Talia:
Huh, should we try asking them? What if they actually allow us?
Selby:
Trying that is good, but if that doesn't work, we'll need to find someone who can go with us.
Calla:
Yeah, I'll try talking to my cousin Jane — she's already 20 — but I know she's going on a tour soon.
Talia:
Tour? Where?
Calla:
She's just tired of her daily routine, so she planned a tour to refresh herself. She's even visiting the Harry Potter studio and all…
Talia:
That's so cool. Ugh, why are we just 16…
Selby:
Just wait two more years, Tal. You'll be 18 soon.
Talia:
Yeah, but what if I die before that?
Selby:
Tal?? (with an angry stare)
Talia:
I'm just saying practically, we can't predict anything. Anything could happen.
Selby:
Okay then, stop being so practical.
Calla:
Guys, stop now. It's already late — we should leave. We'll talk about this on chat.
(At that moment, Talia's phone rings — it's her mom.)
Mrs. Caldwell:
Hello?
Talia:
Hello, Mom.
Mrs. Caldwell:
Talia, I'm not coming home tonight. I have to stay overnight for work.
Talia:
Ohh… Mom, if it's possible, can I call Selby and Calla over to stay with me tonight?
Mrs. Caldwell:
Okay, why not — but you three better not make too much noise and sleep on time.
Talia:
Thank you, Mom.
(Call ends.)
Talia:
So, will you both stay over tonight? My mom isn't coming home.
Selby:
I'll ask my parents and let you know. But even if they say yes, I'll need to go home and grab my night suit.
Calla:
Same here.
Talia:
Okay, you two go home, have dinner too, and I'll think about what we can do at night.
Selby:
Do you have dinner ready at home? If not, you can come with me and eat.
Talia:
No worries, I have food.
Selby:
Okay.
Calla:
So, let's leave, Sel.
(They eat, drink, sing songs together, and enjoy the night with pure fun and laughter.)
(They all laugh tiredly and get into bed. Talia turns off the music.)
Selby:
This was the best! I can't even remember the last time we had this much fun.
Calla:
Exactly! We really needed this break.
Talia:
Yeah… everything changed after I turned 14. My Dad was gone… Me and Mom shifted to this house.
Selby:
Yeah… then we shifted too because my Mom wanted to live closer to her company. Our meetups became so rare. We just chatted sometimes, then school started taking over. Our sleepovers just vanished. We only met on 31st July, and even that wasn't always certain. Plus, we all got busy with studies as we grew up.
Calla:
Hey guys, you don't need to be sad. Not everything has changed — we're still together. Our bond is still strong, and even now we're doing things together like this research. So don't be sad, okay?
Talia:
Yeah… after my Mom and Dad, you two are the only ones I love this much.
(They hugged each other tightly. It felt warm and comforting, like all their sadness was melting away. For a moment, it was just the three of them — together, safe, and happy.)
Calla:
Let's take a selfie in the name of our friendship!
Talia:
Yessssss!
(They took so many selfies — some funny, some good, all full of memories.)
(After taking countless selfies, they sat back on the bed, scrolling through the pictures and laughing at their silly faces.)
Selby:
Look at this one, Tal — your face looks like you saw a ghost!
Talia:
Hey! That was my happy face!
(They all burst out laughing.)
(Gradually, their laughter turned into yawns. The room felt warmer, quieter — just the soft sound of the fan above them.)
Selby:
I'm feeling sleepy now…
Calla:
Yeah… me too…
Talia:
Let's sleep… Good night girlss.
Calla and Selby (together):
Good nighttt!
(They cuddled up in the blanket together, the comfort of friendship wrapping around them like a second layer. Slowly, their eyes closed, and the room fell into a peaceful silence.)
Morning
(Calla's phone was ringing, but all three girls were still asleep.)
Talia:
Something is ringing…
(Selby wakes up, looking around groggily.)
Selby:
Cal, your phone is ringing. Wake up.
Calla:
What?
(Selby hands her the phone.)
Selby:
It's Jane calling, Cal.
(Calla sits up and answers the call.)
Calla:
Hello?
Jane:
Hey, Calla! Are you still sleeping or what?
Calla:
Huh?
Jane:
Ahh, leave it! Would you come with me today? I want to buy a Mexican dress since I'm heading to Mexico first. Tomorrow I am leaving.
Calla (shouts):
Mexico??
(Talia and Selby wake up with a start from her shouting.)
