From Big Brother to Father 2
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Waking up later than usual, Lincoln was in a rush to making the girls breakfast as evident by the scrambling mess that was once his kitchen.
"Alright girls, here you go one egg and toast for you, and for you, and for you, and for you…" listed off Lincoln as he came to a clear stop as he finished packing everyone a bagged lunch.
"Hey Lincoln, this may come off last minute, but I need to bring snacks today for my team" said Lynn, "That is extremely last minute Lynn" said Lincoln as he paused to address her before going back to handing everyone their lunch.
"Look if I can find time later on today, I could swing by for you to share some small snacks with your team, otherwise tell your crew to grab an extra snack in the vending machine" said Lincoln.
"Hey Lincoln, I know this might be a large request since we only got one 2 seater car, but any chance I can catch a ride today and be dropped off with my equipment at a venue tonight" asked Luna.
"I'm sorry Lune's but that is not gonna happen today" said Lincoln, "What about taking me to my gymnastics later on" asked Lola before all the Loud sisters started bombarding their brother with requests.
Slamming his hands on the counter, Lincoln got everyone's attention as he let out a sigh.
"Girls, I did promise and I am committed to raising you the same way mom and dad did, but the reality is, we are all gonna be limited towards our activities, at least for the time being, so please help me to help you guys" said Lincoln as the day hadn't started but he already felt defeated.
"He's right girls, we all got to do our part today" said Lori as she scarfed down the rest of her toast, "Lola, I can take you to your gymnastics class later on".
"But what about your date with Bobby" asked Luan, "He'll understand for my reason to cancel, plus he's been wanting to pick up more shifts" said Lori.
"I guess I can try to give Chunk a call if he's not to busy" said Luna, "Lisa, I can help set up your room for you video conference later on in my room" said Leni.
"Thank you, and I guess when I'm done I can help Lana, Lynn, and Lori with their homework later on" said Lisa as the sisters realize that they really are going to have to work together if they want their brother to take care of them.
"All right, all for one and one for all fam, now hurry up you all have to take the bus today" said Lincoln as he began to usher his sisters outside, leaving him time to clean some of the dishes.
Once done, Lincoln packed a diaper bag for Lily as he proceeded to attempt setting up a temporary booster seat in his car, before driving to the local dealership.
"Howdy there friend, welcome to Easy Eddie's auto dealership, I'm Easy Eddie friend" said Easy Eddie, "Hi, I was hoping you'd be willing to exchange my vehicle for something new" said Lincoln.
"Yee-haw partner, if my eyes don't deceive me, that's 2010 Dodge ain't it" said Easy Eddie, "Yeah, she's got good milage, never been in a car accident, and has very small alterations done to her" said Lincoln.
"Wowie, I got to say I am enamored by this beauty, so tell me son, what kind of vehicle are you looking for being a single dad and all, cause I've got lots, I've got Honda's from the 90's to the 2000's, Mustang Ford's from the 70's to 90's, I even got a great '96 Toyota that's great for heavy duty" said Easy Eddie.
"I'm looking for a family van, that can carry up to 12 passengers at least, something modern, and something with a track record that guarantee's to near no accidents" said Lincoln.
"Quite the tall order, but I'm certain we can find something, why not come into my office son" said Easy Eddie.
Once inside, both men sit down as Easy Eddie pulled out 3 folders from out his desk.
"Here's what I got to offer son, I've got a 60's Van that can easily seat 10-12 people, the owner being in no accidents but has accumulated in a few parker tickets" said Easy Eddie.
"That's gonna be a hard pass" said Lincoln bluntly, "Ok, well I've got this classic Van from 2003, can seat up to 8 passengers, but it's got cupholders all around, and a movie set up for the kids to watch while driving" said Easy Eddie.
"It looks nice, but the seating is the only other deal breaker to me" said Lincoln as he was doubting that this man had what he wanted.
"Well I do have one more vehicle in stock, granted it's not ready perse, but it's a 2007 12 seater, and is fitted to be customized here in shop before I hand it out to you, so if you say wanted a better radio to stereo system, to even the movie I mention, want to add or remove cupholders, well we can always negotiate" said Easy Eddie as Lincoln began to examine the Van as it was already.
"As it stands, what does the van got" asked Lincoln, "Stock radio and speakers, roughly 8 cupholders, and that's it" said Easy Eddie.
Thinking about it hard, while it would be nice to have some more bells and whistles, that's all they were at the end of the day.
"What's your offer" asked Lincoln, "Trade in your car, I ask only but an additional 7,800 dollars" said Easy Eddie.
"That's crazy man, my Dodge is definitely worth more than that" said Lincoln, "It's worth more than a Buick son, that's where it's value is at" said Easy Eddie.
