\[**April 15 2025**\]

alright--- let's see.... everything's here but, where are they? Hmm.......

\ **someone's knocking on the door**

right! Becky!! Thank God, if anyone can help me it's her...

*Stevie runs and opens the door*

Stevie" goodmorning Becky, I need your help."

Becky" woah ho Stevie, calm down. Respirar niña, now tell me what's up."

Stevie" I can't seem to find my lucky Starpods, and on another note, how's your morning?"

Becky" first of all.... they are in your couch. And second. Bueno gracias niña."

Stevie" thank you Becky! I literally would not know how to live without you."

Becky" hey, Hermanas por siempre. Remember?"

Stevie" of course, and now time to go to class before we become Pollo asado."

**after class**

alright! There's nothing like the feeling of beating up a villain. Hmmmmm...... did I left something? Eh, I'm probably worrying for nothing. Oh, I should check-in on Becky-- I meant Bestia Reina!!

Stevie" Reigna come in over."

Becky" copy Brightstar, I'm on route to you."

Stevie" copy that Reigna, see you at our rendezvous."

Becky" see you there."

Random guy" thank you."

Becky" no pressure, take care."

after one very normal Rber ride, and dang nam'it! I forgot to bring my Starpods!!! Uh..... oh well, so much for that. Well on the bright side at least now I can go back to music, good food and--- Movies!!!!

Becky" hey mi hermana! So, ready to vete a casa?"

Stevie" tots, oh Becky btw do you wanna watch some movies?"

Becky" hmm--- sure. Can I bring my Amado?"

Stevie" of course! I'll see you later. Adiós."

Becky" oh, niña wait a sec, why don't you invite Priya?"

Stevie"..... Oh. My. Gosh. Becky that's a great idea! Thanks!! See you."

**after a few hours of prep**

alrighty... final mental note checklist, Movies? Done. Snacks? Done. Cozy pillows? Done. Drinks? Done. Now--- all that's left is to--

**doorbell ringing**

OMG!!!!!! Eeep-- Stevie stay calm, breathe... just be cool.

**Stevie opens door**

Priya" hi Stevie, it's good to see you."

Stevie" thanks, it's good to see you too."

Stevie" c'mon in, make yourself at home."

Priya" oh, alright. Thanks... so--- do you live here by yourself?"

Stevie" mmhmm--- Becky & Rome should be here soon."

Becky" hey Hermana! Let's get this night started."

Becky" hi you're Priya right? I'm Becky and this is Rome mi Amado..."

Priya" yes. It's nice to meet you two, so what are we watching?"

Stevie" let's see."

**one century later**

*Suspenseful background music*....

*movie MC screaming*

ahhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!

dammit why do they always make scary movies This scary... hold on a minute--- I'm grabbing Priya's arm or maybe this is some kind of dream?...

Priya" comfortable? Cause I am..."

Stevie"{blush}I'm sorry Priya..."

Priya" why apologize? I'm perfectly fine."

O.M.G. Is Priya flirting with me???!!!!!

Rome" mi amor, you can open your eyes now."

Becky" thank you mi Amado."

thank God!!! The movies done.... now I'm pretty sure I've got a few party games lying around somewhere..... got it!!

Stevie" so which game should we play?"

Becky" puzzles? Hard pass."

Rome" Ooh, we could do Karaoke."

Stevie" great. Except, my neighbors really like their peace and quiet... sorry Rome."

Rome" no hay problema Stevie."

Priya" how about Monopoly truth or dare?"

Stevie" I'm down. Becky? Rome?"

Becky" count us in, niña."

**a few dice roll later**...

Rome" Ahem. Not to be a sour stick here but, how am I the only one with stuck holding a yoga pose. Whaaagh."

Becky" you're doing great mi Amado. Just a couple minutes."

Stevie" alright, Priya choose your poison?"

Priya" dare."

Stevie" I dare you to..... flirt with me."

Priya" alright, darling. Maybe you can help me?"

Stevie" how?"

Priya" tell me, do you taste as sweet as you look?"

Priya" why don't we see, Stevie."

Stevie" that was-- pretty good."

Priya" thank you. Maybe next time I'll get to taste just how sweet you are."

