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Emma
Sighing, I walked up to Nick standing at his locker before first bell. Was I excited that Mom and Dad agreed to let me go, Of course. But did I want to tell Nick that like a baby my mom and dad had to supervise our date and Nick had to meet my Dad? Heck No.
Tucking the hair behind my ear, I approached him.
“Hey Nick.” I smiled,
He looked at me and smiled back. Nick was actually very beautiful. He had curly black hair and the most perfect skin, it kind of looked like the color of my favorite drink at Starbucks. Caramel Frappuccino. He had braces, but they were blue his favorite color and they looked great on him.
“Hey, Em. Did you get an answer from your parents yet?”
I nodded, “Yeah, they said I can go out with you. This Saturday work for you?”
In turn, he nodded, “Yeah, that’s perfect. Does my Mom or Dad need to be there? I know how parents can get, you know?” He chuckled. Nick has an older sister, and his dad was very similar to how Dad reacted to me going out.
It was my turn to roll my eyes, “Yeah. But My mom and Dad said that they will chaperone and take us. So, no worrying your parents.”
Before he could answer, the warning bell for our first class rang throughout the hallways.
“That’s cool. But we’ll talk more about it in study hall 3rd period.” He said, and then leaned forward and kissed my cheek.
“See ya later Em.” He smiled and walked away.
Nicholas. Mitchell. Just. Kissed. Me. On. The. Cheek.
“Get to class Ms. Sanchez!” Our vice principal yelled out to me, clearing me of my thoughts. I was the last one in the hall way.
“Yes, Ms. Johnson.” And I ran all the way to class.
“Mom, please stop!” I whined.
“Emma, there is nothing wrong with this dress! It’s cute!” She tried to explain, but it wasn’t working. The dress looked like something she would wear. Contrary to belief 14 year old boys do not like florals.
“Mom, please. Why couldn’t I shop with Miranda and Casey!”
Mom stopped looking at the dresses and turned to me, “Because I wanted to spend time with my daughter who is going on her first date.”
I rolled my eyes, looking at other dresses, “We spend time together all the time! And we don’t have the same tastes, at all. Nick isn’t Dad, he doesn’t want to see me in florals or frumpy.”
I went to go look in the mirror and realized what I just said to Mom. I turned around to see her face, and I knew I hurt her feelings.
“Mom, I didn’t mean-“
She put her hand up to stop me. “I will just go find Danny and Marcus and help them. You and Jane meet me in the food court in 30 minutes.”
I nodded my head, and she walked off.
“God Emma Marie, Do you Always have to be a jackass?” Jane said coming from behind me, scaring the shit out of me. She went over to the mirror and twirled around in her dress for the Fall dance.
I jumped, holding my chest. “Where did you come from?!”
“Doesn’t matter. Why would you say that to Mom, especially after you KNOW that’s what Dean said to her when she found out he was fucking Amber” Jane reprimanded me.
“Look, I know. I know. It came out. I didn’t mean it. I’m nervous, I just want my date to go well.” I groaned.
“Well, you better apologize and make up with Mom before Dad finds out. Cause you know he will make the date a living hell for you.” She shrugged and went back into the dressing room.
About twenty minutes later, I saw Mom by herself in the foodcourt.
“Where’s Marcus and Danny?” I asked sitting next to her.
“They didn’t want their mom’s help either, so I’ve been sitting here, nibbling on a Cinabon.” She muttered.
“Look Mom, I didn’t mean to hurt your feelings. I just-“
“I dont know how to explain it, but I’m nervous. I really like Nick and I’m glad you and Dad are letting me go on this date, but Nick is a year older than me, and my parents are babysitting us on our first date.” I Tried to explain but my words were not wording and I couldn’t comprehend how I wanted.
She sighed, brushing the bangs out of her face, “I get it. When I first met your father, I was about your age, but I didn’t have a mother to help me with these types of things. Or even a father. So I had to figure it out by myself.”
“I’m sorry. I did Not mean to say what my father said to you. That was extremely uncalled for. I really am sorry, Mom.” I got up and hugged her and she hugged me back.
“I accept your apology. Now what dress did you buy?” She asked all excited. Which made me smile and pull out a dress that was similar to the one she pulled out and of course had my taste on it.
“It’s beautiful Muff.”
