A/N: I don't know what "exactly" Caitlin does so if I am wrong don't throw anything at me please. Also I don't know how old Angie so I am going to say 6. (I just watched Take My Breath Away and Craig said she was 5 so that would mean she is 8 now but I am going to keep her at 6)
Macala: Well here's my house..
Craig: So I will see you in a couple of hours?
Macala: Yea.. See ya.
Craig started to walk away.
Macala: Craig?
Craig turns around.
Macala: Do you want to come in for something to drink?
Craig: ok
Macala put the key in the lock and opened the door to an empty house. Since her mom started working with Caitlin Ryan, (Her mom is the new producer of Caitlin's show) she has been home late like every night.
Macala and Craig walked into the house Macala threw her backpack on the couch and Craig did the same. Macala walked into the kitchen and Craig stood at the doorway.
Macala: Do you want a Coke?
Craig: Yea, thanks.
Macala went to the fridge and attached with a magnet to it was a note form her mom.
Macala,
Sorry honey but I am going to be home really really late tonight. Here is $20 dollars to order a pizza or something for dinner.
Love you hugs and kisses.
Mom
Macala crumpled the paper and threw it at the trashcan and missed.
Macala: (to herself) I'll pick it up later.
Craig: What was that?
Macala: It was a note from my mom saying she will be home from work late, again.
Craig: What does she do?
Macala: She is the new producer of Caitlin Ryan's show. Have you heard of Caitlin?
Craig: (laughed) Yea, she is sort of dating my step dad Joey and she is moving in with us in a couple of weeks.
Macala: Whoa that's weird. Do you like her?
Craig: Yea Joey and her go way back and she gets along great with my little sister Angie.
Macala: You have a little sister? How old is she?
Craig: She is 6 and a pain sometimes.
Macala: (laughs) yea. Well here's your Coke. Do you want a glass?
Craig: Nah that's ok.
Macala: Did you understand the Science?
Craig: Yea it's easy. Here let me show you.
Macala: OK
Craig and Macala walked into the living room and got out their Science books and homework. Craig tried to explain it to Macala but Macala knew the material and noticed that Craig got most of the questions wrong. But she just went along with it she could redo it tonight.
Two hours laterCraig: Do you want to go look at those pictures now?
Macala: yea-sure let me just put my book bag up stairs.
Craig waited by the front door while Macala went upstairs and came back down to write a note telling her mom where she was even though it probably wasn't necessary. A few minutes later Macala put the key in the lock to lock the door and they both went the short distance to Craig's house. Craig unlocked the door and they walked inside.
Angie: Craiggggg!! You're home!!
Joey was in the kitchen cooking dinner.
Joey: Angie, go wash your hands for dinner. Hey Craig! Who is your friend?
Craig and Macala walked into the kitchen.
Macala: Hi, I am Macala. (Reaches out to shake Joey's hand)
Joey: Nice to meet you Macala, I am Joey Craig's step dad. (Wipes his hands on the apron he was wearing and shakes Macala's hand.
Craig: We are doing a MI project, we have to create a website..
Macala: and we are doing it on Craig's band.
Joey: Sounds like fun. I had a band when I was your age it was called The Zit..
Craig: Not now. (Macala laughed)
Joey: Sorry. Oh hey Macala do you want to stay for dinner we have plenty.
Macala: Ok sounds great thanks.
Craig: We are going to the garage so I can show Macala some pictures of the band.
Joey: Ok I will call you when dinner's ready.
Craig and Macala went into the garage. Macala sat down on the couch and looked around.
Macala: So this is where your band practices.
Craig nodded while looking for the pictures of the band in a pile of stuff. He finds them and hands them to Macala.
Macala: Wow! These are great!
Craig: Thanks
Angie walked in.
Angie: Craig daddy said that he wants you to set the table.
Craig: Ok
Macala: Can I help?
Craig: You don't have to.
Macala: I want to.
Craig: ok.
Craig and Macala set the table and then Joey came out with this huge bowl of Spaghetti. So everyone sat down and started to eat.
Joey: So Macala do you live far?
Macala: I just live a couple doors down.
Joey: Oh so you're the new family that just moved here. (Macala nodded while taking a bite of spaghetti.)
Angie: Where did you move from?
Macala: California because my mom is the new producer of Caitlin's show.
Joey: That's funny, Caitlin is my g..
Craig: (laughing) I told her already.
Joey: oh
Craig and Macala went back into the garage to look at more pictures and talk about the video, for the project.
