It had just hit seven in the evening, on june 8th; 2058. And the Molina house-hold was VERY much so still alive. A woman in her early thirties was tidying up the family/living room. Soft grey eyes glancing towards the window that gave her a good view of the backyard; where her husband was busying himself.

One of her two daughters, the youngest, wasn't home at the moment; Kassidy was at a neighbor's house that lived near by, a friend ironically from school: Hogwarts school of witch craft and wizardry. A Ravenclaw, just like herself, at that. The thirteen year old was due home soon though. Marianela's oldest daughter, Elissa, was running around the house doing whatever she was; her mother hoped cleaning up any messes before her friends arrived for their stay.

Normally, each summer Elissa, and her four best friends that she had met ten years ago, on this exact day, would be going to the place they had met for summer break: Emmylyne's grandmother's house, Angelina had set their playdate up all those years back. She was good friends with someone connected to each of the 'children'. This year, was different. Mitch had told Eli to have their summer break here, at home, and well..that's exactily what they had planned now.

Eli stood in the Kitchen, her best girl Emmy, sat on the blue shaded countertop nearest the fridge's side. She had already arrived, two days back. Emmy was treated much like family, not that the others weren't, just her best friends parents knew her almost like they would their other daughters.

As the fifteen year old's mother strolled into the kitchen, eying their appearances with amusement for both girls were still in pajama pants and solid color matching tanktops, Eli's buttercup yellow and Emmy's moss green, both had sleeping monkey prints holding pillow banana's on them. "Shouldn't you two be getting dressed? Your friends should be here anytime now." Marianela asked, eyebrow raising. "Off you two, go get ready, check the rooms as well, please."

Both teenages knew better then to argue, and left with a nod. Talking quietly amonst each other as they traveled down a hall or two, taking a corner into Elissa's room. Once changed into a pure white, babydoll dress and a pair of dark jeans Eli moved to let her friend into the bathroom, to change into her capri's and a regular casual grey-ish blue shirt, that read 'What's not to love?' in pale pink with a character print from a very very old classic child's movie; Eeyore, from Winnie the Pooh.

Her dark hair was down, falling in waves abit past her shoulderblades. That she swept out of her face as strands fell forwards, sliding her seagrass white flipflops on that were by one of the endtables; and went to the room abit down the hall from there's, on the opposite wall. The quest room, just like her own, had been repaired for guests; abit of help from her father's wizarding cousin, just to speed things up more. Sunlight filled the room, she noticed, making the forest green walls burst with silent nature, along with the nice dark oak wood framed bunkbeds; each three organized to fit cozily in the room. The color scheme was clearly earthy; the sheets a soft brown, Eli noticed as she straightened up a comforter of silky dark green fabric. All set; Elissa thought, gazing around amber eyes lingered on picture frame set on the desk, that held an old picture of five kids: Two girls, three boys. One of the girls, the blonde, was climbing (attempting more aless) an old, no less big or heathy tree; one of the three boys, this one a brunette, was waiting on a tree branch, arm extended to help the little girl up. A second boy, again brunette but curly haired, was standing under the tree too, helping the girl from his place on the ground (and was waiting to climb up too) as for the last two, the second girl was sitting, back against the stump with her dark haired head burried in a book and the final boy stood next to her, soccor ball under his right foot.

It was them, at eight years old. At their favorite spot in 'Grandma' Angelina's house, under their 'ancient' tree.

In her and Kassidy's room (Which admittedly looked VERY different from what it normally did, for example they didn't usually have bunkbeds, especially not three sets somehow all nicely arranged around the room) they had the same picture, hanging though. It was larger as well. Their room compared to the boy's room was rather similar, in all ways. Their wood frames were mahogany, endtables and desk as well. The sheets white, and the silky comforters were black; just like Eli's part of the room always was, not much color, but in black and white. She liked it like that.

Snapping out of her daze down memorylane, Eli ran quickly from the room, closing the door behind her just as Emmy ran from their room; Marianela had called from another room; the boys had arrived?

Let the summer begin.

Characters:
Mitch Molina; Age: 39 {Me}
Marianela Molina; Age: 37 {Me}
Elissa Molina; Age: 15 {Me}
Kassidy Molina; Age: 13 {Me}
Emmylyne Mae-Saunders; Age: 15 {Me}
Jodie Lawley; Age: 17 {Steph}
Benjamin Lawley; Age: 15 {Steph}
Jenny Lawley; Age: 13 {Steph}
Axel Phoenix; Age: 15 {Shan}
Finnegan O'Callaghan; Age: 15 {Shan}
Seamus O'Callaghan; Age: 13 {Shan}
Blair McClane; Age: 15 {Dani}
Remington McClane; Age: 16 {Dani}
Pudge the dog; Age: 2 months/20 pounds

Having succeeded in a side-along aparition with her son and two nephews down the street from the the Molina residence, Catalina Phoenix walked swiftly down the street. "C'mon boys. The sooner we get there the sooner you can have fun!" the woman said excitedly. She smiled at them as her son, Axel, walked next to her and placed an arm around her, giving her a kiss on the cheek. He had passed her up when he was about eleven and she had stayed five feet tall since she could remember.

"No worries mum. It's always nice to be fashionably late," Axel joked, squeezing his mother's shoulders. He was extremely excited to be going to the Molina's for the duration of summer. Probably what he was most excited for was the fact that he was going to spend with entire summer with his best friends, especially Emmy, but that was kept under wraps. As his thoughts were spinning through his mind he was suddenly hit in the back with a soccer ball. Excuse me, Gaelic Football. "Oi!" Axel shouted, laughing and looking behind him.

Finnegan chuckled and shrugged, acting as if he had no idea who had done such a thing. "Sorry mate. Seamus made me." Naturally, the boys always blamed stuff on each other. In this case, it was Finn's younger brother by one year. While Axel was busy thinking about Emmy, which he knew all too well, Finn was thinking about Elissa. True, sometimes he thought she absolutely hated him, but he was determined to make her fall in love with him. And good luck Finn. She was an absolute spitfire, but that's why he loved her: she dared to be different.

Seamus scowled at his brother, but returned the laugh all the same. "You're goin' down Finn," he muttered. He and Finn had been kicking the ball down the street as they rounded the corner to their destination. The younger blond boy picked up the ball after it bounced off his cousin's back and placed it under his arm while his brother threw an arm around his shoulders. He was actually quite excited about spending some time with his brother's friends, seeing as he would think he was cool if he got to hang out with the older kids. Who wouldn't think that?

