Prologue
PROLOGUE
Texts from Spencer to Lauren: December 1 st , 8:32 a.m.
Spencer
I know you hate talking on the phone so I’m trying your favorite mode of communication…
I figured out a way for you to get home for Christmas...
Since you promised you would?—
Call me!
Texts from Spencer to Lauren: December 1 st , 11:38 am
Spencer
Are you avoiding me or just busy with your sitcom?
If you’re busy with work, I understand.
I know you’re really wanting to make an impression on your boss.
And fake people need perfectly decorated homes.
If you’re avoiding me, knock it off, bozo. clown emoji
Texts from Spencer to Lauren: December 1 st , 2:42 pm
Spencer
You know I can tell that you read all of these, right?
Texts from Spencer to Lauren: December 1 st , 6:18 pm
Spencer
Lo, I really want you here when the baby is born.
And honestly, I’m not sure I can handle Mom and Dad for another holiday by myself...
I feel like Insert Gif of Stretch Armstrong
Text from Spencer to Lauren: December 2 nd , 1:36:24 pm
Spencer
Okay, Lo, way to give a guy a complex.
I’m your brother and it’s Christmas and I’m having a baby and …
You’re getting a ride home with Will.
Texts between Lauren to Spencer: December 2 nd , 1:36:32 pm
Lauren
Uh wut?
Heck no. I’d rather fly!
Spencer
Really?
I’ll book you a ticket right now!
It’ll cost more than my mortgage because you waited so long eyeroll emoji
But THATS brOTHERLY LOVE RIGHT THERE, BABY!
Lauren
Stop it!
Don’t book a ticket…
You know how I feel about flying
Spencer
Thus, the ride-share.
Lauren
Nobody says “thus.”
Lauren
A bus then. Or a train.
Do they still have trains?
Spencer
For people like you who refuse to fly
Lauren
Train then.
I’ll book it.
Spencer
Or you can ride for free with Will..
I know you guys don’t know each other well but he’s a really good guy.
Lauren
I know he’s your friend and you’re my brother
and I love you…But no.
Spencer
Great so I’ll text you the details on where to meet him?
Lauren
NOOOOO
I’ll find my own way!
I promise I’ll be there.
Spencer
If you’re sure
Lauren
I do not want to ride across the country with your womanizing egotistical playboy friend.
Spencer
He’s not really like that anymore.
Lauren
People don’t change.
Case in point: Dad
Spencer
Fair... But still Will isn’t Dad.
And he isn’t like that anymore.
Lauren
I’ll figure out my transportation,
and I promise I’ll see you soon.
December 10 th , 10:18 pm
Lauren
Spence, bad news.
I waited too long to book my ticket.
I know. Shut up.
Spencer
So, you need a ride?
Lauren
…
Spencer
Just texted Will. He’ll meet you at some diner on the Santa Monica Pier. I’ll text you the details.
Lauren
Fab. Can’t wait.