Alonzo is my real surname. Allison Alonzo, that’s my real name. Only the surname was changed. My adopted mom said they meant not to change my name so that my family could find me easily.
We are now in the car on our way home. My siblings and my cousin are already there. Everyone said they were excited to see me. They never hid my existence from my siblings. They knew what happened to me. Even without my presence, they said they would still celebrate my birthday.
Lance is my cousin just my age. When her parents died, he decided to stay with my parents.
They both need each other that time. My parents in longing for me while Lance in longing for his parents.
Two years after their wedding, my mom gave birth to Angelo. Mom thought that after Angelo she will not bare a child anymore. It took them 12 years to have Tanya our youngest sibling.
We already arrived at their house. It looks more of a mansion than a house. This place is too grand. It looks like the mansions that being featured in magazine and television, that’s how grand and luxurious the mansion is.
When we entered the mansion we immediately saw a row of helpers in uniform at the door and my cousin and siblings. I think the tallest handsome man was Lance, the next one who looked like daddy was Angelo and the cute little girl was Tanya.
I just smiled at them, and mommy started introducing me to them.
“Everyone meet my eldest daughter Allison.” My mom introduced me to them with a smile as she held my shoulder. Daddy, on the other hand, hugged mommy.
“Hello Ma’am” greeted the helpers.
Lance went to me and gave me a hug. I was shocked with what he did. I can’t help but to noticed that he is so handsome. But of course I shouldn’t think of any malice because he is my cousin so I just let him be.
“Finally we found you. Welcome couz” Lance said while still hugging me.
Angelo went to us. “Big brother give us also a chance to hug our sister.” He coldly said.
We all laughed with what Angelo have said. I can see that my brother is a bit snob and cold. Very far from my adopted brother Dennis. He was so sweet especially if he needs something and he still a bit immature.
When Lance release me from his hug. My brother went to me and hug me.
“Welcome home sis!” He said.
I smiled at him. I can feel the longing in his hug.
I furrowed when I feel like someone is pulling my clothes. I look down and saw my younger sister Tanya pulling my clothes.
“I also want to hug you sis!” She pouted.
My sister looks so cute. I want to pinch her cheeks.
I went to her and hug her. “I’m so happy I have a sister now!” She happily said.
After that welcome, we entered the mansion.
My eyes widened at the beauty of the mansion, as in this is really is a mansion! From the long chandelier due to the height of the mansion, to the furnitures, the furniture is not actually that many but you know that those furniture cost a fortune. It looks like their sofa can already pay our rent for a year.
Since we had dinner, mommy showed me my room.
Tomorrow is Saturday and they don’t have work, they are planning to tour me in the whole mansion and just take a rest tonight.
I was overwhelmed by the size of my room. It looks like a house because I have a living room in it. The room is very simple yet sophisticated. Just perfect for my taste. I like simple things, the minimalist type. Though I’m a bit girly but in things like this I prefer minimalist than girly style.
The next day, we all agreed to go to the mall after breakfast. Our very first family bonding. I am getting comfortable with them. I can now joke around with my siblings and even to my mom.
Lance will not come to us to the mall because he will go to his friends.
When we got home Lance was already there with his friends. It seems like ugly things are forbidden in their group! They are so handsome that they all look like a celebrity.
Wait! I think I know that guy.
“Vince Conscio?” I said.
I think my voice was so loud because they all look at my direction.
Vince smiled at me.
I feel like I want to melt from his stares.
“You know each other?” My mom asked.
“No mom. I know his name because he is an actor.” I said shyly.
They all laughed. Lance went to me and put his arm around me.
“You’re already famous Vince. My cousin knows you. Couz meet my friends this Vince is the actor, Mike and this is Andrew he will teach you how to drive.” He said then gave me a winked.
“Drive?”