Rounding the corner once the house was in view, Cat picked up the pace slightly as she moved up the driveway. The boys went running up to the door and she couldn't help but chuckle. Once she made it to the door, she ruffled each of their hair then rang the doorbell. "Don't annoy the girls too much," she warned jokingly. She received small chuckles from each of them. "I'm just gonna come in for a moment. I'd like to say hello to Marianela and Mitch."

"Dang! Where is everybody?" Benjamin thought as he walked through the quiet hallway. He had seen Jodie all day. She must still be mad that she didnt get to go to America. But nobody except him and Jenny could tell she was mad. Jodie always had a straight face, but he could read her like a book. He walked into the kitchen and found his mom drinking tea. "Hey mum."

She gave him a gently nod and took a slow sip from her burgundy cup. Benji walked over and kissed his mother on the cheek. He knew she was going through a rough time. Even though her and his dad have been divorced for the past three years, it still hurt her emotionally. Opening the door to the fridge, he pulled out a banana and peeled back the peel. He was so excited about leaving to Elissa's house, he didnt even think he could finish it.

Jenny slowly ran a brush though her hair. She was so glad Ben had gotten premission to let her come along to his friend's house. She really didnt want to be here all by herself all summer. After changing into a pair of shorts and a lavendar tank top, she went into her closet and took out a pair of white low top converse. She put on some socks, put on her shoes and she was out the door.

As she walked next to the front door, a gently knock was heard. "Benji! I think Blair is here!" she said. Moving her sandy blond hair behind her ears, she walked into the kitchen, just as Ben was walking out.

Hearing Jenny say Blair was here, he walked out of the kitchen. He took three strides to the front door and answered with glee. "Blair! Im so glad you are here." the fifteen year old said and dragged her inside. He saw that her brother had come with her. He didnt really care for him, but he was his girlfriend's brother after all. He had to be nice.

Jodie had just gotten out of the shower. Her hair was a curly mess. But it didnt faze the seventeen year old. She ran her hands through her light brown locks. Her hair barley reached her shoulders, but it was still a handful.

Walking into the kitchen, she saw that everybody was here and that her little brother's girlfriend had arrived. She was going to spend the summer with her friend Emily, but her and family went on a trip to the states. She was going to go with her, but her father had refused that she would go over seas. Jodie had been pretty mad, but she held her anger in.

At the last minute, Ben had offered to ask if she could come with him to his friend's Elissa's house. Seeing she would be able to spend time with her siblings, and it would get her out of the house, she agreed.

Finally seeing Jodie enter the room he turned to his mother. "Ok everybody is here. Now can we go? Please?" he said and gave his mother puppy dog eyes.

Joanna chuckled at her son. He was too excited about this. But that was one thing she loved about him. He valued his friends as much as his family. "Ok Benjamin. Here we go." she said and stood. She never apparated with so many people before, but she figured it wouldnt be as hard as doing three like she usually did.

Taking Benjamin and Jodie's hand, she waited for Blair to take her son's hand after grasping her brother's hand. On her left side, she caught that Jodie had already tooken Jenny's hand. She then concentrated on her location. With a small 'pop', they all appeared in the Molina's front yard.

"You all be good now. Jodie watch over your brother and sister. Keep them out of trouble. Also, dont forget to thank Mrs. Molina for letting you stay." she said. With another 'pop', Joanna disapparated.

Ben waved to his mother as she disappeared. He was here! He couldnt wait to introduce Blair to everybody. They had only started going out about three months. He hoped they liked her. Practicly running to the front door, he knocked enthusiasticly.

Stepping out of the car as they reached Benjamin’s house Blair pushed a strand of her solder length brown hair that was in her face behind her ear. “Hurry up Ming.” Blair said beckoning her older brother out of the car. She hadn’t really wanted for him to come but her mother forced her to bring him. Watching him step out the car she waved to her mom until the car drove off and was out of sight.

“Ok here are the rules Remmy.” Blair said turning to face his seriously. She was basically going to meet a bunch of new people this summer and she did not want him to embarrass her. “No acting like….like a nerdy loser and no acting all gothic got that? And no like…embarrassing me.” Blair said simply then turned straighten her red tank top and walked to the door.

“You can embarrass yourself on your own.” Remington said in a low voice. He had no clue how he could embarrass his younger sister. He knew that they didn’t get along well; mainly because she was a preppy weirdo and he was well…a quite weirdo. Both weirdos of different kinds. That didn’t go well.

Blair knocked on the door and wasn’t surprised to see her boyfriend answer it. At his words her smile grew. “Well…glad that you’re glad I’m here.” She said before he dragged her off.

Making a confused look as he stepped into the house Remmy rubbed his temples on his forehead. “That that you’re glad I’m here? …Seriously? She’s supposed to be smart?” Remmy muttered in a low voice. As Benjamin and his family gathered around ready to apparate Remmy felt Blair grab his hand and before he knew it they were in a different place. Watching Ben run up to the door Remmy stood there with his sister not knowing what to do. He could tell that Ben was excited about introducing Blair to all his little friends. What a dope.

Sighing, The thirteen year old mumbled, "There here" sing-songishly under her breath, brushing back the blue and bronze strands of her dark brown hair that was cliped up into a lose bun, from her eyes. She had come to a stop, leaning against the corner of the garage wall, and then continued, quickly towards the front door of her Home. "Oy, watch OUT please!" She said, loudly, making her way through her sisters friends, just nearly colliding with Seamus but ducked under someone's arm and got sucessfully to the front door. Turning with a polite smile as she noticed Catalina, "Heyloo Misses Phoenix," Kassidy greeted sweetly, turning the knob to the door but got no where; it was locked.

Kassi could hear commotion on on the other side of the door, and knocked for the third time; shifting her position impatiently. "Elissa Dorina Molina; Andale!" She yelled, scowling at the front door. "It doesn't take a genius to flip a lock and open a door" Amber eyes rolled towards the porch roof. "or maybe it does" She murmured.

A mess had been created behind the door, Emmy had just unlocked the front door, and turned the knob when Pudge, the long-fluffy-coated saint bernard two month old puppy, with a mixture of brown, white and black (On its head) furr, bounded through the back door, and found his way at top speed into the front entrance; accidentally knocking Emmy onto her bum, and then Eli onto her best friend after slipping. "Here we go; already." Elissa mumbled, slipping off of the girls legs she sat on and onto the wood floor.

