"I'm coming home for Christmas! Doesn't it sound amazing!" I yelled into the phone
"And just in time for the Tecna and Timster's engagement party " said Brandon
"I've missed the girls so much! I missed the guys too! It's sad that I only get to see them in the holidays!" I said
"Who told you, to move to New York in the first place Flora!" said Brandon while laughing
"Honestly, I wanted to try something new? I miss Gardenia! I miss the house, I miss everything" I said while laughing
"Well anyways, I'll pick you up at the airport" said Brandon
"You don't even know when I'm landing?" I said while laughing
"3.45PM I bought you the plane ticket? now bye I have to run now!" said Brandon
"I know, I know! Lopez Enterprises doesn't run by itself" I said
"You got that right lil sis" said Brandon while laughing
He hung up, and then I went on with my packing! Boy was my brother going to get the shock of his life, when he finds out that I'm not coming home for Christmas only! I'm coming home for GOOD. I managed to finish packing 2 of my suitcases, the rest will be send to Brandon's address in Gardenia. I can't believe that I'm seeing all of my friends again, and I'm seeing Helia again! Problem is Helia doesn't even know I exist? Every time I come to Gardenia, I try to get his attention but I always fail. Maybe he just sees me as his best friend's stupid little sister! Helia is also Brandon's co-worker at the company, so they're always together! But as mentioned before, I don't exist in his world.
I took my bags, and put them in the hallway. I looked at my surroundings, this was the last time I was ever going to be in this apartment. I took my suitcases and went out the door. I took the elevator, and went down to the lobby with my things.
"So you're leaving sugar" said Janice my landlady
"Yes, I guess the big apple wasn't for me anyways" I said while handing her the apartment keys
"I'm sending the things tomorrow! You'll have them within a couple days I guess" said Janice while laughing
"Cool, I gotta run now! I don't want to miss my flight" I yelled as I ran out the building
I hailed over a cab, and got in! After driving for about 10 minutes I reached JFK. I jumped out of the cab, paid the driver and ran towards into the airport! And half an hour later, I was sitting in the plane. Brandon got me a killer seat on the plane, first class! I was going home with style. After flying for around 4 hours, I finally landed in Gardenia. I got off the plane, got my suitcases and went out of the airport.
"BRANDON!" I yelled as I ran towards my brother
"Hi Flora" said Brandon as he hugged me, and took my bags
"Why do you look so fancy today" I said while referring to him wearing a suit
"I can't show up to work wearing a snapback and a hoodie?" said Brandon while laughing
"Sorry! CEO OF LOPEZ ENTERPRISES!" I yelled
I followed him to his car, and we got in and then drove off to his house.
"So how's NY?" said Brandon
"Big" I said while laughing
"Really? I didn't know" said Brandon while laughing
"Stop being so sarcastic" I said as I hit his arm
We pulled up to his driveway, and I saw his mansion! God I loved spending my holidays here with my brother, I ran out the car and into the mansion. Everything was the same, the crème colored and gold walls, the paintings, everything was just perfect. I ran up the stairs and into my room. I threw myself on my king sized bed, and Brandon came into my room with my suitcases. He went into the walk-in closet and placed them there.
"Flo, get dressed? Tecna's party is in a hour, and we gotta be there on time!" said Brandon
"It's 6.00PM, can I at least eat first?" I said
"You can eat at the party" said Brandon
"But" I said
"Flora Mariana Lopez" said Brandon while laughing
"Fine, but don't ever use my full-name again! You know I hate that" I yelled at while throwing a pillow at him
"Chill man" said Brandon as he left my room
I went into my walk-in closet, and found a short sleeve figure fitted red midi-dress. I put it on, and then I put on my black pumps, and then a black diamond necklace. I pulled my hair into a side braid, put on some light make-up and then I applied some red lipstick to finish my look. I found a black clutch, and put all my stuff in it. I put on my black coat and then ran down the stairs, and Brandon waited by the end of the staircase in his crisp black suit.
