Chapter 10: Congratulations!
SIX MONTHS LATER!
Theodore and Eleanor arrived home a few days ago. They were both tired, but also relieved to be back home. Next week they are planning to find a job to work at a restaurant. They have also decided that they would rent an apartment in town. They chose to do this, because they didn't want to become a burden to the rest of the family. That and the fact they have gotten rather use to fending for themselves.
For the meantime, Theodore and Eleanor are staying over at the Seville's, and sometimes even over at the Miller's. They, however, did say if Simon and Jeanette needed a babysitter they would be honoured to look after the kids, when they themselves were busy. Needless to say Simon and Jeanette are relieved to know that they could always count on their younger siblings when it would come to the care of their children.
All seemed to be going too fast, for now both the Miller's and Seville's are putting a 'farewell' party for Alvin, Brittany, and Dave. In the next three weeks they will be very busy preparing for their first world tour, without the rest of the Chipmunks performing with them.
The party ended up being so huge; they needed to rent function room. Since it was a formal gathering, everyone had to wear tuxedoes and evening gowns. From family and friends, to producers for their record deals were there. There are several round tables in the room. On each table there was a beautiful bouquet of flowers in the centre, and four candles that sat neatly around the bouquet.
Eight people were assigned to each table. Alvin and Brittany sat at one of the head tables with Dave and five of their top producers. Simon, and Jeanette sat at the next table with their kids and Eleanor, Theodore, and Miss. Miller.
During the dinner while everyone mingled with each other, Alvin would sometimes peer over to the table next to his and watch his brothers talking and laughing. He saw how Simon and Jeanette would guide their kids on how to eat properly at the dinner table.
Things were looking good for Alvin and Brittany. Their success happens to be blooming nicely. He glanced around the hired room and saw all the guests invited, came to see him and his girlfriend off to their world tour. With a heavy sigh, Alvin realized he still felt empty like something was missing. He again looked over to Simon's kids then turned to look at Brittany, and smiled. Slowly, Alvin began to rise out of his chair and started to clear his throat.
"Excuse me. Ladies and Gentlemen, excuse me." Alvin announced to the crowd. "I would like to say something..." He looked around and noticed that no one was particularly paying attention to him. Getting a little flustered, Alvin picks up a fork from his table and holds it near his wine glass. He began tapping his wine glass with the fork.
"Ladies and Gentlemen. May I have your attention, please...?" Alvin said again, but this time louder.
Slowly the room grew quiet. The sound of utensils hitting the plates dimmed and all eyes were on Alvin. With a smile, he continued. "As you well know, my brothers and I made quite a name for ourselves. It wasn't till after we met the Chipettes when things got exciting..."
"What is he up too?" Simon muttered suspiciously to Theodore.
"Gee, Simon. Do you always have to be suspicious of Alvin?" Theodore muttered back.
"Yes, I do, Theodore." Simon answered plainly.
"Why?"
"Because, Alvin always has a knack of getting into trouble...and I just know he's up to something...as usual."
"I would like to add that this is the first time that Brittany and I have teamed up for our first world tour, without our siblings tagging along..." Alvin continues with a mischievous smirk.
Alvin gently takes Brittany's hand and guides her to stand beside him.
"What are you getting at, Alvin." Brittany mutters to him with a suspicious smirk.
"Brittany, everyone here knows that you and I have had our differences from the first day we met. But one thing for sure is this, we are there for each other when the going gets tough...I guess what I'm trying to say is this..."
Alvin reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small box. He opens it and presents the glimmering object inside to Brittany. She immediately lets in a loud gasp. Inside the tiny box sat a thin gold ring with three beautiful diamonds. To her it was the most beautiful thing she has ever seen. She could hear part of the audience gasping while the rest began cheering as Alvin slowly kneeled down on one knee.
"...Brittany, will you marry me?" Alvin asks with anticipation.
For the first time in her life, Brittany is speechless. This act had taken her by total surprise. She managed to blink back the tears as she got her bearings together. With a big smile she then answered, "Yes. I will marry you, Alvin."
