Date: Sun, 19 Jun 2005 21:54:46 -0700 (PDT) From: Ricky Garcia Subject: The Journey Begins Chapter- II Young Friends Hello one and all I have had so many great responses. And I'm really glad you like this story. I hope I can do this story justice. I have never taken on such and endeavor as I only just turned fifteen this past Saturday. I have posted other stories as well. And remember if it is unlawful for you to be here please leave. THE JOURNEY BEGINS CHAPTER II BY RICK GARCIA AND MANUEL MUNOZ Arriving at the bus station Keith walked up to the counter and asked the agent how much a one way ticket would cost to Chicago. The agent typed on here computer and said ninety-five dollars. Keith paid the fair and the agent said the bus will leave in about and hour at gate twelve. Thank You, Keith said as he picked up his bag and went to find a seat. He looked around the station and found a row of chairs that wasn't to far from the gate. He took a seat and pulled a sandwich form his bag and a can of soda. As he ate he thought of Rick and the first time they chatted. Rick known as boy15youngandwellhung at the time clicked on the screen name of Keith. (Sorry can't give his screen name.) At first Keith didn't know he could trust this boy. But, as time went by Keith fell in love with this boy. Rick would tell him everything he did with his friends. Rick told Keith about his boyfriend Dave and one other boy named Jose. Keith longed for what Rick had and always said he was happy for his net pal. Then one day Rick told Keith about this boy named Manuel. The conversation went something like this. Rick: guess what Keith? Keith: What. Rick: I saw a boy checking me out in the showers today Keith: Really! Is he cute? Rick: Yes he is very cute. Keith: Is he as cute as you. Rick No. LOL! He's Cuter. Keith: how old does he look? Rick: About thirteen years old Keith: Cool. Rick Yea I know. Rick: I caught him looking at me and he turned away really quick. Keith: He did. Rick: Yes, I just had to smile to myself. Keith: I know you did. Rick: I'm going to talk to him during lunch today. Keith: Oh okay. Rick: Yea, and who knows might be someone new to add to the group. Keith: That sounds like fun. Wish I was there with you guys. Rick: Me too. But don't worry you'll find someone just right for you. Keith: And if I don't Rick: Well you can always come here and I will show you the love you deserve. Keith: Man Rick you don't know how much I would like that. Rick: Yes I do Keith. I'm so glad I met you. Keith: I'm glad I met you to. You really helped me out you know. Rick: Yes I know. Man it's getting late so I have to go. Keith: Oh okay bye Rick Rick: Bye my sweet little boy. Keith: I love you. Rick: I love you more. The bus for Chicago is now boarding at gate twelve. Keith came back to reality as the announcement was made a second time. He drank the last of his soda and picked up his bag. As he turned around he ran straight into someone and hit the floor. Feeling a little angry he yelled as he got up. "Why don't you watch where you are go---! "His word trialed off for standing in front of him was a police officer. I'm sorry young man the officer said. IIIt's okay Keith said. I'm just in a hurry. I can see that the officer said. Where are you headed? Ahh, Keith thought for a moment. I'm going to New York to see my cousins. Well the officer said, have a safe trip, and be careful. Yes sir officer. Keith said as he walked towards gate twelve. He was first in line and handed the driver his ticket. He boarded the bus and went towards the back. He hoped the rest of the people would not come near wear he was sitting. No one did. As he sat there he began to cry softly to himself. That run in with the officer really scared him. He thought he was caught for sure. He thought of his mom who would just be getting home from work right now. More tears started to flow as knew how worried his mom would be about her only little boy going out into the world. Oh mom, I hope you can forgive me he said softly to him self. As the bus began to pull away from the terminal he took one last look at his small home town and smiled. The tears continue to flow as he quietly cried himself to sleep. That's it for chapter II as always comments are welcomed.