##Johny##
Riding the bus is always loud. I went to the back of the bus; as usual, my sister sat with Lili but not Carla today. I wondered if Carla caught a ride this morning? I am sure I'll see her at school. Me and the boys goofed off all the way to school. Coming off the bus, I could tell my Girlfriend was patiently waiting on me.
Stephanie: You should have taken the ride
Johny: And leave my sister?
I turned to study her expression along with her response.
Stephanie: I miss you! Is all I am saying.
She said, trying to smooth things over.
Johny: Miss you too; come on, let's get something to eat.
Stephanie: You are like a fat kid trapped in a sexy man's body.
She said while leaning in for a kiss. Everyone love seeing us in the morning am not sure why? We are just like everyone else. She was the captain of the cheerleading squad, and I was one of the captains for our Football team and one of the track team leaders. I went back and forth with the swimming team.
We reach the cafeteria. Am hungry. I wish I weren't so mad at my Dad this morning so I could have eaten.
Stephanie: Ugh! can you watch where you're going?
When I turn around, I see a girl wearing glasses and a juice box on the floor. It did not look like it had spilled. So I leaned over and picked it up for the unknown girl. She smiled at me.
Stephanie: Your soo lucky it did not fall on my feet.
At that time, my sister, Lili, was lining up in the line.
Unknown girl: I am so sorry. Please spare me?
Stephanie: What is your grade?
Unknown girl: I am a B average in 11th grade
Stephanie: You just earned yourself two weeks of homework.
Unknown girl: Um...
Sarah came and said
Sarah: Come on, Laura, what's wrong?
She said with a big ole smile.
Stephanie: This doesn't concern you, Johny's sister
She said aggressively
Sarah: If she is who you choose! I will not train her!!
Before things get more hectic, I grab Stephanie's waist and passionately kiss her. She turned red all over. She looks so cute when she's speechless. She was skinny, but I loved her fire. Who knows if she is the one I will pick? But I've been warned, me out of all people, know not to take my sister's words lightly. She knows it is the guardian's job to prepare the bride to be, to show her our way as Instalaxians. That was out of line; believe me, I will address it once we are alone. But for now, I just want to be a 15-year-old boy.
The class went pretty quick today. I was advanced in the majority of my classes; I often went for a run on the track when everyone was in class. It was my relaxation time. School ended, and I was debating whether or not I should go to practice today? I decided not to go; I did not feel up to it today. Plus, Carla skipped school, so I was not obligated to stay for practice to walk her home, For my sister's sake, of course. While waiting on the bus, my coach caught me. Coach Mickelson was one of the best; he sent many of his players to the big-name colleges. As long as you are willing to work hard, He will take chances on you.
Mickelson: Boy, practice is in 5 min. What do you think you're doing?
Johny: I don't feel so good, coach; I thought I should sit this one out.
I quickly lied
Mickelson: Did you just lie to me?
Sounding like He was mocking me with a smirk
Johny: Yes, sir
I hate that I couldn't lie. I feel like it's a lot of work keeping up with it.
Mickelson: Right, 4 min be out on that field.
Johny: Yes, sir.
I quickly went to my locker to change; if I was not out there by that 4 minutes, the whole team would be punished; he would tell them why. I made it just in the nick of time.
Mickelson: Nice of you to join us, J!
Johny: I wouldn't miss it for the world coach.
I teased with a smile.
Mickelson: Right.
He said sarcastically with a chuckle. Training was specifically hard today, and I felt like I was being pushed harder than the rest of the guys. But I did not dare argue. I caught the afternoon bus. The school provides afternoon busses for the kids who have practice, thanks to Coach Mickelson. When I finally made it home. I felt nothing below my neck; everything hurt so much that it went numb. My sister caught me at the door.
Sarah: Come, we have been waiting for you.
Johny: What do you mean by we?
She didn't bother answering, her room filled with Stars and cosmos floating around. I was embarrassed; I was not presentable at the moment.
Johny: Mom, Dad! choubi!
Real mom: No need to talk in our native tongue. We speak English, you know.
She said with a heavy queen aura.
Johny: Of course
I said while bending on one knee to apologize.
Real Dad: Your cha has kept us updated with your progress in picking a wife.
I look back at my sister, wondering what she might have told our parents. But her head was bowed. It was customary for the women in the room to bow their heads while the King was speaking and not lift it before He was done, regardless of how long He was talking.