Priya" ah- now it's my turn, Stevie truth or dare?"

Stevie" truth."

Priya" what do you think of me?"

Stevie"{blush} I think you're great."

well... if I have to be honest it's more like smart, amazing, hot AF! Funny, and overall someone I look up to. But there's no way I'm saying that. And of course time flies by way to fast-- saying goodbye sort of makes me feel bittersweet, but with class and hero work it may be for the best....

**the next day**

waking up, to a slight hangover and a bit of 'I wish I had more time' syndrome it's a pretty ok morning. Now better to get started before Becky arrives.

**door knocking**

Becky" niña! We're going to be late."

Becky" vamos niña! Vamos."

**Stevie opens door in a hurry**

Stevie" I'm here! I'm here... lo siento, Becky."

Stevie" alright let's go."

Becky" that's the espíritu mi hermana."

**later after class**

criminal dude" ha- try to catch me?! See if you can!"

Stevie" alright."

breathe--- now! Kicking it full speed, it only takes a couple minutes to take em down and this got boring real quick... uuggghhhh, seriously isn't there a single criminal who'll pose any kind of danger? Jeez.... well at least I stopped the guy.

clerk lady" help! Theives!!"

finally! Alright, let the game begin... running, jumping, I'm a little surprised at how good these thieves are.. they got skills. Radioing Bestia Reina, it takes a second until she responds and at this point I'm kinda needing that. Alright, now with Reina comin here I feel a itty bitty bit better... alright--- here we go!

Stevie" gotcha!!"

Scarlett in red" hey, this is a little fast don't you think?"

Stevie" what? Just--- hand over the jewels."

Scarlett in red" sorry darling, we'll have to continue this some other time."

wait.... what????? Is she seriously, flirting with me.....

Reina" Brightstar! I'll get the other guy you take care of her."

Becky" got it!"

Scarlett in red" oh what a shame, to thought I'd be able to persuade you."

getting a knee to the gut, makes me laugh. Being powerless this is nothing, now claiming my prize I easily take the jewels from her pocket, but wait... what's up with this smoke?

Scarlett in red" baby, be a good girl and give me those diamonds.."

wait what am I doing?!!! No!!! Hands stop!!! hold on.... this oughta do it. Punching my gut I snap out of whatever that was.. now time to go. Running as fast as I can I manage to put some distance but that distance is getting uncomfortably shorter, great.... no! Keep running Stevie!!!

Scarlett in red" Darling, I'd love to play with you but like I have said I need to go. With those diamonds."

hearing a cold snap in her voice, my legs suddenly stops... What The Flip!!!! Move! Dang nam'it! Move!!!!

Priya" hey."

Stevie" Priya! I need your help!"

Oh no....

Priya" no... this can't be...."

Scarlett in red" Priya, I must say I didn't expect to see you. How've you been?"

Priya" not for you to know."

Scarlett in red" Priya, don't tell me you're still upset... it was just business."

Scarlett in red" as always it's been a pleasure, tata.."

twirling her seemingly small cape it fans out in the air to a-- wing? Flying away there goes my chance. Uuggghhhh---- just great...... Wait, Priya! Oh my gosh I should check in on her...

Stevie" you okay? It sorta seem liked you seen a ghost."

Priya"....."

okay, this is totally not at all starting to creep me out... No! Stevie, this is your chance to be a shoulder for her. Alright just be cool.... sliding my arm around her shoulder, seems to finally snap her out of it-- at least for now.

Priya".. yes, I'm fine. Thank you."

Priya" Stevie, I'm sorry..."

Stevie" hey, hey, it's okay--- just take some deep breaths. Okay?"

Stevie" I'm sure some other heroes will get them."

Priya" thanks, I'm alright. Really--- are you? You took quite a bit of damage."

Stevie" oh these? Yeah, I'm fine... no problemo."

hmmmmm.... what's that? A card???

Stevie" what????!!!!!! She's a hero?!?!?!?!?!!!"

Priya" really?!"

Stevie" yeah, it says it right here on this card."

Priya" huh. Well, that's--- interesting."

Stevie" you can definitely say that again."