The room begins to cheer as Alvin proudly puts the ring on Brittany's finger on her right hand. With a very big grin, the young lovers then embraced each other in a romantic kiss.
"Well, I'll be damned." Simon stated in shocked. This was something that he did not expect Alvin to do.
"You have to admit, that was very beautiful..." Theodore whispered to Simon.
Simon slowly started to nod his head. "I'm impressed." He said as he started to bring his hands together and began clapping.
Vincent, Tom, and Mary and looked up as Alvin and Brittany kissing in a very passionate manner. They looked at each other and made a discussed face. For these young three chipmunks, kissing is very mushy and should not be seen.
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AN HOUR LATER...
After dinner, the tables were moved to the side of the room near the wall and the music came on for anyone who wishes to dance. The triplets took advantage of this, and mingled around the room. Vince stopped before he could reach for the dessert table to scratch his left shoulder.
"Man, I hate these clothes." He grumbled.
"What's the matter? Got an itch?" Tom laughed.
"Why did they make us wear these stupid get ups?" Complained Vincent.
"Don't know. But I think they are alright..." Mary-Anne cooed as she pulled gently at her mauve color dress, and looked at it with pride. She began to sway from side to side, which also caused her braid pintails to also swing round her face.
Both Vincent and Tom rolled their eyes skyward. They both started looking around the room for something to do.
"Oh no, here they come." Gasps Vincent to his siblings, Tom and Mary.
"Who?" Tom asks looking to see what Vince is so nervous about.
"Them!" Vince squeals and points.
"There they are..." cried out a familiar voice.
That when Tom and Mary looked up and saw three of Papa Dave's Aunties. Before each of the little chipmunks could find a place to hide, the Aunties picked them up and began to hug them. After they began to pinch and tug at their chubby cheeks.
"Ow." Vincent grumbled.
"I hear that you three are about to start pre-school soon." One of the Aunties cooed.
"Yup." Mary-Ann smiled.
"Uh huh." Tom said shyly.
"That's the plan." Vince added while rubbing his sore cheek.
"I remember when your father and uncles were your size..." The second Auntie swooned.
"Heh, that's great," Vince started saying while trying to slink away. "Speaking of which, I think our dad is looking for us now."
"He is?" Tom asked giving his sibling a perplexed look.
"Yes, he is..." Vince gave Tom a look that read 'any excuse to get away from these crazy women'.
Finally Tom clued in, "Oh, right..."
"I believe we should go to him before he misses us..." Mary chimed in.
With that the little chipmunks ran off to find their dad.
"Aww, those three are just so adorable." The third Auntie said with a smile. The other two nodded in agreement.
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Brittany proudly showed her engagement ring to her sisters and Miss. Miller. This has to be the best day of Brittany's life. She showed great joy in showing everyone the glimmering jewel.
"Congratulations, Alvin and Brittany." Miss. Miller said after getting a closer look at the ring. "This was a most pleasant surprise."
"Yes, and what a lovely speech you did too." Theodore chimed. Eleanor smiled and nodded in agreement.
"Yea, I know..." Alvin gloated with pride. "And I didn't even have to knock Brittany up before proposing to her." He added with a laugh. He turned and gave a glance over to Simon and Jeanette.
Everyone thought that comment was quite funny and began to giggle, including Jeanette.
Simon reacted by slapping his forehead with a low growl. Jeanette looked over to her husband and rapped her arm around his to assure him, again, that she has no regrets over the past between them. Simon looked over to his wife and smiled.
"Daddy!!" Cried out three the young chipmunks. They ran up to their father and surrounded him a huge hug around his legs. Vincent, however, managed to leap up into his arms.
Alvin and Brittany, both watched this scene with a faint smile.
"Hey, what are you three up too...not getting into trouble, I hope." Simon asked with suspicion.
"Who? Us?" Vincent asks with innocent eyes.
"I don't know about that..." Simon said with a raised eyebrow and a smirk. Slowly he began to raise his free hand and added, "Start talking, half pint, or you'll get."
Vincent recognized this game, and began to squirm while giggling. "No...." He said with a laugh.
"Wrong answer." Smiled Simon. He then reached his hand to his son's stomach and began tickling him.