"How about, my car plus 4,500" said Lincoln, "I'll tell you what, I can lower it down to 7,200" said Easy Eddie as the pair went back and forth and haggled on the price, before Lincoln was forced to pull out his ace.
Setting Lily on the man's lap, she cried as loud as she could, leaving the vendor flustered and speechless.
"Ok friend, how about 4,800" said Easy Eddie as Lincoln picked his sister back up, "Toss in a new paint job and we got a deal" said Lincoln as the 2 men shake on it as they began to do paperwork.
A few signatures here and there, and 6 hours later, Lincoln was out the dealership with a brand new family van, painted in his signature orange color.
Getting a feel for the vehicle, Lincoln saw he still had time to run by the grocery store and pick up some snacks for Lynn's team today.
Just as he was ready to text Lynn that he was finally going to come through, Lincoln got a call from Royal Woods Middle.
"Hello" asked Lincoln, "Mr. Loud, this is Principle Remirez, I'm calling you today about your sister Lynn" said the middle school principle.
Time Skip
Apparently, Lynn got into a heated altercation with a student resulting in a fight regarding her statues being a jock without parents.
While it didn't escalated into something more violent, and while it was clear Lynn was the victim, consequences were still administered.
She was suspended from the rest of the season from participating in any sports, and had to serve only the rest of the week in detention.
Still it was a bittersweet feeling as Lincoln decided to take her home early so they can talk things out.
"Lynn. Lynn!" called Lincoln getting the teenage girls attention, "What is it" asked Lynn.
"I want you to understand something, I am neither mad nor disappointed at what you did, but we got to agree that getting into fights is bad" said Lincoln as Lynn gave him a board look.
"Did you hear what I said young lady" asked Lincoln, "Loud and clear" said Lynn as the 2 remained silent for the rest of the ride home.
Once there Lynn stormed her way up to her bedroom as Lincoln was unsure how to deal with the situation.
Still it didn't mean he had to stop his new busy schedule for one person, as he had to go pick up his sisters that had nothing to do today from school.
Staying in touch and notified about the whereabouts of his other sisters in a family group chat, Lincoln couldn't help but think about Lynn.
"Hey Lincoln" said Lucy as she startled her brother as he was in the midst of making dinner.
"Jeez Lucy, don't do that please" said Lincoln as he nearly lost a grilled cheese, "Forgive me, but I think you should know that Lynn is in a bit of a mood right now" said Lucy.
"What kind of mood" asked Lincoln, "She's been bouncing a baseball back and forth off the wall, and has been brooding since we've got home from school" said Lucy.
"I know, I'm well aware and know the reason why, it's just it's hard to divide my attention with you girls evenly, let alone one on one" said Lincoln, "We did say were committed to helping you help us, or as you said all for one and one for all" said Lucy.
Stepping out the kitchen for a minute, Lucy came back with Luan as the 2 sisters put on their aprons and tagged Lincoln out so he can focus on Lynn.
Making his way upstairs, Lincoln took a minute to compose himself as he let out a deep breath.
"Lynn, I'm coming in" said Lincoln as he let himself in to see Lynn doing exactly what Lucy had explained.
"Hey there champ, have you cooled off yet to want to talk about it" asked Lincoln, "No" said Lynn bluntly.
Deciding it was better to intervene, Lincoln stepped up and grabbed her baseball midair from his sister, finally getting her attention.
"What gives!" jeered Lynn, "You're being kinda rude, and your attitude is bothering Lucy" said Lincoln.
"This has nothing to do with Lucy" said Lynn, "It's indirectly bothering her, and last thing I need is for her to feel uncomfortable or anyone else for that matter, including you" said Lincoln as he made a spot on Lynn's bed.
"Lynn, I get it, it sucks to be hit the reality that we lost mom and dad, and that people may use that knowledge in vain on us, but it's better to take the high road on this matter" said Lincoln.
"That's easy for you to say, I'm not gonna stand there and let some kid damn our parents, I mean what did they ever do that was wrong, they loved and cared for us, and yet they're…" said Lynn as she was on the brink of tears.
"They're gone" said Lincoln as Lynn threw herself onto her brother and just cried in his shoulder for a while.
I swear teenagers are real monsters, thought Lincoln as he held Lynn while trying to calm her down.
"Lynn I'm sorry you had to be the one to experience this, and I wish mom and dad could be here right now to comfort you, cause if they were here, they'd say your actions have merit when it comes to protecting you family, but don't stoop to their level" said Lincoln.
"Don't be afraid to be passionate on how you go about with your life, just ground yourself girl" said Lincoln as the pair remained in place for a few more minutes before finally joining everyone for after dinner.
Once everyone had finished eating, Lincoln finished doing the dishes, and taking out the trash as he took the opportunity to try and call his grandpa Albert, only to get suddenly called by his uncle Matt.
