One night Darry had to go out for a business meeting, and Soda and Steve were out with their girlfriends. Darry needed a babysitter for Ponyboy, Johnny, and you, since Johnny was still in a bit of trouble for killing that Soc and the fuzz said someone had to keep an eye on him, and Ponyboy and you were just kids. Darry tried to call Two-Bit, but he was at a party, so unfortunately, the only option was Dallas.

Darry called him over without telling him why and said, “Thanks for agreeing to look after them, Dallas, I’ll see you at ten!” and went out the door without giving Dally a chance to reply.

“What? Hey! Aw, you’ve gotta be kiddin’ me!” Dally cried as he glared at the three of you, who didn’t seem too pleased about this either.