The rest of the family found this very amusing. They really enjoyed seeing Simon having a little fun with his kids. What made everyone else laugh was the fact that Vincent's laughter sounded so much like his dad's. Tom and Mary were also giggling and tugging at Simon's legs.
Alvin, suddenly felt out of the loop, and began craving some of the attention Simon was getting from his kids.
"Say, who wants a piggy-back from their favorite Uncle?" He asks the young chipmunks.
"I do, I do, I do!!" The three of them chimed at once. They suddenly left Simon's side and ran up to their Uncle Alvin.
"Now, now guys. Uncle Alvin only has one back..." Simon warns. "One at a time."
"Awe." Vincent and Mary groan when Alvin picks up Tom and starts carrying him on his back.
"Patience. I'm sure you will get your turn soon." Theodore assured Vince and Mary.
Simon watched his brother as he playfully carried his son around the large room. He couldn't help put to smile, and yet, he also felt a bit sad too. No matter how much Alvin can be a pain in the butt sometimes, Simon is going to miss him while he's on tour. Theodore just got back from his two- year course, but still he is getting his own place with Eleanor soon.
He looked over and saw Brittany still swooning over her ring with some other friends and relatives. Simon had to admit, that was a very romantic thing Alvin did earlier. It made him kind of guilty over the way he had to propose to Jeanette.
"Daddy..." Spoke a little voice.
Simon looked down and saw his daughter tugging at his jacket. "What is it sweetie?" He asked her in a soft voice.
"Can you pick me up, please?" She asked.
"Oh sure, Mary..." He said as he picked her up gently. "Better?"
She smiled and nodded. Then she rapped her arms around his neck and gave him a gentle squeeze. Simon returned her hug by holding her close to his chest. This helped remove Simon's guilt. He looked over to his brother Theodore, that is holding Vincent, and they both began to smile at each other.
Both Alvin and Theodore are accomplishing their dreams. Not that Simon has any regrets in becoming a father, but still, he was hoping that he'd be in university by now studding to be a scientist. Simon realizes that he can still accomplish that goal, but it will just take him longer.
SIX MONTHS LATER!
Theodore and Eleanor arrived home a few days ago. They were both tired, but also relieved to be back home. Next week they are planning to find a job to work at a restaurant. They have also decided that they would rent an apartment in town. They chose to do this, because they didn't want to become a burden to the rest of the family. That and the fact they have gotten rather use to fending for themselves.
For the meantime, Theodore and Eleanor are staying over at the Seville's, and sometimes even over at the Miller's. They, however, did say if Simon and Jeanette needed a babysitter they would be honoured to look after the kids, when they themselves were busy. Needless to say Simon and Jeanette are relieved to know that they could always count on their younger siblings when it would come to the care of their children.
All seemed to be going too fast, for now both the Miller's and Seville's are putting a 'farewell' party for Alvin, Brittany, and Dave. In the next three weeks they will be very busy preparing for their first world tour, without the rest of the Chipmunks performing with them.
The party ended up being so huge; they needed to rent function room. Since it was a formal gathering, everyone had to wear tuxedoes and evening gowns. From family and friends, to producers for their record deals were there. There are several round tables in the room. On each table there was a beautiful bouquet of flowers in the centre, and four candles that sat neatly around the bouquet.
Eight people were assigned to each table. Alvin and Brittany sat at one of the head tables with Dave and five of their top producers. Simon, and Jeanette sat at the next table with their kids and Eleanor, Theodore, and Miss. Miller.
During the dinner while everyone mingled with each other, Alvin would sometimes peer over to the table next to his and watch his brothers talking and laughing. He saw how Simon and Jeanette would guide their kids on how to eat properly at the dinner table.
Things were looking good for Alvin and Brittany. Their success happens to be blooming nicely. He glanced around the hired room and saw all the guests invited, came to see him and his girlfriend off to their world tour. With a heavy sigh, Alvin realized he still felt empty like something was missing. He again looked over to Simon's kids then turned to look at Brittany, and smiled. Slowly, Alvin began to rise out of his chair and started to clear his throat.
