So they were related in some way here too. Merlin thought as he saw him walk towards them, all excited and giddy. He embraced Merlin into a big hug and slapped his back.
"Long time."
"Long time." Merlin repeated. He was still wondering what to call him, what was he to him, here.
"These are my friends, Jenna and that's Merlin. Merlin is my boyfriend."
"Oh. So your father wasn't lying."
"Dad told you about me?"
"Of course he did. He tells me everything, you should know."
"Why?" Merlin was as confused as Ervin and Jenna despite knowing the man standing in front of him.
"Don't you remember? Paula was first arrested for underage drinking and drugs and she didn't call your father or mother, but me. You both always call me when in trouble. You have never got into trouble, have you?"
"No, I guess not."