"Hello" said Lincoln, "Hey Lincoln, it's your uncle and I well just wanted to check up on you and the girls" Matt said awkwardly.
"We're doing fine, for the most part considering how the feeling of loosing mom and dad is still fresh" said Lincoln, "I see. Well I thought on checking up on you guys regardless, and just wanted to let you know that contact has finally been reached out to grandpa Leonard" said Matt.
"How is gramps doing" asked Lincoln "He was living his life by being on the adventure of a life, but once he heard your mom and dad dying, he's actually making plans to sail his way to Camp Mastodon in the weeks to come, so I'll keep you in loop so you guys can catch up with him" said Matt.
"Great to know, and thanks uncle" said Lincoln, "No problem kid, I know after everything that was said and done during your parents funeral, just know that I'm here for you and I can help you within the best of my abilities kid. Have a good night" said Matt.
"Good night" said Lincoln as he finally hung up the phone as he took a minute to think back what happened these last few days as he looked back inside through the window that his sisters were living their lives in ignorance, though Lincoln knows it's most likely a front to maintain his mental health.
Putting such deep thoughts aside, Lincoln stepped back inside his house with a smile on his face as he still had a lot of things to do.
"Girls, gather around for an emergency family meeting" said Lincoln as all his sisters fell in line.
"What's up bro" asked Luna, "Well as all of you know I've finally got us a family van, meaning I can drop you guys off to school until I start working again, and while I've got free time to help you guys, I can't help all of you, all the time, with that being said, we're all gonna sit down and chat about all of your guys' planned events or moments of significant milestones" said Lincoln.
"Can't we text you these events as we go along" asked Lori, "I want to be apparent for you guys, but also I need to divide my time equally and if I'm at work for an important day I want to try and work around it" said Lincoln.
"Also I could use your guys help as to who should we leave in charge to babysit Lily throughout the day while I work" said Lincoln, "Always thinking 10 steps ahead" said Lisa with an approval smirk.
"I have to now. Now let's get down to business girls" said Lincoln as he jotted down and wrote on the calendar for important dates or events his sisters want to do.
Granted he'd discovered at least 6 sisters had shared something on the same day, but he can only be limited to 2-3 of those events.
Still it was a start as he got himself an itinerary for the next 3 weeks in advance as he dismissed all his siblings to sleep as he tried to even everyone's busy schedule with his.
"Ok, I go back into work later this week to greet and train the new employee's leading to the grand opening" said Lincoln to himself unaware that Lisa was about to join him.
"Pardon me brother and legal guardian unit" said Lisa, "Lisa? What are you doing up, it's almost midnight" said Lincoln.
"I'm well aware, but seeing you motivated and at times stressing yourself out to be present in our daily lives, got me motivated in wanting to help, or at least ease the burden of your scheduling" said Lisa.
"I appreciate the sentiment Lisa, but that doesn't mean you need to be sleep deprived for my own well being as well" said Lincoln, "I understand and respect what you're saying, but for now my I present you, you're very own personal secretary" said Lisa as she pulled out a rectangular device with a Walkman like aesthetic.
Setting the device down, the machine began to turn on as it stood on 2 multi surface legs, and sprouted one arm from it's left as it waved at Lincoln.
"Hi" said Lincoln nervously, "Fear not Lincoln, I assure you that R3DD13 is completely glitch free and wants nothing more than to help you" said Lisa.
"What's his name now" asked Lincoln, "R3DD13, spelt in L33K speak like how many computer nerds used to talk back in the late 90's" said Lisa.
"Good to know, but how does he help me" asked Lincoln as R3DD13 pulled out a Bluetooth ear piece for Lincoln to put on.
"While R3DD13 here will constantly revise and review schedules for both our siblings and for your future coworkers, he'll remind you by beeping either in your ear with that device or by himself when you're absorbed in work, and will sent you a direct message to your phone, giving you time to relax and put your feet up when you need it" said Lisa.
"Gee Lisa, that's very thoughtful of you, thanks" said Lincoln, "My pleasure, now I'm going to turn in for the day, after I volunteered to loose 2 hours of my precious 8 hour sleep cycle" said Lisa.
"Goodnight Lisa, please don't pull any all-nighters from here on" said Lincoln, "No promise" said Lisa as Lincoln was left alone with his device.
"Want to help me out buddy" asked Lincoln to R3DD13 as the device gave a delightful beep.
Hello people, I'm here to update a new chapter at this nearly forgotten fic as a means to get my creative juices flowing since I've been dealing with some writers block as of late.
I'll definitely write one more chapter in the near future, before deciding to move on from this or dedicate my time on it depending on the feedback.
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This has been your Humble Narrator and official author Tobi Yaza. =3