Going to stand, Eli hissed furiously as the door swong open and the door knob made contact with the back of her, now sore, head. "Bestia salvaje" Okay, so calling her little sister a wild animal wasn't exactily 'nice' nor would their mother put up with it, but she had gained an immediant headache because of the runt!

"Basta con decir eso, that's enough" Marianela said, wearily, guiding one daughter away from the door and the other off the ground before she was able to greet everyone at the door; Kassidy, of course walked in freely after the doorway was cleared, not hesitating to head immediantly for their room. "ahh, come in everyone" Mrs. Molina spoke, ushering the children and Axel's mother inside, giving her an extra warm smile.

"Heyloo Catalina, how is the family?" Marianela asked, offering Emmy a gracious look as she closed the door behind the group; allowing her to lead the way towards the family room. "Care to stay for abit of Tea?" Soft grey eyes traveled onto the kids, "if you lot prefer not to join us, your free to do as you please; Eli should give you children a tour around, to start us off.."

Emmylyne returned the happy smile, to Nela, and turned with a completely puzzled look on Eli, whom was reluctant to meet her gaze; had she failed to tell her that Ben was bringing two others, not apart of their group? .. no matter, it wasn't a big deal, she just liked to be informed, in the loop.

Shaking her head, ever so slightly as if to clear thoughts; the young fifteen (sixteen in five months) year old stepped forward, wrapping Finnegan in a hug first, then Axe and Ben lastly. Ruffling Seamus' mess of blonde locks with a teasing look, "How are you guys?" She asked, abruptly, waving a quiet hello to Blair and Remington. "And who would are knew friends be?"

"Hola Maria!" Catalina greeted as she swung open the door. She couldn't help but smile as she was surrounded by all of the excited children saying their hellos. "Oh they're doing great. I can probably say the same for yours," she chuckled, smiling and patting Elissa lovingly on the shoulder. It was a shame that she could not have the children at her house over the summers, but then again, that was a very long story. The last thing she wanted was for them to be in danger, let alone her own children.

Cat pursed her lips in thought then nodded. "I could always use with some catching up," she said sweetly. She hadn't seen either Marianela or Mitch in quite sometime, so this was a perfect opportunity to talk to them more. She stepped lightly into the house, ushering her boys along with everyone else in as well and following Nela into the family room.

"Ben!" Axel called, running up to his best friend and pulling him into a gigantic hug, not even paying attention to the other girl and boy. Now this was friendship. Ben was probably one of Axel's favorite people in the whole world. "Hey Jenny, Jodie," he greeted his two sisters as he put Ben in a headlock and led him to the door. Oh yeah, this summer was definitely going to be fun. He could feel it. Especially after the hug Emmy had given him. "Hey Ems." He gave her a kiss on the cheek, which was completely normal for his family at least.

As they all went inside, Axel was nearly knocked over by Finn who had decided it a good idea to jump on his back. The two ran into the wall until finally Axel regained his balance, that was when Finn jumped down. He gave his cousin a death glare, but the only thing that followed was an eruption of laughter.

"I love you?" Finnegan chuckled as he saw the look on Axel's face. The two then burst out laughing and Finn knew he'd be doing that again later, but probably to Ben. "Hey Ems!" He hugged the blond back then proceeded over to Ben and his sisters to say his hellos. "Wow Ben, ya look awful," he joked as he attempted to hide his laughter. Yeah, that was impossible. Finn laughed at everyone and everything.

Finally, the very young man made his way over to Elissa, the love of his life. The only person who knew that was Axel, or so he thought. He wasn't that discreet about it so everyone else probably knew. Did he care? Absolutely not. "Hey Eli!" He opened his arms wide for a hug, but fully expected her to give him a handshake or something.

Seamus smiled and squinted as Emmy ruffled his blond curls. "Hey woman!" he laughed, grabbing her arm and pulling her into a hug. He was only a year younger than the five friends so he thought he deserved a hug as well. He then said his hellos to Ben and his sisters along with Elissa. But finally he turned his attention on the two that seemed to be hanging around Ben. He had been the only one to really notice them: out of the boys at least.

"Who're they Benji?" he asked flat out. Yeah, they probably heard him, but he wanted to know who they were. Was that so bad? He thought not. Besides, they were going to spend the whole summer with them so they might as well get to know everyone.

Benji was nearly jumping up and down, he was so excited. He looked back at Blair and the rest. "You guys ready?" he asked with a wide smile on his face. He then heard his name and turned.

"Axel Phoenix!" he said, saying his full name. He let out a loud chuckle as his best friend closed him in a bear hug. He wrapped his arms around him a squeazed him tightyly. When he let go, he turned to Mrs. Phoenix and gave her a quick hug. "Hello Mrs. Phoenix." he smiled politly.

Jodie couldnt help but chuckle at her little brother as he grew all gitty. She looked over to Blair and her brother. They must feel awkward, not knowing anybody. Jenny and Ben sure werent helping them out at the moment either. "They arent always this hyper in the morning." she said to them with a wink.

Jenny stood quietly next to her sister as Benji ran off to go be with his friends. Great. This was how it was going to be all summer. She of course was going to be the youngest there, like always. The older kids werent going to let her interrupt their time together.

Jenny sighed and watched as Jodie began to talk to Benjamin's girlfriend. She didnt want to admit it to Ben, but she didnt really like the girl. It was not because she was jealous of the girl and how she was taking time of Ben's away from her. It was just...She was taking time away from her and her brother!

Feeling somebody push him softly out of the way, he looked down to see Kassidy trying to get to the front door. He began to laugh at the girl as she yelled for her sisted to open the door. "Well that is one way to get us inside" he laughed.

When the door opened he felt himself being pulled into a headlock. He playfully hit him in the stomach, as he let him lead him into the Molina's house. "You want to go Ax? Im not afraid of you." he said in a "tough guy" voice.

Jodie couldnt help but let a giggle escape her as her brother and Axel began to play fight. So like them both. "Hello Axel. Finn. Seamus right?" she said with a smile on her face. She didnt really know Seamus all that well, but she knew Finn had a little brother. She just hoped she got his name right. "Good afternoon Mrs. Phoenix."

