Mysterious Hunting Ground

Chapter 151. 151. Arriving at Hawkins

Around seven o'clock in the morning, Dean arrived in the town of Hawkins, near South Bay, Indiana.

The town gave him a good first impression.

As Uncle Paque once described, the climate is pleasant, and the summer is only warmer than [-] degrees.

The scenery is also excellent. The town is surrounded by secluded forests, sparkling lakes, rolling low hills covered with green grass, and among the forests, mountains, and water, there are gable-top buildings. small house.

The car slowly drove into the center of the town along the path in the forest. Dean looked around. Compared with the bustling metropolis, the buildings here are much simpler, without neon lights that dazzle all day long, and they are not suffocating. There are many high-rise buildings, but there is no shortage of small shops, libraries, Radioshacks, bars, hospitals, churches, and schools.

The roads in the town are also very wide, but the cars on the road and the pedestrians on the street are very leisurely and comfortable.

Under the quiet morning light, the entire town of Hawkins glows with a kind of vitality that is indisputable from the world.

……

Dean stared out the car window and took a deep breath, admiring Paqui's foresight, "Tired of the hustle and bustle of the big city, it's a great decision to find a beautiful rural town to live in seclusion."

Parking on the street, Dean found a phone booth and dialed it. Not long after, another DeLorean DMC-12 full of futuristic style drove over.

"Long time no see, my dear uncle..."

"Haha, Dean, miss me!" came the enthusiastic and full-bodied male voice, and a big Indian man in a floral shirt and jeans walked quickly and boldly, hugging his nephew in a black windbreaker.

After a while, Dean looked at this familiar face. There was not as much flesh on the big face as before, probably because the mountains and rivers in the countryside are more suitable for raising people, and the rough skin has become a little smoother and firmer, with a hearty smile showing teeth .

Compared with the time when he was a sloppy bodyguard, the current Paque is younger, and he is not lacking in fashion, making people closer and more trustworthy.

"Very well, it seems that during the time I was not by your side, you also obeyed my instructions perfectly," Dean glanced at his long ponytail hair, which was black and smooth, and was obviously washed frequently.
"I've been improving all the time, but why is your taste getting more and more backward?" The big man lifted his nephew's collar, spit flying from his "bloody mouth", "Young people should wear some colorful and energetic clothes." And energetic clothes, not such a black windbreaker pretending to be mature, and your hairstyle, don’t always be a monotonous cut, you have to keep it longer and iron it, and it will become fluffy, An afro... or put some pomade and comb it back, or stick it up, it's suitable for a boy your age."

"Stop!" Dean looked over the big man's shoulders and looked into the DeLorean car, which was empty. He put his hands on his hips and straightened his face.
"My aunt is gone, where did you hide her? And my cousins ​​in her belly, they are three months old?"

The corner of the big man's mouth twitched, and his face, which was originally high-spirited, instantly darkened.

"Did you learn arithmetic from the basketball coach? I have only been back in Hawking for a few months. Where can I find you an aunt who is three months pregnant?"

Before Dean continued to attack, he immediately put his arms around the opponent's shoulders and walked towards the small shop on the street.
"Auntie doesn't have one, but the house is already bought, and I'm just waiting for you, the first guest, to move in. Let's go, let's go shopping first!"

……

"Hi, Joyce."

The big man greeted the cashier at the door of the store, and Dean glanced at her. She was a thin woman in a khaki coat, about 40 years old, with long messy hair and long bangs. Covering most of her forehead, the years and the pressure of life have caused obvious crow's feet to appear on her face, and her complexion is also dull with staying up late and smoking, and her dressing looks a bit too casual.

But she has a small oval face and delicate features. Dean thinks she must have been a great beauty when she was young.

"Morning, Paque, who is this?"

"My nephew Dean, who just graduated from high school, came to visit me from Las Vegas and planned to live with me for a while."

"Handsome boy," Joyce looked at Dean's face and smooth chin, "he looks young too, he doesn't look like he has graduated from high school at all, but he is about the same as my Jonathan."