Macala: Maybe I can get Ellie to help us but I don't know if she will since the whole thing with Ashley.
Craig: Yea maybe we can get Marco to talk to her too they are pretty tight.
Angie walked in with her Pajamas on.
Angie: Craig can you come and read me a story.
Craig turned to Macala.
Craig: Do you mind waiting for a few?
Macala: No I don't mind.
Craig picked up Angie and carried her up stairs. Macala got up and looked around she flipped on a light switch and a whole bunch of lights came on, revealing a drum set, a bass, 2 electric guitars and 1 acoustic. She picked up the acoustic and took it over to the couch and started to play. Words just seemed to fly out of her mouth and she began to sing.
Macala: So I listen to you complain and then I bite my tongue in vain again as I let it slowly settle in.
Macala looked around for a piece of paper and pen. She found it and wrote the words down quickly. Then she started to sing again.
Macala: Ohhh I can only be myself. You're lookin for someone else. Heyy so what's my damage today. Don't let me get in your way.
She was about to write the down when Craig came in clapping. Macala blushed.
Craig: That was amazing!
Macala: (turning another shade of red) Really? (Craig nodded) Thanks.
Craig: It's about Ashley huh?
Macala: Yea, she just made so mad. But don't worry about it. Writing this song is good therapy. (Macala laughed)
Macala and Craig worked on the song for another hour. It was like their own little Ashley therapy session. They just got to get a lot of stuff off their chests. Caitlin had come home in the mean time and was talking to Joey when they heard the singing.
Caitlin: Is that Craig? (Joey nodded)
Caitlin: But who is that singing with him?
Joey: Her name is Macala and her family just moved into the house a couple doors down, also her mom is Melissa your new producer.
Caitlin: What is she doing over this late it's nearly 10 o'clock?
Joey: Well they are supposed to be working on a project that Snake gave them. But I doubt that song is for the project.
They both laugh and they enter the garage just as they finished the song.
Joey: Sing it again guys, please.
Macala: Ok here it goes.
Macala starts to play the guitar and then starts to sing.
Macala: I found my self-wrong again. Starin' out my window. Wonderin what it is I should've said. I found myself at home again. Waitin for the after call. From a fall out that feels like such a mess.
Macala & Craig: Ohhhhh I can only be myself. I'm sorry that's hell for you. Heyyy so what's my damage today. Don't let me get in your way. Let it out like you always do. The trouble between me and you is nothing new.
Macala: So I listen to you complain and then. I bite my tongue in vain again. As I let all just slowly settle in.
Craig: Such a pretty picture that you pain. I am so vial while you're a saint. Funny how your eyes see thick not thin.
Macala & Craig: Ohhhhh I can only be myself. I'm sorry that's hell for you. Heyyy so what's my damage today. Don't let me get in your way. Let it out like you always do. The trouble between me and you is nothing new.
Macala: You know how to give but you can't take it. It's all just a waste of time now you can save it.
Craig: No matter what I do. Is never good enough, never good enough.
Macala & Craig: Ohhhhh I can only be myself. I'm sorry that's hell for you. Heyyy so what's my damage today. Don't let me get in your way. Let it out like you always do. The trouble between me and you is nothing new.
Macala: Save your breath cause here comes the truth.
Macala & Craig: I'm over the drama of you.
Macala: (Spoken) And that's something new.
Joey and Caitlin started clapping.
Caitlin: That was great guys. You sound so amazing together! (To Macala) Nice to meet you again.
Macala: Same here.
Craig: I didn't know you guys meet already.
Caitlin: She came to the celebration lunch for her mom.
Craig: oh
Macala looked at her watch.
Macala: O wow I didn't know it was 10 o'clock already. I should go. Joey, thanks for dinner it was great. Caitlin, nice to meet you again. (Macala gives Craig a hug) See you tomorrow Craig.
Macala looked back and smiled. Craig was in a little bit of shock about the hug, Joey saw this and messed with Craig.
Joey: (laughing) Aww looks like Craigy here has a new crush.
Craig: (pushing Joey and Caitlin out of the garage) Good night, Joey.
A/N: The song is called Nothing New by Ashlee Simpson. I probably going to use Ashlee Simpson's songs a lot in the story.
It was Saturday morning and Macala was nervous. She had stayed up late writing the song she was going to perform for the audition.
Her and Craig have been spending a lot of time together, and Ashley was still mad at Macala, big surprise there, but Ellie, Paige, and Hazel still talking to her.
