GWB02E

47. Chapter 2. Meeting of Old Friends. A new house.

Ail and Ann along with their son had left for another planet. Luckily, Roy was able to communicate with them when they had not yet left Earth's orbit. He then told them what was happening, focusing especially on his next test. His friends, very happy for him, agreed to stay one more time. Roy then transported them home. Nor did he want to tell them much about the experience he and Bertie had with federal agents since the alien pair did not live on Earth. Diamond and Emerald came from Paris, with some adventure that provided them with some headaches. Petz and Sapphire also wanted to be present and so were the warriors and Nephrite. The latter came from London, there, he had met a girl named Amanda, a journalist with whom he had to go through some other adventure. But the first people to arrive, of course, were Annie and Ail with Roy. Ann was bringing her son in a carrycot. As soon as they appeared in the middle of the room, Beruche came toward them with open arms.

-Ann, Ail, how happy I am to see you again! - She exclaimed, looking at the child and giving him a few strokes. - It is incredible to see how he has grown in such a short time, he is very cute!

-Oh he really is? - Ann smiled with genuine motherly passion. – Thanks Bertie.

The child began to cry, Annie took him in her arms and put him a pacifier, the little boy closed his eyes, then she left him back in the carrycot.

-I hope he falls asleep. - Annie added sighing - he gave us quite a night yesterday! ...

-I'm glad to see you, Bertie.- Ail smiled, - and you. - He turned to Roy now. - Congratulations! , You will finally play in the professional league. That's what you wanted, right?

-How do you know? - Beruche asked the alien with a surprised face. -

-How could I not know? - Ail laughed jokingly, - during training in the Corner of the Soul and Time he did not stop telling us about that in the breaks!

-Yes, - Roy admitted, embarrassed but amused at the same time. - The truth is that I've wanted it since childhood. My father was a fan and since I was very young he took care of buying me a ball and putting a basket. Although I will have to take care not to use my powers. - He stated in a reflective tone to add more jovial. - Well, enough of talking about me! How about you? Do not you want to stay a little longer on Earth?

-We were fine here, - Ann said with some pity in her tone as she explained. - But we miss our house, we leave the Makaiju there with some fellows and he must be very sad. For him, Giaal is like a grandson. We'll go see him and we may come back here again.

-It's a long trip, - Ail added. - It will take a few months to arrive, but we would not miss your debut. I suppose we can delay our departure for a few days.

-I appreciate it guys, by the way, stay here as long as you like. - Roy offered them enthusiastically, then telling them! - Bertie and I have bought a house and moved there.

His partner put on a surprised expression, which, by the way, was evident in her open mouth and eyes size of dishes.

-We do not want to disturb you. - Annie said timidly, oblivious to her hostess's puzzled face. - You have it all your belongings here.

-That's no trouble. - Roy hurried to say – don´t worry. I do not want to hear you say anything Eh? You need some independence for you and the child.

Ail and Ann thanked him and Beruche, still stunned, allowed them to settle. She grabbed Roy by the hand and led him into another room willing to clear up the matter. Immediately, arms in jars, she interrogated him between stern and unbelieving.

-Let´s see my dear. Explain this to me. What is it that we have bought a house? – And she stressed the word "we" with much emphasis. -

-I'm sorry honey, the truth is that it's a gift from the government.- Roy was able to explain. - It's a magnificent villa in a suburban residential area! They told me the other day, in training and I wanted it to be a surprise, but now I said it without thinking. - He lamented – I am sorry! Excuse me. I really was going to tell you.

She pretended to be angry, but deep down she was dying to see that chalet. At last she recognized it with a smile.

-I'm anxious to know the place

-Let's go there!" – The boy encouraged her, he was relieved that his girlfriend was no longer angry. - I tell Ail and Ann so they can come and see it too.

Beruche nodded enthusiastically, Roy offered them both if they wanted to accompany them but Annie apologized saying that they should settle with the child. In addition, she and Ail believed that this was a time for their friends to live that moment in intimacy.

