Here is chapter 6 guys. Finally, we get to meet Megan's family and see her hometown, Maplewood. I decided to use boo34's suggestion based on what she said. "try to get them kissed for the for time and also doing a tickle fight for fun." Special thanks go to boo34 for giving me that suggestion.
Remember, I'll pick one person randomly for their great suggestion for the story to go on. Enjoy!
Sulley woke up at 5 AM in the morning, deciding to go to Maplewood with Megan. He slowly got out of the bed and went to the bathroom. He grabbed a towel and took a rich lather shower for the trip. He's been dying to meet Megan's family for the first time. He knows Perry Stewart will be glad to see him, since he is a Sullivan. He also wants to see Megan's sister, Prim. He thought about Prim and Megan, hugging and giggling on the bright meadow as children. He also thought about her mother, Gwen Stewart. "I hope she won't ask me to leave her house forever. When Megan said "Worry Wart", it's possible she won't accept a Sullivan in her house", Sulley thought.
He got out of the shower and combed his haircut from yesterday. Once again, he loved the way Mike fixed his hair. He kept the hair perfect as possible. He brushed his teeth and got out of the bathroom. He decided to have a normal breakfast this time. He drank some coffee, toast, fruits, and scrambled eggs. It was a fine meal he had so he can sate his hunger on the way. Sulley grabbed his suitcase that showed the Monsters Inc. M on it. He decided to pack a few outfits to wear on the trip. He also packed his summer sleepwear and a few socks. He decided to dress up for the trip. Sulley wore a light white t-shirt and bright blue jeans. "I bet the country will be as good as it is here. Maybe ten times better than the city", Sulley thought. Sulley grabbed his suitcase and car keys and headed out of his apartment. He took a last look before he was leaving out of the city for the weekend. Sulley got into his black Sedan and drove past the buildings, to the houses, and passed through the outskirts of Monstropolis.
Driving through the plains, Sulley saw wooden fences. He figured they were ranches. He saw many farmers, feeding the animals, setting the crops, and watching the sunrise. Sulley understands that farmers do get up very early in the morning and do farming chores. They are as busy as the workers at Monsters Inc., only rural occupations. "Wow, this country looks amazing." Sulley saw a large pond, surrounded by oak trees and apple trees, blowing in the wind. Sulley's cellphone ringed through his ears, digging through papers.
He grabbed it and answered it. "Hello, James?" It was Megan, calling Sulley. "At what time did you leave", she asked. Sulley said 5 AM. "Oh, I think you're one hour away from me because I left at 4 AM. I'm used to leaving to Maplewood bright and early." "I think I would be there at 7 AM Megan. I'll be there soon", said Sulley. "Okay James. When you past through the small town, you must find a white house with a pink trim. That's where my family lives. Be sure to recall that, okay?" "Alright", said Sulley. He hanged up and he gave his attention in spotting the welcome sign.
At 7 AM, he saw a big welcome sign with a brown trip. The sign said WELCOME TO MAPLEWOOD. ENJOY YOUR STAY. Sulley drove near the town and saw many shops nearby. Many monsters wore country outfits. Some men wore overalls, and tuxes. Women wore farm outfits and puffed sleeve dresses. Boys and girls wore farm outfits as well. Many children played hide and seek. Some children stared at Sulley, looking curious at the outsider. Sulley pays no attention to the children, not looking very suspicious. By the time he drove away from town, he saw another sign that said STEWART FARM, 1 MILE AWAY. Sulley saw an orchard full of cherries, apples, oranges, and all sort of fruits. He saw a barn full of animals being fed by Perry Stewart. He figured as much he's finally there. He saw the big two story house with a pink trim, just like Megan mentioned.
He saw Megan's car and parked right behind it. Sulley scanned around the farm, with amazement. He never saw a place so beautiful before. Right near the house, he saw a chicken coop with a white trim. Many chickens with three eyes stared at Sulley. He never said a word and slowly walked to the house. A black cat hissed at Sulley, making Sulley roaring at it a little. The cat smirked and leaped away. Then Sulley spotted Megan and Prim, reading a blue book. They saw the friendly looking blue monster with happiness.