Macala: (on the phone with Paige) Hey Paige!
Paige: Macala?
Macala: Yea, I need a favor.
Paige: What is it Hon?
Macala: Could you come over and help me get ready for Craig's audition?
Paige: Sounds fun I'll be there in 20
Macala: Thanks! See ya (hangs up the phone)
Macala took a quick shower and blow-dried her hair, then she heard her mom call for her.
Mom: Macala Paige is here!
Macala: Ok, tell her to come up to my room!
Paige picked out a red polka-dotted skirt and a cute tank top with flip-flops. She also did Macala's hair and make up. Macala's hair was wavy and was loosely pulled back into a half pony- tail.
When Macala looked into the mirror she barely recognized her self.
Macala: Wow, Thanks Paige!
Paige: What are friends for? (They both smiled)
Paige: (looking at her watch) Macala it's 12:15 you better get going!
Macala: (Frantically) Where is my guitar? Is it tuned? I forgot my lyrics! No I didn't!
Paige: Calm down, you're going to be fine. How about you play the song for me; just pretend I'm the guys.
Macala nodded in agreement. Picked up her guitar and sang the song. Paige was amazed. This was the first time Paige has heard Macala sing. The only way Paige could describe Macala's voice was a mix of Ashlee Simpson and Christina Aguilera.
Paige: That was the best song I have heard in a long time. Who is it about? (She gave Macala a teasing smile because she knew who it was about)
Macala: You know who it is about.
Macala threw a pillow at Paige. Paige caught the pillow and placed it back on the bed.
Macala: Paige?
Paige: yea
Macala: will you come with me?
Paige: Sure let's go.
They walked the short distance to Craig's house and got in a line of about 5 people.
Paige: (In a sarcastic tone) Great turn out.
Macala laughed as she heard the ear drum bursting sounds that some poor person called singing from the garage.
Marco put his hand up to stop the guy who was singing. The guy stopped and smiled.
Marco: (Trying to let the guy down easy) Your sound is not what we are looking for, sorry.
The guy looked like he was about to cry and left.
Spinner: How many more people are auditioning?
Craig: I don't know but I hope it's over soon.
The guys were tired of hearing people sing, but then walked in Macala.
Spinner: Macala?
Macala: Hey guys, I hope you don't mind Paige sits in.
Craig shook his head. He couldn't believe how pretty she looked.
Paige: Hey hunny bee (she sat down on the couch next to Spinner and kissed him on the cheek)
Marco: Start whenever you are ready.
Macala started to play her guitar and started to sing.
Macala: (Singing)
On a Monday, I am waiting
Tuesday,
I am fading
And by Wednesday, I can't sleep
Then the phone
rings, I hear you
And the darkness is a clear view
Cuz you've
come to rescue me
Fall... With you, I fall so fast
I can
hardly catch my breath, I hope it lasts
Ohhhhh
It seems
like I can finally rest my head on something real
I like the way
that feels
Ohhhhh
It's as if you've known me better than I ever
knew myself
I love how you can tell
All the pieces, pieces,
pieces of me
All the pieces, pieces, pieces of me
I am
moody, messy
I get restless, and it's senseless
How you never
seem to care
When I'm angry, you listen
Make me happy is
your mission
And you won't stop til I'm there
Fall...
Sometimes I fall so fast
Well, I hit that bottom
Crash, you're
all I have
Ohhhhh
It seems like I can finally rest my head
on something real
I like the way that feels
Ohhhhh
It's as
if you known me better than I ever knew myself
I love how you can
tell
All the pieces, pieces, pieces of me
How do you know
everything I'm about to say?
Am I that obvious?
And if it's
written on my face...
I hope it never goes away... yeah
On
a Monday, I am waiting
And by Tuesday, I am fading into your
arms...
So I can breathe
Ohhhhh
It seems like I can finally
rest my head on something real
I like the way that
feels
Ohhhhh
It's as if you've know me better than I ever knew
myself
I love how you can tell
Ohhhhh
I love how you can
tell
Ohhhhh
I love how you can tell
All the pieces, pieces,
pieces of me
All the pieces, pieces, pieces of me...
The guys were all shocked. Paige just smiled, Macala did wonderful!
Jimmy: I think I speak for everyone when I say welcome to the band!
Marco, Spinner, and Craig all smiled. Paige jumped up and went to hug Macala. Macala caught Craig's eye and they held eye contact for what seemed like eternity but was only seconds. Craig knew the song was about him and he liked it.
