December
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IAMROLF: So Ed-boy went to see the yellow-haired-harpy?
ButterNGravy: yep
SlamJamKev: You actually went over there? Did they rape you?
Partygirl1999: Kevin they wouldn't do that
SlamJamKev: Yeah they would
ButterNGravy: I WAS NOT RAPED!
SlamJamKev: OK OK! Don't go all caps on us.
ButterNGravy: sorry
Partygirl1999: So like, what happened?
ButterNGravy: we talked
Partygir1999: About?
ButterNGravy: i told may that i wasnt interested in a romantic relationship and that it was partly due to her harassing me so much last year but i told her that i didnt mind us being friends
Partygir1999: Really? What'd she say?
ButterNGravy: she said she understood and i left 4 home
SlamJamKev: so no rape?
ButterNGravy: no
Partygir1999: I'll be honest Ed, I didn't really expect that.
IAMROLF: Go-go-Nazz-girl do you not see? The times are changing and the children are growing.
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Edd sat across the table from Jimmy. Sarah was standing next to Jimmy and both were smiling at the distraught Edd. Edd was looking down at a contract that Jimmy had written up, listing demands on what Edd would do for him for as long as Jimmy had Edd's secrets. Edd swallowed his pride and signed his name on the dotted line.
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The following was written on a scrap piece of notebook paper.
"Rolf, have you seen Double-D?
-Nazz"
"Rolf has not seen the sock-hatted-ed-boy.
-Rolf"
"It's not like him to miss class, I hope he's alright.
-N"
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Ed was in a bathroom stall, drawing another of his monster art. He looked over at some of the other graffiti on the stall walls.
"I 3 BBW"
"fat fucker"
There was a crude drawing of Edd with a dick in his mouth with the words "Double-Fag" written by it.
"that shit is getting old"
"this place needs more niggas"
"this place has too many niggers"
"I'll fuck up whoever wrote that"
"Just try nigga."
"could be worse, there could be fuckin spics or kikes here"
"The hell is WRONG with you idiots?"
There was a message that was scratched out, but Ed could still read it.
"Eddy, if you're reading this, I want you to know that I'm sorry. That's all I wanted to say."
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There were some new posts on the student bulletin board at school.
"Peach Creek Cobblers have finished with a 6-2 season. It wasn't perfect, but we sure improved from last year's run. We all would like to thank everyone for showing up and cheering us on throughout the last four months, and those of us going to High School next year are sad to say goodbye.
Thanks for your support!
Kevin Smith and the Cobblers"
"Notice to Students and Staff.
Just a reminder that Peach Creek Jr. High will be closed from December 14th until January 5th for Winter Break. Facualty and staff are still expected to meet on December 13th for the final monthly meeting of a year.
Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays,
Principal Antonucci and Administrative Staff"
"Notice: This week's meeting of class presidents has been canceled due to the winter holiday approaching. See you all next year.
-Jimmy Harrison."
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[From: Jonny]
[Jimmy wat da fuck? U gave da pictures to da principal anyway? He put me in after school detention for a month after break!]
[Sent: December 13th, 4:20 PM]
[From: Jimmy]
[Yes. For you see, I don't need you anymore. I got bigger and better toys to play with.]
[Sent: December 13th, 4:23 PM]
[From: Jonny]
[Wat like Double-D? Wat u got on him anyway? I havent seen him in scool for over a week!]
[Sent: December 13th, 4:28 PM]
[From: Jimmy]
[That's for me to know, and you to find out if he ever breaks our deal.]
[Sent: December 13th, 4:32 PM]
[From: Jonny]
[Speaking of breakin', Plank says I should break your fucking teeth again after what you did to us!]
[Sent: December 13th, 4:36 PM]
[From: Jimmy]
[Oh my, a threat? Jonny I'll have you know that my father knows the District Attorney in this county. Maybe I'll show him your text message and see if I can get you into the state juvenile hall for a few years or so.]
[Sent: December 13th, 4:40 PM]
[From: Jonny]
[Jimmy ehhh you wouldnt do that would ya? My parents are already kinda pissed at me you wouldnt really do that to a friend would ya?]
[Sent: December 13th, 4:43 PM]
[From Jimmy]
[I'll see you in court Jonny, have a nice day.]
[Sent: December 13th, 4:45 PM]
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To: ButterNGravy
From: MrScience
Subject: RE: r u ok?
Dear Edward,
Yes, I am fine. I've just haven't been in school the past few weeks because I have become a bit under the weather. Mother and Father say I seem to have come down with the flu, possibly brought on by stress.
