I took a deep breath while staring out the car window. Watching the sunset has always calmed me down. I, Gregory Daniel Anderson, have the unfortunate opportunity to visit my cousin Melvin for the whole summer, for the first time. Instead of having Melvin visit, as usual. My mom and aunt, to my displeasure, decided me staying over would be good for the two of us. My mom seems to think, I would be able to meet some good friends during my stay. I doubt that will happen! Even if I do make friends, I doubt I could make long distance friendships work!
I took another deep breath as I wonder how I would be able to tolerate Melvin for this long. I don't hate Melvin, but his behavior is very annoying. He would always act rude and gross for my tastes. I never did enjoy many of the gross things boys my aged liked to do. Not to say I enjoyed the things girls did to remain clean either, Besides the bare basics, of course. Hopefully, Melvin has changed and became much more tolerable, but I am not holding my breath.
"Excited to see cousin Melvin again dear?" my mom asks me while shaking me from my thoughts.
"Yes, I guess. It has been a long time," I responded honestly.
While I doubt Melvin has changed, I can't help but feel excited. Even though I think it's a waste of time to make friends, the idea of a new place to explore, just makes me excited. I always was a curious kid ready to explore, In excitement, The whole wide world!
"I know you and Melvin have never seen eye to eye dear, but perhaps you two could try to buy the hatchet," she responded.
I am willing to give that a shot, but I knew Melvin likely isn't willing to make peace. I guess I could give it a shot and if I fail at least I tried!
"Ok mom! I will give it a try," I said.
"That's my boy," she responded smiling.
I looked back through the widow to find it started to rain, calming me down. I closed my eyes as I wonder what would wait for me when we arrive.
"Looks like we are almost here dear. Are you sure you can handle his?" she asks me concerned.
"I think I am old enough to," I responded.
"Not exactly what I meant dear. Age has nothing on experience and it's your first time," she responded.
"If I don't do it how would I get experience," I countered.
"Well put dear. You always were great at arguing," she said conceding my point.
"It's not that hard if you think," I simply stated.
"Yeah but some people can't think well on their feet and make connections like you can. You are smarter than others your age. Don't let it go to waste," she advised.
"I won't mom! I rather be smart than a complete fool," I stated.
"Just don't be a jerk about it", she responded with a smile.
"I won't unless they deserve it.", I retorted, returning the smile.
Suddenly, we arrived at a driveway. As I grabbed my suitcase, my mom turned around and faced me.
"Do you want me to walk you to the door?" She asked concerned.
"No, mom. I can handle it on my own," I answered.
"You grew up much too fast! I still remember when you were in diapers!" she responded smiling.
Feeling embarrassed I snapped, "Mom! Please don't scar me for life or worst make me blind with those mental images." After taking a deep breath, I said, "Seriously, mom! Don't embarrass me like that."
"Sorry sweetie! Well have fun and make some friends,"she responded smiling.
"Ok I will! bye mom!" I responded while moving towards the door.
"Bye. Also try to get a girlfriend!" she responded smirking.
I was too stunned at my mother's statement to respond. I took another deep breath and gave my mom a dirty look.
"Oh that was good. Come on dear! You really need to start to start thinking about relationships!" she stated before laughing.
"Mom! I doubt I will find a girlfriend and even if I do, I doubt I would handle a long distance releationship!" I countered annoyed
"You won't know til you try," she retorted.
"Whatever! Bye," I responded.
"Bye sweetie!" she exclaimed.
I left the car in annoyance at my mother's antics. I doubt a girl here would be interested in me. Knowing Melvin his reputation here must be bad, so being a relative I might be treated with outright hatred, or at least distrust. Well I hope they won't automatically lump me in with Melvin here, or this whole trip will be toture. I reached the door and gave it a knock, while I wonder how this trip will end up. After waiting for a minute, the door opened revealing my aunt. She smiled and gestured for me to come inside.
"Hello, Gregory. How was your trip?" she asked me.
"It was good auntie," I replied.
"Good! Melvin is in the living room, watching his Dragon show or whatever it's called," she said smiling.
"Thanks I'll join him," I responded with a smile while shaking my head in amusement at my aunt's obviousness on the show's title.
I entered the living room, to find Melvin watching Dragon Ball Super with an excited look on his face.
"Look who finally showed up. Hello, Greg! As you can see I started watching Super. It was painful waiting for the english dub," Melvin greeted.
"Still can't stand watching it with subtitles cuz?" I asked with a smile.
"I just can't stand being unable to understand, what is said. I mean no disrespect to the original voice cast!" Melvin explained.
"I understand cuz but you are so behind," I responded.
"I am aware of some of the upcoming stuff! It's almost impossible to avoid spoilers, especially in the internet," Melvin said annoyed.
I took a seat on the couch and saw it was the episode with Vegito, making me extremely excited! I gladly watched in silence, hoping it will be as epic in english. After the episode ended, Melvin walked up to the television and turned it off.
"Well, We should get some sleep. We have a big day ahead of us!" Melvin said with a yawn.
I nodded as I followed him to his room. There was a sleeping bag by his bed, making me annoyed that I have to sleep on the floor. I decided to just deal with it. After unzipping my suitcase and grabbing a toothbrush, I walked into the bathroom to get ready for bed. I am both excited and nervous for tomorrow!