My Perfect Life

Whistling echoed throughout the quiet parking lot. Twirling his car key on his finger, he unlocked his car and hoped in the driver seat. At the same time he started his car and the engine roared to life, he got a message.

Lightweight

@minezawa we still on for tonight?👀

Mr. Showoff

Looks like someone’s eager to get drunk and embarrass themselves quickly. Dw I’ll be sure to get some HD vids of your embarrassment😂

Lightweight

**** off asshole

Minezawa

Yep, still on. I’ll be a bit tho. Gotta make a stop to get something for my girl.

Foreversingle

Boo! Bros before hoes! 

Lightweight

I second that!

Minezawa

First of all, she’s not a hoe. Secondly, you’re both just jealous. Back me up @Mr. Showoff

Mr. Showoff

The b***hless forever be mad 😂

The man shook his head in amusement and put his phone in the passenger seat. That’s how his conversations with his friends always went. They’d make plans, check in to see if Minezawa was still set and then proceed to insult each other and bicker like teenagers.

Twenty minutes later he pulled into the parking lot of Pizza House, paid for his order and set out for his girlfriend’s workplace. It was five thirty in the afternoon but she was working late, and Minezawa being the dutiful and loving boyfriend he is, ordered dinner for her from her favorite place.

Not long after, he pulled into the security checkpoint and gave the guard a mini salute as he drove in the compound slowly. This was a highly secure research facility and he used to have to wait at least ten minutes before he could get clearance to enter. Now, almost the entire staff knows him, though his friendly personality had a major part to play in it.

It took him seven minutes to reach his girlfriend’s office. Seeing the door was already open, he leaned on the frame and knocked on the door with his left hand. Everyone turned to see who it was but only one person spared him more than a glance.

“Babe!” A blonde woman exclaimed as she ran up to him and threw her arms around him. “You should’ve told me you were coming,” she pouted.

Minezawa chuckled in response and kissed her forehead, “I wanted to surprise you. You’ve been working a lot, even when you get home late these days, and I rarely see you eating anything.”

She gave him an exhausted smile and took the food from him, “Sorry, I get so caught up that food just slips my mind. Are you still hanging out with your friends tonight?”

He raised an eyebrow at her, surprised that she knew. He was already asleep when she got home last night and he was so busy today that he forgot to text her that he’d be going out with his friends later.

“Oh! Isu-chi told me,” she quipped as she took a whiff of the pizza. “Leave your car here and take a taxi. I don’t want you drinking and driving.”[MF1]

“I’ll call one, but you know that I wouldn’t drink if I have my car,” he assured as he hugged her. “I probably shouldn’t take up more of your time, your boss is glaring at me.”

She chuckled in response, “Love ya babe, text me when you’re leaving the bar.”

“Okay,” he gave her lips a quick peck and left.

~

The doorbells jingled as he opened them causing one of his friends to look up.

“Look who finally decided to grace us with his presence,” Isuzu said as he clapped him on his back when he approached.

“Woooow, let’s get this party started!” Ida cheered.

Soon enough beer, soju, chicken and beef started pouring out of the kitchen and onto their table. They weren’t celebrating anything, Ida suggested to try a new place that opened and when Minezawa agreed and said he’d pay everyone else agreed.

“So, how’s the exclusive life treating you?” Yamaha asked, pointing to Minezawa with his fork.

Though he was already drunk out of his mind the question sobered him up enough and he gave a megawatt smile, “Honestly, it’s freaking dope!” He sipped his beer, “Misa is so smart, organized, great at cooking and fun to talk with. At first, I was a little hesitant because I thought she just wanted my money, but now I feel like an asshole for even thinking that.”

Ida clapped slowly and cheered, “Amazing, who would’ve thought that the super virgin would be the first one to get into a serious relationship.”

“Everyone except your dumbass,” Yamha said as he kicked Ida’s chair.

“Hey! I find that very offensive!” Ida exclaimed as everyone started laughing at their bickering.

Minezawa cleared his throat and said slowly, “Guys, I think I’m ready to take this to the next level.”

“Ouu, we bringing out the whiskey this early in the game? This is why you’re my favorite Richy,” Ida laughed as he made kissy faces to Minezawa.

“No, you idiot, I mean sure we can do that. But I meant that I wanna propose to Misa,” he clarified.

Everyone paused, Ida and Yamaha exchanged concerned glances, while Isuzu had an unreadable look on his face. The statement alone was enough to sober everyone up.

“Woah, dude, I think you’ve had enough to drink. Are you sure? You guys have been dating for 5 months. Don’t you think that’s too soon? Yamaha asked as he took Minezawa’s beer from him.

“Can’t believe I’m agreeing with that asshole, but he’s right. Don’t you want to explore your options first? Why would you want to be tied down so soon?” Ida pitched in as he stuffed his face.

“They’re right Richy, you’re moving too fast. What if you scare her away? You two haven’t even slept together yet,” Isuzu stated.

“Firstly, piss off Ida. I am not cheating on Misa to ‘explore my options’” Minezawa mocked in disgust, “Secondly, I’m sure. In fact, I’ve never been so sure of anything else in my entire life. And lastly, who cares if we haven’t slept together yet? Misa wants to wait until marriage and I respect that.” He paused for a moment, “So, will you guys support me?”

A moment of silence passed between the three as they exchanged a look. Finally, they let out a sigh and agreed.

“Your funeral dude, I’ll make sure to rub all my adventures in your face” Ida wiggled his eyebrows.

Yamaha kicked him, “You’re gross. Also, I’ve got your back man.”

“Do what you want,” Isuzu added.

“Thanks guys!” Minezawa grinned and then added, “And while we’re at it, Yamaha, I want you to be my best man.”

“Hell yeah man!” Yamaha instantly agreed. “Hey, Waiter! Bring out your finest whiskey! My bro is finally tying the knot!”

Some chuckles and congratulations echoed throughout the bar as the waiter set the bottle of whiskey down. They all poured a glass.

“Thanks again guys!” Minezawa cheered and they downed their drinks.

And that’s how this short get together, turned into a full-blown celebratory night.