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Sparrow was Just watching the Snowfall outside her Apartment while sipping on Hot Chocolate from the Mug in one hand while absentmindedly petting Sparky, Her Pet Fox that had Black and Orange Fur and Orange eyes.
Ever Since Her little Brother, Carlos, Had died last Christmas, Sparrows just spent Christmas with her Pet Foxes. Sure Most People Would be with Family, Friends or Even a Special Someone like a Girlfriend or Boyfriend. But Sparrow? She had Sparky and Snowflake. Thats all she Needed.
Suddenly Her Phone Pinged. It was Colonel Alejandro Vargas, Or just Alejandro.
Alejandro: Hey, You Busy?
Sparrow: No. Just staying at home with Snowflake and Sparky
(Alejandro is Typing…)
Alejandro: Hey, We’re having a Party at my house with Rodolfos Family and My Family. Do you wanna come?
Sparrow hesitated, She Didn’t know what to say. She didn’t know if she wanted to go visit Alejandro and Rodolfo’s Families for Christmas. She had never met Rodolfo or Alejandros Families. What would they think about her? Would they Judge her? Would they welcome her into their Families?
(Sparrow is Typing…)
Sparrow: Are you Sure they would Judge Me…? I’ve never Met your Family or Rudys Family…
(Alejandro is Typing…)
Alejandro: Don’t worry, Hermana. They already know about you. You’ll be surprised when they react when you come. Just come on over, You can Bring Sparky and Snowflake too. My Mama Works with Foxes.
Sparrow Thought for a moment…She could bring Her Foxes? But what surprised her more was that…Alejandros Mom worked with Foxes?!
Sparrow tapped on the Text Bar, Thinking for a moment before she decided to respond.
Sparrow: Alright. I’ll be there in a couple minutes.
Sparrow turned off her phone and got up. Snowflake and Sparky stood up on their four legs while on the Couch. When Sparrow Opened the two Carrying Cages, Snowflake and Snowy Immediately ran in the Cages, Their tails wagging. Sparrow Chuckled.
“I guess you guys are that Excited to see Alejandro and Rodolfo Again.”
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When Sparrow arrived at the Vargas Family Home, She Turned off the Car and walked to the Trunk, She Unlocked the Carrying Cages & Opened them before Letting the Fluffy Fox Boys out. She walked to the door and Knocked on the door. A couple minutes later, Alejandro opened the door with a smile on his Face.
”Hermana! You came!” Alejandro greeted Happily, “¡Mamá! ¡Ella está aquí! ¡Y ella trajo a los Floofy Boys! (Mama! She’s here! And She brought the Floofy Boys!)” Alejandro turned to the Kitchen where his Mom was making Dinner. Alejandros Mom, Maria, Looked to the door, Immediately turning down the Heat on the Stove and ran over to the door, Hugging Sparrow.
”Me alegro de que lo hayas hecho, Sparrow! (So Glad you Made it, Sparrow!)” Sparrow Squeaked loudly when Maria Hugged her tightly. “Hola…Mama Vargas…” Sparrow managed to say while in the tight hug. Alejandro chuckled. “Tranquilo, mamá. No la aplastes en tamales... (Easy, Mama. Don’t Squish her into Tamales…)” Alejandro Patted his Moms Shoulder, Maria Let go, Chuckling. Sparrow let out a Gasp of air, one hand on her knee and the other on her Stomach.
“Come, Sit down.” Alejandro beckoned Sparrow over to the Couch that was near the fireplace. The Two sat down beside Rudy, their Best Friend. “Hola, Sparrow.” Rudy Greeted, Sparrow nodded in Greeting. A couple minutes later, Alejandro came back with a tray — which had three Mugs of Mexican Hot Chocolate.
Alejandro and Rodolfo’s Mugs had Whipped Cream while Sparrows Didn’t — but what all three of them did have was Marshmallows. “Here you go Sparrow.” Alejandro Handed Sparrow her Mug. “Thanks Alejandro.” Sparrow Smiled. Alejandro Handed Rodolfo his Mug. “Gracias, Hermano.” Rodolfo nodded, Taking a sip of his Drink. Alejandro Put the Tray on the Coffee Table and Took a Sip of His own, Sparrow just sat there, The warmth from the Mug warming her hands.