Megan was wearing a plaid top with cuffed jeans and leather boots. Those boots look perfect to kick things. Then Sulley saw Prim, Megan's sister. Just like the photo he saw, she wore braids. She wore a white top with a blue skirt. She wore blue gumboots and a silver bell pendant. They both waved at Sulley and he waved back as well. "So good to see you James. I hope you'll enjoy the country this weekend. There's so much to do here", said Megan with a bright face.
"Happy to be here, Megan", said Sulley. "Oh, Prim. This is my boss, James Phil Sullivan. We work together at Monsters Inc. to keep the city's energy strong, by collecting laughter. James, meet my sister, Prim Stewart." "It's nice to meet you, Prim", said Sulley. "Yes, it is Mr. Sullivan. My big sister talked about you while you were getting here", she said shyly. Megan holds her sister softly, keeping her comfort safe. "Dearies! Who's there at the porch", said an old shaggy women with a country accent. A monster elder came out of the house. She had the same hair like Megan, except it was all greyish, blackish. Her eyes were narrow, and she had more color in her skin. It was Gwen Stewart, Megan's mother. She looked at Sulley with a pale face. Sulley looked at her with a smile. "Oh mom. Please don't get scared. This is my boss from Monsters Inc., James Phil Sullivan. He's a very nice man and we worked together for the past month", said Megan nervously. Gwen stayed quiet for 10 seconds and smiled weakly. "It's a pleasure to meet you Mr. Sullivan. My daughter told me everything about you." "Much obliged Mrs. Stewart", he said softly.
Megan's father was carrying two buckets of milk for morning's breakfast. He stopped slowly and saw with amazement. For the first time, Perry was standing right in front of Bill Sullivan's son. "You must be that Sullivan fellow my daughter must be talkin bout. It's so great to meet you, sonny boy", Perry chuckled with a country accent. "Nice to meet you too, Mr. Stewart. Perry walked closer to Sulley and he hugged Sulley, laughing with joy. Sulley did not know what that was about but he understands how Megan described him a Sullivan fan. "Well everyone, shall we go eat breakfast? It's waiting for us right now", said Gwen shyly. "Please Mr. Sullivan; put your suitcase at the drawing room. We'll get it later okay" said Gwen. The family and Sulley headed inside.
The entire house had white wallpaper with old photographs. The house had three bedrooms. One is the parent's room, Prim's and Megan's bedroom, and the guest room. The drawing room was much like a sun room. The morning sun shined down on the windows, and on the furniture. The sofas were maroon and were covered with white doilies. The coffee table was as brown as coffee and had a large doily. There was an antique TV in the room. The room also had books stacked in the shelves. The top of the bookshelf had a collection of china plates, collected by Gwen herself. The entire house was more of an old fashion farm house. They went inside the kitchen and it was old fashion as well. The kitchen had a nice counter area with many plates washed. The table was rosewood, along with the chair. It also had delicious country food. Butter, baked pancakes, scrambled eggs, toast, sandwiches, and milk. The kitchen had an iron stove that was cooking Perry's famous country stew. "Just wait Sullivan, by the time it's night time, you'll love my country stew. It's been in my family for generations and we always have a nice warm country stew on weekends.
Sulley decided to have a bit of pancakes and toast, just to be nice to the family. Sulley and Megan talked about their jobs at Monsters Inc. Prim and Perry listened well, while Gwen was still cleaning the counter, nervously. She was still aware on the big guy but she tried to keep her patience cool. "So that's how I remembered the company well", said Perry. "Back in my day, we used to scare children as well. I remember it well. Sullivan, did you know I used to work with your old pa? We were a great team. Many people admired us because of how we scared many kids. I looked up to Bill as a great friend and we always chatted after work. That was the time; we became best friends, until I retired from scaring. I can tell how strong a laugh is than a scream. Sullivan, you were meant to become the CEO of the incorporated and I'm glad my daughter is your assistant. I bet you two make a great team."