“Thank you!” I put my hair behind my ear, slightly nervous, “Um, Mom. Can we keep what happened between us. No need to tell Dad right?”
She started laughing, which made me even more nervous. “Sorry Honey, I already told him.”
Oh, God. I’m Dead.
Rio
“Honey, why are you dressed like that?” Elizabeth asked me. I looked down at what I was wearing, and funnily enough, it was the same outfit that I wore when I busted the girls for robbing Fine and Frugal.
I shrugged, “I dress like this all the time.”
“Yeah, if you want to fight someone.” Annie mumbled and I looked at her, narrowing my eyes, enticing her to challenge me.
“Whatever Gang friend.” She said taking a gulp of orange juice straight from the carton.
“Auntie Annie, Daddy is going to seriously hurt you for that.” Jane giggled from the living room.
“Enough Already. Emma is extremely nervous! Everyone on their best behavior.” Elizabeth said looking over at me, I just raised my hands up in defense. Then the doorbell rang. The smirk on my face, immediately fell into a frown.
“Is he here? Do I look okay?” Emma asked, coming down the stairs, she honestly looked beautiful.
“Aw! Muff, you look absolutely stunning!!” Elizabeth gushed, twirling her in her outfit. Emma blushed at the entire family’s agreement to how adorable she looked. Then Emma turned to me,
“Daddy?”
“You’re beautiful Giggles.”
“Thank you.” She smiled, and tucked the hair, not in the bun, behind her ear.
Then the doorbell rung again, with Elizabeth quickly going to the door, only to find Mick, Cisco and Bullet, all standing at the door.
“He here yet?” Mick asked as they all came in.
“Nope, didn’t miss any of the action.” I laughed,
“As much as I love you guys. Why are you here?” Emma pouted.
“We had to see off our little girl! And meet her boyfriend.” Bullet said, pinching Emma’s cheeks and messing up Jane’s hair by rubbing the top of her head.
“Bro, how many times do we have to talk about this Benjamin. No touchy the hair. Unless you want to pay back Dad for the $300 blow-out, I just got.” Jane mean mugged Bullet.
“THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS FOR WHAT! Elizabeth!” I looked at Jane and her mother. Elizabeth squinted her eyes at Jane, and Jane smiled and ran off screaming, I love you.
“It wasn’t that much honey. But it was pretty pricey. Jane is happier and more confident with her hair.” Elizabeth smiled, and turned on those big puppy dog eyes, that she knows will get me.
“This man is so whipped. Wife, Kids, In-laws. I just-“ Mick laughed.
“But isn’t Damien trying to get Jane to go to the dance with him?” Annie chuckled.
“Damien is trying what?!” Mick and I yelled, looking at Annie.
“Aw, Aunt Annie, Jane is gonna kill you” Emma laughed, making my head snap to her.
“You knew about this?!” I asked.
“Not my business, Daddy. Snitches get stitches. You taught me that.” She smiled brightly.
Before I could even respond, the doorbell rang again, making everyone in our foyer/ kitchen quiet.
“Will one of you people answer the door!” Annie yelled, Elizabeth smacked her arm and went to open the door, Only to reveal Ruby and Stan.
“God, how many people did you invite!” Emma complained, while sitting in the chair next to me and laying her head on my shoulder. I mean, really, we weren’t that bad. It was worse when Kenny went on his first date. Elizabeth literally followed him to the girl’s house to take pictures like it was prom or something.
“Nice to see you too, Emma.” Stan laughed.
“Emma is just nervous, and having everyone over is making it worse.” Elizabeth explained.
Then the doorbell rang for the third time.
“Daddy, please tell me that Abuela and Tia Christina and Tio David are at home and not behind that door.” Emma whispered to me.
“Well Christy and David are out of town and Ma is watching your baby prima Chase, so I really doubt it’s them.” I whispered back to her, kissing her forehead.
“Hi, my name is Nicholas Mitchell and I am here for my date with Emma.” The person behind the door, spoke to Ruby.
Let the games begin.
Elizabeth
Once Nick came into the house, it seemed that all the men stood up straighter.
“Hi Nick,” I said shaking his hand, “I am Mrs. Sanchez, Emma’s mother, and you can call me Ms. Beth and that is Mr. Sanchez” pointing to Rio. “Emma’s Dad. The ladies are her Aunts and the rest of the guys are her Uncles.”
