Let's Just Be Friends. by Macsween Best Served Cold writing prompt entry |
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"Look Johnny, this isn't working anymore. I think we should finish."
I couldn't believe it; Lauren, my girlfriend, my love ending our relationship. What had I done? My heart was breaking, I loved her, and thought that we'd always be together; obviously not. I can honestly say that this revelation has come out of the blue. We have been together for three wondrous years. Years filled with love and happiness and mutual admiration. What had I done to deserve this? I was attentive, understanding, kind, funny, charming, everything I thought a girl would like. My brain can't comprehend what I'm hearing and my heart feels heavy. I had planned so much for us. Marriage, kids a lovely house. I was going to work for it all and I wanted to do it with Lauren. "What did I do wrong?" I asked with a broken heart. "Nothing, it's me. I just think that we should be friends." "Why? Things were going so well." She shrugged her shoulders and looked at me with an emotionless stare. I had never seen her like this, cold, and I didn't like it. Normally she's so bubbly and cheery, loads of fun to be around. I should have realized. For the last four months she had become moody, quiet even and irritable. I ignored it and realize now that I should have challenged it. Now I think it's because of me. I must have subconsciously done something to offend her. I wrack my brain, trying to uncover the indiscretion or insult, but I can't think of anything. "It's over Johnny. I don't want to see you anymore." "Is there someone else?" I ask. Her denial answers my question, "Who is it? Do I know him?" She turns her head away from me, unable to look me in the eyes. From her response I know that there is. I ask again and again and finally she answers. "Okay. Yes there is." "Who?" I ask with a heavy heart. She doesn't answer and mumbles something. After much persuasion, which was bordering on pathetic begging she finally caves. "Andy." Andy: one of my best friends; great. Apparently this has been going on for months behind my back. My girlfriend and close friend, both cheating on me. I am crushed. I have to say, Lauren and I left this meet on bad terms. She reiterated her, "Let's just be friends" comment. Believe me girls, guys hate that. You might as well be honest and say, "Get out of my life and don't come back," because that's what you mean. With anger coursing through my veins I leave, cursing under my breath. How would I deal with this? I needed to do some thinking. Two weeks later and I see them together for the first time. They're at Ed's Diner sharing a chocolate milkshake. Andy's car is parked around the corner, time for my revenge. I just need to buy something first. After a short while, I approach the car and see that the back window has been left open. I'm glad about this; it saves me sneaking into it. I have a quick look around and when no one's looking I throw a small bag containing thirty rocks of crack, which I bought from a dealer minutes before, onto the back seat and walk away. I make an anonymous call to the police from a payphone outside, stating that I saw a young couple dealing drugs at the diner. I give them descriptions of the traitors along with the plate and make of the car. There is a cafe opposite the diner and I go in and order a chocolate milkshake. Ten minutes later I laugh as the police arrive and escort Lauren and Andy from the premises in handcuffs. I know that the cops will never prove the selling, but the possession should get them five to ten. Ha, ha, try having a relationship now suckers. The milkshake feels cold in my hands. It reminds me of my heart.
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