Sulley and Megan both smiled at each other, while Gwen starred at Sulley awkwardly. "So Prim, would you like to talk about yourself to my boss", asked Megan. Prim nodded and she bit her lip slowly. "Well Mister, I go to junior high. It's a nice school there where me and my friends hang out. It's called Maplewood Junior High School. The campus is surrounded by trees, the same way where this home is." Prim also explained more of herself to Sulley. She talked about her book club she hosts every month at school. Mainly, she plays softball, tennis, and swimming as sports. She usually gets top marks at school, making her family so proud. Then she talked about her dream job. Once she finishes her major as a nurse in training, she'll be the first nurse in her family. She also knows a few cures and remedies whenever someone is hurt. One time, her father was so ill; she gave him her very special remedy. It was a cure to treat illness away. It was mixed with herbs, spices, and some milk. She mixed it all together and added some mint to keep the illness from causing more trouble. The cure worked and made Perry got back to his toes again.
Sulley was amazed. Prim is sort of like Megan, all hard working and willing to strive for success. The family kept chit chatting till 8:30 AM. "Well, I better go and plant in the new crops Gwen. They won't plant themselves so I better get going", said Perry. "Okay but please, please be careful from last time. We don't want you to get hurt again", said Gwen. One time Perry was planting crops and he accidently hurt himself from the garden tools. It wasn't his fault. Perry is 70 and he needed help from his farmer assistant. "Sullivan, Megan, Prim. Would you all like to help me and my helper to plot the crops in?"
They all agreed and Gwen wished them to be careful. The group headed outside and saw another monster getting the tools ready. He has purple fur, with reptile wings. He had a pink nose and had furry blue arms. He waved at the entire group. "Hey Gilbert! How are those crops", shouted Perry. "Going great Perry", shouted Gilbert. "Grab some seeds everyone, and you too Sullivan. Everyone grabbed some gardening tools, gloves, and seeds. Sulley was eager to garden since this is his first time. Perry told him the directions to garden and he listened very carefully. "Okay Sullivan, I need you to dig a little deep for the seeds to go in. You'll be planting monster cabbages at that plot of field", said Perry pointing to the left.
"Be sure to dig deep but not too much. At least let the seeds fit in and use the plowing tool where Ulysses is." Perry pointed to a traditional heavy plowing tool used by farmers. A three eyed horse named Ulysses was used to help plow the field. "By plowing, it will bring fresh nutrients to the surface, with a seed-free medium for planting an alternate crop. We need to plow because the seeds will be planted inside and providing a healthy way for our crops to grow. Is that understood Sullivan?" Sulley nodded slowly and he grabbed the plowing tool. He ordered Ulysses to mush and he slowly walked. Sulley started plowing the entire field for a second and soon planted monster cabbage seeds in the field. Carefully not stepping on the beds, he watered them just as every other plant deserves water. The sun shined down on Sulley, which he didn't mind.
Perry was impressed at how Sulley did as he told. Megan and Prim were putting in other seeds in the other fields, along with Gilbert. At 11 AM, they were done putting in the new crops. "Now, it would take at least 3-4 months for our new crops to grow so it will take some time. Luckily, we have corn, tomatoes, strawberries, and blueberries ready for harvest", said Perry. He guided everyone to the right side of the field, surrounded by a field of green. Perry ordered everyone to grab basket. Sulley and Perry would grab the corn, Gilbert will grab the tomatoes, Prim will get the blueberries, and Megan will collect the strawberries. Sulley had never harvest before but he was eager to help. The corn looked delicious like a morning's sun, tempting him to eat. He drooled a little and Perry said, "Tempted by the lushest yellow of the corn Sullivan", Perry laughed.
"I guess so sir", Sulley laughed. There was so much food in the field and Sulley understand how the food comes from. Megan slowly collected the strawberries. She then washed them, and dried them. Prim also did the same thing with the blueberries. By the time it was two o'clock the sun rose on the top of the sun and everyone was done harvesting. "You did a good job James", said Megan. "Thanks Meg", said Sulley. "Wow, look how much we harvested", said Prim. "You'd better believe it. Perfect to sell them in the summertime", said Perry. "What are we going to do with the extra ones sir", asked Sulley. "Well those extra crops are for us and Gwen plans to use them for tonight's dinner. Sullivan, you should rest for a while. Later we will do more farm chores until 6 PM. Feel free to savor the country time", said Perry. Perry and Gilbert carried all the crops to Perry's truck. Tomorrow Gwen plans to sell those crops in the morning. Prim grabbed a basket of blueberries and wanted to share some.
