TIME PASSES by so quickly, and we were at Davis' residence in Justice City before I realized it.
Justice City was a long way from our previous location. My mother stated that she stayed and studied here during her senior year of high school and that she lived with relatives who moved to Canada once she graduated.
I thought I knew my mother well for a long time, but what I've learned about her recently has startled me. I learned that Gary was her first love and boyfriend during her senior year of high school.
My Mom and Uncle Gary reconnected last year when Mom ran into him at Changi Airport in Singapore. I still call him "Uncle Gary" because I am not used to addressing someone as "Dad," which he thinks is fine.
They immediately recognized each other, but they didn't have much time to chat because my mother needed to catch her next flight. But what are the possibilities that Uncle Gary has become a pilot and is the pilot in command on the plane that Mom is on?
I'm not sure what you call it, but if you ask my mother, she thinks it was fate. I'm familiar with the term, but I'm not sure what she's referring to. She claimed that if I ever fell in love, I would understand what she meant.
Since that fortunate coincidence, Mom and Uncle Gary had been inseparable, and their high school love sparkled once more.
Mom told me everything when we got home from supper the night after she surprised me with a new father and a sister.
I wasn't completely against it. For a brief while, I was taken aback by Mom's relationship, and it never occurred to me that she would want support from someone other than myself.
I recall her saying that as long as she's with me, she doesn't need anyone else. But I suppose that's what love is all about. That was my mother's expression just now. I'm still not sure what she means, but that's fine with me.
Why wouldn't I? Do I want to deny Mom the opportunity to pursue her happiness after seeing her so pleased while mentioning Uncle Gary? I adore my mum and wish for her happiness since she deserves it. That's why I didn't object when I heard my mother declare her great desire to marry Uncle Gary.
Uncle Gary is a friendly person. He's easy to get along with and approachable. He's a wonderful person. He's making an effort to reach out to me. In addition, I received an instant sister when my mother married Uncle Gary last month.
Gianna, his daughter, was the same age as mine. Gianna was a shy, quiet girl with a lovely nerdy demeanor. She's rather lovely in her glasses and braces. I expected it would be tough to approach her, but we hit it right away. Maybe it was because of the outgoing demeanor that I piqued Gianna's curiosity. Even though we are polar opposites. However, opposites do attract, as the saying goes. So that's probably how Gianna and I are.
Gianna's mother died three years ago, according to Mom. I'm not sure why, but Mom warned me not to talk about Gianna's mother. So I promised my mother that if Gianna and I ever discussed her mother, I would be careful not to pry more. Gianna is also appealing to me. I had the idea that we would make fantastic sisters.
Anyway, we just got here yesterday, and I won't have much time to explore the place because my first year at Justice High School starts tomorrow. Let me rephrase that, Gianna and I will be starting our first year at Justice High School tomorrow rather.
As I prepared my belongings with Gianna, I was giddy with anticipation. If my memory serves me correctly, Gianna and I were classmates. I'm looking forward to starting at my new school. This time will be different for me. I am confident. It will be outstanding. I'll make certain of that.
Gianna helped me unpack my items into my room, and as usual, I spoke a lot, and she just listened and smiled sweetly.
Her grin brightens my day. It gives me the comforting impression that I'll always be OK and protected in her company. When I was with The Davises, I felt safe aside from my mother.
The Davis family's home is a two-story tower house. Because I'm not great at explaining things, all I can say is that their home was perfect for a family. There are a total of four rooms. There are three rooms on the second floor. While our parents slept in the main bedroom, Gianna and I shared the two smaller rooms.
I'm still not used to saying or hearing the word "parents," but having a complete set feels amazing.
Going back to The Davis's house. It was made even better by the fact that my new school was only a ten-minute walk away. Isn't that amazing?
I was ecstatic to be at The Davis' house. I never expected having a complete family to bring me such joy. Uncle Gary and Gianna welcomed us into their family with wide arms, even though I had only known them for a few months. My mother adores Gianna, and the two get along pretty smoothly. When we have minor conflicts, my mother will protect her over me, which makes me envious of her.
It was an uncommon experience to get along with a stepmother or stepfather, or even a stepdaughter, but I am thankful that I did not experience what Cinderella did. That just goes to demonstrate how amazing The Davis is. Nothing more could I have asked for.
It all appeared far too nice to be true. And I'm certain this is only the start of my new happily ever after.