Finding Paradise

Meeting again

Few days have passed and Gabriel seems to adjust slowly to the new lifestyle his entering. Bonni and Marceline are a great help. He's glad he has someone to depend on. California is a big state after all might need to make friends from the locals around here.

Gabriel Decided to check out the library near the town.

Gabriel's Pov:

Growing up I always love reading. I could read anywhere and anytime. Since were not allowed to have a phone I use reading to past time. By reading; I develop a hobby of writing. But sadly I haven't publish anything yet. I was forbidden to. A memory flash across my mind, the day my parents found out I wrote stories they banned me from reading novels instead they gave me bibles and spiritual exercise books. A tear flowed across my face. I don't want to remember my past. Its so painful. I feel so weak back then. I wish I had the courage right now. I could have run away before but why now?

I quickly snapped from my thoughts when I realized I'm already near the library. I wiped my tears and headed inside looking like a wreck but who cares?

I went to the fiction section and browse through the books finding a good read. After browsing I found one and went to a table and decided to read.

After reading I went up to the receptionist and decided to borrow the book. As was walking I could hear giggling at my back I turned around and saw no one. So I continued my pace, but the giggling still continued. I grew annoyed and spoke "hey I know your following me." I turned around once more and showed up a blond haired girl with bunny ears holding her laughter in.

"You" I pointed out. "Yes?'' she responded giggling. "Why are you following me?"

"Just thought your new here, you don't seem like a local to me."

"Its because I'am" I continued walking facing my back towards her.

"Hey! wait up, I don't mean any harm" she catch up to me as I was about to check out my book. "I'm Fiona by the way" she gave me her name. But I continued ignoring her. She still pestered me and I mumbled a small "Gabriel."

"So Gabriel where are you from?" Surprised that she heard me. "Im from Pennsylvania" I answered. "Wait I know what you are"
"Your an Amish!" she paused for a moment and answered. "Yes, yes, miss," I hurriedly went outside not wanting to have a conversation.

"Wait up! straw hat!" she manage to catch up with me as I entered a small alley way. "Come on Gabriel I just wanna make friends." I gave up and talked to her sigh. "What about you? are you from here" I questioned. "Yes, been here since day one" I formed an oh shape on my mouth and decided to say the best idea when making friends or I hope so.
"Why don't you tour me around here?" Her eyes lit up in excitement. "I would love to!" she exclaimed.
Now, Ladies and Gentlemen, that's how you make new friends. "Here is my phone number" I pulled my phone and type it in. "See you around Gabe!" she wave a goodbye and walk to the opposite direction. She already gave me a nickname first meeting. Such a charming girl.

I arrived home and was met by the heavy sound of music equipment. I could hear Marceline singing from the garage.

Marceline was a singer but she didn't enter the celebrity life. She told me she likes performing in pubs more with a band. She's got multiple people coming upto her and promote her as an artist. She sings really well considering I only hear church music. Rock is a new genre I would like to explore more.

I went to the garage and what I see surprise me. Its the guy from the airport! We both glared at each other "You!?" we both shouted in sync. "You know each other Marshall?" everyone looked at us. "Yes, he was my seatmate during our flight."

"What are you doing here?" I furrowed my brows together. "Band practice obviously."

"Hey! suspenders pass me the speakers over there," one of his bandmate directed. "I have a name you know" I hurriedly got the speaker and gave it to him. "Chill up guys, he's my friend" Marceline but in.
"I want to watch you guys perform," I whispered to Marceline. "Sure thing bubs" she ruffled my hair and I took a seat in the corner and watch them.

The whole performance Marshall keep staring at me. In response I stare at him too and we both end up in a staring contest.
What's wrong with him?

Minutes passed Marceline told them that they're going on an break. "Bubs help me carry the food inside," we both went inside and took out the food.

I was getting awkward seating in the corner so I went to their circle and joined in. They were discussing about Pennsylvania(my hometown): what they did there, and places they've visited. Later on the conversation directed their attention to me they ask me questions, but Marshall never ask me anything, I was kind of expecting something from him.

I learned that they are a traveling band looking for a vocalist and Marceline contacted them.

The leader is Finn he's a producer whatever that is, Flame was the red haired drummer he keeps winking at me once in a while, Jake was the youngest, never expected his personality to fit with them but he sure is friendly and he's in charge of the piano, last but not least Marshall Lee he's the guitarist and sub-vocal. I wish to hear him sing though.

Their band is called "Death Match" yeah it suits them. They have eight songs released and an album called Oh! Anna. I later found out that its about a girl four of them had a crush on.

After taking a break they continued practicing.

When they all finished all of them packed up. The three except Marshall went to the bathroom. Marceline directed them where. I was left alone with Marshall. "Hey bubblegum, wanna listen to our album?" he handed me a DVD tape of Oh! Anna, I grimaced at the cover photo a picture of a woman naked form with her chest covered in text. "Oh shut up its not like you haven't seen porn yet" he scowled. A what now? Porn? "what's that?" I blinked confused. "You've got to be kidding me"

"Its umm stuff you watch whenever you feel horny"

"Pardon?"

"Are you even American!?"

"Well yes, in a matter of fact I was raise here!"

"Why don't you know what porn is even my 6 year old cousin knows it."

"I grew up differently sir" I raised my eyebrows and pursed my lips.

"Come to think of it you appear like someone from the countryside what's up with this get up?"

"I'm Amish" his eyes lit up. "that's why your from Pennsylvania!" he continued. I cross my legs from the back and scratch my head "err yes."

"Cool" an awkward silence engulfed the air. Say something come on, say something, anything!
"Wi- will you be coming here tomorrrow" Curse my speech for stuttering."Yes, will be here once in a while" he gave me a sheepish smile.

"What's your deal here?"

"I wanted to try out the normal American lifestyle so I went away and ended up here" I explained. "What about you then where are you from?"

"Im from Michigan joined the boys in their traveling circus" He jolted a chuckle. "Your humorous" we both laughed not until the boys cameback. They gave us a weird stare "are you guys making out?" Flame chimed in.

"Huh?"

"Kiss kiss bubs" he attempted to make kissy faces with Jake. Only to be rejected. Hahaha funny

"No of course" Marshall answered annoyed.

"Chill dude, I know your straight" I wheezed at the comment for some reasons. Marshall doesn't appear hetero to me. There's something I can't pin point. Oh well, whatever floats their boat

After finishing packing they hop in their car and wave a small goodbye.
...And at that moment I realized that he's not bad after all.

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AUTHOR:

Hello! New chapter wohoo! I even added a song to listen to while reading ^^ Still working on the cover don't worry about it. How do you like it so far? Comments and vote are much appreciated <8

Thanks for reading!