“Thank you Ms. Beth, you guys have a lovely home.” He smiled politely, but when he saw Emma, his eyes brightened up.
“Hey Em, I brought you some roses.” He said giving them to her, making her blush just as red as the roses. Annie, Ruby and I, all aww’ed and Mick, Cisco, Bullet, Stan and Rio all grimaced.
“Hi, Nick, and thank you.” Emma took the flowers and looked at me for help.
“We have a Vase around here somewhere, but for right now, we can put them in the kitchen.” I nodded, and took the flowers, making the rest of our guests follow me. Rio, being the silent violent person he is, slouched on the counter, watching everyone complain coming into the kitchen.
Once in the kitchen and leaving Emma and Nick by themselves, I put the flowers in the vase.
“So, which homeboy is gonna rough him up a little bit.” Annie laughed, rubbing her hands
“Annie, will you ever grow up?” Ruby looked at her puzzled and confused.
“I am a grow up. Now. Who is gonna do it?” She replied,
“You do realize you just said “I am a grow up” instead of Grown up?” Mick laughed,
“Shut up Damon.”
“How about everyone shut up.” I snapped. “I know we are all excited for Emma, but she really likes this boy, so please! Be nice!” I was exhausted because Ive said that over a hundred times.
Before anyone could respond, Emma and Nick came into the kitchen, holding hands. As soon as Rio saw this, he sat up and Nick let go of Emma’s hand so fast.
So, we aren’t going to be nice, I guess.
“Um, our Movie is gonna start soon, so?” Emma told us.
“I haven’t met your date yet, Em.” Rio said, sarcastically, smiling. Elbow on the counter, with his hand holding up his head, and a terrifying grimace.
Nick cleared throat and walked up to him. “It’s a pleasure to meet you Mr. Sanchez, thank you for allowing Emma to go out with me.” He held his hand out for Rio to shake, and all my husband did was look at it. Instantly, making Nick uncomfortable
Then he and all the guys started laughing, “Nice to meet you too Nicholas.” He replied and shook his hand, but didn’t let it go.
“Daddy, please.” Emma begged, but once Rio looked at her, she stopped, so then she looked at me for help. I just put my hands up and shook my head. Nothing I could do, with this CRAZY MAN.
“So, why do you want to date my daughter?” He quizzed,
“Because she is a very pretty girl.”
“Oh, so you only want to date her for her looks?” Rio asked again,
Nick started to shake his head profusely, “No sir, I meant that- I mean, Emma is smart too. I like her.”
Rio pointed to Stan, “That’s Emma’s Uncle Stan, he’s a Police Detective, yeah?” Nick nodded.
Then pointed to Mick, Cisco and Bullet, “Those are her Uncle’s Damon, Angelo and Benjamin. They work with me, in the business.” Nick nodded again,
Rio, brought Nick closer and lowered his voice “Now, if you hurt my daughter, make my daughter cry or even try to get frisky with my daughter. They will help me get rid of you, and good ol Stan over there, will make sure you never get found. I have eyes everywhere. Got it?”
He nodded his head, profusely. “Got it, sir.”
Rio finally let go of his hand, “Great” He smiled.
“Can we go please?” Emma groaned.
“Sure, honey. You want to tell Emma something, Rio?” I spoke to the both of them, coming around the counter, putting my hand on Rio’s shoulder.
“Nope.” He replied, popping the P.
I squeezed the pressure point in his neck, making him jerk away from me,
“Fine!” He huffed. “Mom and I will pick you up and drop you off. We wont be chaperoning the date.”
“Oh, Thank God.” Emma exhaled, making us all laugh.
“Shit, don’t thank God, Thank Daddy.” Rio teased.
“Thank you, Daddy.” Emma said, kissing Rio on the cheek and hugging him.
“Curfew is 11, and I have eyes everywhere. Remember that.” Rio grumbled, looking directly at Nick.
Emma had texted us around 9:45 to pick her up at 10 from the restaurant they went too. As soon as she sent that text, Rio instantly got up and left me in the living room, with Sophia and August laying on me. With Jane, Marcus, Kenny and Danny all watching a movie, because it was Family movie night. I had to stop him from leaving at least like 5 times, especially after Jane spilled the beans that Nick kissed Emma at school, a few days ago.