"Here guys, these blueberries have flavor in them." Sulley and Megan tried some blueberries. They never tasted something so good before. The three friends ate more blueberries until their bellies were stuffed with berries. "You have some blueberry juice in your cheek Meg", said Sulley. He clean some off, while Megan giggled by the way she was tickled. "Stop, stop! That tickles James!" She then tickled Sulley back on the tummy. Sulley laughed out loud. "Ah no! Stop Meg! Now I'm ticklish too!" Prim decided to join along with Megan. The both sisters ambushed Sulley with tickling until the three friends tumbled each other over a hill. They all laughed with joy until Perry called Sulley for his help. "Sorry guys, I better go help your father with more chores. I'm still getting use to them and so far, I'm enjoying them." They both nodded and waved goodbye for now. "Later, we can all go near the special place me and Prim go always. It's the best place to savor the moment James! You'll love it!"
Sulley caught up with Perry and Gilbert, willing to do more chores. Perry taught Sulley how to get the eggs from the chicken coop. While he was getting some fresh eggs, most of the chickens starred at him awkwardly. Sulley did not like how they looked at him but he's pretty sure their still getting to know him. Sulley collected many fresh eggs from the coop and put them near the front porch. Then Perry taught Sulley to clean up after the animals in the barn and the coop. Sulley would do whatever he was told to, even though he didn't like the dirty jobs that much. He mostly likes farming in the field, harvesting, and collecting many sources for the farm. He picked up the business from the animals and put it right in the trash. He was eager to do another task. This time, no cleaning up after anyone. He feed the animals this time, which was his second favorite thing. He fed many cows, horses, pigs, chickens, the black cat, and goats. Many of the animals had one, two or three eyes.
Some of them had scales but some had fur and feathers. Gilbert was grooming most of the animals, which he didn't mind. Sulley and Perry decided to fix the old fence before any animals escaped. Then Perry checked the supply shack to see what they need to stock on for the weekend. It turns out they needed more chicken food, fertilizers, and cat food for the black cat. After the job was done, Sulley grew a bit tired from all the hard work but it was worth it.
"James, I'm glad this is your first time helping me out with the chores. How bout we could do it tomorrow bright and early before you and Megan leave to Monstropolis next Monday", said Perry. "Yes Mr. Stewart. I think I'm starting to like these chores now. If you need my help, just say the word", said Sulley. Perry smiled and went to his hammock, feeling the need to sleep for a while. Sulley cleaned his sweat with his arm and noticed how dirty he was. He didn't care much. He finally had the chance to experience hard work at the farm. It was 5 PM and Gwen called out everyone for dinner. Prim and Megan were reading the same book from last time at the front porch. They ran to the table excitedly for the stew. Sulley ran from the barn to the house. Perry and Gilbert also came in to enjoy the stew as well. "Sullivan, you'll love my country stew. It has many herbs, spices, and cooked chicken."
Sulley felt the need to eat some stew, knowing how everyone is eager to eat some. Gwen served corn on the cob, blueberry pie, strawberry shortcake, and some country stew for everyone to eat. Sulley looked at the stew for 10 seconds and tasted some. He was dazed of amazement. He loved the stew so much, he ate is so quickly, he never noticed Gwen's face of surprised. "I can tell you loved my husband's country stew. It's the best stew we made for years and years", said Gwen nervously. "Oh yeah, this is the best stew I had in years sir. I wished I could eat this everyday", said Sulley. "I'm flattered Sullivan. After all, it was passed down by my great grandfather, and to my grandfather, and to my old pa." Sulley also tried some of Gwen's homemade blueberry pie. It was the same blueberries they harvested this morning. Everyone chit chatted about their daily life and they had a good time. Still, Megan's mom is still worried about her and Sulley. After dinner, Megan said, "Mom, can me and Prim show Sulley that special place we always go when we were little?" "I don't know Meg dear. It's dark out there and I don't want you or Prim in harm's way", said Gwen weakly "Please mommy! Meg and I will be safe and besides! Mr. Sullivan will be there, protecting", pleaded Prim. "Well", said Gwen. "It'll be alright Mrs. Stewart. If anything goes wrong with the girls, I'll be there. I promise", said Sulley. "Alright, but please be home by 9."