-I have to feed him, the poor thing is hungry. And after traveling through space we are always very tired. - She justified herself by adding. - Anyway, Ail can go with you if you want.

-I do not want to leave Annie and our son alone, - he added, apologetically. - Do not take it bad Roy, but I would like to be with  them.

-I understand you, my friend, I would do the same, - he admitted sympathetically. -

-You can show us another day, can´t you?- Ail replied gratefully. -

-Of course, take it for granted! - The boy agreed while he shook hands with his partner and greeted with the other Ann and the baby. Then he turned to Bertie, who was waiting in the other room. – Well, little cube, we leave, only you and I, flying we will arrive immediately.

-No, - she smiled, denying with a finger. - I've told you a thousand times. We must behave like normal people, we will go by taxi.

-But that costs a lot! - Roy objected, shaking one of his hands. -

-Do not be silly! - She insisted. - Do you want us to go out on the cover of every newspaper? - She added with a pretense pompous tone and no less burlesque. - The flying man and his girlfriend. - And after a brief moment of silence, the girl added already of reasoned and more serious form. - I've told you so many times. If we want to have a normal life, we must do our best to behave in a normal way. Don’t you think so? Or we cannot demand that they treat us as such.

-All right, whatever you choose, honey. You're right. - He admitted  and immediately he phoned for a taxi and, efficiency of the service, in a few minutes they had one waiting for them.- Let´s go…

They went to the street and went into the cab,  the taxi driver asked them where they wanted to go with a pronounced Mexican accent. Beruche smiled, recognizing that voice. Even though it had been quite some time.

-Hey! Do not you remember me? - She asked the taxi driver. - A little over a year ago.

-Mademoiselle? -The driver replied without falling into who might be his client. -

-You picked me up and my sister, you took us to Golden State College, - the girl clarified. -

-Let me think no more. - There was a moment's silence, and suddenly the man hit the wheel to exclaim. - Of course, the college chamacas! How did it go? Do you already finished studying?

-Yes, and we are already teachers, both of us! - Bertie smiled with visible pride. -

-Do not tell me that you know each other? - Roy said another exclamation in turn. - What a coincidence, with all the taxis in New York!

-Well, yes, compadre, very pretty and very generous girls. I got a very good tip and that is not forgotten. How's your little sister doing?

-She will be coming soon, - replied Bertie. - For the game of ... - Then she realized that she had not presented. - Sorry! How could I have been so negligent! You see, this is my boyfriend, he's going to play with the Knicks.

-Congratulations, man! – Said the taxi driver adding in Spanish. -En la liga professional, tendrá que atarse los machos” -

To the surprise of Beruche, who had not understood anything, the boy answered in the same language.

-Si, me los ataré bien. Y daré mucho que hablar.- Roy laughed.-  I do not do anything wrong.

-Can you speak Spanish? - Bertie asked, not surprising. -

-I grew up in this city. - Roy explained. - Do not forget that the Hispanic community is very numerous. And when I was young, I had Hispanic friends. So I spent the day playing in the street and learned the language.

-Well, it's quite a surprise. - She smiled and asked the taxi driver again. - How is your family? Your children well, I suppose. And your wife? ...

-They're very well, thank you, and we have one more little “chamaquito”. - The taxi driver answered in a very pleased tone. -

-How happy I am! Congratulations! - Beruche declared, thinking that man could fill an entire class of children as he continued this way. -

At last they reached the outskirts, beyond the metropolitan area. The man entered a long and almost deserted road that was flanked by gardens and villas, typical of a high-end residential area. Roy asked him to stop and when the car stopped and the taxi driver informed him of the fare he paid quickly. Apart from the tip, he gave her a couple of tickets for the match. Fortunately, the scouts gave several to each player and he had been awarded with twenty.

-Here he is, I hope you can  go with your wife or some son to cheer us up.

-My friend, I've been a Knicks fan since I arrived to town. And from now on your admirer. I am convinced that this year we will win the league! ¡Ándele y suerte!

-Do not doubt it!" Roy said with equal enthusiasm. - At least I'll do my best. Muchas gracias amigo.

The man turned from his seat as they both came out.

