Arthur's 1st Job

[arthurfan4life]

Arthur Belongs to Marc Brown, NOT me!

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It was morning, Arthur picked up the news paper and read through the "want ads" section for help. He seemed delighted and enthused about finding the perfect job for him. There were so many offers for a kid his age, he just couldn't choose one. Everything seemed exciting!

He finally found two perfect jobs. One was a job at the Sugar Bowl. He would be cleaning the tables and dishes. The other job was a crew member at the Jiffy Burger.

"Good morning, honey." Jane chimed in at her son. She smiled and set some plates on the table. "It's time for breakfast!"

Smiling, Arthur rolled up the news paper and gave a nod.

"Alrighty, mom." He replied, "After breakfast, may I show you something I am intrested in?"

Soon, after breakfast, Arthur showed his mother the jobs he found.

"Mom! I have great news! I have found two jobs that I may like!" He exclaimed.

"Really?" His mother questioned, "What are they?"

Arthur was excited. He unrolled the paper and pointed to both jobs in the ad.

"Mom, one job is at the Sugar bowl. I will be clearing the tables! The other job is at the Jiffy Burger!" Arthur replied happily.

"Arthur, I'm proud of you!" His mother replied.

Arthur however had a hard time choosing what job was best for him. It was a hard choice. He had to choose wisely. Maybe if he circled which job was better would suit him perhapes? With that, he just did the thing.

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Later, Arthur decided to go with the job at the Sugar Bowl, which was to clean tables and dishes off. He went over to his mother and smiled happily and proudly.

"Mom. I decided to go with the job at the Sugar Bowl. It seems exciting to me!" Arthur exclaimed.

"We'll set up an appointment and see Mr. Marino, Arthur." His mother said.

"Alright." Arthur replied as he gathered a few things.

After a call, everything would go according to plan. His mother gave him a smile.

"After school, honey, we'll head over to the Sugar Bowl. Make sure you are at your best behavior." Jane said.

TBC

[arthurfan4life]

Arthur belongs to Marc Brown

Special thanks to BSC9999

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The next day, after school, his mother was there to pick up Arthur and drove off to see Mr. Marino at the Sugar Bowl.

“Hi, Mr. Marino.” Arthur greeted the owner.

“Hi, Arthur.” The owner said. “Do you both want anything to drink so we can talk during the interview?”

“I’ll have water please.” Arthur said.

“I’ll just have coffee.” His mother said.

“Do you want any cream with your coffee?” Mr. Marino asked.

“Sure.” Jane said.

He went to get both drinks and came back with the drinks while pouring the coffee.

“What flavor do you want?” The owner asked.

“Regular please.” Jane said as he got her the regular cream. “Thanks.”

“So Arthur, what’s new with you?” Mr. Marino asked.

“Well, I’d like to take the job here to clean the table and dishes.” Arthur said.

“Sounds like a good choice for you.” Mr. Marino said. “Let me get the application.”

“Ok.” Arthur said.

The owner got the application and gave it to Arthur.

“All you have to do is fill it out.” Mr. Marino said.

“Ok.” Arthur said as he started filling it out.

Then he was finished and handed over to Mr. Marino.

“Thank you.” Mr. Marino said as he looked at the hours. “So you’re available after school until whenever.”

“Yes.” Arthur said.

“Well, want some more coffee, dear?” Mr. Marino asked.

“I’m all set. Thanks.” His mother said.

“It’s nice seeing you again, Arthur.” The owner said.

“Same here, Mr. Marino.” Arthur said politely.

“I’ll call sometime this week.” Mr. Marino said.

“Ok. I’m anxious to hear from you.” Arthur said.

Then they left and went home.

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On the way home, Arthur was pretty quiet all of the sudden.

“Are you ok, Arthur? You’re quiet.” His mother said.

“I’m just little nervous about hearing from Mr. Marino said, that’s all.” The fourteen-year-old said.

“I’m sure everything will be alright. I know you will get the job.” His mother smiled.

