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What happened to us? How did we get here? You gave any thought to what I mentioned last week? Not now, James. All right, I'm leaving. I'll be back later. Do you want to wait for the food to come? I promised Angela I'll meet up with her. Save me some? Will do. Did you want anything? No, I'm good. I got some burritos. I didn't have any hot sauce, so I picked some up at... Yo, where you at? It doesn't make any sense, man. This doesn't make any goddamn sense. I told you to stay off of those apps. What? No, it's not the apps. It's me. Apparently, I'm the crazy one. Well, yeah, there is that. No, you don't understand. I hit this shorty up to hang out, right? And then she hit me back talking about, if we're going to hang out, you got to send me $100 on cash. I told her, that's not a date. That's prostitution. And she don't get mad at me. How does it make any sense, man? You know what it is? It's this. See this? This is my problem. Right here. All they want is what's in here. That's all they want. Next time I go on a date, I'm leaving this at home. She's paying for everything. As a matter of fact, this is staying here tonight. We're going to this party that Leo invited us to. We? Yes, we. Every night you call me, bitching about your problems. Talking about, oh, Rock, help me, please. Oh, I can't do anything right. Oh my God, I'm inconsolable. What am I supposed to do? Well, tonight, you come and help me out, all right? How about that, buddy? You like that one? I don't know. What do you not know, man? You don't have to do anything. Your presence will suffice, all right? Look, all you got to do is get out of your head. Come hang with the boys. Let off some and get a couple of drinks. How's that sound? Huh? That sound good? Sounds like a good idea to me. All right. No, no, no. Leave it. Come on, Harry. No, leave it there. Go put your clothes on. It's like 9 45. How's my hair look? Do you like it? You don't like the hair? Should I put some mousse in or something? Should I put some mousse in it? What's wrong with you? You know what's wrong. I can't get through to him. I don't know what the hell's going on with him. Space, right? And that's what he wanted? Well, you're giving it to him. Try not to worry about him. We're going out tonight. No bars, no clubs. Listen, I just want to check out this new restaurant downtown anyways. So you hungry? I'm tired of anything. I haven't been able to sleep for the past couple of days. Hospital been giving you odd shifts? Yeah, like every shift. We just had another nurse leave and that on top of class and everything with James. Hey, stop. You're gonna damage my car more than your head. Shut up. Listen, we just hired someone new at the office. Her name's Sammy and she's new to the city. So I invited her out with us tonight. As long as she's not like the other person you invited. Whatever. She wasn't even that bad. Until she got too drunk and threw up on me. See, you talk too much. You need to channel all that energy towards James. You better not. I mean, I was just gonna say, you know, that business you told me you're starting. Don't remind me of it. Let's forget about all our problems tonight and just have fun. I'll try. Are you lost? No, I'm just trying to get some service. You're not from here, are you? Look, I hate hiking. I don't remember the last time I did this. And I'm supposed to meet a friend up here, but I don't know where he's at. It doesn't make any sense that you wouldn't have service up here. Well, maybe that's what they're for. Well, you could get lost up here. You ever think of that? I think you're overthinking this. I'm sure you'll find your friend. What are you doing? Not overthinking. I think I'll wait here. Figure I'd be safe with a girl scout like yourself by my side. Yeah, what happens when I have to leave and your friend never shows up? I don't even know your name. My name is James. Veronica. Isn't there supposed to be a swing up here? What? I was saying, isn't there supposed to be a swing up here that if you take a picture at the right angle, looks like you're swinging over the city. Oh, you're talking about the secret swing at Angel's Point. It's not there anymore. Wait, really? Yeah, they took it down not too long ago. Damn. Well, that's the whole reason we came up here. My friend's new in town, too, and he was told they asked to check this place out. Well, there's plenty of, you know, great views and venues downtown, so. Maybe you should take me out to one of these venues. Me take you out? Yeah, I don't see why not. What happened to your mysterious friend that you were supposed to meet? Well, I have to get lost, just like I did. What? Ask me something. Ask me something you haven't asked a girl on a date before. What's your number one regret in life? What's something just you wish you could take back? I normally try not to regret anything, but if I had to pick, it'd probably be moving out of my parents' space as early as I did. I did get a head start, but I wish I had gotten more help along the way. How young were you? 16. I mean, haven't looked back since. We're cool now, but it's just the best for all of us. Are they still together? No, they separated. I'm sorry to hear that. Don't be. I don't believe in marriage anyway. It's just another