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Summary

The web content describes an invitation to a peculiar meeting, prompting the protagonist to prepare for the unexpected encounter by enlisting the help of their friend Gail, who is enthusiastic about joining due to her interest in true crime.

Abstract

The protagonist receives a mysterious letter proposing a 6pm meeting and detailing the sender's preference for a McDonald's breakfast, which piques their interest in this creative and hungry individual. Recalling self-defense training, the protagonist arms themselves with a Wii nunchuck and contacts Gail, a robust friend with a colorful obi and a penchant for true crime stories. Gail, who has affectionately called the protagonist "Dollface" since childhood, eagerly agrees to accompany them to the meeting. The content also provides navigation options for readers to engage with the ongoing story, including purchasing the requested McDonald's meal, going with just Gail and a nunchuck, or packing snacks and bringing along Gail and her Sensei. Additionally, there is an invitation for readers to contribute to the story by submitting the next chapter.

Opinions

  • The protagonist's decision to bring a nunchuck suggests a mix of humor and caution regarding the unusual meeting.
  • Gail's quick agreement to help indicates a strong friendship and shared excitement for unusual and potentially dangerous situations.
  • The author, Jennifer J. McDougall, encourages reader interaction and investment in the story by allowing them to submit their own chapters, showing a collaborative approach to storytelling.
  • The use of humor in the description of Gail, comparing her to a dumpster and her obi to the Pride flag, conveys a light-hearted and playful narrative tone.
  • The inclusion of a true crime element, as well as the self-defense preparations, adds a layer of intrigue and suspense to the narrative.

#OngoingAdventure: Take A Friend Along

You’ll meet this weirdo but not without back-up

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Who sends a letter asking you to meet at 6pm outlining their McDonald’s breakfast of choice? How can you resist meeting such a creative, hungry soul?

But you recall your university self-defense course and you grab the nunchuck from your Wii and call your friend Gail. Built like a dumpster she has more colors on her obi than the Pride flag.

“Hey, Gail, are you free this evening?” you politely ask, trying to soak your words in the sweet sound of manipulation.

“Why, what’s up, Dollface?” She has called you that since you met in grade school. After her brother left a doll-head-shaped indent on your cheek when you tried to steal his favorite self-soothing sleep aide.

You explain the situation, relying on the fact that her addiction to true crime will be heightened and her interest to assist piqued.

“Why, of course, I’ll help you out!” she nearly shouts in excitement. She probably already has one leg in her judogi and is likely halfway to her rusty Rav4.

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Options:

👉Stop to buy the requested McDonald’s meal

👉Take nothing but Gail and a nunchuk

👉Pack a few snacks and head out with Gail and her Sensei

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© Jennifer J. McDougall 2021

Ongoing Adventure
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