Seeing Emmy and Elissa on the ground he began to laugh again. Man he was way to happy to be here. He pulled them both up and gave them both a quick hug, Emmy's being a tad bit longer. Turning to Finn he hit at his arm playfully. "Very funny! As long as the face is ok." he said and gave him a wink.

Leading Jenny, Blair, and Remington into the house, she shut the door as soon as everybody was inside. Benjamin was being so rude. She noticed Emmy look at Blair and Remmy weirdly. Then heard Seamus say something about the two new faces. "Benjamin show some manners." she said in a motherly way, but still held a knowing smile on her face.

Ben tunred back to his eldest sister and nearly hit himself in the head. Wow he was being a jerk. "Im sorry Blair." he said, walking back over to her. He gave her a quick kiss on the cheek and pulled her to the center of the crowd.

"Everybody! This is my girlfriend Blair." he said with a giant smile on his face. "That is her older brother Remmy." he said pointing toward the older boy. He didnt really care for Remmy, but he wanted to know how they would all react to his new girlfriend.

Watching all the kids greet each other, and basically ignore her and her brother Blair couldn’t help but feel a little hurt. Not because these unknown kids were ignoring her because her own boyfriend was. It didn’t surprise her that Jenny ignored her either because…Jenny was a little brat.

Remmy didn’t really care that he was being ignored by all these people. He liked being invisible. He was like that most of the time anyways. In fact, this situation brought a small smile on his face. It was entertaining to see Blair depressed. That’s what she got for telling their mom about coming; didn’t she know that their mother made him follow her around everywhere? Shrugging at what Jodie said about being hyper he yawned. He didn’t care, because he could already tell that these people were going to sever no interest to him.

Following Jodie along with her brother Blair entered the house. She was still ticked off at Benji. Finally after Jodie had said something Ben remembered about her. Giving Jodie a small smile (surprisingly she LIKED her). As Ben apologised; Blair was just about to give him a cold look, when he gave her a small kiss on the cheek and introduced her as his girlfriend. Now that was better. Much, much better. “Umm Hi.” Blair said with a small wave to the other kids. Don’t get it wrong, she wasn’t shy, she just didn’t know how to treat these people yet.

Nodding his head at everyone else as Ben said his name Remmy yawned again. Could this be anymore boring?

Marianela chuckled as the boys began to horse play, and chatting errupted within the halls entrance. "Mitch is in the backyard, 'preparing'" She added, leading Catalina into the family room, a tray with tea and biscults already set on the coffee table.

"Have a seat, Cat." Nela smiled warmly, turning the gas-powered fireplace before taking a seat on a plaid puffy armchair.

When Emmy turned to say hello to Jodie and Jenny, she was pulled right back around, at first looking puzzled, but then a wide smile spread across her face and laughter seeped through her very slightly parted lips. "Finnnn, I like your brother!" She said through her amused giggles, hugging Seamus back. Emmylyne had absolutely no problems giving the boy a hug too, but hadn't been sure if he'd be comfortable with that. Plus, she wanted to ruffle his hair; the fifteen year old did it often to many.

Amber eyes rolled towards the ceiling, her head down and a hand upon the side. Elissa ignored the other goofing off, sighing and holding her breath to be polite and return the warm greetings rather then concentrate on the throbbing she felt.

Finn came to her last, arms open wide with that silly grin plastered on his face; she literally had to force herself to keep a straight face. "Hola Finnegan.." Hesitating at first, Eli walked into his arms, wrapping her own around him. It was just a simple hug, it wouldn't kill her.

The next thing Benjamin uttered, her heart dropped. Blair. His Girlfriend. Blair was Benjamin's girlfriend. Since when!? Their circle, never...news so big NEVER went untold for more then a bloody day! She..Emmylyne, suddenly felt very icky. Her face fell for a split second but covered that up immediantly, being nudge HARD in the side by Eli, and smiled fakely.

"Nice to meet you, two;..Ben never mentioned having a new girlfriend," She casted him a quick questioning glance, turning as Kassi came in from a hall leading to another door that led into the backyard. Pudge pranced along side the girl, tail wagging happily. Emmylyne nodded as the younger girl told her 'Dad' wanted to borrow her for a moment. "Right, thanks Kass" She murmured, not bothering to say a word to the group for she didn't feel she needed to, and left them behind, going down a hall opposite of the one that would lead to the bedrooms.

"So are you people just going to stand there..or, would you like to drop off your things in the rooms?" Kassidy asked, deciding to take charge, if her sister's friends were just going to stand in the entrance SOMEONE had to. "Dad's going be calling us out soon and we won't have a choice- I suggest you all start moving tush" Patting the Saint Bernard puppy on the head, the thirteen year old started down the right hand hall, running her fingers over her two front streaks.

Watching Emmy silently walk away, she could only nod in agreement with her sister. "Kassi's right" yet, she didn't move to follow her.

Catalina smiled and gave Benji a small hug and Jodie a pat on the arm before following Marianela and taking a seat. "So, you think you can handle these insane boys for a while?" she teased as her son shot daggers at her. She smiled at him and mouthed 'te amo' in his direction.

"Hey man!" Axel laughed at Ben. He then smirked at Finn as he spoke then placed an arm around him. Wait, did Ben just say girlfriend? Why yes, yes he did. Walking over to the girl, Axel raised his hand, hoping that she would shake it, and spoke. "Axel Phoenix, best friend, extrordinare." He received a small chuckle from Finn, but he completely side-stepped that. He did not want to be rude to Ben's girlfriend. Wow, girlfriend. That sounded weird. And then he laughed because that's what friends do. Right?

Yes! He got his hug from Elissa! It was perfect! So it wasn't that enthusiastic, but at least it was a hug. And she didn't seem repulsed by him which was a good thing, unlike what Seamus was trying to tell him in the car. Speaking of that slime ball..."Aw thanks Ems. He's one in a million ain't he?" he chuckled, sarcastically, placing an arm over his little brother's shoulders. "Wait...Ben's got a girlfriend?" And then he laughed because that's what friends do. Right?

Seamus smiled up at his brother, even though the sarcasm candy-coated his words, he knew they were true. "Why thanks Finn. Means a lot," he said flatly, ruffling his hair. Apparently the talk was Ben having a girlfriend. Why was that so hard to believe? Guess I dunno 'em as much as I thought. He then nodded at Kassi and picked up his bag, trying his hardest to lead his cousin and brother down the hall.

