by Diego Xavier
Thank you for brightening my evening, JUNG-BAE-YONG"
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Dawns, and shortly after breakfast, they left for the airport toward Boston, Charles Adkins' new home. Accompanied by Dora, they arrived in the new city in 1 hour, he should already get used to it, because this would be his 1 most repetitive hour during the next 4 years of study. Before they went straight to his new apartment, they passed in front of the magnificent Harvard University, the scene of the next chapters of our boy's story, and he couldn't hide the dazzle and excitement of finally being so close to the desired school. The red bricks could be seen from any direction and the various cars with the prospective students and their families, going against the dormitories, kept coming in and out of the campus gate. I was more anxious than ever, no longer knew what I was wishing for so much, whether it was the university, the apartment or having my own car, but I knew that everyone was really good and could have them soon. Before I thought mom was playing one more of her jokes in saying that the apartment was only 10 minutes from campus, and it's not that it really was 10 minutes, better for me that I will save time with displacement, arriving at my new house if I remember correctly, could support a very large family and did not need all that , but as my mother has moments that does not hear anyone, would be very well welcomed in the new apartment of several rooms and rooms that do not even know the name and would probably never use, but even then I thanked mom for giving me such a beautiful and comfortable gift, the house was really luxurious and would supply me quietly during the years i had been living here. Grandma asked me to go to the garage to see my other gift, the Mercedes S-class sedan was divinely beautiful, almost said aloud that amelie's 300c didn't come anywhere near the beauty of my new car, trying to get a chance to tease her one last time.
- Grandma, this car is just perfect, I love it.
I'm glad you like it, so you can come visit me and drive it if you want.
- You can let me go with the greatest pleasure - excited to be able to drive your new car, i couldn't wait to put the mileage panel to run.
As soon as they visited the new apartment, we headed to the school so I could meet her and i'm located on the first classes and classrooms. I chose to study International Relations, always had a passion to know about the political and economic agreements between the countries of the globe since I was a child and decided to focus on this love for IR, much better than the tiresome career of doctor that Aunt Rose always pushed me.
Arriving at Harvard, Mom and Dad began to meet with their friends who hadn't seen them for years, always introducing their children to each other, at the chance to become friends too and continues the friendship between families, I had the opportunity to meet about 8 or 9 young people, but they all looked exactly like me, were there just to study and get rid of the social conventions that their parents always put them. Once situated and properly allocated, it was time to say goodbye to family members and Charles to start his university life on the right foot.
- Well, I think it's time for us to go, I studied here Charles and with all the certainty of the world I say, you are in good hands, rest assured that you will leave here directly to the post of Prime Minister of England – Said Henry trying not to pressure the son – The father is feeling a huge pride of you, be happy having my approval and my support I'll see you on vacation in London, I love you, buddy.
- I love you too, Dad - I hugged him.
- Whenever I can, I come to visit you dear, if you need anything call me, no matter the time or day, your mother will always be ready to meet you and do your will. Enjoy your college days a lot because they fly by! Mom loves you, takes care of you - Amelie bursting into tears at the farewell.
- If you cry I'll cry too mom, it will be difficult for me to be without our games, but whenever I miss you, I will remember our moments together and fill my heart with joy. I love you, Mom, and thank you to Dad for always supporting me.
- Puppy cross creed, I'm a few hours from here anything you need to call me that I come as soon as possible, and take care of every weekend go visit me in New York, bye my angel, be well.
- Every weekend I do not guarantee - said C. laughing - but that I will always go to New York to pay attention I will go, even more grandma.
Anyway, that's it. Adulthood had begun and I was even more anxious for my first day, waiting for the new adventures that the universe would provide me. It was less than a week before the start of classes and during this period I decided to know the city that would be my home for the next 4 years, the day after my parents left me woke up at noon with noises coming from the kitchen, I went down discreetly and there was a woman making my lunch and cleaning the apartment, certainly Mom had said I didn't get up early , so the woman decided to start the service at this time.
- Good morning, Mr. Adkins, I hope I didn't wake you, but your mother gave me the order to make your lunch every morning, I hope you understand - said the maid.
- Actually, I wasn't even aware that I'd have a helper at home, yet I appreciate your presence, and I can't cook an egg, I'd certainly starve here alone.
- Lunch is ready in 15 minutes, sir.
- You don't have to call me sir, just Charles.
- I prefer to keep the formality at work sir, make sure I didn't upset my bosses.
I'm going to finish getting ready then, see you later.
Unfortunately for me to find out that there was a helper at my disposal, I had to take a big scare and almost call the police in my first days alone, she prepared my meals from Monday to Friday and always left in containers ready to be heated, also by orders of mother, took care of the house and my clothes. Apparently, Amelie doesn't know the purpose of living alone, but I won't complain either, the helper is serving as a great help. Waiting for the beginning of classes, I prepared and began to separate my materials and clothes for the first days, I also took the opportunity to go shopping at the mall, I needed to get into the style of Boston and get rid of the fashion of London, the many times I criticized my mother for leaving WestField full of products, this time I was the one who came out full of bags that occupied the entire back seat of Mercedes , which was moreover very comfortable to drive, among the novelties what made me most happy was driving the Mercedes, I must thank Dora again when I see her.