“You think so?” Arthur asked.

“I know so.” The mother said.

“Thanks, I feel better now.” Arthur said.

“Glad to hear it, sweetie.” His mother smiled again.

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That night, the phone rang as Arthur answered.

“Hello.” Arthur said.

“Hi, Arthur, it’s Francine.” Francine said.

“Oh, hi, Francine, what’s up?” Arthur asked.

“How did your interview go with Mr. Marino?” Francine asked.

“Pretty good. He’s going to call sometime this week.” Arthur said.

“That’s good.” Francine said.

“I’m just a bit nervous and excited at the same time.” Arthur said. “I can feel butterflies in my stomach.”

“I can tell by your voice.” Francine said who is an expert at giving advice to anyone.

“My mom made me feel better when she said she knows I will get hired.” Arthur said.

“I agree with her.” Francine said.

After they talked for awhile, it was time for dinner, but Arthur was still a little nervous, so he had something light like a meat sandwich, which was for dinner.

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After dinner, Arthur was reading his book for a book report when the phone rang again as his mother answered.

“Sure hold on, Mr. Marino.” His mother said. “Arthur, it’s for you. It’s Mr. Marino.”

Arthur was excited and came down as he had the phone.

“Hello.” Arthur said. “Hi, Mr. Marino. Fine thanks. Really, I am? Thanks! When can I start?”

“You can start anytime.” Mr. Marino said.

“Can I start Monday?” Arthur asked.

“Of course.” Mr. Marino said.

“Thank you so much.” Arthur said.

“Not a problem. I’m looking forward working with you.” Mr. Marino said.

“Same here. Bye.” Arthur said as they hung up and he went to his mother excitedly. “Guess what? I’m hired!”

“That’s great, Arthur, honey.” His mother said.

“I’m going to start Monday after school.” Arthur said.

“I’m proud of you.” His mother smiled.

“Thanks. I’m so excited about this.” Arthur said.

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The next day, Arthur and his friends were at the mall to celebrate after and told them the news.

“That’s wonderful.” Francine said. “I knew you were getting hired.”

“I agree. I’m happy. When are you starting?” Buster asked.

“Monday after school.” Arthur said. “From three to seven pm and on weekends would be from one to five pm.”

They had a wonderful day celebrating. They had a celebration lunch at the food court and more.

TBC

[arthurfan4life]

Arthur never belongs to me; it’ll always be Marc Brown for life!

Thank you!

Special thanks to Indiana Starman

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The following day, at Lakewood High School where Arthur attends for ninth grade. He was going to his math class when he spotted someone with another boy and when he got closer, it was Francine whom he liked for a very long time and they were kissing! Then he went by her.

In Math Class, Arthur tried to keep his anger in. He couldn't focus on his math work at all.

"How could she cheat on me like that?!" Arthur said to himself, "How could she?!"

He was angry. He waited until class ended. As soon as it ended, Arthur gather his belongings and dashed off in a huff to his locker.

“What’s with him?” Buster asked Muffy.

“I’m not sure.” Muffy answered.

“Who is that boy with Francine?” Brain asked.

“What you mean?” Buster asked.

“I just spotted them kissing.” Brain replied.

They were shocked to hear that!

“Oh, no.” Muffy said. “That’s horrible!”

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When he got home, When Arthur arrived home, he threw his backpack aside on the floor. He was still furious on what happened today! He mumbled to himself and stormed up to his room, slamming the door shut.

His mother noticed something was wrong with her son, she glanced over at Aunt Lucy and gave a sigh.

"Can you excuse me for a minute, Lucy?" Jane Read asked. "I feel like something is wrong with my son. He threw his backpack at the door and slammed his bedroom door.”

“Ok.” Aunt Lucy said who was staying from Mount Claire for a week.

Arthur was in his room, sitting on his bed. He still muttered to himself about what happened today at school. He was angry. He tried not to show it to his mother. His mother noticed it and sat next to him. He put a arm around her son's shoulder.

