A little while later Mrs. Robinson came in to see Katie and Sean as they were reading in her room. How would the two of you like to go to a movie she asked? I would love it said Katie. What do you think Sean she asked? That would be fun he said. Good well if you want to go we had better get going or you will miss the start of the movie. Aren't you seeing the movie too asked Katie? No sweetie, but I thought you might like to see a movie while I go and get my hair and nails done. Oh ok said Katie as she put on her shoes.
Is Bill coming asked Katie? No he is off with his friends.
The three of them got into the car and headed off to the mall where the movie theatre and the salon were. Mommy, would it be possible to take the bus home from the movies asked Katie? Why would you want to take the bus asked her mother? Oh I don't know I just think it would be fun. Please?? Let me think about that for a moment said her mother.
Once they got to the mall Katie was sitting waiting for a decision about taking the bus home. Well mommy can we take the bus she asked? Okay how about this said her mother. If you promise to call me shortly before you get on the bus you can take the bus home. But you must promise to come straight home once you get off the bus no wondering around ok? Yes mommy I promise. Thank you so much. I promise.
They walked towards the theatre and waited in line to purchase their tickets. Just before they reached the front of the line Sean reached into his pocket to get his money out to pay for his ticket when Mrs. Robinson saw him. What do you think you are doing she asked? I was just getting my money out for my ticket. Don't be silly you don't need to pay for the movie. You are our guest. But…. See Sean that is how I felt when I was staying with you. Just grin and bear it. Oh alright but I am buying treats. Ok said Mrs. Robinson. If I come home with all the money my mom gave me she will kill me he said to Katie.
Once the tickets were purchased the three of them sat down and waited for it to be time to go in. when the time came Mrs. Robinson reminded Katie that she had to call home just prior to getting on the bus. Katie agreed and she and Sean went into the theatre.
What do you want for a treat asked Sean? Let me see said Katie. I think I would like some chocolate covered peanuts please. Alright said Sean. I would like a small popcorn, two small drinks and a chocolate covered peanuts please. Sean paid for the food and they made their way to the appropriate theatre.
Here you are said Sean as he indicated seats for them. When he sat down he handed Katie her food. Thank you very much said Katie smiling. You are very welcome replied Sean. The movie started and they both were enjoying it when Katie noticed that she was cold. Sean would it be ok if I cuddled up to you she asked? Why asked Sean? Because I am cold Katie replied. Alright said Sean as he moved the arm rest up and pulled Katie towards him. Is that better he asked? Oh yes said Katie so much better. Katie just loved cuddling with Sean so this was wonderful in her eyes.
Once the movie was over and the lights came up Katie moved away from Sean reluctantly. It was just so comfortable cuddled up with him.
Well we had better be on our way home said Sean. Yes I guess so said Katie. They exited the theatre and headed towards the bus terminal. This is where we get the bus said Katie. Oh ok responded Sean. How much is it for the bus asked Sean? I think it is a dollar said Katie. That doesn't seem too bad commented Sean. So exactly what is a dollar asked Sean? It is that coin right there pointed out Katie as Sean held out a hand full of coins. All right well lets go.
When they reached the bus terminal Katie went first and paid for her bus ride. But when Sean went to pay for his ticket he was stopped. Katie returned to Sean and asked what the problem was? This man is saying that I need a student card. Oh ummm sir my friend here is visiting from Ireland and does not have a student card. He is a student as you can see he is only thirteen years old explained Katie. Oh alright said the ticket taker. Thank you very much said both Sean and Katie.
You seem to have a special way with people said Sean. What do you mean asked Katie? Well you seem to be able to get people to do what you want them to do said Sean. Not always said Katie. Well most of the time, you seem to get me to do what ever it is that you want said Sean. Well that is because you are my best friend and you care about me and don't want me to be unhappy right said Katie. Of course said Sean laughing. That is what I thought said Katie.
They sat down on the bench and waited for the bus to come. When is the next bus expected asked Sean? I don't know I will look at the schedule. Katie went over to the schedule hanging on the post near by and found that the next bus was due in five minutes. The next bus should be here in about five minutes. That's not too bad a wait commented Sean. As soon as the bus comes I will call mommy and tell her that we have gotten on the bus. How does that sound she asked? That sounds good said Sean.
A couple of minutes later the bus came into the station. I will just call mommy now. Katie went to the phone and called home. Her brother answered the phone. She asked that he tell their mother that she was just getting on the bus and should be home in about twenty minutes.
After talking with her brother she ran to get on the bus. Could you please call out Dorcot for me she asked the driver. The driver said that he would. After that she and Sean sat down and waited for the bus to start off. You do like buses don't you said Sean. I guess so said Katie. I guess I do because when ever I take a bus it means that I am having an adventure. Really said Sean. Yes, the only time I take a bus is if I am going on a school trip or when I am going somewhere special. Like when we went to the movies when I was staying with you a few years ago.
Once the bus started off Katie was just grinning. You are a very special girl said Sean. Thank you said Katie. The trip did not take very long and before she knew it they had reached their stop. Katie thanked the bus driver as she got off the bus.
Does this look familiar she asked? Yes I think so said Sean. This is the way you came with your mom said Katie. Oh yes I thought so. They then started off towards Katie's house. Sean took her hand and they walked and talked all the way home. Sean why do you hold my hand when ever we walk anywhere she asked? I don't know said Sean. I guess it is just habit do you want me to stop he asked? No I like it I was just wondering. My mommy commented on it. She said that even your mom has noticed that we always hold hands when we go for walks. I guess it stared when we first met and I didn't want you dashing off in front of traffic said Sean. I never dashed into traffic said Katie. I know that but back then I didn't know you that well and I wanted to be safe. I had never been friends with someone your age before. I was not sure what to expect. It turned out that I liked holding your hand. It was sort of a connection and I liked that. Katie just smiled at hearing that.
We turn here said Katie as they turned onto her street. they walked along for a few minutes and Katie looked up and found her mother sitting on the front porch. She doesn't trust me said Katie. What do you mean asked Sean? Well I did all that she told me to do and still she is sitting out watching for me. I am with you and am perfectly safe said Katie. Maybe it is me that she does not trust said Sean. She doesn't know me that well. She knows you very well I am always talking about you. I tell her everything about you said Katie. Yes I know but you may be a little biased. Biased what does that mean Katie asked. Well it means that you like me so you would not tell her anything that is bad about me said Sean. But there isn't anything bad about you. You are a very nice boy said Katie smiling.
Hi mommy we made it home safe said Katie to her mother. I can see that. I also know that you did exactly what I asked you to do and I appreciate it. I am very proud of you said Mrs. Robinson.