Finally September arrived and with him the first day of school, I woke up 8 hours and started preparing for the big day, I got into the Mercedes and when I put my backpack with the books and notebooks on the bench next door, I realized that the new cycle had begun. As the Sedan floated on the streets of Boston at my command, I received a message from a veteran informing him that everyone should gather in front of the university library for the dean's annual speech and then the photos. I parked the car near the building where I would study and went on foot toward the large library, Dad had certainly called his contacts, because most veterans knew my name, while my situation with them was totally different, the good thing is that they helped me, then gathered the IR students and the execution of the Harvard Anthem. After all the ceremony, followed each one to their respective buildings to start their first day of school, I think I should call Dad and ask my veterans to stop escorting me, I'm already getting a little dull, glad they're pretty nice people.
Hey Charles, how would you like to come and have a drink with us and celebrate the big day after school? asked Fred
- I appreciate it, but stay for the next one, I'll leave to take all in the second year -C. sympathetically
- Okay then, I'm going to charge you in, even more
When I finally found the room, I was barred by another veteran who said he followed his father's orders to take care of little Adkins, who as a child had nothing but five feet. In the IR room, the tables were one followed by large and unique benches, giving a greater vision and proximity to teachers and students. At the first table there was only one student with a low head who moved on his smartphone while class did not begin, I decided to sit at the same table. I settled down and we
nt to check my social networks while the class did not start, suddenly a student named Will enters the room and asks everyone to sign the attendance list until the end of the class, he delivers the list to the boy next to me who signs it and passes me then, surprising me even more with the playful lord universe.
Attendance List - International Relations ¬- Harvard - Day 1
Names: 1st - Jung BaeYong
Jung-Bae-Yong???? - Charles reading surprised the name on the list and quickly recalling his attempt to pronounce his name in the store in New York, this time would find it very difficult to meet again with him, it would be practically impossible – HUm, Jung-Bae-Yong is yourself? - I wouldn't believe it if it was the same one from New York.
- yes, it's me, why the question? " Said Bae turning around and finally looking at C., with a pause, staring at him for a few seconds – Okay, now I'm starting to freak out about our spontaneous encounters, how likely are we to find ourselves by 3x in less than a year without even knowing each other? - he was scared to face.
- It must be fate, my friend - Charles ecstatic to finally see a familiar face and who would be the only one.
-A friend? Who said it?
- Well, I don't think you know anyone here but me, and I say the same thing. I've had your balls a lot that day in New York, I can continue my work here at Harvard... I'm just kidding, but let's be cranky and let's keep each other company, i don't want to have to hang out with the soldiers, I mean, my father's veterans.
- Okay, but if you start acting debauched, I'il leave you alone, better your company than another idiot's - Bae would take Charles to a look of surprise right now.
But what's wrong with another idiot? "He didn't understand exactly what Bae meant.
Baeyong laughed lightly, taking his long white fingers to his lips – because I'm only able to bear an idiot by my side, in case you, none more.
- Oh I'm the idiot, I got a little lost in the sentences - laugh - Look, you annoy me, calling me that, I'm just a young man of good with life, you're lucky to have me by your side, guy, too lucky.
- Well, there are several other places in the room to sit, I came to study and not make affective ties, I think I do not need this "Luck" all after all – Bae serious as always.
- Calm new friend, I will not abandon you, rest assured, I already know that you are a little cranky and I accept the mission to fix you, make you a sweet and kind person again ... - said laughing to him who looked at him with a face of incredulous with the words without nexus that comes out of the mouth of Charles, while the teacher arrives in the room and began his introduction and presentation of the students.
"Carol Madison, North American nationality and 18 years old"
"Jung BaeYong, Korean national and 18 years old"
When Bae introduced himself to the standing room, Charles made faces so that he would laugh and lose focus during the speech, so it ended came the scolding.
- Behaves child, if I will not make you be kicked from the room by the teacher - Bae giving a slight giggle imagining the acquaintance being lynched on the first day of school and giving you peace finally, will begin to feel a little safe next to the new friendship with Charles, but with the usual serious face and not demonstrating anything.
"Charles Adkins, British national and 18 years old"
After Charles introduces himself, the teacher asks him
- By any chance, are you Amelie Adkins' son?
Yes, yes, why? – asked without understanding how she knew he was the son of AA.
After saying his mother's name that was known worldwide, everyone followed his gaze at Charles who at that very moment felt uncomfortable, as if vultures wanted to attack him.
- Your mother was a brilliant student here at our university and my classmate during her years of study, I hope you follow in her footsteps and fill her with pride, I also hope you don't get in the way of your classmates with faces during class – said the teacher with a brief smile on her face for them.
