Dark Horses

Chapter 15 - Appointment

Mew led the way as others followed behind, including Gulf with a smile. They were very happy, finally, after a long, they were going out as a family. Well, sort of.

Gulf thought, If we were a family, it would be a very weird family consisting of an OCD yet warm loving mother- Pam, a stubborn yet smart kid - Sam, A scared, foolish, loyal yet strong brother - Stu, A timid yet genius going to be sister-in-law - Kia, and a strict, handsome, smart, caring, and cute eldest brother - Mew, along with his calm, sensitive boyfriend - Me. OK, Fine - A drama queen sometimes!

Kia joined too, Stu...Well, seemed pleased judging at the size of his smile. Gulf laughed at himself, Mew squinted his eyes on him. Gulf pouted innocently, He did not have any part in that. He just merely called up Kia asking if she was free and cared to join them which she gladly agreed after hearing, Stu was joining us.

They were at the mall, looked to be semi-crowded. The bright light bulbs hanging from the tall ceiling were mesmerizing. Gulf's eyes twinkled with awe. He smiled involuntarily.

"That's super ingenious. Reminds me of Harry Potter. " Gulf smiled.

Mew followed his direction of eyesight, He crossed his arms. "You like Harry Potter ?"

Gulf looked at him puzzled, "Who doesn't?"

Gulf left Mew at the spot and joined Pam and Sam. Sam was delighted to see new things and totally exhilarated while looking at the Sports store. Gulf chased Sam as he ran quickly to the sports store. Kia and Stu, well they took a detour to the food court, after Mew's permission of course.

Mew suggested to Stu come along and then take the duties from tomorrow, He wasn't that bad. He just looked like that, well, that was on purpose as he had a reputation to keep. It was only Gulf, who could get into his skin and make him smile.

As for Mew, A smile spread on his face as he saw all three of them happy. He walked closely with Gulf, trailing on his back but keeping his distance. He wore a dark blue polo shirt with black pants, Gulf was wearing a purple check shirt with a white tee and blue denim jeans and a black cap. He looked cool while Mew looked, well professional.

"Gulf! A Cycle! Do you know to ride one!?" Sam said with a high-pitched voice and a bright smile. Everyone threw a look at us as Sam exclaimed in joy. Mew threw a stare at them and well...They got back to their business. Mew could be very intimidating.

"Yea, I do. Do you ?" Gulf stepped ahead touching the blue-colored gear cycle. Hmm... Must cost a fortune, it is geared three tiers, a high-end model.

"Yea... When I was at School-" Sam said excitedly and then gave a sad expression, Gulf looked at him worriedly. Sam looked at Mew, Gulf stared at Mew. Mew sighed.

"Umm.. when I was at school, I used to cycle back home.. until...." Sam looked down sadly.

"Until he started getting homeschooled. " Mew finished his sentence.

Sam nodded timidly, Gulf came closer to Sam and whispered, "Where is your cycle now ?"

"Not there anymore..." Sam looked at Gulf with trembling lips.

"Well, now you will have one. " Gulf said with a smile and Sam looked at him like Santa made his wish come true, childlike.

Sam jumped with joy and hugged his mom, looking at the cycle with so much happiness and touching it gently, like he could wreck it. Gulf turned to Mew, Mew looked at him with a frown, irritated. Gulf bit his lip and walked towards him. Mew crossed his arms defensively.

"Gulf -" Mew closed his eyes in frustration. Gulf cut him before he could complete his sentence, he knew how he was thinking and what he would say.