[[Huey POV]]

"I thought I'd never see your ass around here again!" Granddad spoke, referring to Huey, as he placed plates of food down on the small dining room table.

"Well, Granddad, I neva thought you'd still be alive right n- OW!" 21-year-old Riley clutched his head as Granddad gave it a smack on his way to his chair. 23-year-old Huey rolled his eyes at the usual behavior of his family.

"I never thought I'd be back either…" Huey thought to himself as he slowly began to eat. Huey had just gotten back from his 5 years of University in DC, majoring in both African-American studies and English. (A/N: OKAY y'all gotta listen up. I totally bullshitted that part. I know nothing about the Arts. I'm more a business gal. So, if that information is wrong then I'm sorry.) During his last years in highscool, Huey took up a part-time job to save up money and leave Woodcrest. It ended up being successful as he left, and lived in DC for his schooling. He rarely visited Woodcrest but when he did, he made sure to leave within 3 days.

Huey had now successfully graduated university at the top of his class, and decided to come back for the summer. He thought that maybe Granddad's life was slowly perishing, and Huey wanted to be around for his last living moments. But much to his surprise, Granddad seemed totally fine. Along with that, Huey decided he needed to rest from school before moving onto to his dream job, which is to be a writer for articles, books ect on diversity issues… and because he was broke from living on his own for so long.

And so there he was. Back in Woodcrest, eating lunch with his non-aging grandfather and delinquent younger brother.

"I don't need you to lay around here and be lazy! You need to get a job-" Granddad lectured, but was cut off by Huey.

"I already got a job. I applied at a small run newspaper company here in Woodcrest."

"What's it called?" Robert asked, sounding more or less, interested.

"The Minorities of Woodcrest. A newspaper for tho-"

"Sounds boring. Never heard of it. Boy, pass the chicken." Granddad rambled on, not caring about what job Huey had. All he cared about was that he had a job and he wasn't going to be a freeloader.

"Anyways, Huey, since you came unannounced-"

"I told you a month ago that I was coming back." Huey said evenly, already annoyed of everyone's ignorance and stupidity.

"Did you?" Grandad sat and thought for a moment but promptly went back to eating. "I don't remember. Anyways, we'll be having someone renting the upstairs guest bedroom. She's coming in later today." Robert said casually.

"I thought you weren't in debt anymore." Huey furrowed his eyebrows at his grandfather.

"I'm not. This is extra money on the side." Robert beamed, as if this was his greatest idea yet.

"Well, how much is the room up for rent?"

"$800 per month"

Huey raised an interested brow. "And you know this girl is legit? Where'd you even find her?"

"Craigslist." Huey heavily rolled his eyes as he took his plate over to the sink. Soon a thought crossed his mind as he whipped his head over to the dining room. "If that girl is taking the guest room, where am I sleeping?"

"The sofa-bed."

"This is going to be a long summer.."


Just like old times, everyone sat in their usual spots in the living room: Granddad watching TV in his recliner, Riley laying down on the middle couch playing PS Vita, and Huey on the very left couch reading a book. As the doorbell rang, everyone stayed in their exact spots, waiting on who was going to stand up first.

"Huey get the door!" Granddad finally yelled out. Huey sighed and closed his book. After placing it on the coffee table, Huey sauntered over to the door. Already knowing who it was, Huey swung the door open to be slightly taken aback at the guest.

Stood in front of him was a beautiful young lady. At first glance, it was hard to tell what race she was. Her skin glowed a golden medium shade and her huge dolly eyes shone a deep chocolate colour. Her dark brown locks were tied up in a messy bun with a few loose strands here and there. A baggy white t-shirt and dark denim skinny jeans laid atop her medium built body. Overall, an effortless beauty. "Umm is this the Freeman household?" she asked, snapping Huey out of his thoughts.

"Yeah. Are you the one that's renting the room?" Huey asked, instantly getting a hold of himself .

"Yes I am."

"Hello there Cutie Pie! Come in!" Granddad hollered. Huey turned around while the guest looked over his shoulder at the source of the voice. Granddad strutted down the hall, a huge grin on his face. Riley followed slightly behind, a huge smirk playing the younger boys lips. Huey moved aside, letting the guest into their home.

"What's your name, little baby?" Granddad asked sweetly. Huey shut the door as she got in, and went to stand along side Riley and Granddad.

"Alex. And you must be Robert! It's so nice to meet you. Your house is absolutely beautiful." Alex greeted with a shake of Robert's hand.

"Thank you, baby! Alex, these are my idiot grandkids Huey, and Riley." Granddad introduced. Riley quickly moved himself in front of his family and continued to smirk at Alex. "Aye boo. The name's Riley, people call me Young Reezy, but you can call me yours." Riley said with a wink.

Huey rolled his eyes at his brother's flirting ways. He wasn't surprised that Riley had become a ladies man. It was inevitable with all the music videos he watches and the people he hung out with. Huey eyed Alex as she gave a small giggle. "It's nice to meet you too, Reezy."

"Stop flirting with the innocent girl!" Granddad snapped, pulling Riley back. "Huey, get her bags and bring them upstairs for her!"

"No, it's all good, ! I got it!" Alex beamed as she took her duffel bag and luggage up the stairs in one trip.


Huey tossed and turned on the sofa bed, the springs squeaking under his weight. He sighed as he felt around the bed for his phone. He squinted at the bright screen to check the time.

3:02am.

He brought his phone down from his face and stared up at the ceiling, giving up on sleep. Suddenly, he heard light footsteps coming down the stairs. Huey scrunched his face, wondering who would be up at this time of night. Keeping his body still, Huey lifted his head and gave it a small tilt to the right to see a figure. It wasn't Riley. It wasn't Granddad.

It was Alex. It was evident due to her messy bun and feminine shape.

Huey watched as her silhouette hunched over, probably putting on her shoes. She carefully and quietly opened the door, walked out and quietly shut it behind her. Huey flopped his head back down his pillow and resumed to looking up at the ceiling. This time, he had something to think out.

"What is up with Alex?"


Hope y'all enjoyed the first chapter!
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