“All I know is Dags better have seen nothing happen between them.” Rio mumbled while we were waiting in the car for them.
“You sent Dags!” I exclaimed, which he shrugged,
“You told me I couldn’t go, so I made sure I had someone who could.”
Rolling my eyes, texting Emma we were at the meet up spot, I replied, “You’re worse than me. How are you going to react when Jane or Sophia goes on a date.”
“Well first off, Sophia is a baby. She’s one. She better focus on saying ‘dada’ and focus on walking. Second of all, Jane isn’t going on a date any time soon. This might be Emma’s only date until I’m dead.”
But of course, Emma and Nick got into the car, pausing our conversation. Rio and I played the radio while driving Nick home and while they talked in the backseat.
By the time we gotta Nick’s house, Emma walked him to the door, and we watched as our daughter kissed his on the lips and quickly run away, leaving Nick stunned.
“I’m going to kill her.” He roared.
When she got in the backseat, she stayed quiet.
“Grounded?” She whispered.
“Hell. Yeah.” Rio gritted out, pulling out of Nick’s driveway.
“Worth it.” She smiled and tucked her hair behind her ear.
After about 10 minutes of dead silence, I couldn’t take it anymore.
“So, how was it?” I turned around to look at her.
She squealed, “Mom it was great! We were gonna go to the movies first, but there was a festival going on, Dia de la Independencia. And Nick had never been to a festival, so we went and had so much fun. He won me a stuffed bear and everything. Then we went to dinner and it was so good!”
“Where is this stuffed bear?” I asked, because she didn’t get in the car with anything.
She ducked her head, “Uncle Dags has it.”
Rio slammed on the brakes, turning around to look at Emma.
“Who has what?!”
She sighed, “Okay, Look daddy, if you want to send anyone to spy on me, send Cisco or Mick. I spotted Dags as soon as I got out the car. The restaurant even gave him a doggie bag shaped like a swan. Plus, the bear was too big for our car with all four of us in it. So, he said he’ll take it and drop it off at our house, tomorrow.”
“He got a doggy bag?” He grumbled, driving the rest of the way home.
Rio
Once the bear got delivered, and I saw how much Emma loved that thing. A few months past and Nick and Emma were officially boyfriend and girlfriend, and went on other dates. I couldn’t tell you how many times, I’ve caught Emma after curfew texting or calling this boy when she was supposed to be in bed. Which is why she’s grounded now, and of course, a bad grade or two.
I noticed that it was time to explain things to Emma, so I talked to Elizabeth, and we called Emma into our room.
“Look, I know I’m grounded, but I didn’t do anything, I swear.” She said, sitting on our bed in pajama’s.
“We know you didn’t, but we wanted to talk to you.” Elizabeth started,
“About what?” Emma looked confused, hell I would be too. I’m conflicted now.
I sighed, “This is the same talk we had with Kenny after he went on a date with Jen for the first time.”
“Well, being that Kenny is 16 and only went on a date with Jen last year. I’m so confused guys.” She responded.
“Do you really like this boy, Emma?” I trembled, just asking sent a shiver down my spine.
She smiled, “Yes, Daddy. I really do. He’s like perfect!”
Damn near almost crying, I replied, “Well, I think we should talk to you about the Birds and the Bees.”
“Excuse me?” Emma gasped,
“Safe sex, honey. That’s what we want to talk about.” Elizabeth replied.
“OH GOD! EW! LALALALALALALA I’M NOT LISTENING!” Emma yelled and cover her ears and closed her eyes.
“Emma, be serious!” Elizabeth laughed, taking Emma’s hands off of her ears.
“Mom, Dad, I’m a virgin, okay! Please let’s not talk about this!” She whined.
“We have to Muff, you have a boyfriend and you never know. Dad and I just want you to be safe.”
“Ha! Yeah right, If I became a teenage parent Dad would kill me and him. Plus Nick is too scared to do anything besides hold my hand and kiss me. Cause of Dad.” She complained.
“Good, he needs to be scared. But you’re old enough now Giggles, so” and I pulled out the book explaining sex from Elizabeth’s doctors office.
“So, when a guy gets aroused-“ Elizabeth started, but Emma cut her off,
“GOD! PLEASE STOP! I’M NOT LISTENING!!!!” She screamed and got up running to her room, slamming the door.