Family
"Alex has not been the same ever since his lovely mother mysteriously died eight months earlier and ever since then he has not spent time with his family
The Okoye's house in Texas
Abel
Alex, are you busy, I want to talk to you
Alex
(sighs) What do you want dad I'm busy right now, and I don't have time to talk
Abel
(Talks with a concerned tone)Look, I know it has been very hard for you since your mother passed away. I know she was everything to you,, but that doesn't mean that you should always lock yourself up in your room, just to avoid us.... Your family. Her death was hard for all of us especially me but we've all moved on, and you have to do the same.
Alex
(In a sharp tone) That's easy for you to say, I know you did not care about her that much, but I did and even though it's been eight months since she passed I don't think I will move on
Abel
(In an angry tone) You are talking as if you are the only one who cared about her (sighs). I loved her Alex, and it really breaks me as your father seeing you like this, I want to see you happy.
Abel
So I suggested if we can go camping as a family? (smiles slightly)
Alex
(Thinks furiously) I already invited Camilla to come over
Abel
(surprised) Ohh, but why??
Alex
We planned on binge-watching some anime together today
Abel
(Smile fades) Okay, If that's what you want, then it's okay I guess.
Abel, Chloe and Anthony prepare for camping while Alex helps them arrange
Abel
Okay guys I hope everything is set
Chloe, Anthony and Alex:Yes dad
Chloe
Alex (calls in a soft tone)
Chloe
Why aren't you coming with us for camping?
Chloe
Is there something wrong
Alex
Nope, Umm Camilla and I planned on binge-watching anime today, so I can't ditch that.
Chloe
Oh! really (she answers curiously)
Camilla Rodriguez
Good morning Mr Okoye
Alex
(The girl that really brightens my day)
Abel
Hey Camilla, how are you doing
Camilla Rodriguez
I'm fine (Turns to Alex) where are you guys heading
Alex
They are going camping, and I'm not joining them
Camilla Rodriguez
Okay, so the binge-watching is still on right??
Alex
(Smiles) Yes of course babe, it is
Anthony
Camilla (he calls out in a cute and soft tone) I brought you something (gives her a beautiful flower)
Camilla Rodriguez
(chuckles) Aww Anthony, you didn't have to, you are so sweet
Camilla Rodriguez
When you guys return, I'm going to get you something better okay (smiles)
Chloe
(clears her throat) So Camilla, I hope you and Alex didn't plan anything aside from binge-watching
Alex and Camilla look at each other confused
Chloe
(Looks suspiciously) I don't want to see any broken bed or chairs understand??
Alex
Jesus yes I understand (looks shocked)
Camilla and Anthony laugh
They all look at Anthony surprised and shocked as he seems to understand what Chloe said
Chloe
Young man, why did you laugh
Anthony
I thought it was funny
Camilla Rodriguez
Really!!
Anthony
(To Camilla)Yeah, I mean when come over to see Alex it normally ends with the bed shaking and you screaming "Yes baby"
Chloe laughs hysterically while Camilla and Alex look at him bewildered
Alex
Wow, Anthony you know and you have heard way too much bro.
Camilla Rodriguez
(Laughs) It's kinda cute though
Chloe and Alex look at Camilla with an "is it" stare on their faces
Meanwhile Abel signals Anthony and Chloe to get into the car. They get into the car and start the engine. Chloe calls Alex from inside the car
Chloe
Alex, don't do anything stupid with Cami while we are away.
Camilla Rodriguez
(laughs)
Alex
(rolls his eyes in frustration) Yeah, yeah
Chloe
And always remember that I love you (smiles)
Alex
Love you more (smiles back)
Alex and Camilla wave at the car until it goes out of sight. Alex and Camilla enter the house to start their anime marathon.
That was the last time Alex saw his family alive.
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