She took a tiny sip of her Hot Chocolate. Alejandro Smiled, “You like it, Mi Vida?” He asked, Sparrow nodded. “Thats Good.” A couple minutes later, They had finished their Drinks and their Food (The Food was Carne Asada Burritos), Sparrow was lying down on the Couch When Rodolfo’s Mom, Gabriela, came over.
“Ven, Mija. Hay regalos debajo del árbol. Algunos son para ti. (Come, Mija. There are Gifts under the tree. Some are for you.)” Gabriela Smiled. Sparrow nodded, She got up and Sat Beside Rodolfo. “Hola, Querido mío. (Hey, My Dear.)” Rodolfo wrapped an arm around his Partner, Sparrow smiled when Rodolfo gave her a kiss on the forehead.
Alejandro’s mom Smiled, Rodolfos Mom spoke up, a Playful smirk on her face. “So. Seems like you’re in a good Relationship, Mijo.” Rodolfo looked at his Mom with a Deadpanned expression but couldn’t help but smile.
Alejandro pushed a Present to His Mom. “Gracias, Mijo.” Maria smiled and opened the present which was a picture of Her and Alejandro…And Alejandros Dad. Marias smile faded upon seeing her Deceased Husband. “I found this photo and wanted to keep Dads Memory Alive…” Alejandro spoke. “Its Beautiful, Alejandro.” Maria sniffled, Alejandro hated seeing his mom sad so he hugged her.
“Please don’t cry, Mama.” Alejandro said, Maria broke down…Alejandro felt horrible at Making his Mom Cry. Sparrow stayed silent, It reminded her of when She lost Carlos and nearly—
“Sparrow?…” Alejandros mom Spoke, Breaking the Transgender Sergeant out of her thoughts. “Hm?” Sparrow looked up. “Are you okay, Mi Amor?” Rodolfo asked, Sparrow paused. “Im…Fine…” Sparrow replied, Rodolfo Raised an Eyebrow. “Please don’t lie…” Rodolfo put a hand on Sparrows Cheek, The Synthetic Leather cold against her skin.
”…can we talk later…?” Sparrow asked, Rodolfo nodded. “Sure, Mi Corazon.” Rodolfo kissed Sparrows Forehead. A couple hours later, Rodolfo and Alejandro were cuddling on the Couch while Sparrow was Helping Maria in the Kitchen, Sparrow was washing the Dishes While Maria Put them in the dish rack.
“Mama Vargas?” Sparrow spoke, Maria paused, A Bowl Midway to the Dish rack in her Hand. “¿Qué es, Mija? (What is it, Dear?)” Maria asked. “…i hope i’m not being Rude, But who was that man in the Photo Alejandro Gave you?” Sparrow replied, Maria went quiet for a moment, Tears evident in her eyes, Sparrow noticed…did she say something wrong? “You don’t have to answer if you don’t want.” Sparrow quickly added. “No. It’s okay…that…was my Husband and Alejandros Father. We Met in High School…But when he went out for a Mission While Alejandro was still in high school…” Maria paused.
”i Had gotten the News that my husband…My Beloved Husband of 12 Years…had been killed by the Cartel…”
Maria felt tears rolling down her face, Sparrow quickly turned off the Water and Embraced Maria. “I’m…so sorry, Mama Vargas…I…I shouldn’t have asked.” Sparrow stammered.
”No. you had the right to Ask, My dear.” Maria Wiped her eyes and smiled. Sparrow sighed, a couple minutes Passed, Sparrow wiped the Counter after finishing Washing Dishes and went to sit down on the couch when Rodolfo Beckoned Sparrow to Follow him, Sparrow was a bit confused but followed anyways, Rodolfo lead her to Rodolfos Bedroom, once inside, Rodolfo shut the door behind them.
”Sparrow, Remember when you asked me to Talk Later…?” Rodolfo asked softly. Sparrow paused but nodded. “Yea…Why?” “What did you want to talk with me about?” Rodolfo Questioned, Sparrow paused.
”Its just..When Alejandro Gave Maria that Picture of her And Her Husband…it reminded me of Carlos…My little Brother…” Sparrow vividly remembered holding her Baby Brother, Carlos, For the first time when he was Born, then the memory darkened to Sparrow holding Carlos’s Dead Body after He was killed by the Cartel.
“…he was only ten when he died. It broke me.”