-My best wishes to your little sister. - He told Bertie, wishing him well, - and good luck. You are good people. May the two be very blessed!

-Gracias señor. - She could reply, this time in Spanish. -

Although the taxi driver should not have heard it since he started getting lost in traffic. Beruche looked at the cab and smiled.

-What surprises life has in store, it's been a year since I arrived and it seems like a whole eternity, so many things have changed! She said, taking hold of Roy's hand as they walked along the sidewalks that flanked the place. - Sometimes I think I've lived many different lives.

-Yes, I understand you, cubito.- He agreed using the Spanish world for her girlfriend’s nickname.- And now we have the best part to enjoy it. You will see! The best is yet to come!

And with that optimism they continued their walk by that zone of residences. It was a high class or even a select place. The truth is that they had already saw several houses to which more beautiful and great. Bertie felt a tremendous curiosity to know what could be theirs, although her boyfriend did not give her a clue. Until, at last, he stopped in front of one.

-Do you like that one, Bertie? - The boy asked pointing to a villa with a huge swimming pool. -

-Yes, I love it Roy, it's beautiful! - She exclaimed with a big smile. -

-What a shame, that's not it! - He rebuffed, who laughed wanting to see the face of annoyance of his girlfriend. - What  can we do!

-Ay, but what a fool you can be sometimes! - she reproached him with annoyance, giving him a hit on his head.-

-Ha, ha, ha! Do not be angry. - He asked with a funny gesture taking her by the hand to make her walk to an even bigger one and with a bigger pool still. - And that, would you like that one there?

-Yes, I like it, it is not bad. - Beruche said dispassionately, stating suspiciously. - But I'm not going to take the bite this time.

Although Roy took her in his arms and entered the garden of the villa. He then pulled out some keys and opened the door, asserting triumphantly.

-But this time, this is the one, cubito! Do you like it now?

-Oh, it's beautiful! - The young woman exclaimed, her face illuminated by the happiness hugging the boy. Now there was no cheating and she told him full of enthusiasm. - How much I love you!

He let himself be squeezed and when a few more kisses were exchanged, Roy told her more calmly.

 -Look, it's a very short drive from the city. And far enough away so that we have no noise or pollution. - The girl nodded enthusiastically and he added with joy. - Well, cubito, come, let's see everything! He set her on the ground and they walked together across the villa. - We have to travel a long way.

That's how it was. The house was huge, it had two floors and, on the second, a very wide attic on top. Roy led her into the kitchen and pulled out a bottle of champagne he had left there.

-The only pity is that there is not even a fridge.-  He lamented at the prospect that the drink would be hot. -

-Do not worry. - The girl smiled wryly as she declared. - That's what I am for, - and she cooled the bottle, concentrating her powers on her hands as she announced with pomp and rejoicing. - I'm the Ice Lady, remember?

-I thought you did not have powers without turning you into Justiciera. - Roy said with a surprised look. -

- Not too many, but I have enough for this and for this another. - She said maliciously. -

And without warning she slipped her hand into his pants, laughing mischievously. Then she looked that naughty and playful girl who she has been in the past as a servant of the Black Moon. This was her little revenge for the uncertainty that fool of Roy had put her through. The boy jumped as he took his girlfriend´s hand.

-Do not do that to me, you're going to freeze the most precious thing I have!

-Frozen barn! - Bertie laughed. -

He joined in the laughter promising that the girl would find out what was good as soon as he thawed. So they laughed again and drank the champagne. After a while and on a mat they had in one of the rooms, Roy fulfilled that particular threat and the girl found it out! After resting for a while embraced, they decided to return to the apartment. He assured that they could move that day and his partner nodded happily. Before the funny faces of Ail and Ann who watched their friends in their frantic  motion to pack things and to find what they needed more urgently.

-Can we give you a hand? - Annie offered, rocking a tearful Giaal. -

-No, you take it easy. - Bertie replied with a good humor. -  There are not to many things we are going to need so far.