No Ed, I'm not angry at Eddy, please stop asking me that. You should know that Eddy and myself have highly conflicting personalities and we were bound to separate at some point in the future. In layman's terms, we can't get along anymore, he has tried my patience and he is tired of my presence.
On a side note, you really need to work on your spelling and grammar.
Have a good Christmas,
Eddward "Double-D" Milton
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There was a note on the refrigerator in Ed's house.
"Dear Edward,
We left for Florida to visit your grandmother for the holidays, but we didn't want you embarrassing us again (and have us written out of the will) so we've decided to leave you home alone. There's enough food in the fridge, but don't eat it all at once or you'll hurt yourself like last time. We'll be back by January.
Love,
Mum."
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SlamJamKev: They left you home alone? Harsh.
ButterNGravy: wouldnt have been the furst time
Partygir1999: Wow! Just like that movie with the blonde kid and the robbers!
ButterNGravy: yh but setting up paint cans take 2 much work if dd isnt dere to help
SlamJamKev: So what are you guys doing for Christmas?
Partygir1999: I'm throwing another party, you guys are all invited.
FlowerChild: even me?
Partygir1999: Yes, even you.
FlowerChild: can my sisters cum too?
Partygirl1999: I dunno, all of you in one place only spells disaster.
FlowerChild: as loong as deres food 2 eat or movies to keep dem distracted, they wont harm a fly
SlamJamKev: I thought you guys celebrated with your mom.
FlowerChild: she haz 2 work that night
SlamJamKev: Oh, okay.
ButterNGravy: where'd Rolf go Kevin?
SlamJamKev: Back to the "Old Country" he said. Looks like we're going to have to celebrate without him.
Partygirl1999: I tried to message Edd about the party too, but he didn't respond.
ButterNGravy: hes sic
Partygir1999: Really? But I saw him leave the house with his parents the other day. He looked fine to me.
ButterNGravy: thats wat he told me
SlamJamKev: I also saw him the other week. He went over to Fluffy's place with some hardware.
Partygirl1999: Fluffy? Oh, you mean Jimmy?
ButterNGravy: didnt c jimmy in awhile
FlowerChild: ur talkin bout dat kid in the headgear right?
SlamJamKev: Yeah, why?
FlowerChild: i think i saw him in town awhile ago not sure wat he waz doin
PartyGirl1999: Maybe I should invite Jimmy to the party? What do you guys think?
SlamJamKev: Meh, why not?
ButterNGravy: dat'll be fun!
FlowerChild: i dont relly care either way
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To: Partygirl1999
From: SirJimmy
Subject: RE: Christmas Party
Thank you for the invite Nazz! I'd love to stop by, I haven't seen you all since Halloween! School life is kinda busy huh? That and Sarah keeps dragging me around, but you know.
I'll be sure to bring some cookies, gingerbread of course. I hope to see you all there!
Warm regards,
Jimmy
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[From: Eddy]
[hey kev mind if i talk 2 u bout sumthin?]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:21 PM]
[From: Kevin]
[The hell do you want?]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:22 PM]
[From: Eddy]
[jus want 2 talk nazz wont retrn my texts]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:23 PM]
[From: Kevin]
[I dont blame her, you've been a total asshole lately. The fuck's your problem, anyway?]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:24 PM]
[From: Eddy]
[the only problem i got is with double-d right now and you guys are takin his side without ever hearin mine]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:25 PM]
[From: Kevin]
[Double-D isn't the one going around school spreading bullshit lies that he's a faggot.]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:26 PM]
[From: Eddy]
[yeah? guess he didnt tell u the truth then]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:27 PM]
[From: Kevin]
[Truth? WTF are you talking about?]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:30 PM]
[From: Eddy]
[i aint spreadin lies all i said was that he was gay and that isnt a lie]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:32 PM]
[From: Kevin]
[Seriously, what's your deal?]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:33 PM]
[From: Eddy]
[aside from you guys never asking me what's up? the fact that double-d betrayed my trust? that he pretty much RUINED our friendship? that i can't even look at him anymore for what he did?]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:34 PM]
[From: Kevin]
[Okay, tell me, the hell DID he do?]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:35 PM]
[From: Eddy]
[u relly wanna know? git everyone at my house on New Year's Day. i'll tell you all everything then.]
[Sent: December 26th, 2:36 PM]
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Edd found a note on his front door when he came to answer the doorbell.
"Sockhead,
We need to talk, meet me at my house on New Year's Day.
-Eddy."
