They Came Together Page #5

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I had screwed up big-time.

And then walking home,

I had this realization

that my inability to open my dream

coffee shop was in many ways

a metaphor for my inability to

follow through in my romantic life.

Ah.

And once I figured that out, I

didn't want to waste another moment

before rushing back to Molly

and asking for another chance.

So that's what you did?

Not right away. This buddy of mine

who was super into boogie-boarding

invited me down to his place

in Miami to check it out,

so I went down there

for the weekend.

But as soon as I got back, I

headed straight to Molly's store.

I didn't want to screw it up again,

so I practiced what I was going

to say until it was perfect.

Hey Molly, I had such a

great time the other night.

I'm sorry I got weird there

at the end. I was just so...

I was just so hamburgies

and hotdoggies.

No, that sounds stupid.

That sounds so stupid.

Hey Molly, I had a great

time the other night.

Sorry it got weird

at the end there.

I've been going through a lot recently,

and I was just feeling all...

Green beans!

No! Hey, Molly. Pancakey.

Molly! I think your

friend Joel is here.

And it looks like he's

rehearsing an apology speech.

Oh, no, Wanda! I look terrible!

I look like a chimney sweep.

Okay, quick! I'll help you

find something better.

Come on, let's hurry, then!

Molly?

Guess she's not here.

Is that you? Hey, Joel, I...

Where'd he go?

Was that you?

Oh, hey, big brother. Did

you go apologize to Molly?

Oh, hey. I went by her

store, but she wasn't there.

- Well, did you leave her a note?

- No. Should I have?

You know, for a smart guy, big

brother, you sure are an idiot.

You know what, Jake? I've had it up

to here with your little comments.

You've got a bone to pick

with me, then spit it out.

What? Is this about rent, Joel?

Because you can have

your stupid money.

No. It's not about money, Jake.

It's never been about money!

But you know what? If you have a little

rent, then, sure, I'd gladly take it!

- I was being rhetorical!

- Of course you were!

Of course you were!

You're like a child.

Well, if being a grown-up means

being a corporate drone

like you, then no thanks!

I've got dreams, man!

Well, your dreams don't

pay for the rent!

- This corporate drone does!

- Do you remember the tire swing?

I don't have time for this.

No, I don't have time...

I know you remember it, Joel!

The old maple tree.

We used to spend hours in that

thing. Where'd it go, Joel?

You sold it, didn't you?

You traded in our fun for,

what, a few greenbacks?

When Mom and Dad died,

I had to sell that tire

to put food in your belly

and a shirt on your back.

It was for you, Jake. All of it.

It was always for you.

I really miss Mom and Dad.

Me, too.

Me, too.

Call Molly.

Call her, man.

Tell her how you feel.

I'm gonna go run some errands.

Hey, Jake.

Yeah?

Thanks, little brother.

Hey, Joel?

Yeah?

Go get 'em, Tiger.

Hey, Jake?

Yeah?

Thanks.

Joel, one last thing.

What's up?

Thanks.

Jake!

Yo.

Thanks.

Okay, I'm lost. What's going on?

Basically he sold the tire

swing to feed his brother.

I get that, but what does it

have to do with the two of you?

Um, I think the idea is that

- after they meet up...

- Right.

they both realize, you

know, how short life is.

And so the brother told him to

call her to say he was sorry.

And then he went and ran errands.

Is it something like that?

Yeah. Sure. Whatever you want.

So I called her right away.

Hello?

Hey, Molly, it's Joel.

How's it going?

Hi.

Uh, look, I wanted to

call you and apologize

for the way that I behaved the other

night. I've learned that my inability to

follow through on my

dream coffee shop

is a metaphor for my inability to

follow through on my romantic life.

Listen, I wanna clear something

up before we go any further.

I really appreciate your

apology about the other night,

but why did you come over to my store

and then leave without coming in?

- I did come in, but I couldn't find you.

- Oh, Really?

I came there to apologize to you,

- because I was a jerk.

- Oh.

Okay, good. Well, good.

Molly, are you free

for dinner tonight?

Sure.

Wanda, I really like

this guy, Joel,

but I just don't know

if he's the one.

I mean, I wish there was some

sort of sign that proved it.

Well, how about this?

When you meet up with him

tonight, change the way you look.

Just a tiny little bit. But if he notices,

then that's how you'll know he's the one.

Oh.

Change the way I look

and see if he notices.

Wanda, thank you. You're the best.

You are.

No.

I just felt like I

was gettin' a vibe.

- Hey.

- Hi, there.

You look different.

Really? You think so?

You've got Groucho glasses on.

You noticed.

Of course. You must have gone to

a gag store or something, huh?

You're something.

Come on, let's eat.

Bonjour. May I take your coat?

No, thank you. I'll keep mine.

We're okay.

Well, in that case,

may I then suggest you try the

greasy diner on Columbus and 67th.

I think you will find their cuisine

and service up to your standards.

Boy, does that guy have a

pole up his ass or what?

Yeah.

Watch out, Joel! He does!

Care to hear our specials?

That's not necessary.

I'm feeling adventurous tonight.

Surprise me.

What? Really?

You're willing to just throw

caution to the wind like that?

Sure.

Very well, madame. For

the fish, we have...

Uh, wait! Whatever

it is, I'll have it.

Very good, madame.

And for monsieur?

I'll have the steak plate.

Molly, really, you don't even

need to hear what the fish is?

I'm sure.

I am more sure of this decision

than anything ever

in my entire life.

Who are you?

A steak for monsieur,

and for madame, the stinky

doo-doo fish special.

Dinner was great, Molly. I agree.

Well, this is me.

And this is me.

I mean, this is me.

This is where I live.

I know. And this is where I live.

And it's where you

live, too. With me.

Oh, Joel...

Look, I'm just gonna throw my cards

out on the table,

really go for broke.

I had a great time tonight.

Would you like to go for a

burrito sometime with me?

No. I'm sorry, no. I wouldn't.

Oh, wow, I wasn't expecting

that. That's harsh.

It came out wrong. I just

don't like Mexican food.

I'm sorry.

You're sorry? Thought

you were Joel.

- Actually, Joel is my middle name.

- Sorry is your first name?

Billy is my first name.

Your name is Billy Joel?

Hmm... I never really thought about

that before, but yeah. I guess it is.

I should probably get going.

Have a good night.

- Bye now.

- Wait...

Yeah!

If you wanna come up,

uh, you know, you can.

Shh.

Don't say another word.

I would love to come upstairs.

Keep going.

Where's your sister?

She and Tucker went fly-fishing.

They won't be back until tomorrow.

Thirsty.

Oh!

Whoo!

Wow, what a terrific song!

Is there anywhere we

can get our own copy?

Oh, all the Internet download

services will have it, I-tones...

- Rhapsory.

- Amasong.

Svandorga.

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