164- “Ode”
Beginning / Previously / Next
((Purple Rain - Prince))
For easier reading. Please see transcript below:
As the night wore on, we all took a goofy turn at the mic. Caroling devolved into whatever song came to mind, culminating in Tavi and Julian’s infamous rendition of “Purple Rain”. The drinks and laughter were flowing as new friendships formed.
I loved Tavi, though she kept a respectful distance from me and Obie. I may have been a wee too forceful in my introduction, lol. Everyone else seemed pretty chill.
Xan seemed more relaxed than I had seen him in ages. Though I couldn’t quite tell, it seemed like he and Coco were hitting it off. It was as heartwarming as it was unnerving. Don’t get me wrong, it was good to see his smiles reach his eyes again. As his friend, I knew I should want this for him. But I’m still a sim, and it didn’t make it any easier. In the moments I could afford to steal a glance, I found myself feeling jealous and relieved in equal measure.
J: … Walker!
W: *snapping out of reverie* Huh? I’m sorry, what?
J: *everyone laughs* I said, you’re up!
W: What do you mean? I already sang! Hell, I sang with you, Pita and Uchechi!
U: Oh, please! You haven’t sung yet and you know it!
T: Hold up now! What’d I miss??
W: Nothing!
J: O, has she ever sung for you bruh?
O: *chuckles* Yeah, she sings all the time at home, when she’s cooking, in the shower—
J: Nah, nah, nah! That doesn’t count! I mean has she sung?
P: You been holding back on us chickadee?
O: *smiling curiously* I’m starting to wonder the same thing…
U: Come on Wally! *table rowdily chants Wal-ly*
W: *mildly amused* I’m not nearly drunk enough this.
J: That can be remedied! *signals for a waiter* Chichi’s driving tonight anyway.
O: Come on babe, I’m starting to think you don’t trust me! *chuckle*
W: FINE! *the group erupts in cheers*
U: I know just the song! I’ll get you signed up!
C: What’s happening?
X: I guess Wally’s gonna sing.
C: Walker? I thought she already did. What’s the big deal?... Xander?...