November 4, 1985
3:30 PM PST
After school on Monday, Marty and Calvin decided to hike into Hill Valley Park.
"So, Cal, how was your first day of school?" Marty asked.
"It wasn't too bad, really," Calvin said, shrugging. "I see what you mean. about Mr. Strickland - but I'm not too worried about him. I've quite dealt with worse after all. I also don't let Douglas Needles and his gang get to me. Anyway, most of the kids at school do seem pretty nice. Most of the teachers aren't too bad, either."
"Well, Cal, do you have a lot of homework to do?" asked Marty.
"Uh, no, not really," replied Calvin. "I did most of my homeworkm in study hall. Most of the assignments aren't that hard, anyway. I think they give you tougher assignments in boarding schools, overseas. I've never been to a public school before. It's very nice to go to school for the day, and then... go home, to a loving family."
"Anyway, how do you like Felicia?" asked Marty. "Would you still be interested in going on a double date with us, tonight?"
"Oh, most definitely!" gushed Calvin. "Well, just think, I've been in this world... for a little over a week, now. It looks like, this week Friday, I'll get to perform with your band... for the first time! It was so nice, that you guys could make room for me. I sometimes like walking past the courthouse, just so I can reassure myself that the courthouse is no longer the Pleasure Paradise. Although, initially, walking by the courthouse really gave me the creeps."
"Yeah, I can imagine that it did," Marty said, nodding. "Hell, that place gave me the creeps - forr a little while. I've only been in that world for about six hours - and, for about two of them, I've been out."
"It's also nice to see that the clock, that stopped running by 1955, is still in the clock tower - and I guess The Hill Valley Preservation Society is actually intent of keeping Mayor Wilson from changing the clock."
"I must admit, I never gave much attention to the clock tower," Marty commented, "before I went back to 1955, and Doc was able to harness the lightning from the clock tower... in order to power the flux capacitor. I didn't understand why some people felt so strongly about saving the clock tower. However, since my trip through time, I've really gained a new appreciation for the clock tower."
"It seems as though some people have blamed Doc, for causing the clock to stop," Calvin said, quietly, "which, I guess, was one of the conditions... that really led to him being committed."
"I can assure you, Cal, that Doc had nothing to do with stopping the clock," Marty replied. "In the original timeline, before any of this time travel stuff took place, the clocked was also stopped. I guess I can't say that I'm too surprised by the news, though. Unfortunately, some people do see Doc as being the town lunatic. I swear that so many people in this world can be rather closed-minded."
"You can say that, again," Calvin said, sighing. "It's nice to see that Hill Valley Park is still here. In our world, it was torn down for Biff - to create a toxic plant."
Marty gave a little sigh of sadness. It actually broke his heart... to think that Biff had such disregard for nature, that he really would tear down the beloved park - to put a toxic plant in its place. A tear rolled down Marty's face.
"Are you okay, Marty?" Calvin asked, softly.
"Yeah, yeah, I guess," Marty said, blinking. 'It's just that, thinking of Biff from the other world makes me feel so upset. I mean, didn't anybody protest his actions?"
"Well, I'm sure many have tried to," Calvin replied. "However, I'm pretty sure Biff had bribed his way into practically destroying this town. Furthermore, he might've even bribed the police - in an effort to find a way to silence the protesters. I wouldn't put it past him. Well, anyway, I don't want to discuss him anymore. I want to try to put my past behind me, and move on with my life."
"Oh, sure," replied Marty. Then, after checking his watch, he suggested, "Why don't we go pick up Jennifer and Felicia, now - and head on over to Francesca's Italian Diner? I sure could go for nice Italian food, right now."
"Sure, Marty," gushed Calvin. "I'm all for the idea! Let's go!"
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About an hour later, Marty and Calvin were at Francesca's Italian Diner with Jennifer and Felicia. Marty and Jennifer sat together on one side, while Calvin and Felicia sat on the other side.
"So," asked Marty, "does stuffed shells and garlic bread sound fine with everyone?"
The others all nodded their heads in agreement. As Marty placed in the order, Calvin smiled at Felicia - who smiled back at him. Calvin couldn't remember if he ever felt this happy, back in the other world. He just hoped that he and Felicia would, one day, get married - and have kids, together. He then realized that he was getting too ahead of himself. This was only his second date with Felicia. He shouldn't be thinking about marriage and kids, so early. Although, one thing was certain. If the day ever really diid come, he vowed to give his future family the kind of family life... that had been denied to him, for most of his life.
"Hey, Cal, you okay?" Felicia asked, softly.
"Uh, yeah," replied Calvin. "I guess I was just thinking. It's nice being able to go on a date like this. This is such a great restaurant, for a romantic dinner like this."
"Hey, Cal, I was thinking," Felicia continued, "should we go watch a movie, on Friday?"
"Yeah, sure," replied Calvin, "what movie were you thinking of watching?"
"Well, preferrably," Felicia said, slowly, "I'd like to watch a movie... that doesn't have a whole lotta violence in it. The thing is, I really don't like violent movies."
"That's perfectly fine with me," replied Calvin. "I can't stand violent movies, myself."
"It's nice to know I'm not the only male, who doesn't like violent movies,' Marty put in, smiling at his twin from across the table. 'Unfortunately, some people actually call me a wuss - because I don't like to watch violence."
"I won't worry about it, too much," Felicia said, softly. "Macho men who feel the need to put down other men for being less masculine are just men... who are insecure of their own masculinity."
"Felicia's right," Calvin said, nodding. "Like our mom says, a man should be real strong. However, it doesn't mean that a man can't also express his soft and gentle side."
"Yeah," Felicia agreed, "I don't like it, when men seem to feel the need to... to prove their masculinity to other men. By the way, I'm just telling you everything that my dad told me. My dad's very soft-spoken... and affectionate."
Just then, the waitress had arrived at the table - with everyone's meals. The food smelled delicious, and Calvin could hardly wait to take a bite. He put his arm around Felicia, and he gave her a gentle squeeze.
"I love you, Felicia," whispered Calvin.
"I love you, too, Calvin," replied Felicia.
The two of them quickly pecked each other, before they started eating their meals.
