The day before Spring Break. Brett and Josh discuss their plans.
bro, you up? can't sleep
lmao are you that excited to be going home?
it's not that. i gotta be honest, i'm not looking forward to seeing my dad
i don't really have a choice, tho 😂
no? did something happen? was he being a dick again?
idk. mom told me something the other day and i can't stop thinking about it.
fine, i'll be a good friend and listen LMAO
hahaha damn it
it's nothing big, really. mom said dad got a membership at the golf club...
you know that's stupid expensive, right?
yeah, which is why their members are dwindling
who is spending that much money in this economy, dude
my dad, apparently...
mom says it was gifted to him, but nah. that doesn't sound right.
he also got her a new purse, which he only does when he's been shitty towards her.
okay, that's a red flag. your dad isn't exactly the most generous person i know.
not even to lori
i mean, your mom...
🤨🤨🤨
you get what i mean, right?
it's sus as hell
for your peace of mind, you should just give him the benefit of the doubt.
we'll figure it out once we get home.
what? spy on him?
i guess so... i can hang around your place and observe 😏
broooo i know what you're getting at haha
ain't no way you still have that little crush on my mom???
what can i say, she's my first... love hahaha
should i start calling you stepdad because HELL NO
it does have a ring to it, huh?
don't make me go to your room and beat you up
don't even put that image in my head man
my mom's off limits, got it? 😂
you're acting like i ever had a chance with her.
remember when i gave her that homemade valentine's day card?
and told her she reminded me of the stars?
I DO LMAO
she thought you were the "cutest little thing"
then gave me a box of goldfish crackers instead of a smooch
what were you even expecting? you were 11, brett 😂
like i said, A SMOOCH.
even a forehead kiss would've been enough but your mom's stingy with them kisses.
ewwwwww stop it
i'm sorry, son... 😂
i swear, brett. if you don't stop, i'll give emily the spare key to the building and your room.
YOU WOULDN'T DARE
so my secret weapon does work 😏
that shit ain't fair. you're literally feeding me to the lions. a lioness.
yeah, same lioness you were being VERY LOUD with the other night
it was an accident
she seduced me
right after you told me you wanted her out of your life?
why you lyinnnnn
i felt bad for her, so i... tried to make it better.
sure. it's not about you being unable to control yourself lol
well, there's that too... hahaha
she can be really fucking hot when she turns up the charm, you know?
oh, i know. mom will not let you get away with this bs tho
what do you mean???
did you tell her something?
it might've slipped in conversation...
damn it josh
sorry 😅
Some days after arriving back home. Lori asks Brett for some help around the house after Josh left for work.
good morning, lori! is josh home?
been trying to reach him, but he's not picking up his phone.
Hey, Brett! He just left for an early shift at work.
You didn't know?
oh shoot, right!
no, he did tell me. it slipped my mind, tho.
sorry for the bother 😅
Oh, please. You're never a bother!
How are you settling back in? How's your mom?
pretty good. not a lot has changed since i went to uni haha
mom's doing okay, too. she told me how you've been looking after her as well.
you're the best, has anyone told you that? lol
Me? Actually, you might be the first one 🥰
Your mom's really lovely. I enjoy spending time with her too!
wish i can pay you back or something. maybe when i get good tips this week? 🙏🏻
You don't have to do anything!
Well, there is one thing...
yeah? just let me know! i'll do it
Josh was supposed to mow the lawn, but he's been so busy...
And you know how HOA is, right?
ma'am, i've had my fair share of encounters with them lol
trust me, i know.
i'll come over to mow the lawn in... an hour? does that work for you?
Are you really gonna do it? I'll pay, of course!
naaaah, no need. i'm doing this as thanks for all you've done for mom.
i wouldn't say no to some snacks tho 😉
You haven't changed at all! haha I'll have snacks ready when you come over.
Your fave is still egg sandwiches with pickles, right?
you remember 😍
Of course 😉
It's the only thing you would accept whenever you came over.
You know, I tried it for myself and... it really isn't that good. haha
mom says it's an acquired taste
i acquired it from my dad LOL
Aww... you do remind me of him, especially now that you're older.
yeah. wish i had at least half of my parents' good looks but, ALAS!
What? Do you really believe you're not good-looking?
Do you really think that?
Because I'm telling you, you're quite attractive.
You also dress really well. Better than most guys your age.
really? didn't think anyone paid attention to that anymore 😅
Well, I do. You always look put together.
