The rookie Groupchat

Tim's credit card P2

T:Alright, so I've got the letter idea, a weekend trip, and something shiny. Anything else I need to think about? Or... is there any option that doesn't involve maxing out my credit card? Asking for my wallet.

A:There's that "half-assing it" we talked about earlier. Come on, Tim. Do it right.

Ja:I think you've got the bases covered. Just make sure you don't give her the same "metro mission" excuse. She needs to feel like she's more important than your job. Trust me, I've made this mistake before.

Aa:Yeah, no "I was on a mission" line. Just say it's all your fault. Even if it's not. That's how relationships work.

N:Well, he's not wrong. Apologize like you mean it, Bradford. And again, don't skimp on the gift.

Ja:Tim, if you're looking for alternatives to maxing out your card, I don't know what to tell you. Go big or go home. Maybe do both.

W:I'm still team "max it out." Sorry, man.

T:Seriously? I thought you guys were supposed to help me, not bankrupt me. Any ideas that don't involve financial ruin? I've already got the trip and the letter. Isn't that enough?

N:What do you want us to say? You messed up. Big gestures cost money.

L:Wait... what trip?

T:WHAT?!! Lucy??? Why are you in this chat??

L:I've been in this chat the whole time, Tim.

Aa:Ohhh nooooo. Busted.

Ja:Yikes. This just got interesting.

T:Lucy, I swear, I didn't realize you were in here!

A:This is too good. I can't believe you didn't notice!

L:So, you forgot our anniversary... but you're also planning a trip and writing a letter? Hmm, interesting.

W:Now might be a good time to max out that card, Tim. Just saying.

T:Lucy, look, I was going to surprise you! The letter was going to explain everything!

L:Sure, sure. "I was on a mission." Got it. I mean, that is your go-to excuse, right?

Ja:Tim, you're not digging yourself out of this hole anytime soon. My advice: finish strong with the gift. BIG gift.

T:Lucy, I didn't mean to forget! I was in the middle of an op, and things got hectic.

L:Uh-huh. And when exactly were you going to mention the trip? And the letter?

A:I can't believe we're witnessing this in real-time. This is gold.

N:Tim, you're lucky she didn't delete your number after forgetting the anniversary. Just saying.

L:You guys are brutal. Tim, I'm not mad about the mission part. I get it. But forgetting? That stings a bit.

T:I'm really sorry, Lucy. I've got the whole thing planned now, I swear. A nice weekend getaway, just you and me. No work, no distractions.

Jo:At least he's trying! That's gotta count for something, right?At least he's trying! That's gotta count for something, right?

Aa:Sure, if Lucy lets him off easy. But, uh, judging by her tone...

L:I'll admit, the trip idea is nice. And the letter... I didn't see that coming. You don't exactly do "sentimental" often.

T:Exactly. That's why I was going all out!

A:Still forgot, though.

N:Yup. Can't un-forget the anniversary, Tim.

L:Look, Tim, I know you're sorry. You're always juggling a million things, and I get that. But just because you have a high-stress job doesn't mean I don't expect you to remember important dates. I need to know I matter too.

T:You do matter, Lucy. You're everything to me. I'm going to make this up to you, I promise.

Aa:I'm sensing a but in there somewhere...

L:But... next time you forget something this big, no letter or trip is going to save you.

T:Duly noted. No more forgetting anniversaries. I swear.

Ja:Tim, I'm just gonna say it: max out your credit card. Do yourself a favor.

W:Yeah, at this point, just do it. Go big.

L:Max out his credit card, huh? Interesting idea...

T:Please don't encourage them, Lucy.

L:I'm not mad, Tim. Really, I'm not. Just... next time, remember without needing a reminder, okay? That's all I want.

T:You've got it. Next year, I'm planning the anniversary months in advance.

Aa:You better, or you'll be in deep trouble.

N:And this group chat will be here to document it.

A:Yeah, we'll hold you accountable.

L:I'm holding him accountable. Don't worry.

T:Lucy, I'm serious. I'm really sorry. Can we please pretend this conversation never happened?

L:Mmm... maybe. But you owe me a nice trip first.

T:Deal.

W:And max out your credit card while you're at it!

T:Not. Helping. Wesley.