The girls got up excitedly. Gwen approached to Sulley closer and whispered, "Keep them safe." "Mom, please don't be a worry wart. It's bad to worry a lot and Sulley will be there", said Megan. Gwen nodded sadly, trying to stay strong. She gave the trio old lanterns to see at night. Both girls smiled at Sulley and they grabbed his hands. They ran towards the meadow, the lake, the forest, and finally, the middle of the forest. The forest had many oak trees, surrounding the middle tree. The middle part of the forest had a stream of cold water, coming from the lake they passed. Many fireflies roam around the area, along with some butterflies, mosquitoes, frogs, and all sorts of living things. The trio caught their breath from exhaustion. The area had all sorts of flowers. Flowers like daisies, fuchsias, red bloody roses, and primroses. The tree had large arms and one of the arms had two swings together. Sulley saw how peaceful this place was. He thought it was a sacred place of serenade and love. Megan slowly approached Sulley and said, "This is the place where our daddy takes us. Whenever something bad, sad, or good is happening, he always took us here for comfort. He sings us country songs usually and we pick flowers as a gift for our mother." Prim pointed out a patch of primroses. "Do you see that Mister Sullivan? That's where my name came from. A primrose. That's the name of the flower my parents named me." Sulley smelled the primroses. He never smelled something so sweet in his life. Then, a bee flew to his hand. The bee wasn't pleased to see him bothering the flowers and stunned Sulley.
"Ow!" The girls gasped, saw how the big bee stunned Sulley's hand. "Oh yeah, you better watch it with the flowers. Bees are sensitive to their nectar", said Prim. Megan took Sulley near the stream of cold water. She put his hand into the water, noticing how comfortable it feels. Sulley felt the cool water and imagined him and Megan, swimming together at a cool morning. Prim took out a bandage from her pocket. She put the bandage on Sulley's hand and said, "Always carry bandages at all times." Sulley giggled with Prim's thoughtfulness. Then the girls pulled Sulley into pushing them on the swings. Sulley pushed them on the swings, enjoying how he makes them laugh. After 1 hour, it was 8 o'clock. Prim drifted to sleep and lay down in the middle of Sulley and Megan. "Meg", whispered Prim. "Sing that song. From the book we read today. It makes me sleep faster." Megan cleared her throat, biting her lip.
Deep in the meadow, under the willow
A bed of grass, a soft green pillow
Lay down your head, and close your sleepy eyes
And when you awake, the sun will rise.
Here it's safe, here it's warm
Here the daisies guard you from harm
Here your dreams are sweet and tomorrow brings them true
Here is the place where I love you.
Deep in the meadow, hidden far away
A cloak of leaves, A moonbeam ray,
Forget your woes and let your troubles lay
And when again it's morning, they'll wash away.
Here it's safe, here it's warm
Here the daisies guard you from every harm
Here your dreams are sweet and tomorrow brings them true
Here is the place where I love you.
Prim fell fast asleep, making both monsters smile. "That song", said Sulley. "Did you compose it?"
"Actually no. It's from a book we're reading. It's about a teenage monster girl where she lives in a district. She lived under poverty and her life was very sad. She had a father once but he died from the mine explosions. Right now she lives with her sister and mom. Where she lives, they always reaped every year to pick one boy and girl to fight in a violent game. The game was so violent, the capitol wants to see killing. Then her sister was reaped and she volunteers as tribute. She would do whatever it takes to stay alive or for her sister to stay alive as well", said Megan. "Sometimes the sister kinda reminds me of my sister. I don't know why but it is kind of awkward. But I'll always love Prim.
They both turned on their lanterns to see well in the dark. "So James, how is it like to live in the country?" "Oh yeah, my favorite part about it is farming on the fields, and harvesting. It was so fun. I just hope I get to do it again Megan."