Benji would of blushed at the fact that he was becoming the center of attention between his friends and even their siblings, but he didnt mind at all. He actually beamed. "Yeah we have been going out for like a couple of weeks now. She leaves close by my house." he said.

Ben smiled over at Blair and walked over to stand next to her. "How do you like here? Are you hungry? Thirsty?" he asked his eyes twinkling. He wanted her to love being at this house and he hoped he became good friends with his friends.

Jenny wanted so badly to roll her eyes as Benjamin introduced Blair as his "girlfriend." But she wanted to be nice so she didnt say anything and stood quietly, looking at everybody. She looked over at Jodie who was being sociable as usual. It seemed like she was the only one who wasnt talking much. Oh well. That was how it always was.

Jodie couldnt help but chuckle at everybody's reaction to her little brother having a girlfriend. It was very entertaining to her. Benjamin was always going to be her little brother. It seemed weird to her that her baby brother was with somebody. "Yes Little Ben has a girl. Suprise suprise huh?" she giggled.

"Thanks Jod." Ben said rolling his eyes and pushing his older sister lightly. Hearing Kassidy say something about putting there bags in the room, he turned to Blair. "Would you like me to take your things to the room?" he asked her sweetly.

Rolling his eyes at what was going on Remington noticed that the group was getting smaller as people started to go into different parts of the house. Contemplating weather or not to stay with this group or leave he decided he would explore; well kind of. Following the girl who didn’t seem to like Blair that much he tapped her on the shoulder. “Um excuse me…um…where could a get a glass of water?” He asked, he knew it would sound stupid but he didn’t care. That was the most words he had said since he came here and he didn’t doubt that it still would be the most before he left.

As one of Benji’s friends welcomed her then walked away Blair’s eyes narrowed. She could already tell that she wasn’t going to like that girl; just because of the fact that it didn’t seem the girl was too fond with her either. Turning to the guy; Axel she shook his hand. “Extraordinaire huh? What makes you so extraordinary?” Blair asked a small smile paying on her lips; not noticing that her brother had left too.

“I’m…its good I guess. And I’m not hungry or thirsty.” Blair answered looking right at Ben. “Now I have a question for you, did you hit your head? What’s with the constant questions? Do you need to go to the hospital?” Blair asked of course joking.

Chuckling, Marianela nodded. "Of course, everything will be just fine Cat. I've got Mitch here as well," She said and winked. None of the children had met her husband yet; whenever Elissa was getting dropped off she always brought her. Truth be told, Mitch could be abit intimidating.

Amber eyes rolled towards the ceiling, huffing out of annoyance. Kassidy never had a brother, and she was greatful for that now! "YO! Keep going boys!" She exclaimed, refraining from adding 'Before I get behind you and push' "They don't listen to you much," Kass commented, coming up beside Seamus as they neared the two rooms despite the others snail walking; or atleast she felt they were being slow.

"Alright; Girls to the left, Boys to the right" The thirteen year old said, pointing to the opposite rooms.

Since it was her house after all, Eli leaned against the halls wall, letting her sister think she's incharge or something while she waited. This wasn't good; they were all surprised by Ben's girlfriend, but Emmy had taken it worst. She knew why, too. And this was only the first day...here we go..

Not expecting to be tapped on the shoulder, or followed really, Emmy turned sharpy to see of whom it was. Her gaze softened seeing as it wasn't Benji, or that girl.

"Oh, follow me" She said politely, taking the next turn into the kitchen. Mister and Missus Molina treated her as a daughter, always had, so of course she felt right at home here. The bad thing about knowing the house like the back of her hand, was it made there a possibility for sleepwalking, that was besides the point though.

Taking a glass from a top cabinet, Emmylyne proceeded to the fridge and filled the cup with nice cold water; handing it over to the teenage boy, she hopped up onto the counter, hands on her knees. "So, you don't seem to be enjoying yourself so far. Forced to come?"

Axel couldn't help but laugh at Ben. He still couldn't believe that his best friend had a girlfriend. The two of them had always flirted with all the girls at school and Ben finally picked one to be his. Finn, of course, was totally into Eli that he didn't even notice all of the suitors he possessed. Same with Axel though. He was completely hung up on Emmylyne. What could he do about it? Nothing at this point, but that was no promise for the future.

He then turned back to Blair and smiled at her question. "Just ask Ben! I'm extraordinary! If he doesn't tell you then I'm sorry to say it's a secret," he chuckled. Oh yes, he was going to have a great time joking around with this girl, he could already tell.

"Sounds wonderful!" Catalina beamed. Checking her watch, she let a small 'oh!' escape her lips as she shot up out of her seat. "Maria I'm terribly sorry, but I've really got to go!" she said quickly. She walked over to Marianela and gave her a swift kiss on the cheek before doing the same to her son and two nephews. "Behave you three!" she said menacingly with a small smile. With that, she aparated and was out of sight.

Finn still couldn't get over the fact that Ben had a girlfriend, obviously. He was chuckling behind Axel as a way to hide himself, but he failed miserably. "Sorry mate, I jus' can't 'elp it," he laughed, patting Ben on the shoulder. He, of course, was completely blind to all other girls but Elissa. He was determined to make her his and he felt he was getting closer and closer to that goal everyday, no matter what Axel said. He'd have to work on her over the summer. The only thing was her father. Was he really that intimidating?

Seamus nodded at Kassi and sighed. "They neva' do, but wha' can I do? I'm younga' than them anyway," he chuckled. True, neither his brother or cousin listened to him, but they'd probably laugh in his face if he ever said something. He wasn't like Kassidy, who was loud and actually a bit intimidating herself. When Seamus had first met her he was actually a bit afraid. He quickly got over that and was now excited about spending some time with her over the summer.

Benji couldnt help but laugh at Blair's comment. She was always good with the comebacks. "I was just asking. Gosh! Nothing pleases you!" he said and crossed his arms over his chest. He looked away from her so she wouldnt see him laughing. It was only obvious he was laughing though, cause his shoulders kept going up and down.


Jenny had to restrain herself from rolling her eyes. She didnt like the new Benji. Even though he hadnt changed at all. She walked over to Jodie and said in a low whisper, "I'm thirsty." Her mouth always gets dry after apparating.

Jodie chuckled at Jenny and said, "Then ask somebody for some water." she said. When Jenny gave her a look that said she didnt want to, Jodie patted her on the shoulder. Walking over to Kassidy, she asked, "Hey Kass, do you think we can get something to drink?"

