Alright, I told you a school day was comin but... that will come in the next update... PROMISE:-)
Chapter 6
"BEEP-BEEP-BEEP…" The infernal sound was ringing in Hanson's ears. There was no way it was 6:00 a.m. already. Tom rolled over slapping the clock and covering his head with a pillow. The sun was streaming through the windows, the orange, red and pink stinging his sleep filled eyes. Next to his room he could here the sounds of Van Halen cutting into the walls. On the other side Doug Penhall cursing Bookers choice of a morning serenade. Tom stood up slowly and walked over to the window to see a green tractor pulling a plow drive by. He grabbed his toiletries and headed off to the bathroom to get a shower.
The smell of bacon and eggs wafted over Tom who was standing in front of the closet in his room looking at his clothes. He was getting very hungry and was not in the mood to even try and dress the part of a country boy. 'Ah screw it.' He mumbled to himself. Hastily he grabbed his torn jeans, white T-shirt, combat boots and his jeans jacket. He pulled a white bandana out of his pocket and then thought better of wrapping it around his head. He folded the material and replaced it in his pocket. He then proceeded to the mirror to look at his reflection, "well, I guess this is as toned down as it gets." He commented to himself.
"Tom, Doug, Dennis… breakfasts ready!" Angie called up the stairs. Hanson walked out the door and walked around the corner and smack into Booker. Dennis had a black T-shirt and jeans complete with his black leather jacket.
"Well little brother, we're not gonna fit in at all, are we." Dennis clapped his partner on the back. Tom's skin started to crawl at the thought of being "little brother" to Dennis Booker. This was going to be a long day.
Doug was already at the table when Dennis and Tom made their way down the steps. He was sporting a flannel shirt over a white T-shirt, blue jeans and a gym shoes.
"Morning boys..." Doug stated between bites of bacon. Hanson walked over to the counter and grabbed the pot of coffee. He poured himself a cup and walked over to the table and sat down across from Penhall.
"She is a world class cook." Penhall said as he finished his eggs and toast. "Angie if Dean ever leaves you… you can come live with me." Angie smiled looking up from the skillet.
"Doug, if Dean ever leaves me you will be the first to know." She laughed.
"Doug… that's my wife…" Dean started laughing as he walked into the room. He was wearing his uniform complete with a black Stetson hat.
"Dress up day?" Booker commented as the officer walked into the room.
"Lookin good baby!" Angie winked at her husband. Dean strolled up to his wife and leaned over kissing her on the cheek.
"I love you." He whispered barely audibly in her ear. Angela grinned as he kissed her ear while the three younger officers looked on. Dean looked up at the men as they all three turned their attention to the windows next to the table. Angela turned red as she returned her attention to plating the food in front of her. She handed the large plate to her husband who thanked her and walked over to the table.
"Okay, I need to have you to the school by 8:45 to get you registered. Fortunately Captain Fuller has done most of the work with your transcripts and registration forms. I'll go ahead and go with you today so that it looks legit." Dean and the officers finished their breakfast and got up to head for the door. "Tom, you got your saxophone?" Dean inquired.
"Yes." Tom confirmed.
"Good, one of the kids attacked was in band, so I need you there. Doug, you and Dennis are going to join the Football team. I know that Angie has told you about Kirk. I've already talked to Coach Ballard, so you guys are a shoe in." Dean grabbed a thermos of coffee and leaned over to kiss Angie one more time. She reached up and fixed his standard issue clip on tie and smiled at the man in front of her. He started out the door followed by the three younger officers. As the boys walked out the door Angie handed them each a brown bag with a packed lunch and gave them each a hug.
Penhall marveled at the attention they were getting from a woman they had met only twenty-four hours prior. She was so maternal and could not understand how the two could not have any children of their own. He could not even remember being treated like this by his own mother as a child. Angela Miller was like the mother he always wished he had.
"Boy's why don't you all ride together with me today and tomorrow, take your own vehicles."
Hanson, Booker and Penhall all slumped over to Deans Bronco II.
"Lordy, you boys all look like I ran over your cat. No wonder you are good at your jobs, you act like high school kids about your cars." Dean grinned as he climbed in the front seat.
"Hey, I resemble that remark." Penhall retorted sarcastically as he climbed into the front seat of the SUV. Booker and Hanson both climbed into the back seats. This was going to be a long day for them all.
So... Next time... SCHOOL Starts!! Read and Review me:-)