expensive mistake. Marriage doesn't really make or break your love. I feel like marriages don't really last. It's just another patriarchal institution that the government makes money off of. What if a guy would want to marry you? I'd ask him why. Does marriage make or break our love? I mean, marriage is becoming less necessary as is. Women are supposed to change their last name, beliefs, and whole identity. That's it, if you ask me. What if I told you I agree with you? My parents never got married. I mean, they're not together, but I never really saw any animosity between them. And divorces, they look like they suck. Tell me about it. What's something you're lying to yourself about? What? What's something you're lying to yourself about right now? I don't know. I mean... You do. That I don't care. That I don't care about the ultimatums life seems to bring me. That I don't care about everyone close to me choosing everything but me. That I don't care about what happens to me, good or bad. That I don't care about what tomorrow or next week or next year brings. The truth is, I do care. Tomorrow isn't promised and I want to be able to feel everything, the good and the bad. What's stopping you? Maybe all of this pretending has been doing you more harm than good. I guess the hope is that I wake up and snap out of it. I think we all hope that, James. I would also be lying if I said I wanted to stop seeing you after today. Well, maybe it's okay to lie sometimes. And that I would hate, I mean hate, to kiss you right now. You're the quintessential girl from my town. Yes, you are. We used to be more compatible, but then lost in the cosmos. And God knows I don't believe in God anymore. I've been trying to be why, asking why. When I was younger, I had some struggles. I tried to cover them up. I didn't deal with it. I didn't. Why am I here? What? Why do I have to keep repeating myself to you, man? Just relax. Have some fun. Stop sipping your drink so slow. Loosen up. Jeez. Look, even if you were single, it's not like anybody's number. So just have some fun with the boys. Leo's up one. So have fun. Yeah, whatever. Okay, okay. All right, well, how about that one over there? Eh, not my type. What do you mean she's not your type? She's like the baddest girl in here. Well, it's your turn anyway. All right, here goes nothing. Wait. No, no, put it away, all right? If Rico Suave here don't need one, I for damn sure don't need one, okay? Wish me luck. So how's V doing? I told her. About wanting an open relationship? Yeah. How'd you take it? What the f*** is an open relationship? Are you gonna let me talk? What the f*** are you doing up there? I think she's still taking it in. How is no fury like Luna's horn? What's this, wine on a Saturday? It's not a Sunday service. Oh, you got a heart condition. You trying to be healthier? We're actually trying to take it easy tonight. At least we're sipping on something. What are you drinking? Oh, I actually just finished tequila myself. I'm about to get round two started, you know? Okay, well tequila is actually healthier than wine, but we'll join you for round two. Damn, more healthy, huh? I never would have thought that. Did you hear that before? I haven't read that in any articles. Yo, you gonna buy anything? You holding up the line? Listen, why don't you just tell her what you saw? I told you, I didn't see anything. Other than the guy's jacket. But we just moved in together. It doesn't make any sense. How do you know anything happened? I don't, Leo, I don't. But the thing is, she always, she always tells me everything. So for her to go this long without saying anything is... If it was Andrew or any of her other friends, she would have told me. How'd it work out? No, no, come on, man. Please, it makes me want to throw up every time I see it. Probably could have got the number without it. How, Sway? Huh? I need you to explain to me how, Mr. Sway. Huh? Come on, man. You know what the problem is? Society is so fucked up these days. You know, you treat a girl like a queen, she leaves you on scene. You open the door for a girl, and all of a sudden you're sexist. But if you don't open the door for her, then chivalry is dead. And that don't make no sense. You just can't win. Listen, stop leaving it up to technicalities. Stop setting yourself up. You gotta be direct sometimes. Straight shooter. It's not what you say, but how you say it. And don't let her call your bluff. This isn't one of those apps you be on. I mean, come on, man. Look, I even have my wallet. That one doesn't count. You fail, you drink, you go again. Rules are rules. You don't even plan. That's what sucks about this. Hey, straight up. What am I? So tell me, what's your body count? I mean, it's 2022. You're not really gonna make me wait, are you? I mean, yeah, we live together, but we're not in a relationship or nothing. You tried it. Sorry I'm late. Traffic was a bitch. I love your outfit. What? Where are we? Oh, don't worry. This is just one of those upbeat restaurants in downtown. A restaurant? I thought this was a private party you got invited to. Sammy. Ange. It's okay. It's not like a club, more like a bar with really nice music. I'm gonna fall asleep. V, you need to see something besides the inside of your apartment and sick people in hospitals. Hey, I'm Sammy. Nice