Song: Lean On Me by Bill Withers
Charlotte's POV
I can't believe it! I got into UCL! One of the top five schools in England, and it has one of the best English programs. I also applied to Yale, Harvard, Princeton and Brown-and got accepted no problem. My GPA is 4.0, attendance is perfect, SAT scores were above average; in other words I'm smart. But I was waiting for UCL to come in a decide my fate and I got in! I can go across the pond and get the best education! I was also offered a few scholarships, and UCL is giving a full ride. I'm so set for college!
I jump up and down with a smile on my face, then I hear feet patter on the hardwood floor to see Joey standing at the door way. His eyes were red and he had a runny nose. It looked like he has been crying.
"Charlotte..."was all he said in a whisper.
Joey's POV
I started crying when Anna I were tucked into bed by Aunt Jinny. I just cried and cried. Anna came into my bed and tried to comfort me.
"Don't be sad Joey. You should be happy for Charlotte." She told me holding my hand.
"I know Anna, but I don't want her to go so far away." I whimpered. I continued to cry for a while till Anna said something.
"Go talk to Charlotte and tell her how you feel. She's not going to be mad." she said as she took off the covers and helped me out of bed. I wiped my face dry and nodded. Anna smiled, hugged me and gave me a little push out the door. I look back and see her giving me a thumbs up. I smiled and walked out the door towards Charlotte's room.
I stand in the door way with my right foot on top of my left foot and my hands at my sides.
"Charlotte..." I said in a whisper.
She looked at me with concern. "Joey, your supposed to be in bed. What are you doing up?" She asked as she walked to me and then crouching down to my level.
"I couldn't sleep...I'm sad and i think afraid Char." I said.
She continued to look at me. She didn't say anything. All she did was stand up, pick me up into her arms and we sat in her bed. I sat in her lap like I always did.
"Do you wanna tell me what your sad and might be afraid about Joey?" she asked.
I nod and start, "I'm sad because your going to leave me and Anna. Your going to leave to UCL and I'm afraid you won't come back."
"I see. That's why you look like yo have been crying." she said to me and she hugged me really close. "Listen to me Joey; you and Anna are my life. I love you both to death and I would do anything for you guys. Do you wanna know why I'm going to UCL and no a college here in the states?"
I nod and wait for her to answer.
"I wanna go to UCL because its the best school with the best English program. If I study there and graduate on top, I can get an awesome job. And that job can make me lots of money. And that money will be used to help you, Anna and I live a happy life. Do you understand?"
I did understand better now. Not only is Char going to England because its her dream; she is going so that later on she can take care of me and Anna without worries. I stood up on Char's bed, put my hand over my heart and made a promise; out loud.
"Charlotte, I, Joey, promise to take care of Anna and Aunt Jinny while you are gone. I am the man of the house! The girls will be safe with me when you are studying! I PROMISE!"
Char started to cry, but she smiled at the same time.
"Thank you Joey, for understanding. I was afraid I would have to give up on going away just so that I could stay with you and Anna." she said.
"Please go and live your dream Char. Do what you can for us." Char and I turn to see Anna walking towards the bed and stood with me. "I promise too Charlotte, to take care of Aunt Jinny and keep Joey out of trouble." Anna also promised.
Charlotte looked at both Anna and I and just smiled. She opened her arms for us. Anna and I went on in, into her hug. The three of us cried both sad and happy tears. Char laid us down in her bed with her and we all fell asleep. I think the three of us will sleep together until Charlotte leaves for UCL.
A/N: for being 4th graders, Joey and Anna are very mature; just like Charlotte. What did you guys think? Vote, Share and Comment (VSC!) until next time -lanialicea
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