A/N: The song is Pieces of Me by Ashlee Simpson. Thanks for all the good reviews please keep them coming!! Hehe
2 Weeks LaterMacala was walking down the steps in the front of the school when she saw Ellie.
Macala: Hey Ellie! Wait up!
Ellie: Hey Macala, what's up?
Macala: Could you help Craig and I record a music video for our MI project?
Ellie: Sure I am free this Saturday. Is that ok?
Macala: Ok I already have some ideas but nothing for sure yet. Gotta run see ya later k?
Ellie: Ok see cya.
Ellie turned around and saw Ashley with, what else, a frown on her face. So Ellie walked up to her.
Ellie: Hi Ash.
Ashley: Why are you talking to that backstabber?
Ellie: She asked me to help them make a video....
Ashley: and you are?
Ellie: Yes
Ashley: Why
Ellie: (getting upset) Ashley, just because you hate Craig and Macala's guts doesn't mean I have to.
Ellie walked away with a smile on her face, she didn't even look back. Ellie felt so much better after getting that off her chest.
That night Macala was thinking about the video. She kept looking over the lyrics that Craig had given her during MI. She closed her eyes and images seemed to pop in her head. She quickly drew out a mini story line. Then she redid it 4 times. After she was done with the last one she looked down at it and was finally happy with her self.
Next Day at PracticeMacala ran into Craig's house said hi to Joey, Caitlin, and Angie and then ran into the garage she was in such a hurry because she couldn't wait to show the guys her ideas for the video.
Macala: GUYS! (Everyone looked up because they thought something was wrong) What? (The guys shook their heads) Ellie said she could help us with the video for our MI project.
Craig: Alright!
Macala: (Walks over to Craig) Here is the story line that I drew out it took me five hours so you better like it. (She said jokingly, she hands the paper to Craig)
Craig looks over it with a smile then Macala takes it out of his hands and begins to explain it.
Macala: First shot is of Craig walking into The Dot, he is looking for someone then he sees me in a booth in the back and smiles and starts to walk over. Cuts to the band playing. Cuts back to Craig sliding into the booth then pans to me I don't look happy and like I don't want to be there. Then you hear Craig begin to sing in the background. It cuts to the band with Craig singing. Then back to us at The Dot, Craig is talking but you can't hear what he is saying, I get up in a hurry and storm through the door. Craig gets up and follows me and is trying to get my attention but I am trying to get away from him. Cuts to the band one last time then back to Craig and I on the sidewalk. I finally turn around to listen to Craig and then Craig continues to talk to me and then tries to hug me then I turn to dust. The music stops then it cuts to Craig in his bed then wakes up violently like it was all a nightmare.
Saturday MorningMacala walked into the garage and was surprised to see a lot of people there. There was Paige sitting on the couch next to a blonde guy with bright eyes, next to him was Marco, who was laughing at a joke the blonde guy had told. She looked over towards the "stage area" to see Jimmy tuning his guitar, Spinner talking to Craig while Craig is plugging stuff in and out. Then Ellie walked in with another guy that Macala never met.
Paige: (getting up to pull Macala to the couch) Macala this is my older brother Dylan (pointing to the blonde, Macala shook his hand)
Macala: So your Dylan, Paige and Marco are always talking about you. (Dylan just laughed)
Ellie: (turning Macala around) This is Sean. (Macala just smiled at Sean because he scared Macala)
Macala: Is everyone here? OK. I think we should do the band shots now then head on over to The Dot.
The band set up and started to play Ellie got all the shots she needed. They also decided to get the end shot out of the way. Macala, Craig, and Ellie went up to Craig's room. Craig laid down on his bed. Ellie started to film. Macala said action. Craig shot up in his bed and looked very scared. Macala was very happy with this shot and decided to go to The Dot.
