The Angry Washing Machine

    By Kevin1230san Stewart

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    09 Oct, 2023

    Kevin Stewart was awakened by the piercing ring of his phone. Groggily, he picked it up only to be greeted by the harsh voice of a bill collector. He was informed that a repo man would be at his place soon to repossess his washing machine.

    Kevin was enraged. He retorted that he would defile the machine before letting it go. The collector scoffed at his threat and hung up, leaving Kevin stewing in his anger.

    That afternoon, the repo man arrived. He was met with a hostile Kevin who argued fiercely over the legality of repossessing his washing machine.

    The situation escalated quickly. Unable to contain his anger, Kevin grabbed the repo man's hand truck and flung it towards him.

    Just then, Kevin's roommate, Momo Kawashima, intervened. She offered to help the repo man load the machine onto his truck.

    This infuriated Kevin even more. He stormed back into the house, slamming the door behind him. Momo sighed, apologizing to the repo man for Kevin's behavior.

    Later that evening, Momo decided to take a swim. But as she approached the pool, she found Kevin washing their clothes in it.

    Momo approached him cautiously. Kevin was still fuming, but he helped Momo haul the improvised washing machine out of the pool.

    Just then, their friend, Miho Nishizumi, came over. She was all set to join Momo for a swim, unaware of the day's events.

    Miho noticed the pile of clothes and the stains on Kevin's underwear. She playfully pointed it out, unknowingly adding fuel to Kevin's anger.

    Kevin's rage reached its boiling point. In a fit of fury, he grabbed a pool noodle and swung it at Miho and Momo. They ducked just in time, their laughter turning into gasps.

    "Kevin, calm down!" Momo pleaded. But Kevin was beyond reasoning. His face was red, and his eyes seethed with anger.

    Miho, realizing the seriousness of the situation, tried to defuse the tension. She suggested they should all cool off and try to find a solution together.

    Ignoring her, Kevin stormed off, leaving a trail of wet clothes behind him. Momo and Miho exchanged worried glances. They knew they had to do something.

    They decided to approach Kevin once he had calmed down. They spent the rest of the evening cleaning up the mess Kevin had left behind.

    The next day, Kevin was nowhere to be seen. His room was empty, and his car was gone. Momo and Miho were worried. Where could he have gone?

    Momo tried calling Kevin, but his phone was switched off. They had no choice but to wait and hope that he would return.

    Hours turned into days, but there was no sign of Kevin. The house felt eerily quiet without his presence. Momo and Miho could only hope for the best.

    A week later, a letter arrived. It was from Kevin. He apologized for his behavior and mentioned that he had moved out. He needed some time alone to sort things out.

    Momo and Miho were relieved. They wished Kevin well and hoped that he would find the peace he was seeking. They missed him but understood his need for solitude.

    Life without Kevin was different, but they managed. They missed his humor and his unpredictable nature. His absence was deeply felt, but they were hopeful for his return.

    Months passed. One day, they received a call. It was Kevin. He sounded different, more at peace. He thanked them for their understanding and promised to visit soon.

    Kevin's call brought a sense of closure. They were thrilled to hear that he was doing well. They eagerly awaited his visit, excited to see their friend again.

    The day Kevin visited, the house was filled with laughter again. He was different, calmer. His experience had changed him, but he was still the same Kevin they knew and loved.

    They spent the day reminiscing about old times and catching up. Kevin's visit was a reminder that no matter the disagreements and misunderstandings, true friendships endure.

    Momo and Miho continued their lives, knowing Kevin was alright. They learned valuable lessons about understanding, patience, and the power of friendship.

    The Angry Washing Machine