"This child has inherited all the advantages of his parents. If it weren't for the damned discriminatory social environment, he would have gone to the movies and become a star." Hearing others praised his nephew, Paque was so happy from ear to ear. "And don't look at him as young, but he makes a lot of money. The house I just bought..."

"Ahem..." Dean tugged on Lapaqui's sleeve in displeasure, and the big man shrugged and stopped leaking the secret.

"Then Dean, I welcome you on behalf of the small town of Hawkins... I wish you a happy holiday." Joyce stretched out his hand and shook Dean lightly, his dark and bright eyes and fast tone exuded a kind of Nervous temperament.

……

The two shopped in a shopping spree at the small store.

Dean turned around and glanced at Joyce, who was distracted at the cash register, and muttered,
"It's a good match in age, so Paque, are you interested in her?"

"Guess what," the big man grabbed a can of Budweiser and shook it, and said with a serious face, "She is my old high school classmate, the heartthrob of Hawkins Town when I was young, and she is still charming now, but I and She doesn't call, you know me, I only like yellow-skinned women."

While talking, the two bought a bunch of snacks, vegetables, fruits, cooked food, drinks, paid and settled the bill, drove out of the town center one after the other, and drove along the road in the middle of the telephone pole into a green neighborhood.

The villa-style houses are scattered on both sides of the road, far apart from each other. In the center are tall trees, lush and vast lawns, and some lawns are even big enough to hold a football match.

The house Paqui bought is located on a hillside surrounded by lawns, with a wooden structure, the overall area is more than 360 square meters, and the garage, backyard, and terrace are all available.

After parking the car, the big man couldn't wait to help Dean with his luggage, opened the door of the house,
"Come in, welcome home!"

Dean looked around and saw the stairs leading to several bedrooms on the second floor. The door on the left was the storage room, the living room and dining room were on the right, and the living room could be reached through the aisle in the middle.

"It's beautiful." Dean walked through the hall with sincere admiration. The floor and furniture were all made of solid wood, some areas were covered with warm carpets, and the walls were hung with slate-colored wall coverings.

TV, oven, fridge, big and new.

His first impression of the whole house is that it is spacious, simple, refreshing and bright.

"Have you redecorated?"

"No, I was lucky. The original owner of the house just finished the renovation a year ago, and the furniture and electrical appliances were brand-new. As a result, their business lost money and their funds were cut off. They had to sell the house to get the money back. I took advantage of it , " Paque took the suitcase to the living room on the left side of the back half of the house, and turned around with open arms, "I like this place the most, the atmosphere is bright and bright. The big lawn is in a daze, let alone the feeling..."

The living room is open on the second floor. Opposite the sofa is a tall and large fireplace. On the right side of the fireplace is a large window. Standing by the window, you can enjoy the endless greenery.

Dean sat down on the sofa, closed his eyes and felt for a moment. The breeze outside the window brought soil and grassy grass, urging people to relax physically and mentally.

"I've always been worried that you would choose an old antique house, but I didn't expect you to have a good eye. Isn't this set cheap?"

"It's not too expensive. It cost more than 7 knives in total. Well, I paid the full amount in one lump sum." Paque put his arms around his chest and leaned against the large open window, and said with a smile, "There is still one month left of the money you gave me. Mostly."

"That's for honoring you. You don't need to report to me how much is left. After you add younger brothers and sisters to me, I will support some milk powder money,"

"Then I will remember. Let's go, go to the second floor and choose a bedroom for yourself."

……

There are a total of four bedrooms on the second floor, which still follow the simple and elegant style. There are not many decorations, but the area is not small. The most magnificent of them is the master bedroom, which comes with a fireplace, a cloakroom, a separate toilet, and an eye-catching bath. Big bathtub.

Of course, this is reserved for Paque and his future wife. Dean chose the corner of the second floor, the smallest bedroom, and put away his suitcases and backpacks.

