European Fairy: This meal is so delicious! Honey, you're so good to me.
America: (coldly) This meal costs 280. You pay 140. Remember to transfer the money to me.
European Fairy: What? What do you mean? You’ve always paid the bill before. Why are you asking me to pay now?!
America: Back when I was doing well financially, I didn’t mind you freeloading. But now I’m drowning in debt, so you should contribute a bit.
European Fairy: What do you mean I should contribute? Do you know how much I’ve given over the years? All the emotional support I’ve provided—does that count for nothing? And now you’re asking me to pay just because you’re broke? Is that fair?
America: Sorry, I miscalculated. You’ve been freeloading for years without paying a cent, so you should cover the bill this time. Waiter, give the bill to this lady. (leaves in a huff)
European Fairy: Jerk! Fine, I’ll pay! I don’t need you to live a good life anyway.
After paying the bill with her credit card, the European Fairy went downstairs only to find that her American boyfriend had already driven off in his luxury car. She had to walk home in her beautiful but freezing evening gown. On the way, she was followed by a drunken street loafer, Russia. Scared and angry, she finally made it home and posted on her social media, calling her ex-boyfriend a jerk. She showed off her dinner, her credit card, and her pepper spray, captioning it: “Even without a jerk, I can eat well, stay warm, fight off creeps, and still be classy.” Her post received tons of likes and praise from her friends.
After scrolling through social media all night, she was about to happily go to sleep when she received a credit card repayment reminder. Peeking out the window, she saw the street loafer, Russia, still wandering outside with a bottle in hand. Unable to sleep, she wrestled with her thoughts for a long time before finally clicking on the contact labeled “Backup Plan: East Big Bro.”
European Fairy: Are you there?
East Big Bro: ?
European Fairy: I’m so annoyed. I just want someone to talk to.
East Big Bro: Busy~
European Fairy: You know what? America has been so awful to me. I misjudged him. I think I’m going to break up with him.
East Big Bro: Oh.
European Fairy: Why aren’t you saying anything?
East Big Bro: Busy working overtime to earn money.
European Fairy: That’s great. You must be earning a lot, right? I’m broke now. That jerk took all my money.
East Big Bro: Oh, just earn more then.
European Fairy: Can you do me a favor? I feel bad asking, but… I don’t have money for breakfast. Could you help me out…?
East Big Bro: Sure, my screw factory has job openings. Interested?
European Fairy: I’m not looking for a job! I want to borrow some money.
East Big Bro: No loans!
European Fairy: East Big Bro, are you still mad at me? Last time, I didn’t mean to stand you up. It was America, he…
East Big Bro: If you have something to say, say it. Otherwise, don’t bother me.
European Fairy: Why are all men like this! I’m ignoring you!
East Big Bro: Ok, if you need that job, call me. (hangs up)
European Fairy: Hey! Wait! (curses)
At 7 a.m., after a sleepless night, the European Fairy clicked on America’s profile.
European Fairy: Good morning, honey. How did you sleep last night?
European Fairy: I’ve thought about it, and I realize I was wrong last night. I’m sorry.
European Fairy: I bought your favorite pudding. I’ll bring it to you now…