-Compared with what we had to do in the Corner this is nothing, right friend? -Roy winking at the extraterrestrial.-

-Of course, - he conceded with a smile, telling the girls. - I still remember when we had to repaint Kaio-sama's house.

-What a nerve he had. He took advantage of us! - His friend smiled. – Well, in fact we ruined his home a little.- Roy admitted burst into laugh.-

-You had many experiences there. - Bertie said, carrying a cardboard box with both hands. -

-Someday we tell them all. True mate? - Commented a lively Roy speaking now to Ail.-

-Yes, when we do not meet with the others. It will be fun.- The alien agreed.-

            So they packed the most needed. Once they finished and they did not waste a minute they called a moving truck. However, when they reached the villa again, they found that someone had furnished the house with what they lacked. Beruche discovered that, on the lintel of the entrance door, there was a note that read. "Greetings from  the Mayor of New York."

-Oh, when I tell the Kansas peasant, he's going to die of envy.- Roy comment with rejoicing. -

-I imagine that there will be something similar for them. - Beruche conjectured, now more seriously. -

-The truth is that something I heard. - The boy smiled mischievously - but I will say no more. - He nodded with amusement. -

-Tell me about it!- She asked, but he shook his head and smirked. - Come on, tell me! - Insisted the girl in a honeyed voice. -

-That I do not do it, do not insist, - Roy said, who caressed the girl's neck a little while she did the same with him, something below. - Well, if you ask me like that, maybe I'll tell you a little… - corrected the boy while Beruche made him crouch down to be able to kiss him. - Or maybe I'll tell you everything ...

Meanwhile Ail and Ann laughed as their two friends hurried to their new home.

-I'm very happy for them,-  the girl said when finally managed to sleep her son.

-They are very good people. I hope they will be very happy together.- Added Ail.-

-Yes, on the one hand I'm sorry to have to leave, we leave behind so many friends, the warriors.-  Annie sighed with a sadness. - But of another I know that our place is with the sacred tree and that our son must grow near him.

-That does not mean we cannot come back for a visit sometime. - Ail said, trying to cheer her up. -Now that we have so many friends here.

Her companion nodded. That's what I expected. She had become a good friend of the sisters, especially with Bertie. Petz also appreciated her a lot since Sapphire and Ail were very good friends in turn. With Cooan she also got along great. It saddened her to know what happened to Karaberasu. But she was hoping that girl would come back sooner or later. And then there was Emerald who did not look seems as a bad girl. Though she had known her less than the rest. Almost guided by a foreboding, she pulled out her deck of cards. Her companion looked at her strangely and wanted to know.

-What do you get the deck now?

-I want to read the arcana a little. - The girl said . - To see that the future holds us all.

Ail shrugged, possibly for some time Annie wondering what awaited them and their friends. The girl concentrated and was placing the cards. It had not been a long time before she looked at the mallet and the ones lying on a nearby table.

-How weird! - She said in a reflective tone.-

-What happen? Have you seen anything? - Ail wanted to know.-

-I do not know ... it's very strange.- She could describe ... I do not understand, I have a card that indicates change, but two others that divide their meaning, as if there were two ways to follow at the same time. But that is not possible…

-Have not you done them wrong? - The boy asked. -

-I did it well. I'm sure. - she affirmed adding in a thoughtfully voice. - This is very strange ...

-Leave it ... we're tired, the boy has been crying a lot. We'd better rest a little. You'll read them when you're cooler.

-Yes. It may be.- She agreed to pick up the deck and put it back in a bag she had.-

The couple decided to rest in the room that their friends had left prepared for them. Exhausted soon fell asleep, fortunately little Giaal let them catch a good sleep without problems.

At the campsite, Tom and Cooan could finally have some privacy. No more intrusions on the part of the guard. The two days had already passed and they were about to return home. The truth is that they remembered how before that excursion had gone to Portland to know the surroundings. Considering that they would work there they had to find a house to live in. They thought of being on rent, although the boy was excited to have a home of their own, something that could be theirs. Like his own parents who owned a farm on which he grew up. His girlfriend was delighted with that idea. The truth is that together with Tommy  she had gone to visit the house of Mr. and Mrs. Rodney and after being received by them very kindly she could walk holding hands with the boy touring those large fields of wheat and barley that glowed golden at dusk.

