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Family court would side with me.

Elías

You are not taking anything to family court. You’re broke, pendejo.

Ricky

Not with that attitude.

Then, five minutes later.

Ricky

For real though. Happy for you, primo.

I stared at that one for too long. Then he went and ruined it.

Ricky

But if he dents my car again, pride month is canceled.

So yes, my family knows.

My family is being my family about it. Loud. Nosy. Weirdly supportive, ready to feed him and threaten him in the same breath.

Fabián’s family, though? That’s a locked garage with the lights off. He texted me this morning.

Fabián

Can I see you tonight?

No good morning.

No apology for making everyone at Bahía Nights lose their collective minds.

No explanation.

Just that.

Can I see you tonight?

So naturally, because I am strong and emotionally balanced, I made him wait nine minutes before answering.

Elías

You asking like an adult or summoning me like a horny internet person?

Fabián

Adult.

Elías

Suspicious.

Fabián

Please, muñeco?