Ben began laughing all over again as Axel said he was extraordinary. "Now that Im going to have to say was a complete suprise to me." he said, putting a shocked look on his face. But he could never keep a straight face for long. His lip began to quiver as he held in his chuckles.

Following the girl around the house it seemed like he had asked the right person. She knew exactly where to go. As she handing him a glace Remington nodded to show his thanks and took a big gulp of the water. “What’s there to enjoy?” He asked his voice full of curiosity. There wasn’t much to do they had just gotten here. Even so he still doubted if he would enjoy himself at all. “Forced? Yeah pretty much. My mother thinks I’m not as…social as Blair. I think she has it in her mind that forcing me to follow her will make me more…I dunno, less me like?” Remmy said shrugging and finishing the water. Handing the glass back to the girl he cleared his throat. “You don’t seem to like my sister very much, do you?” He asked. “Cause of that, I like you.”

Laughing Blair shook her head. “Nope. Nothing pleases me Benji. Nothing at all.” She said brushing strains of her from he eyes. Grabbing his arm she slipped her hand into his. “Stop being sucha loser.” She said with a smirk. She was obvious joking, Ben wasn’t a loser. IF he was she wouldn’t be dating him. Looking from Axel to Ben Blair’s smirk grew. “Sorry Axel guess you’re not that extraordinary.” The 15 year old said following the girl named Kassidy.

After saying her goodbyes to Catalina, Marianella made her way to find the children, whom Kassi was taking charge of, not surprisingly. "Yes, you may. No need to ask; make yourselves at home kids!" She responded to Jodie's question, soft grey eyes turning on Kassi, "Help them get their things to the room, dear. Your father wants you lot outside, pronto." And with that she turned on her heels, going for the kitchen.

"Erm..yeah, what mom said." Kassidy replied, automatically taking what her mother said to an extreme of seriousness, and snatched Jodie's, Jenny's and Blair's bags from them to throw them in the girls room, as the boys did that themselves.

"Now if you lot are as slow as you were coming down the hall, just to return to the living room, I can promise you won't need to walk, I'll put you all on wheels and push!" Kassidy said, impatience growing rapidly. She didn't wait, before heading back down the hall herself to go outside.

Not only did she have a nice big headache, but Eli could tell, this was NOT going to be the summer they had hoped for, and assumed to get. Ben was going to make her sick with the loveydovey affection he was giving Blair, and that would only upset Emmy more; all in all, it meant A) Bad summer, and B) Killer headache would never go away!

Elissa sighed, murmuring under her breath, "It's gonna be a looong vacation" as she watched her sister lead the way through the house, to the backdoor and outside where nightfall had taken over. The sky such a pretty midnight blue shade; her father stood over by the fire pit they had in the backyard, for nice summer nights like this. When she was little, they'd even have silly little overnight campouts.

"Hey Dad," Eli murmured, as she approached her father. He wrapped his muscular arms around her, "Kass got me hit in the head with the door knob,"

"We'll have to talk with your sister about patience, later, then." Mitch assured, kissing the top of her head. He and Nela raised these kids from toddlers, so he was not blind at all to Kassidy's lack of patience.

"Lots, normally. Then again this place is like another home to me, and your new, so don't take my word for it" Emmylyne went on, putting the glass in the sink and motioned for him to follow as she left the kitchen, overhearring Marianela coming. "That's not right; if your not allowed to be you, than who are you? nothing but a confused soul, forced to become fake to yourself."

Leading him down a hall, to the left, not the right which would take you to the bedrooms, Emmylyne only glanced back once to be sure he hadn't stopped or wandered away. "Ohh, what gave you that idea?" She asked cooly, smirking. Emmy stopped at a door, opening it, and shut it behind Remington.

It was a laundry room, but there was a door to outside on the other side of the room. Which was exactily were the teenage girl went; unlocking the two latches, and turned the knob. Making a mental not to make sure to lock it when everyone went inside. "I don't know your sister, so I can't say I don't like her." Ems added, truthfully "I'm miffed at Benji,"

"Thanks; that's good right?" She laughed, responding to him say he liked her because she didn't seem to care for his sister. Jumping down from the three steps that led from the outside of the door, they were now on pretty much the otherside of the lawn from everyone else.

"Great friend you are," Axel chuckled, punching Benji lightly in the arm and giving Blair a fake-looking glare. He then proceeded to place his bags on the bed he wished to sleep then he was out the door once again, Finn and Seamus trailing shortly behind him. "Hey Mr. M, what's cookin'?" he asked, plopping down on one of the lawn chairs in the backyard. He reclined it as much as possible without falling backwards and placed his hands behind his head. Now, where had Emmy gotten to?

And there he was. Mr. Molina. Finnegan sat beside his cousin, but did not recline his chair to a dangerous angle. Instead he leaned back gently and smiled. "Señor, wha's goin' on?" Obviously, his Irish brogue sounded ridiculous when he said a Spanish word, but did he care? Absolutely not. He was merely making small talk and trying to unclench the knot in his stomach. Play it cool Finn, he thought as he scratched the back of his head. This was going to be a long summer.

Seamus followed Kassidy outside, seeing as she was about the same age as him and, well, it was her house. She still intimidated him to the max, but he was getting much more used to it. He smiled politely at her father then sat quietly as then end of Axel's lawn chair to prevent him from flipping over. "You're insane," he chuckled, poking Axel's leg. All he got was a laugh, then Axel reclined his chair even more. Seamus rolled his eyes and continued laughing.

"Why? Why must you do this to me B?" Benji said dramaticly and put his hand across his forehead. He held the pose for as long as he could before a smile escaped his lips. He then began to laugh. He couldnt help it.

Looking back at Axel, he gave him a wink. "You know Im messing with you Ax. You are like the brother I never had. Wait I dont have a brother. So you are the brother I dont have? Wait. Now Im confused." he said with a heartful chuckle. Sometimes he said things that even confused him. Gosh. He really needed to lay off the apple juice.

Jodie just shook her head at the sight of her brother. Sometimes she wondered how he dressed himself. He could be so ditzy at times. "You had it right before, Ben. Now stop being so childish." she said, pushing him playfully.

Looking around, she saw that Kassidy had taken charge. She smiled at the sight of the thirteen year old. "So where to, Kass, right?" she asked politely. She wanted to put her bags down so she could go check out the bonfire outside.

