meeting mars Mars Bruno

***Author note***

In chapter 6,

where I originally stated Bruno is the same age, I rewrote it to reflect Bruno being sic years old.

However, I believe Justin needs a big brother who took care of him most of the time.

***Note end ***

As the kitchen filled with the savory scent of spices, Justin's mom and Selena's mom kept chatting while they cooked.

Their voices mixed with the sizzling sounds from the pans and the bubbling of pots, creating a symphony of culinary delights.

**Selena's Mother:** I'm so grateful that Selena has Justin to play with. It's wonderful to see her settling in and forming friendships in our new home.

**Justin's Mother:** Absolutely. Justin has been feeling a bit lonely since we moved here, so having Selena around has truly been a blessing.

**Selena's Mother:** (With a chuckle) They seem to be getting along famously already. I have a feeling they'll become inseparable in no time.

As they worked side by side, the two moms found they had a lot in common, especially when it came to the joys and challenges of motherhood.

They shared stories about their children, swapped tips on household management, and reminisced about their own experiences of moving to new places.

Suddenly, the doorbell rang, interrupting their conversation.

Grandma hurried to answer it, revealing a couple with a six-year-old boy standing on the doorstep, their faces beaming with excitement.

Justin was taken aback by their arrival, feeling as though fate was orchestrating a series of serendipitous encounters that would intertwine the lives of these famous individuals.

Grandma welcomed the guests inside, introducing them as Uncle Peter and Aunt Bernadette, along with their son, Bruno.

To Justin and Selena, Bruno was just big brother Bruno, a new friend to play with.

Meanwhile, Justin couldn't help but notice the array of musical instruments scattered throughout the house.

His curiosity piqued, he realized that he could learn a great deal about music from Bruno's family, who were seasoned musicians.

As Bruno awkwardly attempted to engage with Justin and Selena, he couldn't shake off the feeling of being out of place.

At six years old, he struggled to relate to these younger children and found himself feeling a bit silly.

Sitting in the living room, Bruno felt a bit self-conscious as he watched Justin play the piano with skill and finesse.

However, as the music filled the air, he couldn't help but sway along to the rhythm, his body moving instinctively to the beat.

Joining in, Justin's mom, Selena's mom, and grandma added their own joyful movements, creating an impromptu dance party in the cozy living room.

When Justin finally paused his piano playing, Bruno and his parents couldn't help but express their admiration for his talent. Inspired by Justin's passion for music, Bruno eagerly showed off his own piano skills, impressing everyone with his prowess.

Feeling inspired, Justin retrieved his own collection of musical instruments from his room, eager to join in the musical festivities.

With drums, guitar, and piano at his disposal, he began to experiment with different combinations of sounds, creating a captivating melody that filled the room with joy and laughter.

As the music echoed through the house, the bond between Justin, Selena, and Bruno grew stronger, solidifying their newfound friendship through the universal language of music.

*** End***