**Stevie narration**

hey y'all, it's yo girl Stevie! Back with another, one of my, narratives.... Soooo- here's a quick rundown on what went down. First. Last time I thought I was stopping a thief but it turns out she's a hero?! And on top of that, Priya looked like she saw a ghost. In front of her, ok?!! Anyway--- I'm rambling soooooo I'll let you get back to readin about me, byeeeee!!!!

Stevie" we meet again.... My old nemesis."

**suspense music.....

game soundtrack turning on**

beefy game character" HA!!! The Fire Of My Heart Shall Never Be Extinguished!!!!"

Stevie" let's see about that? Take this! Hyaaa!!!"

MMA Shawn" that's how it's done. BLNT..."

**knock knock

Priya's voice**

OMG!!!! Priya's here..... alright be cool---

Priya" hi Stevie, may I come in?"

Stevie" yeah, totally! Step right in."

Priya" thank you, and, I want to apologize for what happened."

Stevie" pshhhh---- it's cool. I get it, everybody's got stuff from the past. Really--- it's fine."

Priya" I appreciate that, thank you."

Stevie" glad I could help, so whatcha doing here? Not that I mind."

Priya" to apologize, now that I have I'll excuse myself."

Stevie" oh, do you have somewhere to be?"

Priya" not at all."

Stevie" then would you maybe like--- wanna hang out?"

Priya" so long as I'm not bothering you, than I gladly accept the offer."

Stevie" great!"

yes!!!!!!!! Becky would be so proud of me... heck I'm proud of myself--- this is going to be amazing...

Stevie" so-- have you tried this game before?"

Priya" tried? Let's just say I have-- experience."

Stevie" oh-ho, well then let the best player win."

Priya" yes, may the best win."

**suspenseful game music playing**

Tiger Chow" roar..... these claws will tear you in pieces."

Mistress Amita" come a little closer, my darling. Don't be shy now, it won't hurt..."

**game narrator *3 2 1 FIGHT***!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

starting off strong I lead with a flurry of strikes, and just as I planned Priya blocks them all, but one thing she doesn't know is that Tiger Chow has this thing where getting blocked fills up his combo meter, now it's all full..... wait----- why is she smiling? Hold on... no, she did?! No!!!!!!!

Mistress Amita" Ooh, darling that was captivating. Better luck next time..."

Stevie" how could you?! That was... pretty good."

Priya" thank you, and you weren't bad yourself."

Priya" it's nice to spend time with you Stevie, but I'm afraid I've business to attend to. I'll see you soon."

Stevie" oh... oh, right! Of course, and don't forget to have lunch."

Priya"... thank you, and you."

watching Priya leave, it's kinda bittersweet.... what am I kidding?! I really wish she could stay---

Stevie's stomach growling

--alright, alright I hear ya. Now--- let's see what do I have for lunch.... hmm--- oof, I could really go for some burritos right now. I'm sure it's alright---

**one Rber ride later**

Graci" welcome, to my humble foodtruck. Do you know what you want?"

Stevie" I definitely do. Give me one of your meat man's meat burrito. Please."

Graci" you got it, hey you're.... Brightstar, right?"

Stevie" yup."

Graci" keep up the good hero work, hey this one's my treat."

Stevie" that's really great--but I can't. But thank you though."

Graci" I get it, you have a good heart kid."

**a few minutes later**

**Stevie burps**

Stevie" ahh--that was a delicious burrito, now what to do..."

Stevie" Becky's out with Rome, and no classes to go... hold on..."

Stevie" right the card, I should return it to that lady. And get a little info while I'm at it.."

**a short while later**

Stevie" hey there, I'm here to see a Ms. Scarlett."

front desk attendant" sure. Give me a moment, please feel free to take a seat."

Stevie" sure thing, thanks."

uuuuugh.... seriously just whatever is this lady doin?!

front desk attendant" Miss, Scarlett is ready now."

Stevie" great."

ooh, their elevator smells pretty good. And the music ain't bad.

Scarlett" ah---- it's you. I must say I'm quite surprised."

Stevie" yeah... you dropped this by the way."

Scarlett" yes... thank you, and I'm afraid I didn't catch your name?"

