This Promise

“Are you sure you don't need any kind of medicine for your hangover?" Mikael chuckled.

"Nah, I'm good, but thanks," Rick said, letting out a groan.

"See you at the cemetery." Iris Azalea said as she shut the door.

"I didn't think you'd be such a lightweight, big bro," Norio smirked.

"Shut it," Rick grumbled as he put his helmet on.

*

As they arrived back at Rick's place, Rick hopped off the moped.

"Thanks for the lift." He said.

“Take good care of your girls and Keren; I'll talk to you later." He smiled.

"Ah, same goes for you." He smiled. He then gave a wave as he drove off.

Rick smiled, watching him go.

*

"Rick!" Maru cried as he entered the house. She quickly ran over to hug him.

"Hey, kiddo!" Rick said, kneeling to pet her head.

"Hey!" Chris greeted.

"Did the funeral take place already...?" He asked.

Rick shook his head.

“Later in the day," he