Quotes From An Epilogue To Alistair's Narrative

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The scene takes place when Alistair and Colin are in the back of the police car after being caught trying to climb the Buckingham palace fence. These are Alistair’s thoughts when he is heading home. (Alistair sits on the seat all tensed up, head in his hands, staring forlornly at the ground).

Oh no not cold baked beans again! What was I thinking? Helping Colin in one of his hair brain schemes again. (His tone changes from being worried to being angry). I knew it! It was a stupid plan trying to get into Buckingham palace. I told him! But why would he listen to me? No one does! Not even my own god damn parents. This just gives them even more of a reason to boss me around. (Puts on annoying voice and imitates his parents) Do this Alistair,

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