It was almost nine o'clock in the morning.

The two brought some beer, juice, sausage, and bread they had just bought to the terrace with the oven and seats,

"When I was a bodyguard, I never imagined that one day I would be able to live in a big house like today, find an easy job, and be in a panic every day. The only idea was to find a wife as soon as possible, get married and have children, and then raise a baby. Dog." Paque lay on the chair full of emotions, squinting his eyes, enjoying the cool wind, admiring the high sky and clear clouds, and the expression on his face, called happiness and longing,
"Dean, I have to tell you, thank you."

"Grateful I took it, but when did you get a job at Hawkins?"

Dean took a sip of his Tropicana happily,

"The clerk of the outdoor goods store in the town." Paque explained with a smile, "Don't stare at me, the work is very easy, and besides, I can't sleep if I don't work at all."

"Okay, let you enjoy the blessings, you are not used to it." Dean sighed helplessly, repeating the same old tune, "It seems that everything is ready now, and only one wife is owed. Do you have a goal?"

"In Hawkins Town, 99% of the residents are white, German, Irish, Polish... The yellow-skinned women I like are very rare. It was only three months ago when I went back to Hawkins Middle School to relive my high school years. Happened to meet an Asian female teacher, Kelly Chen...She is in charge of teaching writing at Hawkins Middle School...36 years old, divorced once, but no children...We chatted very well, she often dresses me opinion... This house was also introduced by her..."

Paque completely opened up his heart to his nephew,
"That is to say, you have been together for three months and haven't dated alone?" Dean stared at his uncle speechlessly, "I didn't expect you to be so rough, but your relationship is so slow."

"What do you know, what I'm looking for is a partner to spend the rest of my life with, not a passing passerby who gets married and divorced quickly, so naturally I have to be cautious."

"It's up to you...bring her back anytime and let me have a look."

"Let's talk again when we have a chance." Pacqui's Chinese turned around, looked at Dean carefully, and changed the subject, "Andre called me a few days ago and said that you bought more than 1 rounds of ammunition from him. Lots of M26s... What the hell are you trying to do, blow up the Hawkins Police Station?"

Dahan solemnly reminds,

"I also have friendship with the sheriff, you are not allowed to break its calm. If there is any 'special' action, I must be notified in advance."

"You have checked all my luggage. Except for a pile of clothes, I don't even have a gun, which has no destructive power." Dean said sincerely, "I came here to relax, and the only purpose is to find me The poor parents who are missing, what kind of trouble is this."

Speaking of missing parents,
Dean stretched his arms into his arms casually, and took out the group photo of his parents bought at Papa Mike's Hotel from the space.

"July 1972.7..." Paque was surprised and delighted while holding the photo, "I searched along the I-80 highway several times, but I didn't even find a single hair. Evidence, are you the illegitimate child of Lady Luck?"

"This is the guidance of the closest blood." Dean said with a smile, "Let's not gossip, the photo says that they were going to visit 'Jane Seymour' after they arrived in Hawkins. Do you know this guy?"

Paque looked at the line of names, and tightened his thick eyebrows,

"I've asked all the acquaintances in town over the years, and I don't remember the name, but maybe she's a close alumni of Lena's at Hawkins High? Friends I know online, I’ll go ask someone tomorrow.”

"As for you, after such a long journey and long journey back to your hometown, don't push yourself too hard." Paqui patted the dust on Dean's coat seriously, and told him, "Take a good rest in the next few days. , Yes, tomorrow I will find a local to take you around, there should be news from Jane Seymour within two or three days, and I will notify you then."

"OK, then I'll be a tourist first." Dean held up a Tropicana and clinked a glass with his uncle.

"By the way, boy, I have set up a gym in the basement." Paque crushed the soda can and threw it into the kitchen trash can precisely, his eyes lit up with vigorous fighting spirit. It's almost rusty, have you rested enough to practice with me? By the way, let me check to see if your technique has deteriorated."

(End of this chapter)