Look Back At It

The Housewarming (Part 1)

The Teenagers, along with Kenny, Alyssa, Andrew, and I, are at Billy and Rin's house for a housewarming party. A few days ago, we found out Billy has once again decided to leave the Teenagers; at least he told us he was leaving this time. This also brought about the return of Kenny to the group. "Hey, at least I'm more than likely in the group for good this time," Kenny says. Andrew nods as Billy and Rin walk up to us. Billy grins and says "Hey! We're so glad that you could make it! The Chantels are here, too, so... Have fun!" Briefly, I glance at Andrew, who is looking at Rin. I then glance over at Rin, who is looking at Billy with all the love in her eyes. "I'm so glad we're engaged, Billy!" Rin exclaims. Once more, I look at Andrew, who now has a sad look on his face. This must really take a toll on Andrew, I think. I honestly feel so sorry for Andrew.

A few minutes later, I'm standing at the top of the stairwell when Andrew appears and says "Listen, Sherman. To be honest, I'm heartbroken seeing Rin with Billy. The way she looks at him, the way they act so in love... it just breaks my heart. The fact that Rin is rumored to be unfaithful, too... Billy deserves much better." I nod, place my hands onto Andrew's shoulders, and respond "I know, Andrew. Rin needs to fix her own broken heart- it sounds stupid, but it's the truth." "I don't know about that, Sherman. How can a girl like her fix a broken heart, let alone her own, when she's the reason behind mine and many others?" Andrew asks frustratedly. Sighing, Andrew turns around, and I look down at the floor. Then, I hear a faint crying noise and look up to see Andrew, who tearfully adds "I'm sorry, Sherman. It's just- well, I don't want Billy to be heartbroken." I respond "I know. Now, let's go downstairs. Paul Anka, that guy who sang "Diana," is here. I've noticed that he and Rin are close- too close, I should say. It's like they're in love with each other." With determination in his eyes, Andrew stares at me and says "Alright. Maybe we can see how close they truly are." I wonder if Rin and Paul are as close as they seem.

Shortly after, Alyssa, along with Andrew and I, are hiding in the dining room, eavesdropping on Paul and Rin, who are in the kitchen. "Listen, Rin. I know you're engaged, but I love you. I know we were just a mere hook-up in a storage room at the sock hop, but I've developed some strong feelings for you," Paul says. Andrew quietly whispers "They hooked up... Oh my." Rin responds "Paul, I love you so much. I know it's wrong, but it feels so right. I may be engaged, but I won't let that stop me from giving you my love." Andrew's eyes widen in surprise, and he looks around the corner into the kitchen, hoping not to get caught. I look around, too, and I see something that stuns me- Paul and Rin are in a passionate kiss! Andrew quickly turns around, slides down to the ground, and suddenly starts crying. "Andrew, man, calm down," Alyssa says. Then, we overhear Paul tell Rin "Honey, we may both be mere adults, but I want you to know that I'm mature enough to take care of the both of us- and any others who wanna tag along for the ride." With his head in his hands, Andrew walks over to Alyssa and I, and whispers "Did you hear what Paul just said? Rin must be knocked up and have a bun in the oven; that's what she gets for being so...untruthful." I'm about to reply to Andrew when one of the Chantels exclaims "C'mon, everyone! Gather in the livingroom! It's time to play Spin the Bottle!" Alyssa looks towards me and motions towards the living room. Slowly, my two friends and I make our way to the living room, still pondering over the meaning of what Paul told Rin.