Marco, Craig, and Macala went in Dylan's car and everyone else went in Paige's van. The Dot wasn't that crowded but they still had to hurry. They had two cameras, Paige had one and was recording Craig and Ellie had the other and was taping Macala. Craig walked through the door and looked around saw Macala at the back and walked over to her sat down. Started saying the lyrics, (Music: I don't know if you'll forgive me for being so blind. To how you felt. Don't ask me why I couldn't see it. It might take me years to figure out. And that's not something I know much about. But there's only one way to find out). (They could edit out the sound and add the song when they put everything together)
Macala played her part well she got up and stormed out of The Dot. They cut there. They were trying to figure out a way to record Craig and Macala walking down the street when Macala got an idea. She took Dylan and Ellie aside and they worked out a way where Dylan would be driving down the street and Ellie would film Craig and Macala walking. So that was settled, Dylan and Ellie went to go get Dylan's car, and Paige filmed Macala storming out of The Dot and Craig closely behind. (Music: Yeah Yeah Yeah)
Dylan and Ellie came around the corner continuing the filming. Macala is walking down the street trying to ignore Craig who is trying to get her attention. (Music: What I know is that I've hurt you, oh. What I know is that I suck, and what I know is that I'm sorry. What I know is that I'm a loser, yea.) Macala turns to face Craig. (Music: What I know is that I screwed up. And that I never earned your trust.)
It was down to the last shot. Macala was facing Craig and Craig reached out to give Macala a hug. (Music: And what I know is that everything I touch turns to dust) They embraced. Ellie was supposed to yell cut but no one said anything because just then Craig put his hand under Macala's chin and lifted her head up and stared into her eyes. Then Craig kissed Macala. Macala pulled back then melted into Craig's arms. Everyone didn't know what to do.
Ellie: (surprised) c..c...cut.
Spinner: Dude we said Cut!!
A/N: Italics means they are thinking it ok?
Macala walked quickly to the park down the street. She had her target in sight, the swings. When she was a little girl they literally had to drag her off the swings crying because she loved them so much. She finally reached the swings and just sat there.
Macala: why am I such a loser? Why did you run? Does Craig like me like that or was he just in the moment?
Macala was so deep in thought she didn't realize that Ellie had sat down on the swing next to her.
Ellie: Macala?
Macala: (startled) Huh? Ellie, I didn't even see you. I am so confused.
Ellie: (patting Macala's shoulder) it's going to be ok.
Macala: Why am I such a loser?
Ellie: You're not a loser.
Macala: I ran off! What girl does that after a guy she likes kisses her?
Ellie: (trying to make light of the situation) apparently you.
Macala: Not helping! Ellie, I just want to be alone, just to sort things out.
Ellie nodded and went back to The Dot.
Paige: So?
Ellie: She just wants to be alone. (Looks around) Where's Craig?
Sean: In The Dot.
Craig went back to the booth that Macala and him were at earlier. He was replaying the kiss over and over in his head and the look on Macala's face when they pulled away.
Craig: Way to go Manning! Yet another screw up. It always happens first your Dad, then Ash, then Manny, and now Macala. When will you quite being a screw up?
Craig put his head down on the table yelling insults at himself in his head, until a young waitress came up to him.
Waitress: What can I get you? (In a voice that sounded like she wasn't really paying attention and didn't want to be there.)
Craig looked up, his eyes got wide.
Craig: Manny?!?! (Standing up) What are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to be with your aunt or something in the states? Wait don't answer that, I'm so confused right now!
He slammed his fist into the table as he sat back down, scaring Manny. Manny went back to the counter talked to her boss and came back and sat down at the booth and put her hand over Craig's.
Manny: Craig..
Craig: (moved his hand) Manny you left I thought you were out of my life, after you found out you were pregnant and your family wouldn't let you have the abortion and sent you to the states, I was heart broken! I waited for a few months hoping I would hear from you but you didn't even write or.. or call!
Manny opens her mouth to say something but Craig cuts her off.
Craig: (getting louder) Wait! Let me finish! I spend half the night thinking about my son or daughter not knowing what they look like! I cry myself to sleep almost every night wondering what could have been! Do you know how hard that is... well do you?!?!
Craig was yelling by now and crying. Everyone was staring but he didn't care he had waited to say this to Manny. Silent sobs and tears were the only thing that greeted Craig after his speech.
All Manny could was stare straight ahead at the napkin dispenser.
Manny: (crying) I- I was scared Craig! I am only 15, (getting angry) I have a kid and I am only 15!
Manny puts her face in her hands. Craig feeling bad gets up and sits next to her and puts his arm around her.
Craig: Just tell me... why are you back?
Manny looked up with hurt in her eyes.
Manny: Well.. (Thinking of an answer to this question) um my family decided to take me back after a year. (She said with a slight sarcastic tone) but I can't go back because I have to work to bring in extra money for James.
Craig: (suddenly smiling) I have a. son?
Manny: Yea.
Craig: (getting confused) You named him after JT?
Manny: NO! (Rolling her eyes) I named him after my grand father.