-It's like the song!- - She sighed as they walked along some open stretches between plot and plot. - Tommy, it's a beautiful place.

-It is and much more now that you are here.- The young man smiled. -

Cooan blushed, looking at him in delight. In fact, she could read in that boy's eyes all the love he felt for her. It seemed wonderful to her. How different was that than the cold and distant look from his former boss! Sometimes she could not believe how naive and foolish she was when she did not realize something so obvious. Now, however, it was very different. To the thread of those reflections she commented, hopefully.

-This is like a dream. Free at last of the forces of darkness. Living in peace and with love. And surrounded by our family and friends.

 -I think so, - he agreed with a big smile to add in a more introspective tone. - Do you know Connie? That's what I want our life to be like. Calm and peaceful. That we can build something of ours and that one day we have children that we want and that they want us as my brother and I to our parents. Or you to your sisters.

-I wish the same,- she smiled at him, convinced. - And now that it's finally over, we can do it.

The boy, with an excited gesture, nodded  and passed an arm around her shoulders as they returned to the house. There Sarah, Tom's mother, sat in a rocking chair on the porch. The sun was already beginning to set and the weather was colder.

-Did you like the country, Connie?-  Mrs. Rodney asked the girl who nodded enthusiastically. -

-It's a wonderful place. - She replied, adding. - That's Tom and I were talking about. We would like to find such a place like this to raise our children someday.

The man nodded in agreement.

- Yes, for now we have to travel to Oregon to study the possibilities, we have  received good job offers, Connie to teach and I would like to start a business.

- Whatever you need, do not hesitate to tell us. - William Rodney, who had just left the house to listen to his son, offered.-  We will do what we can.

- Thanks Dad. But we would like to make our future for ourselves. You have always told us that good things really come from the effort we make to get them.

-And that is the truth.- His father smiled, pulling up a bit of his thick mustache to add. - But I've never told you that you cannot ask for help in the beginning. That's always difficult, son. Your grandparents also helped your mother and me when we started.

- Your father is right. - Will's wife agreed, rising from the rocking chair. - It is no shame to turn to the family for these cases.

- Thank you very much, ma'am. – Cooan said. -

- Constance. I have already told you to call me Sarah. Because we considered you are already our daughter. -The good woman replied and told them all now. - We better get in. Here it is going to be at night and we have to dinner. I hope Daniel comes back soon.

-Yes. - William sighed patiently. - He's at the Arnold's farm, the oldest son is a very close friend to him. They spend all day with those things on computers. He even wants us to buy one.

-Well, he always liked all that. -Tom commented. – That is not bad at all.

-Sometimes I think he is too good at that. - His father grumbled, but he added. - I've already told him, if he works hard and he earns it, he will have the computer he wants ...

Tom nodded. His father had always been very strict when it came to that. As he himself reminded him before. And now the boy was grateful. Yet his younger brother had always been more distracted and more involved in his particular inner world. He wished Dany would start going outside and matured a bit ... Finally the little Rodney came and after greeting them joined the family at dinner. After blessing the table as Will always did, they spent the evening chatting mostly about the couple's immediate plans. Now Tom was saying to Cooan while the girl remembered that.

-Well, the trip to Oregon was not bad.

- I hope that soon we can move to live there .- His girlfriend commented affirming with gratitude. - And your parents were very kind to offer us their help. Although we still have a lot to weigh before deciding.

-Yes, and that makes me think that as soon as we get back to Portland, we'll have to take an interest in that house. - The boy said. -

 Now it was he who remembered. A few days after visiting his parents in Kansas and returning to New York, they traveled to the state of Oregon. They arrived by plane. There they rented a car. In a few minutes Connie, who had just taken her driving license in the United States, started the engine and the vehicle was lost on the highway leaving behind the airport and heading the exit from the city. Crossing a bridge over the Columbia River they continued to the outskirts of Woodburn.

-Honey,-  the girl asked her boyfriend. - It was on this road, right?

