Marshall

Back to business

After all the hard work and so much studying, Charlotte couldn't pass. I couldn't understand why, she literally spent more time in the school and library than at home. I tried my best to comfort her, surprisingly, she didn't seem that sad nor desperate. She said she may try again in a few years , it's never late . Stephan was away for a whole year to "cure his broken heart". I missed him. Me and Willow met up at times but she was now a busy woman, having her own bakery. Whenever I went out to meet my friends, Charlotte kept asking who. She didn't mind or cared before. I hoped she didn't think I was cheating or something.
"As long as it's not Carmen, fine by me". Why..? She got a fiance. I know it doesn't mean much, but she was more like a little sister to me.  Mrs Rosa got proposed too. At an old age , after long years of living alone. She and her (now) husband invited a few guests. They only had a little party , nothing big.  Sadly, Dr Sanchez couldn't make it, he was in Europe , but Dr Rivera showed up and made his husband video call Mrs Rosa . It was sweet. I noticed a few familiar faces from the orphanage. People who were kids when I was. George, Monica, Sandra, José.. but never Anton. I haven't heard anything about him since I was a child.
Now that Charlotte was free from school, we decided to start the baby making. I was between 25 and 26 , she only passed 25.
It was hard due to my work schedules. I was exhausted most of the time.
On my 26th birthday, I got a really nice present. Thunder was back in town. Single like before but he was his old, positive self again. He bought himself a small house, only a few streets away from us. Although he was back , it felt like a little piece of him was still missing. We met at the pizzeria to catch up.

- It's nice to be back . I missed you guys. I guess, I can't really stay away from this place.
- You'd be dragged back by your sisters anyway. They missed you like I did.
- Life is just not the same without my favorite people. And you know? I met Maya. After years..
- Really? How is she? Where is she?
- She's studying psychology like she said she would. She is still single..I like her but I didn't dare to make a move. Besides..
- Besides?
- Never mind. I asked if she'd ever return here. She said they don't plan but she does miss us. We talked and she seemed fine. Obviously couldn't move on from what happened to Dorian.
- None of us could..
- That's true.
- And hey, you're not the only one who returned.
- I didn't know anyone else left. Or at least no one who was close to us.
- Eh..yeah, I mean I liked him and I think you did too.
- Who..?
- Mr Gray came back like two months ago. I don't think he's going anywhere again.
- Yeah..? Well, he left because he got married. I don't know why they would come back from a big city to raise their kids here.
- He came back alone... No wife and kids..
- Cool. He's divorced. Then no wonder he..
- He's a widower. His wife and his children died in a car accident ..I think like around 5-6 months ago.
- Oh god...
- Yeah.

I witnessed the colors leaving his face. I don't know what issues he had with that man but suddenly they seemed to fade away.

- And what about you guys? I don't see a ring on that finger.
- Maybe in a bit.. Right now, Charlotte and I are trying to make a child.
- Oh my God! Make a girl! I have cute name ideas!
- No luck so far.. Maybe I'm to blame. I'm stressing and working a lot.
- Well, that could be. Should I help you out with money?
- Thunder no, I can't take that.
- Man, you reject mine but take others'.  Don't you see the irony?
- Shut up...
- Well. Let's do it like that. I know a guy, he's filthy rich and spoiled as hell.
- Yes?
- Sorry to say like this but I fucking hate his guts. He's a womanizer, he hurt Willow before. He's a cheater and he thinks even the Sun is rotating around him.
- Should we teach him a lesson?
- Nah. I can't fight to save my life. And this face is too pretty for prison. But! I know where he'll be and when. You understand what I'm trying to say?
- No..
- Marshall... Seriously. Let's steal from him. That dumbass is carrying a small suitcase most of the time. You think some toothbrush and underwear are in it? Cash! For him it's a small amount but for the poor..like you , no offense, it's a game changer.

I liked the idea yet I didn't. Being some kind of modern Robin Hood.. but imagine a poor latino guy stealing from a rich white dude. Instant prison. If we wanted to do this, we had to be very careful.

- First of all, I am offended. You think I'm not cute enough? Look at me. I'm fine, I can't get in prison either. And to take things seriously, if I get caught? Your dad would bring your ass out with good lawyers. But mine? And what about Charlotte?
- We don't have to do it. I just suggested an idea for your problems .
- Yeah, count me in. But we need to prepare as well as we can. And we are definitely not spending all the money right away. That'd get us very suspicious.
- Fine. And to make your worries go away, if we get caught I'll take the blame.
- Wait, no! You don't!
- I'm single, I'm rich. Like you said, my dad could get me out in no time. Marshall, you're my best friend. I know you'd do this to me as well. You work a lot and still can't afford the life you deserve. You don't accept my money. Fine. Let's steal like it's legal.
- I'm not proud of that...
- Then let it be the last time , alright?
- Fine..

It's incredible how easily I can be manipulated when it comes to getting easy money. We had a beer or two, and talked some more. He made me promise that this will stay between the two of us. Then again , I hated doing this but I really couldn't see other options. Borrow from the bank ? That'd cost my whole life and soul.  I can't say I was ready for this but I prayed that we won't get caught..

- Do you remember the dude who the police were looking for? The murderer.. I forgot his name.
- I know, what about him?
- Finally they found him. He's serving his time in prison. 20 years.
- See?? This is what I'm saying! A person who molested women and murdered people only got 20 years and they sure will let him out after 12 for "good behavior". While a person like you or me , we'd be sentenced for 30+ years for stealing. Fuck that.

Sad but true. At least I felt better now that a criminal wasn't running free. Not like Wilson was a big help, he got scared of kittens too..
Time was going fast, I had to head home. And you guess what happened. My girlfriend was waiting for me, wearing nothing but her new lingerie . Hot red colored with fine lace, made me drop my jaw.

- Do you like my baby making outfit ?
- Sure I do.
- Then take me Mr Wellington and put at least two babies in me.
- Someone is such a thirsty girl but I like it.

How did it end ? I'm telling the result in the next chapter.