They both smiled at each other and stand up. They were thinking on what they should say. "Megan", said Sulley softly. "I, really like how you live here. It's full of life and I never knew my father used to work with my dad. Your dad is awesome." Megan blushed with happiness. "Aw, go on." Sulley still had to get her back from the tickle fight. He tickled her and she giggled. They both had the same tickle fight from last time and they tumbled over the grass. They laughed so loud, they woke up Prim. "What's going on", moaned Prim. "Oh nothing sis. We were just playing, really. Go back to sleep", said Megan. Prim smiled at them and drifted back to sleep. Megan punched Sulley by the arm and they both laughed out loud in a quiet way. "James, someday I'll get you back with that tickle", she said. "Dream on, Meg", said Sulley.
After 3o minutes, they watched the water flowing down. They never said a word but still, they blushed. "James, it was so much fun with you around today. There's something I want to tell you", said Megan. Sulley listened carefully, while Megan showed the same shy face from yesterday. She mumbled again trying to say it but she couldn't bear the holding it in. Sulley worried about her assistant. "Megan?"
She tried to hold off the tears, trying to tell him her true expression but she regrets it. "Never mind, I think it's too stupid of me to say it." "Oh come on Megg! Just say it! You're starting to worry me sick", he said.
Megan stayed quiet for a second and couldn't hold it much longer. She kissed Sulley in the lips, trying to not let go but Sulley was surprised by the way she acted. "Woah, woah, woah Meg! What are you doing?" Megan's face reddens and slowly runs to the tree, crying. "Megg, why are you crying? Tell me what's going on", said Sulley. "James, the truth is….. I… I….. I…..love….you", she said. Sulley was surprised, the way she acted. "Megg, that's…. so sweet of you", said Sulley softly. "Truth is, I kinda love you too." Megan gasped for a moment with surprised. "Why….. what a coincidence James." They both started at each other, blushing again. "Look, maybe I think this is a bad idea James." "No no no. I think we acted weird from before but we do have a bit in common at first."
"I don't know. My mother wouldn't be pleased with me, going out with you", said Megan regretfully.
"Megan, as much as I hate to admit, I truly love you. Let me be your boyfriend. I've been dying to know about you at first and yeah, I accidently fell in love with you. Please don't get mad", begged Sulley.
"Ugh, of all the foolish men in the world, you had to be one of them", grunted Megan
"Meg?"
"Sulley! Yes! I want to be your girlfriend always! Let us be in love for a time! I want you to be on my side! Please Sulley! We were just getting to know each other and we should secretly be in love!"
Sulley smiled at the way she acted. They both slowly looked at each other. They put their faces together and blam! They kissed slowly as possible. For the second time, they kissed each other for real. "What's going on", groaned Prim. They both widen their eyes and acted natural in front of the 12 year old monster. "Uh nothing", said both. Prim yawned, trying to go back to sleep. "I think it's time to go home", said Sulley. Megan nodded and Sulley carried Prim, half asleep, half awake. It was the best day they had in their lives. While they got home, they saw Gwen waiting for their return. "Oh dear! What's wrong with Prim!?" "Nothing mom. She's just tired from all that enthusiasm from today. We'll take her to her room", said Megan assuring her mother. She sighed in relief and went inside to go to bed. "Very well you two. Good night, and please Mr. Sullivan, you'll be sleeping in the guest room." Sulley nodded and tucked Prim in her bed. The two monsters looked at her, with smiles. "Good night Sulley. Today was one of the best nights I had. This one is even better. And please, let our love become a secret." "Yes Meg, goodnight", said Sulley. Megan slowly approached Sulley and kissed him in the cheek. He blushed with love and went to the guest room. Sulley was exhausted from the excitement today and took deep breaths in his sleep. "It's the start of a new love", he thought.
Wow, this is the first chapter I ever wrote sooo long. Yeah, forgive me on that. I wanted to make this chapter special. I think I'll take a break for now and get back to work on the story. Hopefully their relationship will stay strong. As always, you're welcome to review anytime. Bye
P.S. Like I said from before, Megan's sister is a small parody of Primrose Everdeen from the Hunger Games and yeah, I added more parody to give more feelings into the story. Please note it's not a Hunger Games Monsters Inc crossover.
UPDATE: I had to fix some minor errors in this chapter.
UPDATE 2: I accidentally put the name Celia in the chaper. My bad