Craig: Oh.. (Silence) When did you move back and why didn't you come see me?
Manny: last week and again Craig I was scared.
Craig: Of what?
Manny: (begins to cry again) You Craig! You!
It was Craig's turn to have hurt in his eyes.
Craig: (begins to cry again) When can I see my son? (Liking the sound of that) My son!
Manny: (thinking) Well my shift is over at 6. I can bring James to your place around 7. Is that ok?
Craig: That's more than ok that's great!
Craig leans over and hugs Manny.
Macala had finally come back to The Dot. She was pacing in front of Dylan's car thinking if she should go in or not. Everyone was just watching her.
Paige: Hun go in already! Craig's waiting in there for you, everything's going to be ok.
Macala took a deep breath turned and smiled at everyone and walked into The Dot. She saw Craig in the corner and was about to yell his name when she realized he wasn't alone.
Macala: Who the heck is that?
Macala sees Craig lean over and hug and kiss the mystery girl on the cheek. Macala was about to cry, she started backing up towards the door, she backs up into a table knocking a chair over causing Craig and Manny to look up. Macala started crying. Craig got up fast leaving Manny sitting at the booth. Macala turned around and ran out the door. Craig ran after Macala then Manny got up and ran after Craig.
Craig: (yelling as Macala and himself go out the door) Macala it's not what it looks like!
Macala ran faster, Craig stops and turns to his very shocked friends.
Sean: What did you do this time?
Manny walks out of The Dot looking down at her feet, everyone's eyes get wide and Paige gasps.
Paige: Manny?!
Spinner slaps his head.
Spinner: Not again!
Manny: (looks up) Hi guys, don't look so happy to see me (trying to make light of the deafening silence.)
Ellie: because we're not.
The whole group went walking in Macala's direction. Macala was trying to catch her breath. She didn't even realize where her feet had taken her until she saw the swings again.
Macala: You go to find a new comfort spot!
She turned and saw Paige, Spinner, Ellie, Sean, Marco, and Dylan coming with Ellie in the front.
Ellie: Figured we'd we find you here.
Macala quickly wiped her eyes with the back of her hand and let out a little laugh.
Marco and Dylan went and sat on the swings next to Macala. Dylan put his arm around her and Marco took her hand. Paige dug through her purse and handed Macala a Kleenex.
Everyone being so nice to her made Macala cry even harder.
Macala: (sobbing) I'm so sorry.. (Sob)... sometimes I get so weird.. (Sob) I even freak myself out.
Everyone laughed.
Macala: Who was she though?
Paige: (going towards Macala) Hun, that was Manny.
Macala: (confused) That sounds familiar.
Suddenly something clicked and Macala shot straight up causing Dylan and Marco to do the same.
Macala: (yelling) The Slut?!?!
Ellie and Paige nodded.
Macala started to walk away. The others started to follow her. Macala turned around.
Macala: Guys I am glad I have friends like you, but I'm sorry I need to do this my self.
Spinner: Oh come on I want to see some major Manny butt kicking. (Paige slapped the back of his head)
Macala: (laughing) It's not Manny's butt I'm going to kick, it might be Craig's though. His got a lot of explaining to do.
Macala walked back to The Dot.
Marco: (laughing as he sat back down on the swing) Hey Dyl come push me.
Dylan: (rolling his eyes) Aren't you a little too old?
Marco: (pretending to think about it) Nah!
Dylan: (laughing) That's why I love you.
Dylan walks over to Marco and kisses him on the head and starts to push him.
Paige: Aww how cute.
Spinner: Whatever!
Paige runs over to the swings.
Paige: Spin come push me too!
Spinner: Do I have to?
Paige gives him puppy dog eyes and quivers her bottom lip.
Spinner: (frustrated) Oh fine!
Ellie: Let's go down the slides, Sean.
Sean: That's not my kind of thing.
Ellie: (dragging Sean over to the slides) It is now!
Macala reached The Dot and saw Craig sitting on a bench with his face in his hands. Macala walks over to him and gives him a huge hug. Craig looks up very scared.
Craig: Macala.. what are you doing here?
Macala: apologizing. I am such a loser for running away. But please explain Manny.
Craig: (with a pained look on his face) What do you want to know?
Macala: Everything
Craig: (sarcastically) Do you have awhile?
Macala nodded and sat back into the bench.
Macala: Shoot.
Craig turned to Macala and just started to tell her everything from the beginning.