I was awaken by the sound of the alarm clock that I set up that night. It was seven in the morning when I found out that day's James' birthday. Of course I wouldn't greet him through a message, it's not in my personality. So I prepared a meal, took a shower, ate breakfast, and then hurried outside to go buy a gift. I knew my other sibling's favorites, but James was an odd one. He never had a favorite, not even a favorite color or food. He just went with the flow every day without complaining or liking. So I thought of what to give him as a gift. Foods were out of options, since it's a party. I don't know how to pick clothes, especially if it's a gift. Accessories weren't my thing, too, so I only thought what is useful to him. I went to the hardware store and bought him a gift, then some airspray paint to write him a birthday message. I went back to the house, colored my gift, and wrote "Be a good leader and a follower" on it. Night came, and I received a message from James teeling me where was the venue.
I went to the city once again, and arrived at a hotel. Since I only wore shorts and slippers, it was awkward to flock with the guests who were wearing formal clothes. I looked for James, and spotted him talking with his guests at a table. I welcomed him a happy birthday and pat his back. Then one of the guests said, "Is this, James, your friend? Such a big party, but he only wears casually.". James replied, "Sorry, but this is my older brother, and I can't stand watching you badmouthing him.". I simply spoke, "It's okay, James. I won't be here for long. I will just give you this gift, then I will be on my way.". I handed James my gift, told him another lesson, then went outside. I didn't went back home, instead I hid in James' car, since I had his spare keys, and I knew something good was about to happen. After the party was finished at midnight, and all the guests went back home, I woke up after taking a short nap and spotted James and one of his guests talking outside. I stalked at them, until they walked past an alley. There, I saw ten thugs walking behind me. They patted my back and said, "Divided we stand.". I then replied, "United we fall.".
James was a sociable guy. He joined a youth group, business groups, and was a leader of his own gang. Since I helped him a many times strengthening his skills in leadership, he made me the only honorary member and gave me that code. When the thugs accompanied me to James, I saw him inside of an old building, standing near a beat- up guy sitting on a chair cuffed, the same guy who "insulted" me. James said, "Sorry Bro, I'm still not good at picking friends.". I replied, "It's okay. I'm not even affected by that guy. Just control your temper next time.". He nodded and called one of his brethen to hand him a pipe. I said, "Well, well. You're using my gift already?". He chuckled and said, "Might as well try this baby.". I simply smiled, waved him and that guy goodbye, and exited through the building. Then James talked to the guy,
"Well, it is rude not giving you a parting gift after a party, right.".