Johny: I have my eye set on one mortal father.
I could sense the disapproval from my sister even when her head was down.
Real Dad: Who?
Johny: Her name is Stephanie Allen
My Dad was silent for a moment, then looked at my mom and sister and said, "you may raise your head. I don't want you guys to do this when it's just us as a family in here."
Both women raised their heads, which also meant that they could speak freely. My Dad was a gentle king, ruthless when needed.
Dad: Tell me more?
Johny: She is fierce, She can be overprotective at times, But I feel like it's because she cares.
My Dad stops me and asks.
Dad: What is it, Sarah?
Sarah: Is it Okay to speak freely, father?
Dad: Oh, my little Daughter, you were just starlight when you were younger; now look at you? Raise your face, so I may see how you've grown.
I can see my sister smiling and twirling, I was trying to catch her eye to inform her not to say one word, or I will tell our parents of her proclamation today. But she completely ignored my gaze.
Sarah: I do not believe she is a good match for our prince; she is rude, a bully, and takes unnecessary punishment against her peers.
After hearing those words, I knew it wasn't up to me to decide anymore. On my planet, if the prince and his guardian cannot have a mutual agreement, King and Queen would put the two or more suitors through a series of tests to see if she fits the crown. Queen mother herself would pick the challenges; it would seem as mere coincidences.
Johny: We all know that my sister can be harsh when she gets angry
I quickly interject to see if I could win the crowd over. My Dad started to laugh historically.
Dad: I know. She had challenged one of our royals, hahaha, and won.
Tears were rolling down his cheeks from hard laughter.
Real Dad: Cha, what proof do you have of this?
Before my sister could prove her case, my mother spoke surprisingly.
Real Mom: I have been getting communication from our Daughter since you guys came on Earth. She mentions two females, one she believes is worthy of the crown, the other she believes would doom it. I know of my Daughter's anger; once you make her angry with you, it is hard for her to overlook such behavior. Before our visit, I went by the school and purposely made a juice box fall without spilling because if it had spilled, then Stephanie would be right to pick punishments, but it did not.
Johny: Oh
Real Mom: If it wasn't for your sister who picked up my element, it could have gotten worst
I remember the name my sister picked as she escorted her out. " Laura," I should have guessed.
Johny: Do you also hear your Daughter say she will not train the future bride.
Real Mom: I specifically heard her say. "If she is the one you pick, I will not train her."
Real Dad: Show me what happened?
He commanded. After Watching how Stephanie denied his Daughter a ride, and how she treated her peers, her mind clouded with anger, not seeing that my sister was trying to save her from our mother's Rath. Stephanie had no class. The best strategy the future King could think of was a kiss?
Dad: Poor Judgment, poor judgment indeed.
Sarah: Dad?
Dad: You should control your anger more, princess Sarah.
She bowed her head in agreement.
Dad: Is she expecting?
Johny: No, sir?
On our planet is not wrong to sleep with your possible mates if it's a mutual agreement. If the mate became pregnant and still not suited to be queen, she'd become your protective status. A woman can choose where she lives; sometimes, the committee decides to keep them on their planet or bring them to ours. She would have the favor of the King but not the infinite power of a queen. Ugh, her stupid "no glove, no love rule." if she only knew what I was trying to do.
Dad: That settles it. You will end your romantic romance with her by this week.
My Dad looked at me with such "am sorry" eyes." I heard a low "ugh." coming from my sister's direction.
Sarah: Father, may I ask them not to condone any sexual activities?
It hit me why he gave me by the end of this week. He could tell I cared deeply for her.
Mom: I also agree with my Daughter.
There was a long silence. No one dares ask the King a question twice.
Sarah: Okay, when does Carla start her training?
Johny: Father, may I speak freely?
Dad: It'll be my choice if I give you a response.
Johny: I don't want any favoritism. Since my mother tested my ex-girlfriend, I asked for mother to also test Carla?
I would be dead right now on how sharp my sister looked at me if looks could kill.
Dad: Very well. If she passes, you will pursue her instead, make her fall in love with you, and make her accept you for who you are. Seems like you wasted the years we gave you.
I got on one knee and bowed my head as a sign of apology.
Real Dad: Cha guides him well.
Real Mom: I will be back once the test is done; just like that, my sister's room was regular again.