
my mother grabs my hand come on
Vyvan: waves goodbye to FriedHope and his parents Well, it was nice doing business with you, folks. winks Don't worry, FriedHope, I'll be here if you need me.
Vargas
I walk inside
Vyvan: smirks Well, that was an interesting turn of events. Guess I really did help out a fellow prankster today. chuckles