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otis redding jones. prince of soul an r&b best baller in lima and son of the amazing mercedes jones.

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natasha

“Oh honey, I’m an atheist, so you’re so barking up the wrong tree here.”

“I see. In that case party all you want, just make sure to stay hydrated while you do it. I always forget about the water part.”

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text message -- olivia & otis

Olivia: Yeah, lucky you. Shut up.

Olivia: Boy, you /wish/ you looked 21, get out of here. We also card, and I'll know if you have a fake I.D.

Otis: You're just mad bc you're old 🤣

Otis: I could pass for 21! That's exactly why I don't go to your bar, y'all are too extra. Usually, I just flash my school I.D. and walk my pretty ass in

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cole

“Not joking. Is it based off of a book? I’m sure you won’t have any problem doing that. You’ve got the skills.”

“No, they made the movie into books. You should read them sometimes, let me know what you think. Okay, I don’t need my head getting too big...”

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text message -- olivia & otis

Olivia: because i'm a nice person and need money. just wait until you're out of high school, boo. this shit ain't pretty.

Olivia: also, on that note, yeah, i sent this out as a mass text, but in what world do you think your 17 year old ass is going to be able to get into a bar in the first place???

Otis: i am in no rush to leave highschool. my mama still makes me 3 meals a day AND pays my bills and in return all I gotta do is clean my room

Otis: I may be 17 but I look like im 30... well at least 21

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audrey

“i know, i know. i just don’t see how you can play basketball in front of hundreds of students, faculty, and alumni but you can’t sing a two-minute song?”

“playing basketball is different. if someone doesn’t like something i do on the court, it doesn’t matter because i can blame it on coach or my teammates. i am too sensitive about my music and my voice, i wouldn’t be able to handle any type of criticism.”

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cole

“I have no clue who Yoda is, I was going for more of an ancient Chinese proverb feel. You know I wouldn’t miss it, watching you win is one of the only things I will put down a book for.”

“What?! You’re joking, right? Yoda is only one of the most popular film characters of all time! That’s the shit I like to hear. Hopefully, I can grab your attention this Friday.”

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remy

“That sounds pretty bad ass I can see why you’re upset about losing it.”

“It is very badass! I don’t think I’ll be getting it back though, I’ve searched every inch of this school.”

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cole

“What can I say? It keeps me sane. I’ll watch for it. Even if you don’t find it, you’ll be great. The talent doesn’t lie within the ball.”

“More power to you. I couldn’t sit down and read a book for the life of me. That sounded like some shit Yoda would say, but I really appreciate that. You better be there cheering’ me on.”

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cole

“Yeah, sorry about your ball. I hope you find it soon, I know what it’s like to lose something that means a lot to you. I can put a bookmark in this page if you want help searching for it?

“It’s not your fault, I’m sure I’ll find it. I don’t wanna interrupt your reading, I know that’s like your favorite past time. Just keep an eye open for me, yeah?”

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remy

“I’ll keep an eye out for yours, but if it looks like the others…”

“No, no. It’s black and purple... It also has my name on it in silver sharpie.”

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audrey

“oh, come on otis, you’re amazing and you know you’re amazing at singing. it would just be my dad and i’d even come for moral support, if you needed it.”

“we’ve talked about this before, drey. i’ve tried and i’ve choked too many times to count. i just don’t think it’s meant to be.”

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remy

“Just grab one from the gym?”

“There’s only like ten good ones and they’re all being used. That’s why I always bring my own.”

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cole

“I know you’ve got better in you. Don’t make me stroke your ego just because you’re feeling those lazy summer days already.”

“I’m slackin’... I blame it on this whole ball situation. How am I supposed to be my normal sexy and snarky self when I have a game to worry about?”

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audrey

“i know i am. i’ll be sure to keep you updated and you know you’re welcome to audition or just drop by, he wouldn’t mind. oh, and i can put in a good word for you.”

“me, audition? no, i’m not good with the whole ‘singing in front of strangers’ thing. we both know that.”

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cole

“I’d almost be offended if I didn’t know you better.”

“Almost? I thought that was a good one!”

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audrey

“totally, i get it. i’ll be on the lookout for it though, i’ll even see if my dad has seen it in the choir room and see if he has it or turned it into the lost and found. it couldn’t have went far.”

“you’re the best. if you find it or hear anything just let me know. oh and tell your dad that i’m still waiting on my invitation to the club.”