Jenny rolled her eyes as Benji began acting like a little kid. He only did that when she was around. It sickened her. She let Kassidy take her bag and walked into the kitchen. Her brother and Emmy were just walking out the kitchen. Great. She was going to ask Emmy for a drink of water. Now who was she going to ask?

Just as she thought she was going to never get something to drink, Marianella walked in. "Um excuse me. Mrs. Molina? Do you think I can get something to drink?" she asked as politely as she could. If she wasnt nice, she knew her dad would kill her. But then again, she was never rude to people unless she felt they deserved it.

"I have too sorry Benji, It's in the job description." Blair said grabbing his hand and following Axel. Sure Jodie was right sometimes Ben could be a little childish but it was all for fun. "Axel is the brother who'd never want to have you as a brother." Blair said rolling her eyes of course she was only playing around. Ben was probably one of the only people who she wouldn't actually be rude too. Which was oddly weird because the first person on her list (right after Remmy that is) would be his stuck up brat sister Jenny. But of course she would never be mean to the youngest Lawley while Benjamin was around.

Remington raised an eyebrow. What was this girl a philosopher or something? She had gone all mystical on him when he had only mde one statement. Clearing his throat he nodded. "Erm..I guess." He muttered on that subject. Confused soul? This girl was hilarious.

"Well you shouldn't get to know her, because trust me you wont like her." Remmy declared as he followed the girl to where was was leading him. What was her name again? It was...something another. "You're miffed at Benjamin? Are you- I mean do you like him or something? The was the only thing that made sense to him. Why else would she be mad. But it was also pretty sad. This girl seemed nice; why'd she like an idiot like Benjamin he'd never understand."Erm..yeah it's a good thing. If you don't mind me asking um...what's your name again?" He asked as they finally reached outside. It seemed like the were in the backyard now. What fun.

I wouldn't doubt that Emmylyne thought darkly, but merely nodded not wanting to appear rude although it seemed this boy really wouldn't care what she thought of his sister.

His question took her by surprise. He was just about a complete stranger to her, but asked an awfully true question. Did she? And if she did, was it that noticeable? Probably not, to the second part. Not to their group, because it took an outsider to see something that was there the whole time. "I've known him, and the others since I was five and a half years old" Emmy started to explain, "We've never had secrets, not only were they not possible to keep but not necessary. He should have told us sooner," She murmured reluctant to the facts, unwilling to pacifically answer his question.

"Emmylyne Lauren Mae-Saunders" She responded, giving her entire full name. Being abit of a smarty, a small smirk appeared on her tanned face; gazing across the lawn towards the others as leaned against a large tree, arms crossed over her chest. "And your Remmy, right?" Emmylyne asked in return, brushing a strand of golden brown from her face that was moved from a slight breeze that swept through.

"Yup; Kass, Kassi, Kassidy, whatever works" Kassidy said, offering Jodie a smile as she finally got everyone outside. Her first smile, since she'd arrived home. Going around the fire to reach her father and sisters backs, Kass tried reaching up to grab her father's shoulders, but was not at all surprised she was too short, she had known that already; Mitch was probably around 6'9. Yet she managed to jump onto her dads back, nonetheless.

"Stuffed porkchops will be, once Nela's done preparing them to cook" Mitch gave Axel a nod, grinning around at the young people. The Barbecuer was already visible waiting just far enough away where it wasn't crowding.

His relexes were good, as soon as Kassi tried jumping on his back an arm flung behind him to secure her from falling, quite easily too. Mitch didn't mind in the least, Eli on the other hand growled something under her breath as she was nearly kicked. "Your lack of care is making you dangerous towards her sister, Butterfly" He warned in the same casual tone, glancing over his shoulder at his youngest.

Dark eyes turned towards the boy whom addressed him, an eyebrow raised with a half-amused expression. "He does know I can speak and understand perfect english, yeah?" He asked, obviously resisting a laugh.

Staring at the bonefire fixedly, probably appearing not to be listening at all, till she pressed her lips together in a tight line, upon Mitch's question. "Yes, he does" Elissa murmured, simply, gaze not moving from the dancing flames.

"Thats Finnegan, Dad" Kassi added, as if that would clear everything up.

And..apparently, it had. Mitch chuckled, patting Eli's shoulder. He hadn't met these kids but once or twice, for very brief moments. Marianela had, but not him, which was why it took Kass to point out the obvious.

"We decided to have a bonefire tonight, cook and eat outside, and maybe make smores and sundae's or something later; stories by the fire are another idea, I dunno if I'm going to muggle on you guys though" Mitch said, answering Finn.

Eli noticeably tensed once the word 'Stories' came out of his mouth, but she never once moved. "Scary stories, you know Ladybug" He continued, scooping his free arm around her middle and moved Kassi to one side, to throw Eli over his shoulder, not at all roughly but playfully trying to get her into the summer spirt she so desperately needed.

"Uh-Oh" He murmured, hearing Marianela yell for him; not an alarming yell but one that gave a hint he might just be introuble with his wife. Ignoring his eldest daughters sqwuaks of protest, his grin re-appeared, stretching from ear-to-ear; carrying both teenagers would normally look hard but he made it look like a breeze, crossing the fire, Mitch stopped at Finn's lawn chair and carefully dropped a flustered Elissa at the end of it. Kass being set down on another close one that no one sat in before he set off towards the house, "El, watch the fire while I'm inside. Kass, watch your sister while I'm inside; I think she's looking abit pale," He called over his shoulder loudly, despite the fact that it was late, and disappeared through the backdoor.

"Of course dear," Marianela answered, automatically leading Jenny into the kitchen. "Please, call me Marianela, also" She added, opening the fridge door as she continued "What would you like? We have soda, water, juice, butterbeer.." She trailed off, turning with a hand on her hip and called for Mitch to join them in the kitchen, then apologized to Jenny for hollaring and explained he was outside, so it was the easiest way.

"Oh I know Ben! Couldn't live without me if ya tried!" Axel laughed, leaning back on his reclining chair. He was sure it would flip anytime soon, but did he care? Absolutely not. He was more concerned about flipping Seamus with him. He then heard Mister Molina address him with what sort of dinner they'd be having that night. "Oh awesome! Can't wait! Are we gonna have a bonfire or something later too?" If anyone knew the Phoenix/O'Callaghan family, they knew they were pyro's. Axel, Finn, and even Seamus loved playing with fire. And surprisingly, they had never set anything on fire that they weren't supposed to.

