Little Cricket

I think I’ve got everything covered, but thanks for the offer. I appreciate it. Assuming that was an offer of course…

Good, I'm glad. It was indeed an offer, of course. I apologize for not offering earlier, but I had no means to contact you. Nor did I have any idea that this change was taking place in your life. 

I’ve been cooking up a few new drinks I heard were a big hit out there, so hopefully you’ll have a wider range to choose from once I get the approval of Boss Lady. And if you happen to want to see a much better show, I’ll be up at Renaissance around 11.30.

Where is this "out there" you are referring to? If I may ask. 

Hello, Cricket. Yes, I did and I am. My last place was bit… crowded. Too many roommates, not enough personal space. 

Oh, right. That makes sense. Did everything go smoothly? Do you happen to need any help with unpacking or... other matters? 

Finally settled into my new digs and I’ve got to say, the ensuite is everything I imagined and more. Truly a thing of beauty. Oh, and the reliable internet doesn’t hurt either. Hello again, friends.

You moved? You sound happy.

I am okay, just somewhat shaky. Thank you for the concern. 

Well, I hope the damn asshole gets one of his nuts busted in a painful way. He’s gonna murder someone someday if he keeps that up.

I agree. Or at least keep totalling bicycles.

Are you not familiar with the California Vehicle Code?

But you hurt yourself, is it bad?

I'm still gauging the severity of the damage. But I managed to get back on my feet and to my apartment, which has to be a positive signal.

That sounded like you and your bike got hit by a car. Did you call the cops?

I guess... I did not. It would have been unnecessary and fruitless, since the perpetrator sped away instantly. I was unable to read his license plates.

Cricket. Please tell me. I can come get you.

I am telling you, Sarah. I went back home, right after.

Are you okay? Did you get hurt?

I did. A little, one could say.

…Is that your way of saying a car nearly hit you?

No, I certainly did not mention any personal mishappenings. At least not yet. However, I did have a follow up point regarding my quoting of the California Vehicle Code. I did have a rather frightening encounter with a screeching Fiat 500, but my bicycle took the brunt of the impact.

..You didn’t get hit by a car, did you?

My bicycle did a significant job at shielding me from most of the impact, so no. I did not get hit by a car.