- I was just trying to put a smile on his teacher's face, usually he's very serious and I thought a little joy on his first day would help him.
- You are exactly like your mother, she played the same games in the classroom – the teacher remembering her time as a student and smiling – wonder that Mr. BaeYong found someone to cheer you up in those first days of pressure that is university life, in fact I recommend to everyone who make friendly relationships with his colleagues, we are here to learn all together and pass our knowledge to each other - she nods her head to C.
- Great, now you are the darling of the teacher and the student son of famous class, congratulations, the spotlight is all yours - Bae with your usual serious tone.
- Hey, I was just playing a friend role with you – C. laughing and rubling your arm around Bae's neck and supporting you – role of tormenting you, cheering you up and making you laugh. I'm here for this my new friend JUNG-BAE-YONG
At that moment, Bae finally opened a sincere little smile looking at Charles and said - I thank you, you're kind of crazy but it's a wonder, who knows I let you be my colleague, is at most colleague - Then returned to pay attention to the class.
- You saw little friend, you don't have to be serious all the time – he holds bae's hand gently – well, now let's pay attention to the class before you kill me and the teacher is disappointed in me.
Arriving at the end of the first day, they were standing in front of each other, Bae about 5 inches taller than him, ready to say goodbye when Baeyong receives a notification on his cell phone, quickly Charles steals it for a few moments. He approaches with the device in his hands tells him to smile, taking a selfie of the two together, C. appeared making chifrinhos on him, while Bae smiles slightly and subtly, Charles retreats in returning the phone to the owner and continues to stir.
What are you doing? Return my phone to your freak – BaeYong not understanding anything tries to grab back to himself, causing the acquaintance to deviate slightly.
- Calm down, I'm just adding my number to your calendar, now that we're friends, you need to have my number in case I show up drunk and need help – he delivers Bae's phone along with his own.
- If you show up drunk, the last person you should call is me. What do you want now? – asked B. seeing Charles' cell phone being delivered to his.
Charles demonstrating to be patient with the boy's slowness, grabs his smartphone and shows the photo he took during the meeting of the two in the Samsung store - I'll use this photo even then, now add your number in my calendar.
While adding his number, Bae looked at him with his deep, serious look. I've got a lot to do.
The boys said goodbye and each out meeting their cars in different parking lots, before distancing themselves altogether, Charles shouted - HEY BAE, UNTIL TOMORROW FRIEND.
BaeYong made the brief wave of his hand to Charles and returned to follow his route toward the parking lot, with a small smile on his face.
I got in my car and headed home, tired and excited about the busy and tiring day, it is, now yes certainly the university life had begun.
•Chapter 5 - Mercedes Loses Its Ear!
While BaeYong was moving on his cell phone, he received an unexpected call from Charles.
- Hey, I think by some mistake we exchanged the notebooks just on the first day, glad we have a beautiful and legible letter, so study with my notebook today and I study with yours, but tomorrow please take it to me that I will do the same.
He now without much patience for losing his notes, decides to breathe and not curse him fiercely as he intended to do - Yes, I just saw that we changed the notebooks, it must have been your fault, but rest assured that I do.
It's my fault? What audacity - C. laughing - okay, tomorrow we meet then, until then, good night.
- Good night - BaeYong serious as always.
After the call was terminated, Bae saw the photo Charles had taken earlier of the two of them together and was thoughtful, "Surtado Adkins, that should be his n
ame. Until he's nice, he'd make me a good mate." After talking to himself, because he smiled briefly and returned to his studies.
Life at Harvard was becoming increasingly exciting for Charles, the challenges and activities that teachers proposed to his students was a great way of learning, it was no wonder that the place was considered one of the best in the world to study. After a month since the beginning of classes, the friendship with BaeYong was solidifying even more, Bae with his serious way and C. with his playful way of being, the boys attend the same subjects and quantities, both took the maximum number and admirably managed to get along in all.
Hey Charles, did the teacher give you what grade?
-9.5 - answered with a tone if superiority, to laugh at the friend's face - and you?
-Next time you get a friend, she gave me a 10 - said Bae playing with C. and trying to find himself on top of his friend, who had tried the same before.
-Last class the teacher gave you 8 while he was writing pretty big on my test number 9, looks like we're even.
They both laughed and it seemed a little strange that they were having their high notes, anyway, let's keep going...
The boys laughed and proceeded to their next class. With the full day they just had, they headed to the parking lot, this time BaeYong had started parking his BMW next to the Mercedes, it looked like a couple, the cars I say, I can't imagine who the wife and husband are, I'm still talking about the cars... and they always went together to pick up their cars and say goodbye soon, so it was every day since the second week of school. Getting close to the big machines, they paid off and Bae before leaving, remembered to give the message to his friend.
-Don't forget the computer with our work tomorrow – worried about running out of 20% of your final grade.
I'm not going to scare you like I did last week- C. remembered the prank I had nailed to him.
If you do that again, I'm going to be forced to use my strength on you... Well, I'm going to go for it.