-Yes, Connie, - the man said, looking at a map. - It should not be too far.

And there was no mistake, they went through some really nice wooded areas following the direction they had sent them as soon as they were interested in a residential area they had seen in one of the sales brochures. The place was certainly away from the hustle and bustle, the natural setting was beautiful and had good road links. The drawback would be the price. That area must have been expensive. When Tom phoned the promoter of that plot said that the place was magnificent so both, Connie and him, decided to go see that guy in person. The promoter told them that while they were still finishing some phase of housing their prices would of course be higher if demand would rise. The poor boy made some accounts, realizing that even with two salaries they could not do it. Maybe asking for a mortgage from the bank. Of course his parents would support them. But the most curious thing is that, once he said his name to arrange an interview with one of the sales agents, the tone of his interlocutor became much more cordial and assured him that surely could reach a good agreement. So, as his girlfriend drove through the curve that led to that area, the boy did not lose detail of the surroundings.

-I suppose it is here. - She said, parking near a villa surrounded by a large garden. -

-Let's find out.- The boy also smiled with visible enthusiasm. - I can hardly wait.

Cooan agreed to it with their same enthusiasm the two got out of the car. There, in fact, a guy in a suit and tie, with a briefcase under his arm, awaited them. After offered them his hand he showed them all. The young couple loved the house inside, four really spacious rooms, two bathrooms and a toilet. A good kitchen, a large living room and a well-designed hall, all on one floor. To the part of the terrace with direct exit to the garden that surrounded to them.

-It's all in one floor, nothing else? - Cooan asked. -

-It's much better than having it in two. - He explained that guy by saying. - You will save a lot on heating because the house have lower altitude, winters are usually so cold around here.

That was a good point. After asking a few more things about the qualities and surroundings the peak and most feared moment, came.

-How much do you want for her? - Tom asked. -

-Well. Given the place, the size of the house and so on. It would be a total of four hundred thousand dollars .- The guy informed them. -

The boys looked at each other with wide eyes. That was a fortune! They felt really sorry. It was a dream of home. It was Cooan who sighing, said with regret.

-Wow, it's ... a pity. We cannot afford that much.

Although, to their surprise, the agent smiled encouragingly to declare.

-Well, I said it would be ... I mean in normal circumstances, but my boss has given me permission to make a discount

-That's very kind of you both. -Tom said, full of interest and he could not help but ask. - And how much would that discount?

-I have been instructed to lower the price to fifty percent. - The guy said with a smile. - And you have to consider that my boss is not usually so benevolent. You must have made a really good impression in him.

Again they both set their eyes wide and opened their mouths. That was too good to be true! Furthermore. They had not seen the owner of company in his life. How could they have liked him?

-Does your boss really mean it? - Exclaimed Cooan, putting her hands to her mouth. -

-Believe me if I tell you that in my entire career as a sales agent I've never made an offer as good as yours. And I've been in the profession for more than twenty years. - He ripped  and that guy was about fifty, then he asserted. - It's a golden opportunity.

-Thank you, my friend, but still, we must think about it and make some calls. - Tom said, then added. - But at first we'd be interested, would not we, honey? - He inquired, addressing his girlfriend. -

-Yeah right. Very interested! - She smiled brightly. -

-Do not worry, take your time. - The man with kindness proposing what followed. - If it seems to you, within a week, if you have had occasion to carry out your paperwork, call me. Until then I can promise you that I will not show this house to anyone else.

-We will, be sure of it. - Tom stated with the hopeful assent of his partner. -Thank you so much. We appreciate it a lot.

