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Mike sat up abruptly in his bed. He had been awoken by a terrible nightmare that included hanging out with Hopper and it going terribly wrong. He suddenly remembered he was going fishing with Hop, and he had to make a good impression. They had been around each other for years and even went on vacation together, yet he didn't know much about Hop. Mike was determined to prove he was worthy of Eleven. Sometimes he still didn't know how he managed to get a girl like her, but in this situation he had to be confident.
Mike showered and threw on a red and black checkered button up and some black pants. He put on a beige vest that had pockets full of fishing gear from when his dad had taken him fishing years ago. He had some black rubber boots that he slipped on. He may have even sprayed some of his dad's cologne. He was nervous but ready for this trip.
Hopper pulled up in his patrol car and Mike's hands started to shake. He took a deep breath and hopped in the vehicle. It was silent for about a minute until Hop spoke.
"Good Morning Mike." Hop said.
Mike replied, "Good Morning Hop."
"Nice vest. I wasn't sure if you had been fishing before." Hop stated.
"My dad used to take me all the time. We didn't catch much but it was always fun." Mike explained.
"I intend to catch enough to have fish for dinner. I think we can pull it off." Hop said.
Mike agreed, "I'm positive we can."
"I borrowed my buddy's pontoon boat. I can drive us out to a good fishing area and then we can just relax and fish." Hopper said.
"Sounds good to me." Mike stated.
"I want to get to know you, so we can chat while we wait for the fish to bite." Hop explained.
"Alright." Mike agreed.
They arrived at the lake and Mike helped Hopper get his gear on the boat. The ride out to the middle of the lake was breezy and nice. The water was a nice temperature in fall. Hop anchored the boat and they were ready to cast out their poles. Hop decided to ask Mike a few questions about himself.
"So Mike El says you love science. What type of science is your favorite?" Hop said.
"Probably, biology." Mike answered.
Hop replied, "Biology is cool. I was never good at science especially astronomy. I did enjoy dissections in school though."
"I'm not the best at astronomy myself. It's very complex with all the planets, stars, galaxies, and moons. I get lost sometimes." Mike explained.
"Thanks for getting El into AV club. It's very helpful that she can help fix technology problems around the house." Hop stated.
Mike said, "No problem. I'm glad we are interested in similar things. We have different passions, but we can find common interests still. I didn't know anything about music until El learned. She taught me a little bit about. Apparently, my voice is above average. She keeps trying to teach me how to sing."
"It's nice of you to let her teach you things you don't have much interest in." Hop said.
Mike replied, "I've got a new appreciation for music thanks to her. I've got more songs to listen too now, so I don't get bored with the same few songs. We are actually working on a duet, but it's supposed to be a secret."
"I can't wait to hear it. I'm sure she has taught you well. I can't believe she went from not knowing anything about the outside world to being able to sing and play guitar." Hop stated.
"She is quite amazing. That's why I love her." Mike said.
"I'm glad she has a good guy like you instead of a deadbeat jerk. I trust you will protect her with your mental toughness. You seem to be a perfect gentleman, so I promise to not give you a hard time anymore. Anyway, how's the lab remodeling going?" Hop asked.
Mike answered, "Good we cleared out all the junk and left a few useful things. We just have to move our equipment in and figure out a game plan for our business. We want it to be a place for all ages to come and learn about science
We want to inspire youngsters to become scientists. We might need some security if we get big enough."
"I can hook you up with some of my best guys. It seems like you are being very mature. You have a job and seem financially stable." Hop stated.
Mike said, "Thanks Hop. I want to be stable, so I can support your daughter and her dreams. She deserves to be treated like a princess. She is my princess. To this day I haven't found a single flaw about her. El is beautiful, kind, smart, talented, funny and loving. She puts everyone before herself and still manages to excel."
"It seems like you think highly of my daughter. I believe she is my princess also, but we can share. El looks up to you Mike. My biggest fear was that you loved her out of pity of her past. I can see now that isn't true at all. You deserve her and she deserves you." Hop explained.
"I never have put pity on El. I looked up to her for being courageous enough to escape her past and move on. Hop, I have a question for you now." Mike stated.
Hopper replied, "What's that Mike?"
"Hopper your daughter is my favorite person in the entire world. She is the whole package. I'm saving money up for the next few years. She's been my favorite person since I met her. I can't imagine my life without her. She came into my life when my spirits were low. I consider myself lucky to have a girl as special as her. She loved me even though I was the nerdy kid in school. She accepts me for who I am. I've only ever loved one girl and that's El. I don't see myself ever loving anyone else. I want to spend my entire life with her. I want to give her the family and Home she wants. I want to give her the fantastic wedding and honeymoon she deserves. Out of respect of you, I want to ask permission to propose to El on New Years Eve?" Mike asked.
"I will allow you to on one condition." Hop said,
"Anything Hop." Mike answered.
Hop replied, "You promise to give her everything you just said and love her forever. Also, sing that duet at the wedding."
"I promise I will Hop. I've always intended to do so. You've got a deal that duet will be the show stopper of the wedding." Mike promised.
"El is the one who told me to get to know you better. I'm glad I listened." Hop said.
"Wait! I've got something. I'm realing it in." Mike yelled.
Hop exclaimed as Mike pulled out a fish, "It's your lucky day Mike. You've got a huge fish and a soon to be wife."
Hopper drove the boat to shore after awhile and they packed up their stuff. Hop decided he would get the fish ready to fry for dinner the next day. Mike agreed to have a family dinner all together. Hop dropped off Mike.
That dinner would be a fun time full of games, fishing jokes, and conversation between the Hoppers and Wheelers.