"hey, oliver, why do you want to get out of the countryside that badly?"

i wonder.

"probably because he wants to run off to some nerdy store. ain't that right, one-eye?"

alright, that's fine. i'll nod.

"don't worry," stop laughing. "you'll be able to get there soon. after junior high, you'll be able to get a parttime job so you can save for a week's trip."

sounds like a good idea. let me smile.

"let's all go together. how's that sound?"

idiot.

i don't want anyone to come along.

"aw, that sucks. we'll stalk you then."

sure. you won't be able to keep up.

"good luck!"

good luck.