"Ugh, yes," she says in regard to the Lannisters. "That's the tip of the iceberg. It gets way worse."
"Worse thanthat?"
"Yes, Theo. This show is insane."
"So, itispossible for siblings to get along?"
"Don't go there. You have so much more to learn."
Amelia grabs a handful of popcorn from the bowl, and I do my best to avoid her hand as I grab some, too.
"I haven't had popcorn in forever—HOLY SHIT! DID HE SHOVE THAT CHILD OUT THE WINDOW?"
"Yes! See how crazy this show is?"
"Wow, I'm hooked. Can we watch the next one?"
Twoepisodeslater,ourparents come home.
"Wow, look at you two." My mom admires us sitting side by side without a hand around each other's throat.
"Mom, not now. This little shit Joffrey might have Sansa’s direwolf killed."
"Direwolf? What are you watching?"
"Game of Thrones," Amelia and I say in unison, still captivated by the TV.
We haven't spoken much, but it's definitely the longest duration we've gone without making a joke at each other's expense.
"Looks violent," Molly adds. "Theo, did you ever get gas in my car?"
"Oh shit!" I exclaim. "What time is it?"
"3:00 p.m." Amelia's zombified voice answers without looking away from the screen.
"Shit!"
That gets her attention. "I thought you didn't have plans today?"
"I don't. Well, I do. I have an interview at 4:00 p.m."
"Oh wow, what for?" She sounds genuinely interested.
I wipe some popcorn crumbs off my lap and realize I have just enough time to shower and get ready.
"Habitat for Humanity reached out for a Global Village role. It's a coordinator position."
"Need me to drive you?"
I'm taken aback by her kindness and realize I might have to accept her offer. I won't have time to get gas, and I really don't want to deal with parking, being this late. The Mustang isn't working, and I don't want my mom taking me because she gives credence to every bad stereotype about women drivers.
"Yeah, if you wouldn't mind?" I ask.
"Sure. Go get ready. What time do we need to leave?"
"In twenty minutes. The interview is in San Diego, and it'll be crazy right now with traffic."
Before showering, I lay out my dress shirt and pants and realize they'll need to be ironed.