to meet you. Okay, guys, let's go in. I reserved us a table and I'm not trying to lose it. So you like the psychological thriller genre? Yeah. Sounds of the Lambs, Vertigo, Seven. You don't have films like that. Mind games, huh? Why does it have to be interpreted as that? I just like films that make me think. I started when I was 13. I'd always hear my parents fight but would never see them and that alone would make me cry. Until I ran out of tears. You know, after a while you start thinking it's your fault. It slowly became an addiction. Time doesn't really heal anything. It just makes you learn how to live with the pain. When was the last time you've done it? Not too long before I met you. What are you doing? Let's go. Where? Come on, when was the last time you surprised yourself? You'll find out when we get there. This guy at the bar wanted to buy us a drink. But he's not that cute. Look, he's not ugly. He's just short. Go try again. Fine. The same reason why we're all here, to find that guy who's gonna expect nothing out of me and at the same time give me everything my heart desires. Yes. Look, I know that sounds unrealistic but let's face it, love is unrealistic. Oh, I was hoping to go dark tonight. Cheers. How's your night going? It could be better. It's my birthday and my friend just blew up at our tables. That's funny. My friends are running late. Well, maybe I could be your friend for a little bit? That's the best idea I've heard all night. Bartender, another one. Anecdotal, please. Hi. How are you doing? I was doing just fine until you distracted me. Distracted? Where's your date? No date. I'm pretty clueless but the person in front is fine. I want to show my support. I could use some support right now. Too bad. Well, let's fix that. Name's James. What's your name? Brittany. I like it. It fits you as nicely as your dress does. Why don't you tell me something I don't know? Sure, but let me buy you another drink first. I need a smoke. Don't be late. Well, for a date, that means you just have to wait. Huh? Men are overrated. I see beautiful women all around and wonder why I still deal with men. But I'll tell you what, that ends right now. Stop lying to yourself. Cheers. What's wrong? Nothing. I could say the same for you. People are afraid of themselves and their own reality. They talk about how great love is, but that's bullshit. Love hurts. Feelings are disturbing. We're told that pain is evil and dangerous, but how are you supposed to love if you can't feel? Pain is meant to wake us up. I love you, James. You can tell me what's wrong. You being here doesn't help how I've already been feeling. And what's that? I've been honest with you. If that's so, then let's be honest. But we just got here. I'm leaving. Okay, wait, wait. Let me finish my drink first. What happened to everything I was saying earlier? Well, that's what it was. Name's Reggie. I'm gonna wait at the bar. You come to a bar and don't even ask for a drink. Not in the mood right now. What brings you up here? Oh, I've been asking myself that same question this whole evening. I came here for a friend, but I'm slowly regretting it. Let's get out of here. And do what? I don't know. Something that doesn't involve me here. I don't roll that way. And you don't know that. We're leaving. Sammy lost it. We'll meet you in the car. Here, take my number. Call me when you figure it out. Yes, sir. So this is the part where you **** it all up? Oh, yeah, absolutely. I'm definitely gonna **** it all up. Yeah, no doubt about it. You take you home today? No, not yet. Anywhere but there. I don't know anymore. Veronica, I'm sorry. I'm sorry I let you down. I'm sorry I caused this. I thought you had someone over here a couple of weeks ago. I was dumb. I was dumb for even thinking that. I wouldn't hurt you like this. I love you, James. Veronica. Yeah, sorry. What's going on? Nothing, I'm okay. Seriously? Yeah. When are you going to stop wearing hookup hoodies in public? Stop worrying about me and my extracurricular activities. How are your folks doing? I never asked you about that after... Well, you know. They've been good. Dad's still not talking to me, but that's nothing new. Thank you for that night. I don't know what I was doing. I'm sorry. Don't worry about it. I'm just glad we got you home in time to take care of it. How is everything at home? I'm moving. Seriously? You haven't been the same. I tried talking to him, but we're just two people living together at this point. I think that's it. You know, at first I was kind of jealous of you guys. You seem like the perfect couple. But I don't know. Now I just feel hurt. You know, I think more and more people are terrified of missing out on something better. But you guys... You guys made me terrified of missing out on something good. It's weird to say, but you guys gave me hope. But I understand, girl. You gotta do what you gotta do. Hope. Hey, remember the girl, Tina? Yeah, her. You know, why? I've been wondering, why hasn't she hit me up? Yeah, but that's how it is though, you know? We talk for a while, then we don't talk for a while, and then she hits me up out of nowhere like nothing happened. Everything's cool. But it's been over a month, and I haven't heard from her. Then I realized, thought about it a little bit more, and thinking about