I still hate when creators don't include smaller characters or moments in an adaptation that they've decided people wouldn't miss or that people would think isnt importance at all even though it can actually add a lot to the entire thing
Warnings: mentions of alcohol, drugs, mature language
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Saturday 11 pm. Be ready. Pip
Pip texted you Saturday morning and you accidentally (or not) forgot to text Dan. Shit happens. As promised, Pip came to pick you up at around 10.30, but you had to sneak out of the house.
“And where are you going?” Your father’s voice came from the living room. Crap. It’s difficult to sneak on a policeman. “I made some friends and they invited me for a sleepover” you lied. “You already made friends?” He asked incredulously. “Yes, Dad. I’m quite likeable, you know” you rolled your eyes. “I know that. Is Da Silva invited too?” He asked. “Maybe he’ll show up. Anyways, I’ll be fine.”
“I know. Take care and text me when you come home.”
“Will, Dad” you said before leaving the house and jumping into Pip’s car. Pip introduced Ravi and asked about where your bodyguard was. “Probably sleeping” you shrugged. “Who? Dan?” Ravi asked. “Yea. Long story, don’t ask” you replied. “So what are we gonna do? When we get there, I mean” you asked. “Well, what do you want to know?” Pip asked. “If he knows if Max went to calamities in other towns, obviously using the drugs Howie was selling” you explained. “No further questions” Ravi said.
“So where’s this party?” You asked as Pip stopped the car near a forest. “The Caves. We have to walk to get inside” Pip explained. “You don’t seem the type to know it around here” you said. “She has experience with this” Ravi said sarcastically. “No further question, Ravi” you joked.
“Oh no”
“What, Pip?”
“Did you text Dan?”
“Who?”
“Da Silva”
“Ah, no. Why?”
“Because he’s right there” Pip said and you all looked where she was pointing.
—
You got out of the car and spotted Dan at the cave entry. He looked unusual with normal clothes. You could see colourful lights and already drunk teenagers around. “Never got your text, Cooper” was the first thing he said. “Because you’re not invited, Da Silva” you replied. “And why is that?”
“You’re old. And I’m very well on my own”
“Yeah right. You don’t even know what’s in there. Pip can tell you, can’t you Pip?” Dan asked.
“Okayyy, let’s go inside” Ravi said before any of you could come up with another sarcastic remark.
———
The smell of drugs and alcohol hit you instantly. Everything around you was blurry, just like that night. All your memories came back and you felt like suffocating. “Let’s find Howie fast and get out of here” you said. “Don’t you enjoy parties, Cooper?” Dan asked. “You can stay more if you want. I don’t” you replied. “If we split, we might find him faster” Pip suggested. So you were stuck with Da Silva again. Some slimy guy approached you, offering you a drink, saying something about going to some room. Dan shoved him out of the way (Bodyguard duties), but not before the drink ended up spilled on your t-shirt.. “I could’ve done that” you said. “And worse” Dan replied. “That was one of my favourite t-shirts by the way” you whined. “I’ll buy you a new one, Cooper”.
Around a corner, you saw a group of guys smoking and talking. One of them seemed to be Howie, as Pip described his physical appearance to you. You went closer, but he wasn’t the person you were looking for. “Damn, girl. Wanna fuck?” What was with all these slimy guys here. “No thanks” you replied, pushing him away. “C’mon. I have drugs. You won’t remember anything” he insisted. “She said no” Dan interrupted. “I know you want to get some p*ssy, but leave us alone” the drugged guy said. “And he will” you stated. “Kiss me” you whispered to Dan. “What?”
“God’s sake” you rolled your eyes and pressed your lips to his. “Ah I see” the slummy guy stumbled away. You wanted to break the kiss, push Dan away, but his grip on your waist tightened as he deepened the kiss. His hand at the small of your back pressed your palms against his chest. He was a good kisser, but he didn’t have to know that. “Get a room” someone said. Dan immediately recognised the voice and pulled away. “That’s him.” He took your hand and followed the guy. You were still feeling dizzy from that kiss or because drugs were in the air. Who knows?
You turned around a corner and here he was. “Hey, man. My girl wants some drugs from you” Dan said casually. “Sorry but you don’t seem the type” the dealer replied bored. “Then she wants to ask you a question” Dan said. “That also costs money” Howie grinned. “DAN! What the hell?” You shouted as he shoved Howie against the wall. “You’ll reply to her question. Or I’ll make sure you get back in prison” he warned. “Alright, man. Calm down” Howie blabbered. “Ask away.”
