Needless to say our party was cut short. Now everyone knew everything about everything; Alexander and Denis included. Jaycee's dad, Commissioner James Royce decided to get a squad to accompany everyone to their respective homes and he even left a patrol car in our house; in case anything happens. Worst of all? They took my phone, in an attempt to track down the person who sent that text message.
I already knew that they wouldn't find anything because they probably sent it out from a computer AND kept jumping servers which meant that it'll never be triangulated to a certain location.
Before they left, Commissioner Royce told us that we would be taking the next few days before the break off, and that we won't go to school until AFTER winter break was over.
"But sir, winter formal is THIS Thursday. We can't not go!" Wailed Brenda, who prepared a dress since the beginning of senior year.
"Yeah! I bought my things already and even booked a salon appointment!" Added Sabrina.
"I'm sorry ladies but I can't do that. When all this is over, I'll make you one myself." Saying that made Sabrina and Brenda groan in disappointment. I don't mind because no one asked me anyways AND I'm not really a party person. Besides, I'd much rather spend every waking time with my brother. It still feels weird to say that.
"So here's the deal." He started after we all sat in a circle. "It seems like at first, he was targeting Jared and Vanessa, then he targeted CJ, then Alexis, and now he's threatening all of you. You children are like my own and I would go to any lengths to protect you. So after a lot of arguing we decided to send you children to stay at a guest house somewhere isolated with undercover police officers to protect you. You guys," he said turning to my parents," will leave the state for a while until all of this is settled."
"I can't leave my babies!" Said mom, almost in tears.
"Vanessa, honey, we're not abandoning them. We're going separate ways until all this is over. Or at least until the police handle it." Said my dad, comforting her.
"Yes Jared. We'll make sure that the children are alright, you have my word." Says the commissioner. His need to protect us reminded me of what Jaycee said to me about his sister.
"Ok. Tonight you children will pack your things for a 3 week vacation." Said the commissioner before Jaycee interrupted him.
"Vacation to where? Alcatraz?"
"Uh no buddy, I was thinking more towards Arkham or Azkaban."
Wow Mr. Royce and sass; never knew.
"But dad..." he started, whining like a little baby.
"Jaycee I know how much you care for Alexis, so I'm sure you would want to keep her safe. Would you rather something happen to her?" He says, making me blush and making my dad give Jaycee a glare.
"Wow great to know that we matter to you too bud." Said Sabrina, patting his shoulder. "It's not like you used to steal my crayons and eat them or anything."
"Of course you matter to me Reena, you guys are my family." He said hugging us all.
Then he continued. "But this is Alexis we're talking about; she always comes first." He said patting my shoulders. MAN was I blushing. I realized that he slowly took his hands off me. I look up and I see my dad glaring at him.
"But where are mom and dad going?" Asked CJ, turning our attention to him.
"Your mom and dad will travel out of state with a police escort. Each and every one of you will leave; the rest of the parents are staying here. Ok kids you need to go pack right now because we're leaving early in the morning.
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My alarm woke me up at such an unholy time of the day: 5.30 am. I really tried to ignore it but it kept nagging at me and it just wouldn't shut up!!
I got up, turned it off and went to get ready. I didn't know where we'd be going but I know that it's very cold and that we'd be going somewhere isolated; so I mainly packed sweats, and jeans and lots and lots of hoodies; 3 of them being Jaycee's but he doesn't have to know that.
I took a warm shower, brushed my teeth and packed them in my toiletry bag. I wore black pants, a white hoodie, black converse and I felt very very warm. I brushed my hair and braided it into two fish tails, wore my glasses, packed the rest of my jewelry, shoes, straightener, and hair dryer. I took a final look at my room, took my bags and went downstairs. On the way down I met CJ who decided to carry my bags downstairs for me; a true gentleman.
We entered the kitchen and everyone was there; mom, dad, Annabelle, and even Lexwith.
"Good morning guys." I said as I went to get me some food. Annabelle made us some hash-browns and sausage, with sautéed mushrooms.
"Good morning Lexi."
"Good morning honey."
"Good morning dear."
I took CJ's plate with mine and went to sit down with them.
"Okay CJ, look at me honey." Said mom, tears overflowing her eyes. She took his hand in hers. "I want you to take care of your sister for me, and I want you to take care of yourself for me as well because I really don't want to lose you again. Please, promise me that you'll do everything in your power to stay safe. Please. I'll feel better knowing you guys will be safe!
Dad and I really love you guys and we are very proud of you for what you have become. We couldn't ask for better children." She said hugging me with the fork halfway to my mouth.
"Mom you're not dead you're just going away for a little while. And besides, we'll be seeing you soon, just consider this one of your business trips." I said, swallowing my food.
"You're right honey, but I love you guys so much! I can't stand the thought of you being away from me.
CJ and I shared a weird look that clearly said we were thinking the same thing.
"Uh oh." Said dad. "They're doing that twin thing they did as kids. STOP the telepathy!" He said, causing us to almost choke on our food.
We all laughed about it for like 10 good minutes. I mean have you ever seen Lexwith smile?! It's actually no so bad!
He saw me looking at him and he gave me a real genuine smile; and I smiled back. I'm starting to like him.
Our door bell rang and Lexwith went to open it. He told us that the commissioner is here with the rest of the gang.
"Ok guys remember, we love you so much and we do what we do because we want the best for you." Said dad hugging us both.
"What are you doing?" Asked mom. "We're walking them to the car." She said, dragging us both to the minivan parked outside.
"Oh and one more thing. We called our lawyer and CJ you're officially on our will! You know, in case anything happens to us." Said dad. What is up with them!
"CJ, please tell them that everything will be fine and that we'll be seeing them soon." I said, because they don't seem to be listening to a word I'm saying.
"Mom, dad, I promise you that I'll take care of both Alexis and myself. There's nothing to be afraid of and there's no need to be all cryptic and gloomy; I still haven't spent time with you guys, so you better be there when I come back." He said, hugging both of them together.
"Ok twins, time to get in the van, your friends are driving me crazy!" Said an officer, who I think is Officer McDaniels.
"The commissioner said that I'll be driving you guys to the safe house along with officers Dean and Royce; the commissioner's son. Your parents will stay here until the commissioner himself accompanies them to their private jet. I cannot disclose the location as it is top secret. Now please for the love of all that is good GET IN THE CAR." He said as he slid into his car.
Wow. What's with the attitude.
"Okay loves, remember that we love you oh so very much. If anything does happen to us we want you to know how we're so proud of the young lads you've become and the successful people you would be." Said mom hugging us. Again.
"Ok. Ok. Nessy let them go. We'll see you guys in a few weeks!!" Said dad as he walked us inside. Once he buckled my seat belt I could almost swear that he glared at Jaycee.
Jace, Ashton and Brenda were sitting at the seat farthest back. Jaycee, Aaron and Sabrina were sitting in the middle seat which left CJ and I the front seat.
"Take care of my babies for me kids!" He said to the officers; referring to all of us.
"Daaaaad!!" Groaned CJ and I simultaneously.
"Don't worry sir! We definitely will!" Said officer Royce, who by the way looks so damn much like Jaycee!
With our doors locked and our luggage safe and sound, we took off towards our safe house to start the three weeks that will change our lives forever.
AN: Heeeey!! Sorry for the late update..... I just didn't know what to write. Whataya call it? Oh yeah writers block :)
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