"Excuse me. Ladies and Gentlemen, excuse me." Alvin announced to the crowd. "I would like to say something..." He looked around and noticed that no one was particularly paying attention to him. Getting a little flustered, Alvin picks up a fork from his table and holds it near his wine glass. He began tapping his wine glass with the fork.
"Ladies and Gentlemen. May I have your attention, please...?" Alvin said again, but this time louder.
Slowly the room grew quiet. The sound of utensils hitting the plates dimmed and all eyes were on Alvin. With a smile, he continued. "As you well know, my brothers and I made quite a name for ourselves. It wasn't till after we met the Chipettes when things got exciting..."
"What is he up too?" Simon muttered suspiciously to Theodore.
"Gee, Simon. Do you always have to be suspicious of Alvin?" Theodore muttered back.
"Yes, I do, Theodore." Simon answered plainly.
"Why?"
"Because, Alvin always has a knack of getting into trouble...and I just know he's up to something...as usual."
"I would like to add that this is the first time that Brittany and I have teamed up for our first world tour, without our siblings tagging along..." Alvin continues with a mischievous smirk.
Alvin gently takes Brittany's hand and guides her to stand beside him.
"What are you getting at, Alvin." Brittany mutters to him with a suspicious smirk.
"Brittany, everyone here knows that you and I have had our differences from the first day we met. But one thing for sure is this, we are there for each other when the going gets tough...I guess what I'm trying to say is this..."
Alvin reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small box. He opens it and presents the glimmering object inside to Brittany. She immediately lets in a loud gasp. Inside the tiny box sat a thin gold ring with three beautiful diamonds. To her it was the most beautiful thing she has ever seen. She could hear part of the audience gasping while the rest began cheering as Alvin slowly kneeled down on one knee.
"...Brittany, will you marry me?" Alvin asks with anticipation.
For the first time in her life, Brittany is speechless. This act had taken her by total surprise. She managed to blink back the tears as she got her bearings together. With a big smile she then answered, "Yes. I will marry you, Alvin."
The room begins to cheer as Alvin proudly puts the ring on Brittany's finger on her right hand. With a very big grin, the young lovers then embraced each other in a romantic kiss.
"Well, I'll be damned." Simon stated in shocked. This was something that he did not expect Alvin to do.
"You have to admit, that was very beautiful..." Theodore whispered to Simon.
Simon slowly started to nod his head. "I'm impressed." He said as he started to bring his hands together and began clapping.
Vincent, Tom, and Mary and looked up as Alvin and Brittany kissing in a very passionate manner. They looked at each other and made a discussed face. For these young three chipmunks, kissing is very mushy and should not be seen.
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AN HOUR LATER...
After dinner, the tables were moved to the side of the room near the wall and the music came on for anyone who wishes to dance. The triplets took advantage of this, and mingled around the room. Vince stopped before he could reach for the dessert table to scratch his left shoulder.
"Man, I hate these clothes." He grumbled.
"What's the matter? Got an itch?" Tom laughed.
"Why did they make us wear these stupid get ups?" Complained Vincent.
"Don't know. But I think they are alright..." Mary-Anne cooed as she pulled gently at her mauve color dress, and looked at it with pride. She began to sway from side to side, which also caused her braid pintails to also swing round her face.
Both Vincent and Tom rolled their eyes skyward. They both started looking around the room for something to do.
"Oh no, here they come." Gasps Vincent to his siblings, Tom and Mary.
"Who?" Tom asks looking to see what Vince is so nervous about.
"Them!" Vince squeals and points.
"There they are..." cried out a familiar voice.
That when Tom and Mary looked up and saw three of Papa Dave's Aunties. Before each of the little chipmunks could find a place to hide, the Aunties picked them up and began to hug them. After they began to pinch and tug at their chubby cheeks.
"Ow." Vincent grumbled.
"I hear that you three are about to start pre-school soon." One of the Aunties cooed.
"Yup." Mary-Ann smiled.
"Uh huh." Tom said shyly.
"That's the plan." Vince added while rubbing his sore cheek.
"I remember when your father and uncles were your size..." The second Auntie swooned.
