Wanting Something Real (A Twyle Story)

Chapter 7

Tweek's POV

As I'm walking to my families coffee shop wearing my green coat and scarf wrapped around my neck I'm checking my phone every few minutes. Kyle and I have been sending snaps constantly over the past few days. His were mostly pics of Hanukkah gifts he had recieved from his parents. They started Hanukkah later since Kyle was at his school and not home with Ike. I was slowly learning many things about the red head. First thing was that he was born in New Jersey but soon moved to the small quiet town of South Park before he turned one. Second thing was that his brother Ike was adopted. His parents thought a younger sibling would be good for Kyle and make his childhood better. I know he really loves his brother and is happy to have him in his life, even if he doesn't show it. The third fact (which took him a long time to confess) was his reason for becoming home schooled in the first place. I thought it was suspicious how his mom could tell those boys were nothing but trouble. I assured Kyle he dodged a bullet there. Stan, Cartman, and Kenny missed a lot of school growing up and were always involved in weird scenarios. I was wondering if it would be a good idea to bring up that Kyle was Kenny's childhood friend before they started grade school. Kenny didn't seem to recognize him at the game though, no one really did. Nah, I'll just keep that info to myself. I check my phone again and notice a snap from 'Preppy'. I was replying and so was he until I reached the coffee shop.

Our conversation was as follows.

Preppy- Hey, are you working today?

Tweek- Yeah, Christmas Eve is always busy since we're closed for Christmas day. Why?

Preppy- Perfect! My mom wants me to stop by to purchase stuff for our family and friends.

Tweek- Yeah, and.....

Preppy- Harsh! I thought you would be excited to see me meanie :(

Tweek- Oh gosh, I didn't know how butt hurt you'd be from my comment. I didn't think you'd care that much...

Preppy- What gave you the idea that I wouldn't care? It's like you don't know me at all -_-

Tweek- In my defense I've only known you a little bit less than a week and have only talked to you a few times face to face. You seem to know a lot about me which still isn't fair by the way!

Preppy- Sorry Tweek, you know I can't tell you how I know all that information. Then I wouldn't be mysterious anymore. I know you secretly like it, don't even try to deny it ;)

Tweek- Psshh, whatever. Just arrived at work. I'll see you later

Preppy- Ok, see you soon hot stuff ;)

Oh man, this guy thinks he's mister smart apples with his witty comments. I try to compose my blushing face before I walk into the festive shop. My dad has gone overboard with the Christmas decorations. I chuckle and wave at my dad as I make my way to the back to put my winter clothes away and replace them with an apron. I wasn't kidding when I said the shop was busy Christmas eve. People tend to come in to buy our bakery items in bulk for parties or cookies for santa. There's also a lot of last minute shoppers who needed their caffeine fix to make it through the rest of the day. I don't blame them, I would be nothing without my precious coffee. Which Kyle doesn't drink by the way! He doesn't really like hot drinks with the exception of hot chocolate. It was almost a deal breaker but I gave him the benefit of the doubt. Not everyone was raised on coffee like my family. You know Gary Harrison can't have coffee because it's against his religion. Crazy right? The last thing people stop by the shop for is gift certificates or coffee to purchase. I was expecting to get said coffee for Christmas tomorrow.

*Time skip to 2:00 PM*

The coffee shop was pretty deserted after our lunch time rush left. I could tell my dad was beyond exhausted and kindly recommended that he should take a break. He seemed happy to be able to relax for a bit and replied with a smile; "thanks son, I'll only be fifteen minutes then I'll help with whatever you need". I returned the smile and told him "don't worry about it, take all the time you need, you and mom work too hard". I was happy to help and was gratefull that my parents didn't make me work too many hours at our family business. I heard the bell above the entrance make a noise and looked up to see Butters, Kenny, and Karen walking in shivering from the cold air outside. Karen seemed happy to be in the warmth of the building and started scanning the menu for something to eat. I was super happy to see Butters and said; "hey guys, get a lot of shopping done today"? Butters nodded his head happily while holding a tight grip on Kenny's arm. Kenny just rolled his eyes holding onto all the shopping bags but not without adding; "these girls took forever buying their stuff"! Gesturing towards Butters and Karen. "I almost died trying to get through all the crowds of middle aged moms at the mall shopping for their bratty kids". Butters turned to face Kenny; "come on Ken, I've worked really hard tutoring and wanted to make sure your gift was special, like um... you" he whispered the last three words quietely knowing I was hanging onto every word the couple was saying. "Plus Karen was miserable at your house with your parents being home and". Butters didn't get to finish his sentence because Kyle had just walked into the shop and that made the whole group go silent.