"Brandon Lopez, such a gentlemen! Waiting for his little sister to come down" I said while laughing
"You may be 20, but I'm still watching over you! Plus who's gonna drive you?" said Brandon while laughing
"You're a year older than me, don't make yourself sound 5 years older fool! And I could always take a cab" I said as I hit his arm
"New York has changed you" said Brandon while laughing
"Ha,ha very funny" I said
"So are we gonna walk or take the car? Cause the place is just around the corner" said Brandon
"The car, I just finished my make-up! I'm not going out in the snow" I said
"Girls, I'll never understand them" said Brandon as we walked out to the car
"One of the many reasons, why you're still single" I said while laughing
"Yeah, single.." said Brandon as we got into the car
The car ride was quit, Brandon was focused on driving and I was daydreaming about Helia. I haven't seen him since I spend a week here last summer! I hope he will notices me this time.
"Earth to Flora, we're here" said Brandon as he parked the car
We got out, and went into the big ball room! Wow Tec sure went all in with this, party. They had a Christmas theme, there was a big Christmas tree and gifts surrounding the tree! Everything looked like a winter wonderland.
"Flora! Brandon!" screamed Stella as she ran towards us
"Stella" I yelled as I hugged her
"I've missed you so much Flora it's unbelievable! I've been shopping my butt off every time I thought of you! Ps. I have gotten you the best gift for Christmas ever" said Stella
"That's sounds amazing Stella, and I've missed you too" I said while laughing
"Ladies, if you excuse me! I have to go" said Brandon
"Oh you're not going anywhere mister" said Stella as she pulled Brandon closer to her
I just looked them, and before I knew it she kissed him? One of my best friends was kissing my brother? Now that's awkward! But I'm happy for her! She's been crushing on my brother since 3rd grade.
"Well Well.. It took your time to get together" I said while laughing
"So you have nothing against it?" said Brandon while raising a brow
"Now why would I? It's your lives! Plus I'm happy for you guys" I said while laughing
"That's sounds amazing, see Brandon I told you she wouldn't get mad" said Stella as she kissed Brandon's cheek
"The only reason why I'm not mad, is because Brandon's been crushing on you ever since he was in the 6th grade, and you were already in love with him! So I guess it's meant to be, plus I like you" I said while laughing
"NO WAY! You liked me since 6th grade?!" said Stella while laughing
"Ups.. Did I reveal too much info?" I said
"Yeah maybe just a little Flo" said Brandon
"Brandon, running away from work to be with your girl?" said a voice behind us
We all turned around and it was revealed to be Helia that was standing behind us, he was looking so handsome it was unbelievable. I eventually started blushing..
"Ladies, do you mind if I steal this guy" said Helia while smiling
I was too shy to speak, I was just standing there between Stella and Brandon looking like a fool.
"Yeah, but not for too long!" said Stella while laughing
"I like your dress" said Helia as he looked at me
"Me?" I said while being totally confused, he actually spoke to me
"Yes you, I like red" said Helia while laughing
"If I may be excused, I gotta run! He's planning to kill me" said Brandon while running away
"Ladies, hope you'll enjoy the party" said Helia as he ran after Brandon
"Aw, somebody's blushing" said Stella
"He spoke to me?" I said quietly
"Yeah he did? So?" said Stella
"So? he has never done that, he hasn't even looked at me before!" I said
"Wauw, well I better run off too! I want to see if I can find Helia and Brandon not punching the teeth out of each other" said Stella while laughing
"Why would they do that?" I said
"Brandon set Helia up on a date with a girl! Because Brandon thinks it's time for Helia to get a girl! But Helia is not very fond of that idea! So I gotta run" said Stella as she ran off to look after the guys
I went over to the bar and got myself some water. I went over to the girls and guys, greeted everybody! Congratulated Tecna and Timmy on their engagement, and basically we just talked about everything from my life in New York to Blooms new job as a journalist. Brandon eventually came back, with all his teeth thankfully. The party was the bomb! The mood, the food, the amazing feeling of being home and Helia spoke to me! Tecna and Timmy had a wonderful night, as for the rest of the gang! Man I can't wait till the actual wedding. The party was almost over and it was basically just us left, so we decided to help with the cleaning, the DJ put on some good music we all could work to and Sky and Nabu went into a dance-off with their trash bags in their hands! God I missed these crazy people.
