21 Reward (2)

We went to one of the family restaurant near our house. We ordered a family meal. We finished it 15 minutes later. After that we took a bus to shopping district. We walk around the shopping district. People around us, especially male, keep looking at Natalie. I was annoyed. I took her hand and hook it around mine. It make them retract their gaze. Now it feel nice. She smiled at me.

"I don't know you are a siscon. I'll tell Catlyn sis later." she said.

"Then I'll leave you alone here. You'll be approached and taken by male around here." I threatened.

"Hmph you bully." she snorted. I smiled and lead her to one of the branded clothes store. She panicked and drag me out.

"What are you doing ? I just want to walk around, not shopping. Furthermore, it's expensive here." said her. I smiled to her and pat her head.

"It's okay. Pick the one you think is good. I'll pay it. Don't worry about money." I said. She looked into my eyes. I keep smiled and looked back. Finally she gave up.

"Fine. I'll do it." she said, We went into the store. The employee greet us and guide us around the store. Natalie looked at the clothes. Although initially she refused to look around, she looked around with smile on her face. The employee give her a few suggestion and she try it all. She ask my opinion about the clothes. I always give a 'good' or 'beautiful' answer. It's not I don't have another answer but it really look good and beautiful on her. When we want to buy the clothes, she panicked again.

"Hey, brother. What should I choose ?" she asked.

"Why do you want to choose ? Everything look good on you." I said.

"But it's expensive." she said dejectedly. I smiled and pat her head.

"Doesn't I tell you to not worry about the money ?" I said to her.

"Please wrap everything. I'll pay it." I said to the employee. The employee smiled and wrap it.

"It's really expensive. Forget it. I'll just choose the cheaper one." said Natalie.

"Nope. I said that I'll pay it then I'll pay it. I'm a man of my word." I said. She gave up and silently look at the clothes. I smiled and open my wallet. The employee said it was 150 USD. My sister shocked. When she want to persuade me, I already took the money. I pay it to the employee. I took the bags and smiled at Natalie.

"Come on. Is there anything you want ?" I asked. She shook her head and say "Let's go home.". I nodded and called at taxi. I tell the address to the driver. We sit in the back. We were quiet along the way. I want to say something so to break this awkwardness but I noticed there is a smile on her face. I smiled and held what I want to say.

It took around 20 minutes to arrive at home. I paid the driver and brought all the bags to Natalie's room. My mother notice it and tease me. I just smile at her. I went to Natalie's room, followed by her and place the bags near her bed. When I want to go to my room, she hug me from behind. I surprised a bit, and hold her hand.

"Thank you, Brother." she said from behind. I smiled at it. She release her hug and close the door. I went to my room, change my clothes and lie on my bed. It's around 3PM so I have a nap. I woke up when my phone ringing. I checked it and it was Miss Ann. She told me to come to the base. I wonder what is it. Maybe it was another mission. I replied to her, to ask is it a mission. She replied very quickly. She said this is not a mission. What a relief. If it was another mission, I don't know what to tell Natalie. I change my clothes again and go downstairs. My mother was in kitchen and notice me.

"Where are you going ? We are about to have dinner." she said.

"I'm going to meet a friend. I'll have a dinner outside. I'ms sorry." I replied.

"Oh. It's alright. Go home before 9.30 PM "

"Alright, I'm off."I said as I went out of the house.

I took a bus to base. When I arrived, the door closed. The man in front also not present. I called Miss Ann.

"Hello Miss, I'm in front of base right now. But it was closed." I said.

"Oh right, I'm sorry. I'll open it." she said from the phone. I wait for a while and Miss Ann came. She open the door from inside and invite me in.

"What happen ?" I asked.

"Nothing. We made a party for all members of Unit 7." she answer. It's a party. I wonder what will happen.

"By the way, You are the main character." she said with smile. I tilt my head as I was confused. When I want to ask her, she already open the door to one of the room. I glanced inside and saw my name on the wall, and people I didn't know. Oh, I know someone. There is Claire inside. She noticed me and give me a smile.

"Everyone, our main character has arrived." said her. Immediately all of the people inside was looking at me. I feel uncomfortable with their gaze.

"Hahahaha. Don't scare him." said Miss Ann with a laugh. The people inside realized that their gaze made me uncomfortable and laugh.

"Everyone, he is our new member. Ryan Smith." said her. She briefly glanced at the people before continue.

"Today's party is for celebrating him as our newest member as well for his first mission completion. Now Ryan, do you mind to introduce yourself again ?" said her. I nodded and step forward.

"Hello everyone, I am Ryan. Ryan Smith. I am the newest member in this Unit, so please take care of me." I said as I bowed to everyone. They cheered and laugh.

"This guy is funny. His first introduction is too formal and stiff." one of them said.

"Yeah, you are right." another one replied.

I don't know whether want to laugh or cry. My introduction was rather unformal but they say it was formal. If it was a big company, then I'll be fired at spot.

"Now, now. Don't tease him." said Miss Ann. Luckily she is here to support me.

"Now, let's cheer"

"CHEEERSSS!!!"