After watching for a few minutes, Barry and Wally came in through the front door. "Welcome back", I said, "did you sort out that issue?" "Yeah", he answered, "turns out some reports needed filing at the CCPD, it didn't take long." I turned to Wally and noticed that the black eyes he had 10 minutes ago were now almost completely healed. "You're looking better ", I remarked. "I was able to get a cold pack and some medicine at the station.", he replied. "Oh cool", I commented

As Barry passed the couch on the way to the kitchen, he leaned down and gave Iris a quick kiss on the cheek before saying, "since I'm back early, we can do the picnic this afternoon." I smiled, "sweet, it seems to be our lucky day."

Wally chuckled, "yeah, unfortunately I'm needed home for the 'fun' tradition of Sunday chores. I'll see you all later." "Take care Wally", Iris said. "I will", Wally replied before exiting through the front door. "Well", Iris continued, "looks like I have some food to prepare." "I'll help you", I said as Barry returned from the kitchen with his breakfast. Iris and I made our way to the kitchen and began making picnic food. "Ok, I'll just eat by myself then.", he bleated.

As we prepared for the picnic, Iris asked me, "do you tend to make food often Aaron?" "Only snack stuff like sandwiches", I answered, "I'm not exactly a master chef when it comes to meals. Last time I tried making dinner, I ended up almost starting a fire. Man, my parents were so angry, you could hear their ranting from Australia." I then started to frown which Iris noticed. "Well you're doing a wonderful job", she said trying to take my mind off it. "Thanks", I replied.

When we prepared the food, Iris got changed into day clothes and we drove down to the park where we found a nice spot in the shade of a lovely apple tree that stood near the centre of the park. It was perfect, especially on a sunny day like today. We laid down the blanket and sat down to eat.

As we ate, Barry spoke first, "So Aaron, would you like to say more about yourself?" "Sure", I answered, "let's see: I'm 14, I'm a geek (guilty as charged), a big fan of detective stories and superheroes, I've been told I'm very good at acting and singing, I'm going to be starting my freshman year at Keystone High tomorrow and I'm…a bit shy around people my age which has unfortunately led to a lack of friends. I'm terrified of snakes"

"You don't have any friends?", Iris asked with a concerned look. "Unfortunately", I answered. "Wait a minute!", Barry exclaimed making me and Iris jump, "did you say you're starting freshman year tomorrow at Keystone High?" "Yeah", I said, "So?" "Wally's starting freshman year at Keystone High too", Barry explained, "he could be you're first friend." "That's a wonderful idea", Iris beamed. "Yeah", I agreed, "hey I just realised something, If Wally's a high school student then what's he doing coming to Barry with problems to do with the police?"

At this Iris and Barry looked at each other looking for an answer from the other. "Umm", Iris tried to contribute. "It's because…Wally's a volunteer at the station and helps around.", Barry finally answered. From the way they acted, it was obvious they were lying, but I decided not press on it for now. "Oh cool", I said which calmed them down. "Anyway now that I've shared about me, time for you guys to share about you."

They chuckled slightly. "Yeah", Iris replied, "I guess it's our turn." "I'm 34 and I work as a forensic scientist at the CCPD", Barry took over, "I like superheroes, movies(musicals are the best) and I love my wife." He wrapped an arm around Iris causing her to giggle. Then it was Iris' turn to speak, "I'm also a superhero fan, I like journalism and I love living in this city." She had a point, with superhero battles happening most of the time, who wouldn't love this place.

"I love it too", I agreed, "it's very fun." "Yeah it is", Barry joined in. At that moment, we heard a large bang coming from somewhere nearby judging by the intensity of the ground shaking. "Like that for example", I went on. Everyone then began to walk/run away from the park in fear. Judging from the looks on Barry and Iris' faces, they were thinking the same thing. "Maybe now would be a good time to head home", Iris suggested. Barry and I nodded and we began making our way back to the car when Barry slows down.

"Wait a second", he exclaimed. He pulled out his phone and looked back at us, "the station's calling me in, I gotta go. Can you two make it back alright?" "Don't worry, we'll be fine", I answered, "besides we got me and trust me when I say I'm not as weak as I look." Iris chuckled, "ok, ok we'll be fine Barry, go help." He nodded and ran towards the area of the explosion. "Does he tend to just run towards situations like that?", I asked Iris as we got in the car.

She replied, "trust me, as part of the job, he does it very often."