Trials and Love

Chapter 5

Previously

     "No need. My parents are very kind and the understand. You two can even share a room. The beds are big enough." Crystal nodded and smiled a little. Maybe this won't be so bad..

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      As soon as the three of them arrived at Rob's house, Henry and Elizabeth greeted them. Elizabeth noticed Crystal and gently reached out to her.
     "Awww... You poor dear... I'm glad to see you're doing better, but you look pale and thin. Haven't you guys eaten?"
     
      Rob looked at his best friend and Crystal. She was very underweight when he checked last. He frowned softly.
     "Would you two like to get something to eat? I'll pay." He asked and they looked at him.
     "You're already doing too much for us." Jon said.
     "Nonsense. Get in. I know a good spot. And I don't like seeing you guys like this. Crys needs it anyway." Crystal blushed a bit at the name and Rob smiled a bit. "Don't be afraid Crys." Elizabeth and Henry smiled.
     "Don't be out too long! Ace is coming at 6:00 tonight."
     "Don't worry Mama! As won't!" He smiled before the three of them got in and drove off.

      At the restaurant, Crystal felt a bit better after eating a bit. She looked out the window at the view of the city. Rob smiled softly.
     "Beautiful, isn't it? This used to be a small town."
     "Really?" Jon asked, surprised and interested. "How did it become this?"
     "Over time, more and more people came to live here. Thus, expanding and building over time and renaming the city. A beautiful and peaceful place. I've lived here for over 20 years. My family moved here to get away from the bigger cities. I've grown to love this place and the people here." He said as Crystal smiled, listening. He was the complete opposite of Jake, who only cared about himself.
      Rob smiled when he noticed Crystal smile for once. She looked a lot better and more prettier with a smile.
     "How many siblings do you have?" Jon asked as he politely folded his hands.
     "Three. My older brother, Ace, and my younger sister and brother, Cassady and Quinton. All good people. Quin is a prankster though." He chuckled lightly. "But don't worry. We won't target guests or anyone that feels uncomfortable. Only me, Ace, and Papa." Jon chuckled and nodded.
     "I know I've said this a hundred times. But thank you Rob. I'm sure we'll find a place of our own soon. I just want my sister to be happy."
     "Me too, Jon. Me too."