The Winds Have Changed

Part 2

Part 2.

Note: We just gonna keep this rolling!

     It was 6:30 and there was still no sign of Eddie. Buster waited by the theater's doors in anticipation of his friend. Despite the lateness, Buster wasn't upset; this was Eddie Noodleman. The man was never on time except for paid work and dates. So, wait buster did while slowly pacing in front of the doors just to move around a bit. He checked the door a third time to ensure it had been in fact locked and walked to where he had been standing. He checked his new watch. Tapped his foot. Started whistling. Boy. I am a restless one, aren't I? 6:45 and Buster saw the blue, topless car.

     "Hey Buster? Sorry for the wait but I decided last minute to grab some stuff for the night!"

     Once in the passenger seat, Buster looked in the back of the car and saw the mountains of liquor and party foods. Definitely a lot of groceries, he thought. The car pulled from the curb once Buster had buckled in.

     "Uh, Eddie? What exactly do you think we are doing tonight?" Buster asked, the alcohol becoming a little intimidating.

"You and I, my dear koala friend, are going to get smashed! I just felt like getting really drunk tonight; it's been a while since I've been hammered."

     Eddie grinned at the thought.

     He added, "Drunk gaming is like the best thing, dude. Plus you're hilarious when you've had a bit to drink."

     Eddie laughed while Buster let out a nervous chuckle.

     "Uh, I don't know Eddie... It's been a while since I've gotten the drunk your describing and, in all honestly, I'm not too interested in getting that way tonight."

     Buster looked away, expecting disappointment from the sheep. They stopped at an intersection. All he got was a snicker and a pat on the arm.

     "Yo, it's alright dude. Now I have someone to babysit me tonight!"

     Buster felt a lot more at ease.

     "Thanks, Eddie, for understanding."

Eddie looked over to Buster before saying, "Yeah man, I'll save the drinking til' your almost ready to go that way you don't have to deal with annoying me too long haha."

Buster chuckled before responding, "Yeah, you are pretty obnoxious when you drink."

     They remainder of the drive was pretty silent but a content silence. The both of them mutually enjoyed the ride and the soft breeze given by driving the calmer roads. The sun was heading it's way down and the day progressed into eventual night. It smelled fresh outside. Dewy, Buster thought. It was a nice drive. Eddie knew how to drive smoothly on the streets with avoiding potholes and any crack or rock that might appear. Buster felt relaxed and before he realized it they were at the complex where Eddie's apartment was. Eddie pulled into his numbered spot and locked the car up.

     "Almost home. Now, what to do about you guys..." He gestured towards the bags. Buster knew he and Eddie would not be able to carry them by themselves in one go. Eddie appeared to think otherwise.

     "Grab as many as you can, Buster; I've got the rest."

     Buster only managed to get three bags and stepped back to be guided by Eddie. He had trouble peeking from over the plastic to see his friend.

     "C'mon you lousy pile of- ugh!" Eddie groaned at the frustration of trying to grab the remainder bags.

Buster tried interjecting with, "Eddie, why don't we make two trips-"