"It's rumor central out there, isn't it?" Shawn sighs. "Please tell me it's at least something adventurous that includes me, a street gang and me winning. Not? Thought so."

He pushes a strand of hair. It's not long enough to stick behind his ear, though and naturally falls right back. He scowls.

"It wasn't supposed to be a big deal, it was just... I didn't want to look like an idiot, I mean, this date would have gone pretty badly, I kinda had to step it up." He drums on the small table space in front of him. "I... borrowed a car. With full intention of bringing it back! I mean, I don't even like cars that much, you know I dig my motorcycle."

Shawn leans back, heavily. "Dad arrested me."