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Braindrop enters his backyard. Sunny day. Green grass. His best friend is waiting for him by a grill.
BD : Hey friend, nice day for grilling, huh?
Best friend looks at Braindrop with a smile. It's clear that they are close.
FD : Absolutely, you finally got all your work wrapped up?
Braindrop chuckles and walks next to his best friend at the grill, food and supplies already gathered.
BD : Nah. I haven't really cared much since I took that year off. Still making enough money though.
FD : Man, I'd be pissed if it was me. You sure you're not going to get in trouble?
BD : It's Patreon. Basically free money. They can't do anything. I'm untouchable.
Best friend starts up the grill and prepares the food. He looks contemplative.
FD : You sure? I'm not a lawyer, but even if they can't sue Patreon, they can sue you. There is a T.O.S. for creator termination.
BD : What you on about? I didn't come out here to talk about my work.
FD : I'm just worried about you. What about that one crazy chick from last year?
BD : Hah. She lost in the long run. All her friends on that website turned on her. Even the mod that was on her side and sent her tips on what was going on banned her. They actually perma-banned her too. I'm not worried about her at all.
Best friend looks a little uncomfortable. Braindrop has a smile on his face.
FD : Well, if you're sure, I suppose I'll drop it. At least you'll be getting Episode 13 out, finally. About time, huh?
BD : Nah. Still working on it. I'm making over $1,000 a week just to make excuses. It's not a life-changing amount of money, but $50,000 a year just from fans is a nice starting point for keeping my head afloat. I'm not worried at all.
FD : And it doesn't bother you that you just keep lying to them? I mean, they are still people. And they pay your bills.
Braindrop looks at his friend harshly.
BD : The world isn't fair. I earned that money. I earned my legacy. You go to any of those sites, and search the ranks, I'm always in the top. Still one of the most popular. Even with all this shit. I'm untouchable, man.
FD : Well, that's from *before* a few years ago, right? Surely your reputation has changed?
BD : Changed? Doesn't matter. Money still rolling in. Even after the last six months, I have nearly 3,000 patrons. I'm going to be fine, and nothing can stop me.
Best friend shifts around, but grills the food.
BD : And if anyone else tries to stand up to me or stop me, I'll bury them just like that stupid trans asian bitch. Nobody fucks with Braindrop. Nobody.