Magic 8
August 11th, 2020
Starring: A & D
A stands in the doorway of D’s dwelling, holding a box.
A
I uh
I got you a little something
D
No.
A
Yes.
D
No.
A
You know I’m a gift-giver, it’s my nature.
D
You don’t have to give me a gift...
A
But here I am…
D
Fine.
At least you’re consistent.
A
Open it.
D opens the box. It’s a Magic 8 Ball.
D
Hey. I remember these. I had one as a kid.
A
This one’s special.
Go on, ask it a question.
Anything.
D
Ok...uh
Am I happy?
D shakes the ball, squinting to read what it says.
A
Well…?
D
“Of course, you woke up today!”
A
See?
...
Try another.
D
Um
Do I have the right to be happy?
Shakes. Reads:
D
“With the right attitude, you can do anything!”
A
Guess if it says so.
...
One more time.
D
Will I ever find happiness in life?
Shakes. Reads:
D
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.”
-Lao Tzu
A
Makes a good point.
D
Are these all motivational?
A
Yep.
D
Oh god
Am I really in that bad of shape?
A
I mean
Did you hear your questions?
D
I never wanted to be this person. The kind you’d need to make feel better?
A
Well
Deal with it. Thank god someone cares enough.
D
Ok.
Well thank you.
A
I’m here anytime, in case you need something.
D
I really do appreciate it.
A
Talk soon.
D
See you.
A leaves, and D closes the door. They stare at the 8 Ball.
D
Do you really think you can help me?
Instead of shaking it, D rolls the 8 ball down the hallway like a bowling ball. It bangs against the wall on the other side. D picks it up, reads:
D
“Depends how bad you want help, asshole.”
…
…
Hm.