Gurl PowR!

Very bitterly, you pull your eyes from that magazine which is rightfully yours and stare sourly at Pepe's pink pinstriped back as he fumbles around for your batteries.

"Come on, man. I don't have all day."

"Patience, mi amor," he coos softly, turning back around with your batteries and setting them lightly on the table. "You look grumpy, sweetie. Tell Uncle Pepe what's wrong."

"It's just that girly time of the month."

"Ay, Dios! I hate that time of the month too!"

You raise one plucked eyebrow at him.

"Yes, when my mamá used to have it, she would beat my butt every time!"

"I'm sure you enjoyed that, Pepe."

"Hmmm Â…hahahaha! Maybe I did."

Paying for your batteries, you leave Pepe and his sweaty little bodega behind. You yourself are beginning to sweat, under your arms and from the top of your forehead. If there's one thing you hate, it's sweating! Time to get back home and cool off.

As you head back to your apartment, a figure in the distance catches your attention. Coming closer, she is unmistakable: a short skirt, halter top and long, wavy blonde hair. It's Gina! And she's crying her eyes out!
« Go Back