So they left, they said goodbye to the man with two effusive handshakes. Cooan had to go to the school where she had been offered a job. After knowing the site she decided that she liked it and accepted the conditions that, by the way, were quite advantageous. That guy they saved during the fight against the demons had taken care of finding a place reputed enough of the area and very good salary. Tom, on the other hand, found work of instructor in a martial arts gym quite important in the city. That would surely delay his aspirations of being his own boss and set his business. However, at the moment it would be better to earn money to pay the house. He would have more time ahead of investing in his own dojo. So after knowing their jobs in Portland and signing the contracts they returned to New York to finish some paperwork. They called the boy's parents and told them how things were. They were very happy and reaffirmed their promise to give them a hand. The young couple felt happy and as they had a few days they decided to leave the campground to meditate on their more than promising future and to disconnect a little before embarking on that new life ... That was what the boy remembered. Now he was on his knees, dismounting the tent, they were about to return. They will go to visit Roy and Bertie in order to chat about what had happened. However, Tom might be starting to fit the pieces. It might have been those government types, other than their benefactor, who had been helping them. And surely they too would have been watching over them. Although, everything seemed to be quiet since they were the only ones left to leave. But that did not explain the strange feeling he had for a long time. He felt as if someone was watching him. He stood looking at the nearby trees, only the wind moved and the only noise he heard was the rustling of the branches. Cooan, who had been picking up some things, approached and asked him, when she watched him scanning around.

-What is it, Tom?

-I don’t know. It's a weird feeling. As if somebody were watching me. – The boy whispered. -

-I had the same impression. – His partner confessed, but then rectified her restless countenance by a more relaxed when she added. - We are somewhat paranoid! After everything we've been through, I'm not surprised. Anyway I have not seen anyone here.

-You're right. - his interlocutor said admitting more relaxed as he surrounded her with one arm. - Yes, I look like one of those Vietnam-era veterans! , I'd better finish dismantling this and leave.

-Okay, I'm going to pick up the clothes. - Cooan told her more calmly, leaving him after a kiss. -

Tom bent down to finish saving the last nails. When he finished, he noticed someone else's presence again, turned quickly, and this time he came across a visit. It was a boy, his description fit the one the guard gave him. Of course It looked quite like Roy. Although his eyes were dark blue. Like Beruche, he thought. Presto, he got up and addressed the boy in an ungraceful tone.

-So it's you who have been spying on us, they were not imaginations. Can you tell me what  do you want, boy?

The boy looked at him intently, as if analyzing him somehow. He looked surprised but said nothing. He was dressed in an informal manner. A cowboy jacket and trousers, Tom thought it was stained with blood. He asked again, losing his patience before such a reassuring individual.

-Speak, are you deaf? Answer to me! Look, I have no money and the little that is here I will not give it to you willingly. - He asserted, setting himself into combat position -

However, his interlocutor only smiled and at last spoke in a soft and clear voice, leaving his interlocutor surprised.

-Do not fear, I do not want to steal you or harm you or Connie. You call her like that, right?

-How do you know my girlfriend's name? - Tom asked. -

-I even know yours. You're Thomas Alan Rodney, are not you?

-Who are you? - His interlocutor increasingly surprised and confused, asked. - What do you want from us?

The boy ignored the question and said again.

-You're Roy Malden's best friend, are not you?

- Wait a moment, boy. - His interlocutor replied more cautiously. - I will not say anything if you do not tell me first who you are and what you want from me, Connie, or Roy.

-It's hard to believe, but I want to save you all, and for that I need your help" The situation is very serious. - The stranger guy replied with a more serious tone. -

-Have you been send by the government?  - Tom wanted to know, now more worried. - Has a new emergency been declared? - He asked, recalling Roy's phone call. -

-No, I'm not from the government. Unfortunately I'm afraid this is something much more important. - The boy answered in a worried tone. - But you have to promise me that what I tell you it will not be repeated to anyone. Not even your girlfriend.

-What, what is happening? -His interlocutor more than intrigued urged him to tell -

-Before, please, you give me your word. - The boy asked with a very serious expression. - It's vital that no one else knows anything, at least for now.

-Okay, I promise - he said, though not quite sure of that, Tom assured him. - You can trust me.

-In that case listen to me very carefully, you must let me end up as difficult as it is to believe and trust everything I say to you. -The boy asked. -

-I'll try. - Tom said, very impatient to hear what it was about. - But tell me at once!

The boy nodded and after looking around and making sure that no one was nearby, he decided to tell his interlocutor his incredible story.

                                               

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