Marshall

Inhuman

A few weeks have passed since the last chapter. My exam went well, still leaving me unsatisfied though.
Carmen got a boyfriend, therefore Stephan had to step up his big brother role. Willow was still annoyed with her brother but no one knew the reasons except those two. And my friend? He was happy most of the time, his grades were just fine although he was taking extra lessons..
My Charlotte on the other hand. She was losing contact with her best friend. Christine was distant and was skipping classes. At least Maya was there for Charlotte.

- She's not around again?
- She is.. but she didn't even come to say hello. And she's missing out on the cheerleading training.
- Although she was the best after you.
- Tell me about it. She was bringing the team on her shoulders while I was focusing on my studies. Whatever Maya, her loss. I tried my best.

Dorian was moving on slowly, despite the pain he felt. I was proud of him, he was dealing with it like an adult. Martin was silent, already in a relationship with a girl. Not with the one he cheated with.
What about me? Nothing really. I let the flow take me. I was like a big brother for most of them, maybe except Willow. Stephan was older than me with a few months but not that mature.
We were hanging outside, talking about my approaching birthday.

- We need to have a party!
- No we don't.
- Come on bud. I will invite all the people!
- Thanks Thunder but I pass. I'm happy with you guys.
- Aw..
- My baby is growing up. Getting closer and closer to the actual adulthood, hm?
- I'm growing up but what about you shorty?
- So rude. I might be short but I'm cute and limited edition.

She was fun to tease. I didn't want a party, but if they insisted, only a few of them would be enough for me. I got a Happy Birthday card from Mrs Rosa last year. I wonder if she really plans to return to school.

- I can't believe that school ends soon.. what do you guys plan next?

It really was weird for me. My childhood went so slow when I was alone. I can't complain, being a teen was rough at times but I was ready to be an actual adult soon. What were my plans...? That's a hard question.

- Good for you guys. I'm still young. I'll be left here alone when all of you leave.
- Don't worry Carmen. I would like to stay a few years more to become a vet.
- Charlotte that's sweet. Then you can take care of my brother too.
- Ow..
- Sorry but your brother is not a cute animal.
- Owwww...

They were talking about the future. Maya was hesitant too. I assumed, she didn't want to leave her brother alone either.

- I'm unsure yet. I'd like to work to help our mom. But I don't want Dorian to be lonely .
- Don't you worry about him. He's more mature than my brother. And he's already 20 .
- Come on! Why you all are so rude to me today?
- Hush. What about you Marshall? Having any future plans?
- I'm not sure.. I should study so I could have a nice job. But it costs so much.
- But you have a job already.
- Yeah...

I hated to keep it a secret. I had a small job. But it wasn't the one that Charlotte got for me. It paid me less and I had less free time. Thankfully, and I'm not proud of it, Thunder and I knew how to get some money in an easier way.

- Maybe once I have enough money, I can continue my studies.
- I'll support you. We will move together and have a nice future.

Charlotte was positive and I really liked that. If something I was sure about that was my future with her. Another reason why I wanted to work , so I could be the provider. She got money from her parents but I couldn't allow her to pay everything. In the end, I'm the man . Not like she can't but she doesn't need to.