Arthur made some eye contact to his mother. He was still angry, however, with his mother there, he felt a bit better. It must be a mother thing...

"Would you like to tell me what happened?" Arthur's mother asked as she gave a concered look. "You looked really angry when you arrived home today."

Arthur breathed deeply and clencthed his fists. He then relaxed them and looked up at his mother.

"Today, I spotted Francine of all people with another guy! They were kissing! Kissing on my way to Math Class! I can't believe it!" He raved.

His mother gave a sigh and rubbed his hands. She smiled and tipped her son's chin up with her hand.

"Oh sweetie. Arthur, that has to be hard on you..." She calmly said as she tried to make her son feel comfortable.

Arthur took another deep breath as he tried not to speak through clencthed teeth.

"Very hard!" He exclaimed. "I liked her since we were young!"

"I know, sweetie." His mother said. "It'll be okay. Why don't you relax for a while. Think of a way to talk to her. Don't let it get to you, okay? I really don't want anyone to get hurt."

Arthur smiled and gave his mom a hug. He felt better with his mother's advice. "Thanks mom." He said, "I feel a bit better, but... I can't believe what she did, still!"

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Later at dinner, Arthur didn't feel like eating much. His mother noticed this. She sighed as she gathered some of the dirty dishes and added them to the sink to be washed.

"Arthur?" She asked. "Are you okay, sweetie? Is this Francine and what she did still bugging you? I noticed you didn't touch your dinner much."

Arthur left in a huff again and stormed upstaurs into his room. He slammed his bedroom door. The slam could be heard throughout Elwood City!

Aunt Jane walked over to Arthur's mother and helped her out with the dishes. She had a concered looj on her face as well. "Will be be alright?" She asked.

"Francine," Arthur's mother said as she whiped some of the dishes clean, "She cheated on him. He's been both angry and upset by this. It makes me worried what will happen."

"Oh. that's not good at all." Aunt Lucy replied as she handed her sister a towel to dry the dishes. "I'll go and talk to him if that is alright, Jane."

"That'll be excellent, Lucy." Arthur's mother replied. "You're a savior in my book."

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In Arthur's room, he was staring at the wall and scrunching up a piece of paper in his hand. He was tearing them into tiny bits and throwing them in the waste bin. His aunt sighed and sat next to him.

"Your mother told me everything, Arthur. About what happened. I am really sorry that happened." She said in a calming voice. Arthur turned around to face his aunt and had his anger stricken face.

"You must be heart broken.." Lucy said again.

Arthur slammed his fist into his hand, He tried not to yell. "I can't belive it!!" He yelled, "Francine! Why! WHy would she do such a thing? I liked her since our child hood! We made promises!"

"Oh dear.." Lucy said, "Do please calm down."

At eight PM, His mother gathered some things so Lucy could bunk with Arthur. She had a warm and cozy bed there for her. Two hours passed and Arthur decided to go to sleep.

"How is he now?" Jane whispered.


"Asleep." Lucy replied. "He listened to some music to help him. Jane smiled and walked over to her son. She gave him a kiss on the forhead. Arthur smiled in his sleep when his mother kissed him.

"Good night, Sweet Prince..." Jane addressed Arthur. "Good night, sis."

"Night, Jane, dear." Aunt Lucy said.

TBC

[mcpon]

Sorry. I moved your thread over here, arthurfan4life. Fan-fics belong in Sue Ellen's Diary. I apologize for not being clear enough. Anyways, your story is coming along great. You're a good writer.

[arthurfan4life]

how did you move it, mcpon.

[arthurfan4life]

did u like the first chapter

[arthurfan4life]

Arthur belongs to Marc Brown

Special thanks to Indiana Starman

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The next day, Arthur was at the park on a bench. His other friends came to see him.

“Francine must if hurt you pretty badly.” Muffy said.

“Yeah she did.” Arthur said.

“Wait until we see her after.” Buster said. “No one’s going to hurt our best friend.”

