The Moon Shines when the Sun Isn't Around

Part 28

Road Trip Adventure

Oreo and King sat in King's living room, excitement buzzing in the air as they discussed their spontaneous adventure. "So, how do we approach our parents about this?" Oreo asked, her fingers nervously tapping against her knee, a mix of anticipation and anxiety swirling in her stomach.

"I guess we just tell them the plan," King suggested, leaning back against the couch, his confidence radiating in the relaxed atmosphere. "They'll see how excited we are. Plus, we're responsible, right?" His tone was light, but there was an underlying seriousness to his words. He wanted this trip to be more than just a getaway; it was about freedom and exploring their friendship.

"Right. Responsible," Oreo echoed, rolling her eyes playfully, but her heart raced at the thought of the adventure ahead. "Let's hope they buy it."

After gathering their courage, they made their way to the kitchen, where King's mom was prepping dinner. The scent of something delicious filled the air, and Oreo could feel her stomach growl in response. "Hey, Mom! Can we talk to you and Dad about something?" he asked, trying to keep his voice steady while feeling the butterflies in his stomach.

"Sure, what's on your mind?" she replied, wiping her hands on a dish towel and looking at them with interest, sensing the energy radiating off her son.

King glanced at Oreo, who nodded, and then took a deep breath, his heart pounding. "We were thinking of taking a little road trip. Just the two of us. A spontaneous adventure."

His mom raised an eyebrow but smiled. "That sounds fun! Where are you planning to go?"

"Florida," Oreo chimed in, unable to contain her excitement. "We want to explore the beach and just enjoy some time together." Her enthusiasm spilled over, and she couldn't help but smile at the thought of warm sand and ocean waves.

"Uh-huh," King's mom replied, crossing her arms thoughtfully. "And how long do you plan to be gone?"

"Just a few days. We'll be responsible, I promise!" King reassured her, hoping to win her over with his charm.

"Alright, but we have some conditions," his dad said, entering the kitchen, his expression serious but with a hint of a smile. "You'll both have to check in regularly, and we'll give you some money for the trip."

King and Oreo exchanged thrilled glances. "Really? That would be awesome!" King exclaimed, his voice rising with excitement.

"Yeah! Thank you!" Oreo added, her voice bubbling with enthusiasm, feeling a sense of victory.

"Here's the catch," King's dad continued, handing them each $2,000. "We also want you to take this tracking device, just in case."

King sighed, but Oreo nodded. "Okay, we understand. Safety first." She appreciated their parents' concern, even if it felt a little constraining.

"Great! Now that's settled, you should get going on your shopping," his mom said, waving them off with a smile, clearly thrilled about their plans.

After an hour of high-energy shopping, they emerged with bags filled with clothes, snacks, and essentials for their trip. As they loaded up King's electric truck, Oreo's eyes widened at the sheer size and luxury of it.

"Whoa. This is like a mobile mansion!" she exclaimed, running her hands over the plush leather seats, feeling the soft texture beneath her fingertips.

King grinned, clearly proud of his vehicle. "It's pretty sweet, right? The back seats turn into a bed. There are TVs, a mini fridge, and even outlets for charging stuff."

"Seriously? You're kidding!" Oreo said, her excitement palpable. She climbed into the back and gasped when she saw the entertainment system. "This is amazing! We're going to have the best time!"