Finn chuckled at Mister Molina's response to his Spanish word. He was just trying to make small talk with the father of the love of his life. He could tell this wasn't going to be easy, or it was and he was just blind to that. Eli was then placed at the end of his lawn chair by her dad and Finn smiled, leaning forward. "Ya alrigh'?" he asked softly. She did seem to be a bit...something, but he couldn't put his finger on it. Was it because he was talking to her dad? Did she finally get the hint that he was head over heels? Don't kid ya'self...

Seamus couldn't help but laugh at his brother when Mister Molina asked if he knew he could speak English. Of course that was something always expected of his big brother. He then looked back to Axel, who was now even farther back in his recliner. "Ya gonna kill ya'self," he chuckled, leaning a bit towards him to steady his weight. Axel merely shrugged and laughed, ruffling Seamus' hair. "Where's tha' dog?" he asked quietly aloud. He loved animals, especially small ones.

Benji laughed along with Blair and kissed her on the cheek. He then flopped down on a reclining chair next to Axel. He pretended to push Axel over as he reclined in his chair. Axel was sure to fall any minute, and he was going to be the first to laugh for sure. He then smiled up at Blair and rubbed a spot on the chair next to him as if to say "Come sit here." He raised his eyebrows up and down in a goofy seductive look.

Jenny listened to the variety of drinks there were. Butterbeer! That sounded so good. But would it be rude to take it? She did say she could have one. So maybe it would be ok. "Um a butterbeer would be wonderful thank you." she smiled lightly. She was glad Elissa's mom was nice. At least she wasnt like Blair. Now she really bugged her.

On seeing Finn trying to speak spanish he held in his laughter. But when Mr. Molina gave a witty response to him, Ben snorted and turned to Axel. "Look what your cousin is up to." he whispered with suppressed laughter. "Finn is even trying to win her father over now. When is Eli going to realize he isnt going to give up?" he said with a smirk on his lips.

Finn was so in love with Elissa. It was written all over his face with a highlighter green permanet marker. But Elissa was a closed book when it came to showing her emotions. He was going to have to work for her, and by the looks of it he was trying to make her dad like him too. Only Finn.

Jodie chuckled at little Kass and followed her outside. She took a seat in a fold up chair and watched as Axel began lean back in his chair. She was suprised Benjamin hadnt copied his actions. Looking over she watched as Mr. Molina picked up both his daughters and dropped Elissa in front of Finn. She giggled at the sight of them. They would be so cute together. Just give them time. They will be together soon enough. Finn was too stubborn to give up on her. But then again Eli was pretty stubborn too. He was going to have to work for her.

Eying the girl, Emmylyne Remmy noticed that she had avoided his question. He opened his mouth but closed it again. It wasn't really like his to but into other peoples business so he had no idea why he wanted to even talk to the girl.

"Well...not to make you mad or anything but...if you guys have known each other since you were five and a half how come your the only one thats miffed?" Remmy asking his brown looking away from her as he spoke. "Actually...it's Remington Seth McClane. Remmy's what people call me sure but..." Trailing off he shrugged. He didn't hate the name Remmy, his problem was that it was a little to kiddish for his liking.

Remmy stared at the grass for a few moments trying to figure out what he was going to say next. He wasn't really good with words. "I'm not trying to be mean to Benjamin or anything but....if he is dumb enough to date my sister then you I think you can honestly to better than him" Remmy finished quietly, as he got ready to get yelled at. He knew she would probably get upset. Thats how girls were. He'd get yelled at for what he said about Ben. Oh joy.

Blair looked toward Axel as he spoke. "Dog?" She hissed. Ben had told her nothing about dogs being here! She hated dogs with a passion. She had most people convinced that she was allergic to them. Sitting beside Ben she looked around the lawn for the dog. It was no where in sight. "Benjamin!!" She whinned tugging on his arm. "You never said there was a dog here! I'm allergic to dogs." She said putting on a sad face. Stupid dogs.

The question took her by surprise, Emmylyne hadn't even thought of that. But he was right. She was the only one whom had their feathers ruffled by not being told sooner. She could have excused it with the boys were..well, boys, and Eli didn't show her concern like a normal person, she hid all feelings pretty much. That only lead up to the same thing Remington was thinking, though. She was feeling like any girl would when her best friend that she liked alittle too much would react. "Because I've always been the one out of our group to be that way." She murmured back, lamely. "I take those kinds of things more seriously I guess."

She couldn't help from letting the corners of her mouth tug up into a small, as the sixteen year old responded in the same manner she had answered in before. "Well personally I think 'Remmy' is a cute nickname" Emmy complimented, "Very nice to properly meet you, Remington." The proper, ladly like thing would have been to offer her hand, but she didn't feel that necessary. Her arms remained crossed over her chest, gaze turning back upon the boy.

"I don't understand what your trying to say, Remmy.." Emmylyne sighed, shaking her head. She was not caving into admitting anything, especially because it didn't matter. "No matter how many stupid choices he makes, he'll always be one of my best friends."

"Of course dear!" Marianela said, grabbing a bottle of cold butterbeer from the fridge and handed it over to the young girl. She was quite enjoying having them over, despite her daughters bickering or Eli's attitude towards it.

Kassi merely nodded to Axel's question, for it wasn't for her but she might as well answer. Amber eyes scanned the darkness, wondering the same thing as Seamus asked. Unable not to notice Blair's irritation to the knowledge of a dog being present in the house, Kassidy smirked to herself. "PUUUUUDGE! C'mere boy!" She let out a slow whistle after yelling such. Bending forward in her seat as she waited.

Eli was torn between jumping up and moving swiftly away from Finn, and staying put. She blamed her father, over and over in her head. It would be rude to jump up, and while normally she wouldn't care she was trying hard to be better about others emotions...she didn't want to run Finnegan fully off, just to where he was still her friend.

Sighing deeply, amber orbs disappeared behind her eyelids for a moment as she responded to Finn, "Just fine.." Which, admittedly, she was lying through her teeth. She was offically dreading this whole summer. Eli wanted nothing more than to be able to escape through the woods, go talk to Agie for just abit, on her own.

Re-opening her eyes, Elissa glanced back at Finn, offering a weak smile the others wouldn't easily notice that washed away once she turned back to face the fire. While rather tense where she sat, she adjusted her position, tucking her left leg under herself.