"Heh, that's great," Vince started saying while trying to slink away. "Speaking of which, I think our dad is looking for us now."
"He is?" Tom asked giving his sibling a perplexed look.
"Yes, he is..." Vince gave Tom a look that read 'any excuse to get away from these crazy women'.
Finally Tom clued in, "Oh, right..."
"I believe we should go to him before he misses us..." Mary chimed in.
With that the little chipmunks ran off to find their dad.
"Aww, those three are just so adorable." The third Auntie said with a smile. The other two nodded in agreement.
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Brittany proudly showed her engagement ring to her sisters and Miss. Miller. This has to be the best day of Brittany's life. She showed great joy in showing everyone the glimmering jewel.
"Congratulations, Alvin and Brittany." Miss. Miller said after getting a closer look at the ring. "This was a most pleasant surprise."
"Yes, and what a lovely speech you did too." Theodore chimed. Eleanor smiled and nodded in agreement.
"Yea, I know..." Alvin gloated with pride. "And I didn't even have to knock Brittany up before proposing to her." He added with a laugh. He turned and gave a glance over to Simon and Jeanette.
Everyone thought that comment was quite funny and began to giggle, including Jeanette.
Simon reacted by slapping his forehead with a low growl. Jeanette looked over to her husband and rapped her arm around his to assure him, again, that she has no regrets over the past between them. Simon looked over to his wife and smiled.
"Daddy!!" Cried out three the young chipmunks. They ran up to their father and surrounded him a huge hug around his legs. Vincent, however, managed to leap up into his arms.
Alvin and Brittany, both watched this scene with a faint smile.
"Hey, what are you three up too...not getting into trouble, I hope." Simon asked with suspicion.
"Who? Us?" Vincent asks with innocent eyes.
"I don't know about that..." Simon said with a raised eyebrow and a smirk. Slowly he began to raise his free hand and added, "Start talking, half pint, or you'll get."
Vincent recognized this game, and began to squirm while giggling. "No...." He said with a laugh.
"Wrong answer." Smiled Simon. He then reached his hand to his son's stomach and began tickling him.
The rest of the family found this very amusing. They really enjoyed seeing Simon having a little fun with his kids. What made everyone else laugh was the fact that Vincent's laughter sounded so much like his dad's. Tom and Mary were also giggling and tugging at Simon's legs.
Alvin, suddenly felt out of the loop, and began craving some of the attention Simon was getting from his kids.
"Say, who wants a piggy-back from their favorite Uncle?" He asks the young chipmunks.
"I do, I do, I do!!" The three of them chimed at once. They suddenly left Simon's side and ran up to their Uncle Alvin.
"Now, now guys. Uncle Alvin only has one back..." Simon warns. "One at a time."
"Awe." Vincent and Mary groan when Alvin picks up Tom and starts carrying him on his back.
"Patience. I'm sure you will get your turn soon." Theodore assured Vince and Mary.
Simon watched his brother as he playfully carried his son around the large room. He couldn't help put to smile, and yet, he also felt a bit sad too. No matter how much Alvin can be a pain in the butt sometimes, Simon is going to miss him while he's on tour. Theodore just got back from his two- year course, but still he is getting his own place with Eleanor soon.
He looked over and saw Brittany still swooning over her ring with some other friends and relatives. Simon had to admit, that was a very romantic thing Alvin did earlier. It made him kind of guilty over the way he had to propose to Jeanette.
"Daddy..." Spoke a little voice.
Simon looked down and saw his daughter tugging at his jacket. "What is it sweetie?" He asked her in a soft voice.
"Can you pick me up, please?" She asked.
"Oh sure, Mary..." He said as he picked her up gently. "Better?"
She smiled and nodded. Then she rapped her arms around his neck and gave him a gentle squeeze. Simon returned her hug by holding her close to his chest. This helped remove Simon's guilt. He looked over to his brother Theodore, that is holding Vincent, and they both began to smile at each other.
Both Alvin and Theodore are accomplishing their dreams. Not that Simon has any regrets in becoming a father, but still, he was hoping that he'd be in university by now studding to be a scientist. Simon realizes that he can still accomplish that goal, but it will just take him longer.