Jane (on call):
Yes! Mexico — actually, around the Gulf of Mexico. There's going to be a cruise that circles it, stopping at a few coastal cities. That's why I want to buy a dress for the trip. So, are you coming with me to shop?
Calla:
Hello? Hello, Jane? I can't hear you!
(Calla pretends and cuts the call.)
Calla:
Guys! I have good news for you both!
Talia:
What?
Calla:
Jane is going on a cruise tomorrow, around the Gulf of Mexico. The cruise will stop at some islands.
Talia:
So?
Selby:
Don't you get it? Maybe the cruise will stop at that magical island we saw on the map! And even if it doesn't, it'll still stop at some nearby islands — from there, we can figure out a way to reach it.
Calla:
Exactly!
Talia:
Then ask Jane if we can come with her!
Calla:
Yes!
(Calla calls Jane.)
Calla:
Hello, Jane. Can I come with you?
Jane:
Yes! I wanted you to come, that's why I called and asked you.
Calla:
That's great! But I won't come alone — my two besties will come too.
Jane:
Okay, that'll be even better for me! I'll get three opinions on which dress I should choose.
Calla:
Dress? No, no Jane, I'm not talking about the dress. I meant — can we come with you on the Mexico cruise? We're all bored.
Jane:
Ohh, that? Hmm…
Calla:
Jane, what?
Jane:
Okay, you can come — but will your parents allow it? If they do, I have no problem. But you'll have to come with me today to buy the dress.
Calla (excitedly):
Oh yes! Why not? Don't worry about our parents — we'll handle that.
Jane:
Okay then, I have no problem.
(Calla hangs up the call.)
Talia:
Okay, it's 11:30. My mom will be home by 1 PM, I'll ask her then.
Calla:
Yes, I'll go home and ask my parents too.
Selby:
Same here. Let's get up now.
Calla:
By the way, text on the group chat what your parents say.
Talia and Selby:
Yes, of course!
Scene shifts to Calla's house
Calla:
Mom, Dad, I wanted to ask something… Jane is going on a cruise to Mexico tomorrow, and she invited me along. Can I go with her? Please!
Mr. Everhart:
A cruise to Mexico? With Jane?
Calla:
Yes, and Talia and Selby might come too! Jane is 20, she'll take care of us. Pleaseee!
Mrs. Everhart:
Hmm… I'll talk to Jane first, and if everything sounds safe, then okay. But you'll have to promise to stay careful.
Calla:
Promise! Thank you so much!
Scene shifts to Selby's house
Selby:
Mom, Dad, can I ask you something? My friend Jane is going on a Mexico cruise tomorrow and she's taking us along. Calla and Talia are coming too.
Mrs. Thorn:
Is this Jane trustworthy? I don't want you going somewhere unsafe.
Selby:
Yes! She's Calla's cousin and she's responsible. She'll take care of us.
Mr. Thorn:
Hmm… okay, if Jane is handling it, and Calla's parents are okay too, then you can go. But keep your phone on at all times.
Selby:
Thank you!! I'll keep you updated, promise!
Scene shifts to Talia's house
Talia:
Mom, I wanted to ask… Jane, Calla's cousin, is taking a cruise to Mexico tomorrow, and she invited us. Can I go with Calla and Selby?
Mrs. Caldwell:
Mexico? That's far! Are you sure this is safe?
Talia:
Yes Mom! Jane is 20 and she's super careful. Plus, Calla and Selby will be with me.
Mrs. Caldwell:
Hmm… I'll talk to Calla's mom first. If she's allowing Calla and is sure about Jane, then I'll agree too.
Talia:
Okay, thanks Mom!
(All the girls on chat.)
Calla:
My parents said yes!
Selby:
Mine too.
Talia:
My mom talked with Calla's mom, and she said yes!
Calla:
Yay! So it's confirmed — we're going to Mexico!
Selby:
I still can't believe it… it's actually happening!
Talia:
Yeah! And this time, it's not just a plan, it's real!
Selby:
By the way, girls, where are we going to meet?
Calla:
Oh yes! I forgot to ask Jane about that. I'll ask her and message you both.
Talia:
Yeah, do that soon. I'm excited already!
Selby:
Same here, it's going to be fun!
Calla:
Don't worry, I'll update you both.
Talia:
So let's meet tomorrow. Byee!
Calla:
Bye!
Selby:
Yeah, bye!
(The chat ends with all three smiling, imagining the trip ahead.)