Michael walked into the bathroom, looking for Jeremy.
"Jere? Rich said you were in here," Michael said. Jeremy sat up with a start.
"Yeah, I'll be out soon," he responded. Michael walked out, waiting outside.
"Jeremy Heere, welcome to your Super Quantum Unit Intel Processor," a voice said. A blue figure appeared before Jeremy, taking form of a young man.
"You look like Keanu Reeves!" Jeremy exclaimed quietly.
"This is just my default form, I can also look like:
Sean Connery!
Jack Nicholson!
Or Sexy Anime Female!" the SQUIP said, doing a strange pose.
"Keanu's fine!" Jeremy said quickly, looking away from the figure. The SQUIP resumed his previous position, understanding.
"So Jeremy Heere, what is your goal?" the SQUIP asked, smiling devilishly. Jeremy felt a little uneasy.
Is this how it's supposed to be? Jeremy thought to himself.
"Yes Jeremy, this is normal," the SQUIP responded. "Now tell me your goal or I will search through your private files and memories to access it." Jeremy briefly remembered every awkward dream and thought he'd ever had, and blushed as he did NOT want the SQUIP gaining access to it.
"I... I want m-my best friend..." he practically whispered.
"You have your best friend..." the SQUIP said, sounding almost confused. "OH!!!! You like him!!" Jeremy looked almost shocked.
"What? Just because I'm a super computer I'm not allowed to fangirl?" he asked, sounding hurt.
"No, it's fine, I guess," Jeremy replied. He was still a little uncertain about all this.
"Now, let's get started. You have a crush on Michael, yes?" the SQUIP asked. Jeremy went to open his mouth, but then the SQUIP intervened.
"No! You love him," the SQUIP said, almost teasingly. Jeremy turned red.
"We've been in here long enough, we need to leave before Michael worries. There's a 96.57% chance he's already concerned. In fact, he will be opening the door in five. Four. Three. Two. One-"
"Jeremy? Are you sure you're okay?" Michael asked. Concern was evident in his voice.
"Told you~" the SQUIP said mockingly.
"Yeah, I'm fine. I think it was some sketchy cafeteria food," Jeremy lied. He felt the SQUIP smile approvingly.
"Now tell him you want to-" Jeremy interrupted the SQUIP, blushing as he finished the SQUIP's thought.
NO, Jeremy thought to his SQUIP, who was smirking.
"So... School's over. What do you wanna do?" Michael asked, slipping his headphones on. He could hear Jeremy through them, so he softly played Marley.
"AOTD?" Jeremy suggested. Michael grinned, nodding. They walked out, and they drove to Jeremy's house. Mr. Heere greeted them at the door, still lacking pants.
"Hey boys!" he smiled. They both replied, and went into the basement.
"Jeremy, you should send Michael for food," the SQUIP suggested. Jeremy was confused, but complied.
"Hey Micha, you wanna get some snacks?" Jeremy asked.
"Sure," Michael responded, and went upstairs to get some food.
"Good. Now, rip your bean bag," the SQUIP said.
"whAt?!" Jeremy squeaked.
"Trust me," the SQUIP convinced him. Jeremy quickly made a small tear in his bean bag. Michael returned shortly.
"Hey Jeremy. Oh shoot, your bean bag. You wanna share mine?" Michael asked casually. Jeremy nodded, a little shocked.
"Don't doubt me, Jeremy," the SQUIP joked. Jeremy rolled his eyes and played his video game with Michael.
To Be Continued in a Part 3
Written by: Connor
Okay.. I'm praying that I posted part 1! I'm not sure if I did!!! Oof... My cat is everywhere rn 🥶 Anyways... Hope you enjoyed them so far!
