INCOMING CALL FROM "NEEDY"...

"Hey, you've reached Tom. I'm either out with Tessa or crazy busy at the minute so leave a message at the tone and I'll get back to you!"

BRAM: Hey Tom, I saw the article and god, that was such a shitty and unfair thing of them to do and out you like that. Fuck, it should've been your choice when to tell everyone. I know Z told you I have news, but look that can wait alright? That's the least of your worries right now.

BEEP.

BRAM: I just want you to know you can talk to me about this, okay? I know everything is about to change and I'm gonna help you through it but you've got to talk to me. Just call me back, please.

BEEP.

BRAM: I'm worried about you and I need to know you're okay. Okay? Whatever time and I'll answer, I promise. Call me back, Tommy. Please don't shut me out.

END OF PART ONE.

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