Chapter 1.07: September 27, 2015
"Ken on the line."
"Kenny, hey."
"Eru? Well, thanks for the advance notice of your disappearing act."
"I'm sorry. I was studying in Beth's dorm and lost track of the time. It was late, so she had me stay over."
"Lost track of your phone, too, huh?"
"…"
"I'm sorry. There's no use in being angry. You're safe now, and that's all that matters. Besides, you're an adult. But you'll tell me next time, yeah? I was really worried."
"I'll definitely remember next time. I'm sorry for worrying you, Kenny."
"Don't worry about it. Where are you now?"
"Taking the bus home."
"Great. So, how was studying with—What's her name? Barbara? Benny? Macbeth?"
"Beth. Beth Ann Hunts. My best friend since second grade. Transracial Yemeni. Olive skin. Dark, curly hair. Once dyed your hair neon pink, and you liked it. Ring a bell?"
"I know; I know, Eru. Great Scots, don't bite my head off; it was just a simple joke. How did studying go?"
"Boring as usual. I met her boyfriend and his friend, though."
"Did they stay the night, too?"
"No, no. Dork, don't be jealous. I'm not that stupid. Beth and I kicked them out around eleven. Don't worry."
"I'll do my best. You almost home?"
"Yeah, can you pick me up at the bus stop?"
"I'm coming to save you!"
"Dork."
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