all the things we've been through, all the ups and downs, me being inconsistent in and out of her life, never really choosing her, I probably wouldn't message me either. You got a good girl, James. Don't mess it up. Welcome in. Thanks. Make yourself at home. Nice place you got here. Thank you. Wine? Yes, please. What place in the world could coach? Where would it be? Does it have to be this world? Is it that bad down here? Cheers. You know, nothing is inherently good or bad. Just thinking about it makes it so. I don't think I'd go too far. That hasn't done me much good. If I was in a chapter in my life, I think it'd be chapter five. Why chapter five? Five represents adventure. The spirit of inquiry. Well, if I had to name my chapter, I would... This chapter doesn't have many words. This could be the most meaningful ones. Tanya. So why'd you want to hang out with me anyway? Because my other date canceled on me. And for the same reason you wanted to hang out with me. I've never been with girls before. Maybe you should give it a try right now. You know, man can be fun. Just a fun ride with girls. I can't. I'm sorry. I don't know where my head's at right now. And I just... I'm seeing this guy and I care a lot about him. I'm not the type of girl to enter a relationship if I knew it would end. Everything good in life ends if you don't stop watching the movie. Just because you know it's gonna stop eventually. Wait. Please. I'm sorry. I just want things to go back to the way they were. I haven't been doing much of anything since this whole thing started. It's been harder to get up to work in the morning. I haven't been writing much. I just feel so disconnected. I don't know what to do. I don't know how to help. Am I not worth the conversation? What are you afraid of, James? This. Us. Us not working. I love you, Veronica. I was talking to my dad and I was thinking about getting into the family business. Baby, don't sound like yourself. I don't know. I haven't been able to sell you my scripts in a while. I figure I start making some real money, you know? Hey, you want to come try this food? I think you'll love it. I cooked it just how you like it. Yeah, I'll be there in a moment. I just got to finish this report. Babe, you remember that night earlier this month when I grabbed some food for us? It was probably one of the only times I didn't cook for us since you've been living with me. I... What the ****? What the **** are you doing? All this ******* time I thought it was my fault. I was blaming myself. Veronica, what the **** are you talking about? It's always been me. I've always loved you more. How could I have wasted my time with someone who doesn't even care about losing me? Veronica, calm down. Get the **** off me, James. I should have left you at the park where I found you. Why do you love being hurt so much? It's not ******* normal. Can you please tell me what the **** is going on? No, you need to tell me exactly what the **** is going on. I don't know why you're so upset. I don't know where this is coming from. I ******* forgive you and this is how you treat me? Treat you? Treat you like this? You are the most neediest, unstable man I've ever met. You can't ******* communicate. Hardly. No wonder you can't write any good ----. Don't blame me because you can't get your ---- together. Somebody's gonna get hurt. Don't blame me because I ******* dream. Meanwhile, you can't get your own ******* business off the ground. You don't even have any clients yet. I delayed Dodge Ring, James. I delayed my ambitions. I delayed my time. My ******* rehab. Veronica, please. Let's just sit down. No, get the **** off. James, baby. What's wrong? James. James, please tell me what to do. I don't, I don't know what to do. That was my fault. Don't say that. No, baby. It's okay. I'm gonna have to pull it. It's okay. No, stay with me. I'm gonna have to pull it. James, stay with me. Stay with me now. James. My heart is beating quicker than I'd like it to be. I'd like it to be consistent. I like when things are consistent. At the same time I'm not due. Every day I add it, but I add this to the beat I type a stereo, but when I grab a mic, man, there we go I send it to the first take, love the tracks, anything that I have But you never hit back I see, I see, I see all the things you do, things you do I need, I need, I need this support from you Where were you? I think, I think, I think I can see the light, a reason between the lines So I'ma go, I hope you're doing fine Lights go down, I be going out of town Only see me through my music and my photos Don't you sound when the lights go down And the show is all sold out One big few in the crowd, screaming out so loud When the lights, pal, I'm singing Nah, nah, nah, nah, the lights go Why you act like we're children for? Boy, I saw you make that post So why you ain't answer your phone? Haven't seen you in a minute lately What city are you in, baby? Is it true that you brought your cousin Aventador When Atlanta's Mercedes? Maybe I can get a couple tickets to your show tonight Maybe I can get that VIP and we can reminisce But I wasn't crazy how you changed But deep down, I think you the same, huh I see, I see, I see all the things you do Things you do, I need, I support from you Where are you, Billboard signs? What's your name? Got me