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Friend Says 'I Beg,' Immediately Followed By Large Request

This is satire. Characters and scenarios are fictional. Any resemblance to real persons, statements, or events is used for commentary and entertainment purposes.

EAST LEGON — Opening a Thursday evening conversation with the phrase ‘I beg, my guy,’ 28-year-old Yaw Darko proceeded to ask his friend for the use of a vehicle, accommodation for three nights, and the phone number of a mutual contact’s cousin.

The situation continues to develop.