The Year 1985

Chapter 45: Describable Monday

4 days have passed since they conducted a battle with the opponents outside the Wheeler's residence. No apocalypse will come to pass anymore.

The sunlight on the azure sky reflected on every corner of the homes in Hawkins, Indiana. The birds commenced traveling through the marshmallow-like clouds. The wind freshly blew the trees from every street. It's a lovely day that reflects Five's current feelings in his heart. That happiness never vanished in his emotions due to the end of the suffering and at the same time, none of them were devoured by the demise. Eleven's family and friends along with The Hagreeves and Elliott celebrated their victory by having a wonderful breakfast together.

The breakfast was prepared by yours truly, Elliott, as they held it in his television store. The blissful expressions being displayed on their faces seem like can result in a preference by a painter. Even Dustin nearly coughs out the milk on Steve because of laughter.

"So, guys. What happens after this?" Elliott asked while his mouth is full of Eggos.

A sudden anxiety traveled through the schoolboy's heart the moment he heard that from him. He wishes they can have still more time to hang out together as one, however, the time is running out. They have to leave this timeline as soon as possible because their presence doesn't belong here. Some possibilities may occur if they will not accomplish their purpose. The only agenda they went for this timeline is to stop the apocalypse by ending The Handler and Brenner with the Temp Commission, obtaining the briefcase.

Five does not want to ruin the special day, however, he has to tell them. "After this, we have to go back to the timeline that fits us. I know it's hard to let go, but this is the last time for us to see each other. " He showed a concerned reaction. The atmosphere displayed an unhappy sentiment as those smiles vanished. They shared a chaotic but memorable journey for the least period of time, however, they have been attached already. So, letting go is a difficult thing to achieve for them.

"We still have until noon." Luther nodded.

"Can we see you travel back to your timeline?" Eleven asked with full hope in her brown eyes.

Vanya agreed and also thought that might be a good idea. Steve, on the other hand, gazed at all of the Hargreeves and decided to apologize for his behavior during the time they were at the shop. The mullet lad cleared his throat for their attention to shift to him. "Sorry."

"I've been a jerk way back at the shop and I apologize for that. I just have a lot of trust issues and I encountered a lot of betrayals in my life so, that was the reason why I almost killed you with my gun." This earned a laugh from Dustin which he thought is indeed silly of him. Harrington gestured for the kid to stop because of embarrassment.

Diego responded immediately. "Be thankful these knives I have in my hands did not cut your head off."

Allison furrowed her eyebrows due to what her brother replied. She thought this must be a good time for them. "Diego, you need to be careful of your words."

Elliott offered to wash all of the dishes and Vanya, Robin, and Steve volunteered to help.

Five grabbed the necklace from his pockets and deliberately gave it to Allison, for her to understand why he is just sulking around suddenly without even telling them the reason why.

A deep sigh escaped his mouth as the sister carefully observed the lovely jewelry. "Who owns this?" She asked, still her sight glued on it, as she internally admits this thing is the most precious one she ever saw. The fifth Hargreeves closed the tiny space between them and gazed at the necklace.

"Well, yes, that one. I was supposed to be giving it to Eleven." His sister immediately transferred her gaze to him, now confused about what she just heard. He then saw that reaction of hers and pursed his lips. Five quickly processed some words inside his mind to confess to his sister.

She faced Five properly. "And?" The third Hargreeves asked, expecting Five would answer what she believed as she raised her eyebrows, at the same time her black irises glowed.

"This is too hard to say." He stopped his statement and stole a glimpse at her. His heart beat rapidly in nervousness due to his first time opening up his sentiments to someone. Five refers to being alone and keeping everything only to himself, but this time, it resulted in him expressing what he felt, in fact, it wasn't actually his attitude.

She can clearly see in his blue eyes, the boy truly wanted to say he discerns. "I felt like having a real younger sister because of Eleven. This allowed me to pursue my real responsibility as a good brother because I failed to be one for the six of you." The fifth Hargreeves mumbled to his phrases as his cheeks revealed tears forming in his eyes, and he immediately looked away, widened his eyes in tension, now embarrassed of the behavior he just showed to his sister.

Five heard slight snickers from Allison, as he can sense a wide grin through it. The boy quickly gazed back at her, only to find out she was laughing due to his actions and what the fifth Hargreeves just expressed. It was the first time she witnessed this kind of behavior from Five.

"Oh my goodness... Five?" The sister sniffed as she brushed off the tears that were constructed in her eyes.

"I appreciate that gesture. I have seen you develop some things you failed to do and Eleven helped you to improve along the way. However, always remember that you are a good brother despite your imperfections." She replied and held her brother's hand as she caressed them.

Five softly responded and embraced Allison with all of his heart. "Thank you, my sister."