They agreed on Buster. That was when Francine showed up and they all stared at her very mad.

“What?” Francine asked.

“Let’s see, you hurt Arthur after he spotted you and another boy kissing.” Buster said.

“What kind of a girlfriend are you?” Brain asked.

“Arthur liked you for many years.” Muffy asked.

“That was just a friend kiss, he kissed me on my check.” Francine said.

“Yeah, sure. You were kissing each other on the lips. I saw you both doing that as well.” Brain said. “Why did you do that for? Arthur was your boyfriend first, remember?”

“Yeah.” Buster said. “Thanks to you, Arthur’s feelings are hurt.”

“He’s also not speaking to you.” Muffy added.

“But that boy and I are just friends, that’s all.” Francine said.

“Then why did you cheat on me?” Arthur asked angrily. “When you were making out with another boy, it got me upset, Francine. What happen to that promise that we would never cheat on each other back when we were four? If that was me with another girl kissing me, you wouldn’t like it either.”

“That’s right.” Muffy agreed.

The rest agreed too.

“Don’t ever call me again unless you’re saying sorry to me.” Arthur said as he left the park for home.

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At dinner, Arthur was in his room, lounging on his bed and had a scowly look on his face.

"Where is Arthur?" Jane asked, "I think he should at least have something to eat." She said.

"He's still upset, "Lucy replied, "Let him cool off."

"I believe that he and Francine should talk about what happened. I just hope it goes okay for the both of them. It bothers me seeing my son like this." Jane replied.


"I'll go up and see if he's okay now." She replied again as she gathered dishes.

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At eleven PM, Arthur was wide awake. He woke up in a sweat. He breathed deeply, being in relief that nothing happened. He wanted to go over to his mother, which he did.

"Mom." Arthur softly said.

His mother looked up and frowned. "Honey, you're sweaty. Are you alright? I thought you would be asleep at this hour."

"I can't sleep." Arthur replied. "I just can't! I can't get my mind off what she did today!"

He seemed angry as he forced his words out.

"Perhaps when you see her in the morning, Arthur..." Jane started to say, "You and her should talk to each other and try to settle what happened."

Arthur pondered for a moment.

"Do you think that will work?" Arthur asked as he looked at his mother with wide eyes.

"Of course!" She smiled.

With that, Arthur hugged his mother. "Thanks, Mom! You're the greatest!"

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The next day, Arthur was at the park. He sat on the bench. Francine sat next to him as she looked up at him.

"Arthur, spare a moment? We need to talk." She said.

Arthur looked up.

"Yes? What is it?" He asked.

He tried not to sound angry.

"I'm very sorry..," Francine said. "I am very sorry for what I did."

Arthur crossed his arms and closed his eyes, taking in a deep breath.

"What you did was wrong! You angered me! You hurt me!" He exclaimed.

Francine looked down. "You're right. However, you are in the same boat as me."

However, both settled their differences. Francine looked up at Arthur and smiled.

"Can you please forgive me?" She asked.

"If you promise." Arthur replied.

With that, he hugged her.

TBC

[hughielaurie]

This is good. Will there be more?

[arthurfan4life]

yes

[hughielaurie]

I am glad. You are a talented writer. BTW I am a little obsessed with wanting to read your book. I live in Canada and I dislike amazon. Where can I get your book?

[arthurfan4life]

you can get my book from that website. www.amazon.com/Buster-Hardings-Makes-New-Friends/dp/1605639516/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1231178223&sr=1-22

[hughielaurie]

Oh. Where I live the shipping is really expensive. I guess I will go to buffalo to find it or something.

[arthurfan4life]

oh you can buy it on barnes and noble.com You can type in Elizabeth Larsen and my book will show

[arthurfansince1996]

I really like this story! And I've always been a Arthur/Francine supporter--they're just perfect! Can't wait to read more. Your book really sounds interesting, I'll have to look for it the next time I visit Barnes and Noble.

[arthurfan4life]

i will add more soon