“Were you selling drugs to Max Hastings?”
“I thought everyone knew that” Howie replied and Dan shoved him harder. “Alright, yes”
“Do you know where Max was using those drugs?”
“At parties, just like this one”
“Do you know if he attended parties in other towns?”
“Yea, he did. Said the chicks here ain’t funny”
“Do you remember if he mentioned any town?”
“Oh here you were” Pip and Ravi appeared around the corner.
“Yeah, yeah. It was something like Eshcamb or something”
“Ashcombe?”
“Yeah, that’s it”
As soon as the words left his mouth, you collapsed on the floor. Pip, Ravi and Dan were immediately by your side. You don’t remember what happened after, just that Dan carried you outside in his arms and you were in his car on the way home.
“This was a stupid idea. Very stupid” Dan said. “Hey… I can’t go home. I told my Dad I have a sleepover with some friends” you said when you could think straight. Never going to that freaking parties ever again. “Do you even have friends?” He asked. “Yea. Unlike you, Da Silva”
“What am I gonna do with you now?”
“Can I…” you doubted if it was a good idea after what happened tonight. “Come at your place?” He shot you a shocked look. “I guess… I live with my sister, Nat” he shrugged. “It’s okay. If you want. It was just an idea. You can say no.”
“I don’t want to say no. Plus, I’m not letting you sleep God knows where” he said as he parked the car in front of his house.
“Your last chance to say no”
“Not a chance” he said, unlocking the door. You stepped inside. Small, minimalist, just like him. Wait why do you know that? “There’s a guest room on the left” he whispered. “Why are you whispering?”
“Where were you at this hour?” A short blonde haired girl appeared from the living room. She looked over to you, then back at Dan. “You have a girlfriend and didn’t tell me? I feel offended” she faked crying. “Nat, this is Y/N, not my girlfriend” Dan said. “Nice to meet you” you said. “Same to you. You went to a party?” She asked shocked, seeing the stain on your shirt. “No”
“Don’t lie, Da Silva” you mused.
“Oooo! I like her already” Nat grinned. “As I was saying, the guests room’s on the left. I’ll bring you some new clothes” Dan said and disappeared into his room. “So… tough night?” Nat asked. “Can’t even imagine” you replied. “First time in there?” She asked. “Unfortunately, not. As ugly as I remember” you said. “Found some of Nat’s old clothes. They’ll fit you” Dan said, throwing you a bunch of clothes. “It’s more romantic if they’re your clothes” Nat suggested. “I think I’m fine. Thanks” you said, trying to find your way to the room. “On the left. The bathroom is on the right” Dan said as you entered the room.
Back in the living room, Nat and Dan were having a fiery conversation. “Just don’t make her feel weird” Dan said. “Me? You’re making things weird” Nat replied. “Don’t imply things like ‘oh your girlfriend’s here’ because she’s not my girlfriend. She’s my boss’s daughter and he asked me to protect her.”
“Okay bodyguard. Don’t get angry with me. But she looks like she’s seen death people” Nat said. “Parties ain’t my cup of tea really” you said. “How much did you hear?” Dan asked. “I wanted some water. You can continue arguing” you said, going in the kitchen. “I’ll bring you some. Go back” Dan said. “Okay, Dad” you rolled your eyes and Nat snorted. “Just act normally” was the last thing Dan said to his sister. “You’re the one freaking out, not me” she replied and went to her room.
“Come in” you said after hearing a knock at the door. “Here’s a glass of water. Do you need anything?” Dan asked. “They don’t fit you?”
“I guess yea, but I wanted to take a shower first” and wash the smell of drugs or rather the memory of that night. “Yeah uh bathroom’s right here” he pointed back to a door. “Thanks. Also I think the top won’t fit me. Can you bring me another t-shirt?” You asked. “Yea sure. You’ll find a towel in there” he said and you entered the bathroom.
Shower thoughts. Worse things ever Uf you don’t hold a concert. If Max was there that night…. he was there I know it…. he drugged those poor girls… he must pay for that… also…Nat’s clothes would fit you just right….why did you lie…. he might bring one of his…. not that it would make any difference… did you like that kiss…. no, don’t go there, Y/N… it’s dangerous territory.
When you were done with the shower, you went back to the room and got dressed. Yeah, definitely one of Dan’s t-shirt because it was way too big. “Everything good?” His voice snapped you out of any thoughts you could have. “Y-yeah. Fine. Thanks for letting me stay” you said. “Sure. I’ll see you in the morning. Goodnight, Cooper.”
