I came downstairs to see Mr. Weird looking very angry. The reason my ex-boyfriend Arden was here. The others were overexcited. This infuriated him enough to punch the wall. I hugged Arden and he kissed my hand in a gentlemanly fashion. Weird scoffed at this cheesy tactic but I loved it. He took my hand and escorted me to the kitchen where he cooked my favorite beef stew, buttery flaky biscuits. We sat down in the garden to reminisce about the good old days and figure out why we broke up with each other. My siblings teasingly call him dad.
We came back in and saw that GG was planning something. It was time to plan where we go for the annual family leisure trip. We would each give our pitch and then we will choose where to go. Benji wanted to go to Trinidad, Sasha wanted to go to Ukraine but I pitched the Maldives. I recalled going there with mom and dad before they died. I saw a real mermaid cove, I saw the glowing planktons and spend time feeding friendly sharks with my hands without the fear of losing my hand. Everyone applauded to give their approval. We came to an agreement that we will go in December. Weird stood in the back with this bizarre look like he wished he could join us but had to govern himself not to.
I smiled at him and he looked at me with pure love.
Arden left after he promised to take me to Aspen where I can have all sorts of fun. Weird came out of nowhere. "Exactly how many vacations do you have in a year? When do you work?" I smiled, "That's classified!" He stepped aside and gave me a nod. I reached the library to see the triplets arranging the charity ball. I never go there but this year I made a promise to go there and meet the people whose lives I have touched. I was told to wear something conservative but I decided to wear something that I am comfortable with. I wore a suit.
We reached the ball where Arden received me and I was met with a crowd of people who were eager to thank me. They wished me long life and prosperity. I blushed a deep shade of red as I got up to give a speech
"Hello everyone! I am happy to see such a cherishing and kind crowd. I am pleased to announce that this year we have raised triple the previous amount which means children without finances will be able to get medical treatment, a decent education and we can find them families who are sincerely looking for someone special to brighten their world. I am pleased to inform you that last year we were able to find families for over 2 million children and help 1.5 million children with their education and 3 million people with financial difficulties got the medical they rightfully deserve.
One other thing I would like to share before Alistair grabs the mike. I am pleased to announce the initiation of the internship program to ensure that girls who join my company would be able to enjoy the working experience without the fear of sexual harassment or violation of any shape or form. They would step out to be productive young women who will shape the future." This earned a standing ovation from the crowd. I curtsied and walked towards Arden but Weird got in my way and I had to sit with boring Mr. Brody. I was so bored that I was going to fall asleep when Arden lightly shook me to make sure I was awake. I asked Alastair if I could be excused he made me wait for an hour before he said I could leave. Arden dragged me out to the back where his Ninja was waiting for me. He gave me the keys and hopped on behind me. He didn't look the least bit emasculated. We drove for half an hour till we found the diner where we first met. We ordered the usual and enjoyed a laugh. He knows how to make me laugh. His cheesiest line has always been, "Of all the smiles I have seen yours is the most beautiful."