"Looks like we're done" said Sky while laughing
"Done, and FYI. I won" said Nabu
"No you didn't" said Sky
"Yes he did" said Riven while laughing
"Honey you can't dance" said Bloom while laughing
"Really?" said Sky
"Yeah, it's bad" said Brandon while laughing
"Just promise us you won't be doing that in public" said Timmy
"Or at our wedding" said Tecna while holding onto Timmy's hand
"I will dance and I promise you I'll be better than Nabu" yelled Sky
"And I'll be your dance instructor" said Layla while laughing
"You are so betraying me" said Nabu
"Nah, I'm just helping a friend out" said Layla as she high-fived Sky
"Looks like I have to bring my camera" said Musa
"Sky my friend, you'll get better" said Helia while laughing
"Subject CHANGE! We all know who's gonna design your wedding gown right?" said Stella
"Vera Wang?" said Bloom
"No,No! It gotta be Sherri Hill" said Musa
"NO! She's having a Ines Di Santos gown" said Layla
"Girls,girls! I was thinking more Pronovias or Marchesa" I said while laughing
Stella just looked at us, with the most betrayed look on her face! She looked like bambi.
"NO! Guess who girls" said Tecna
"Oh I know?" said Layla
"Me 2" said Musa
"Me 3" said Bloom while laughing
"STELLA SOLARIA!" I yelled
"You girls are, the meanest persons ever" said Stella while laughing
"Of course you're doing my dress, it would be illogical if someone else did it" said Tecna while laughing
"I'd kill you if you did betray me" said Stella
"Trust me she's capable of that" I said
We finished up, and everybody went home. In the car Brandon and I were talking about work and stuff till he finally told me something I didn't expect.
"You got to be kidding me" I said
"I'm sorry but I have too" said Brandon as he pulled up to the car way
"That's why you've been so nice to me today!" I said
"Aren't I nice always?" said Brandon
"Yes, but you were a little too nice" I said
"Sorry.." said Brandon
"BUT WHY! There's 2 days till Christmas" I said
"Flora I know, but I have too! I promise you I'll be there Christmas Eve" said Brandon as he got out of the car and into the house
I followed him, and got into the house and slammed the door.
"What was that for" said Brandon
"Seriously you're like the worst brother ever" I said
"Why?" said Brandon
"I came all the way from New York to spend my holiday with my favorite brother" I said
"Your only brother" said Brandon while laughing
"Brandon! You know I hate to be alone" I said
"Well you won't" said Brandon
"I won't?" I said
"Yes" said Brandon while smiling
"Is mom and dad coming?!" I said while getting excited
"No, they couldn't make it! So they're still in LA" said Brandon
"What.. I'm getting confused?" I said while laughing
"Chris, Madeline, Mackenzie is coming" said Brandon while laughing
"WHAT?!" I yelled
"Yeah aunt H is bringing them over, and then she'll be off to Bahamas with uncle Ben" said Brandon
Aunt Helen is our mothers little sister, and our youngest aunt she's like 32 and has 3 kids! Chris is 8 years old, and the twins Maddie and Mackenzie are 6 years old. She's apparently going on kids-free vacation with her husband, and we're the ones babysitting them.
"The last time those kids came I cried" I said
"You cried because you lost Chris in the park" said Brandon while laughing
"NO! You lost him" I yelled
"Come on Flo, they're your cousins and you love them" said Brandon
"Aunt Helen doesn't even know I was coming! So she asked you to do it, and now you're throwing your babysitting job on me" I said
"Technically yeah?" said Brandon
"Brandon Lopez I'm expecting a big Christmas gift from you, and bring something for the kids" I said
"I will, thank you Flo you're the bomb" said Brandon while hugging
"If you weren't my brother, and they weren't my cousins I would have said no" I said while laughing
"I know, I wanted to ask Stella to watch them if you didn't want to" said Brandon
"Have you lost your mind?" I said as I hit his head
"OW! Why?" said Brandon
"She would have lost all 3 kids, if she watched them" I said
"Anyways, go to sleep they'll be here 10.00AM tomorrow! So we have to set the room up for the girls and Chris room too before they come!" said Brandon
"Cool, then goodnight" I said as I walked up the stairs
"Night" said Brandon as he went into the kitchen
"I can't believe you're still hungry? It's 2AM" I yelled from upstairs
"I needed a snack" yelled Brandon from the kitchen while laughing
I went into my room, undressed, washed out the all the make-up on my face! Then put on my hello kitty night pants and my white t-shirt. I threw myself onto my bed, and fell asleep instantly! Boy was tomorrow going to be crazy, but in the end it's the kind of crazy I've missed in my life since I moved to NY.