It adds to your good looks 😉
oh damn, now i'm flustered haha
Older, but still a cutie it seems!
and you look like you haven't aged a day since. forreals.
You flatterer! Fine, you get more pickles in your sandwich lol
not doing it for extra pickles, but thanks! haha
i mean it, though. you still look as good as ever.
do i need to make you another handmade valentine, so you'll believe me? 😂
I haven't received one since then, so I won't mind that at all 🤭
wait... what?? it's been a decade, at least.
Well, you know... Tom has been busy with work and Josh isn't the type.
gonna need to remedy that. asap.
i'll start by mowing your lawn first 😉
Hmmm... you kid. Just knock when you get here!
Later that day. Tom confronts Lori about her “flirting” with Brett while he was mowing their yard.
What were you doing with the neighbor's kid in the yard?
Are you home?
How did you find out Brett's here? 😂
The CCTV cameras.
Oh, right... I almost forgot those existed.
Brett offered to mow the lawn, so I let him.
If I waited for you or Josh to do it, we would've gotten fined by the HOA. Again.
Don't play with me, Lori.
I can see what you're doing. You brought him snacks wearing that thing?
This? 😏
What's wrong with it? You used to love this top on me.
It's disgraceful.
Aren't you too told to be seducing someone our son's age?
Excuse me?
I'm not trying to seduce anybody. I brought him snacks as a thank you.
Brett is doing YOUR chores for FREE.
Cover yourself up. Don't embarrass me.
You think I'm being embarrassing? Oh my god.
And no, I'm not covering myself up. I look fine.
This is why our neighbors talk about you all the time.
Why should I care about what they think?
See, this is the problem with you. I'm just trying to help.
No, you're trying to make me feel bad and making up issues that don't exist.
Brett was here to help, nothing more.
In fact, he was much better company than all these neighbors you're trying to impress.
Of course, I'm trying to impress them.
We moved here to improve our social standing, but all you're doing is keep dragging it down.
What would Josh think if he found out you're flirting with his best friend?
My son would laugh at your face for even thinking that.
It doesn't matter. I want that kid out of the house when I get home.
In fact, he's not allowed to step foot in it when I'm not around.
You're ridiculous!
Well, I pay for everything. My word is law.
Whatever. If you just did your chores like you said you would, this wouldn't even be an issue.
Don't blame me for your issues, Lori.
Maybe if you took better care of your looks, I'd be more motivated to do stuff around the house.
...
I can't believe you sometimes.
Where did my sweet Tom go?
Just stop this nonsense. Get that boy out of my house now.
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That evening. Despite the argument with Tom, Lori messages Brett to thank him for his help.
Hey, Brett!
I just wanted to say thanks for your help again.
The lawn looks sooo neat now! 🥰
heeeey lori!
please, it's not biggie.
i was more than happy to do it for you.
of course, the snacks were great too haha
For me, huh? 🤭
i definitely didn't do it for josh lol
in fact, i should kick his ass for not doing it in the first place.
Oh, don't worry. I just got done nagging him for it.
It's Tom who might deserve a bit of ass kicking, actually.
oh? what did he do?
He accused me of something so, so silly but it left me annoyed for the rest of the day.
you can tell me. i promise i'll keep my mouth shut.
Well, he said I was flirting with you and that I was embarrassing him with what I was wearing.
???
we barely even got to talk since you had a lot of other stuff to do tho.
Yes, but everything is suspicious for Tom.
He's more concerned about what the neighbors would think.
josh was right about him. sounds like a prick.
oops? hahaha
No, no. It's fine. I call him that in my head all the time.
why not out loud?
😂😂😂
Because I have a marriage to protect, Brett. Lol
look at you being pretty while mad 😉
You really do know how to make a woman smile, hm?
But, thanks. I needed that. A lot.
can talk to me any time you need some cheering up!
i can't guarantee anything, but it's better than just keeping it all in your head.
I don't know if that's appropriate. You're still much younger and Josh's best friend.
don't worry. it'll stay between us.
it's the least i can do for everything you've done for mom... and me... after dad passed.
Oh, Brett. You've really grown up so much.
So mature!
ahahaha now you're making me feel flustered again
guess i had to grow up as fast as i could, you know?
I get it.
Since you're offering, I'll take you up on it.
yeah? awesome. you can trust me with this, lori.
Something tells me that's absolutely true.
I've got to get ready for bed now.
Talk to you later?
looking forward to it!
good night, lori 😉