Stevie" it's Stevie... hey, I just gotta ask do you know Priya?"

Scarlett" oh yes, we used to be close... but that's in the past. Do you need anything?"

Stevie" nah, I just wanted to return your card to you. Oh, what's the deal with the diamonds?"

Scarlett" oh, that. Nothing to have your pretty mind thinking about."

Stevie" oh, alright. Well then----I will be on my way."

Scarlett" if you insist, and see me anytime you want. I'll always have time for you, Stevie."

WTF!!! Is she seriously flirting with me?!!! What is this a harem novel, yo creator! What're ya doing?! Not to say that I'm not liking it but... her! Seriously?!!!!

Stevie" oh, thanks.... Bye."

alrighty then, that was probably one of the most awkward moments in my life. But, it's not going to ruin my day! Chin up Stevie, or should I say Brightstar!!! Now, Becky should be done with Rome unless.... alright, just me with some solo hero work. Alright let's see.... what do I got------

hero transmission link

operator" heroes, there's a 11-82 on Mary's lane. I repeat, non lethal vehicle accident on Mary's lane."

hero transmission link end

hmm--- I could head there, but I'm a little far. I guess I'll just wait.... and wait..... uuuuugh, seriously? Nothing at all...

hero transmission link

operator" heroes, there's a hostage situation on Clover's street. Be advised, suspect may have heavy firearms."

hero transmission link end

now this sounds like a job for Brightstar! And I'm not to far away too. Alright parkour don't fail me now...

**a few minutes later**

Brightstar" hey, Bud. Why don't ya drop the gun and we can talk this out... how about it?"

male suspect" no! This fool, owes me my money! Now, I ain't leavin till I get it!!"

Brightstar" woah.. okay, look I'm sure we can come to a.... understanding, if you get what I mean."

male suspect" n-"

bursting in through the door, I go in deep.. tackling the dude to the ground! Jostling for the rifle, I grab the end of the barrel with my left and hit' em with a mean hammerfist right to the nose! Hitting him so hard that the back of his head hits the floorboards that makes a sound that indicates he should get his skull checked. And with two more strikes for good measure he's out cold... And that's it folks.

Brightstar" alright---"

Spikey hero" hey kid, I guess we missed the action. Huh?"

Brightstar" yup... well I gotta go, thanks for taking care of him."

Spikey hero" what?! That's.... kid."

other hero" hey, don't worry dude. Let's just bring him in."

Spikey" yeah... alright."

now... what to do------ooh! I know, movies!!! Hey, don't judge me. It's perfectly normal to love watching movies, hmph. After a medium-

short Rber ride I finally arrive at the movies.... A place that's equally depressing and amazing!!!! Now, let's see what movies they got on...

Stevie" Rise of the ones beneath? Nah. The Border of Tuscany? hard no.... gasp. Yes, Two girls out. My fav...."

Stevie" hi one ticket for Two girls out, please."

movie employee" sure thing. Here you go, room three."

Stevie" room three, got it. Thanks."

**a few seconds later**....

alright--- last minute check, bathroom? Check. snacks? Check. drinks? Check. and everything else? Triple. Check. Ok... movie here I come!

**halfway through the movie later**....

actress"(crying)... Marco, how could you?!"

Marko" I'm sorry, I just... don't love you, anymore. Goodbye Tanya."

Tanya" no.... You, you jerk!!"

**a few scenes later**

Megan" gosh... Tanya I'm so sorry, I know how you feel."

Tanya" really? How?"

Megan" you don't wan to know, it's for the best."

Tanya" please.... I feel like my life is going out of control, anything it is can't be worse."

Megan" fine. Tanya, I love you."

Tanya" huh? Wait-----what?!"

Megan" Tanya, since the moment we met you have been amazing. I love the way you play with your shining blonde hair when you read."

Megan" or how you'll blush when my fingers brush behind your shoulders, and... your, pink, soft, succulent... lips. Tanya, you have stole my heart. And I want you to have it."

Megan" Tanya, I. love. you."

Tanya" oh... Megan, I... I... love you too."

ah.. this is the best scene, watching them kiss. I hope I get to do that with someone who loves me....