My heart started beating like crazy.
What was anyone doing in my room.
I stood cemented to my place, trying to figure out who it was. I could tell there was movement inside because of the shadow the bedside lamp cast. I wanted to go and see for myself but I knew that being the clumsy thing that I am, I'd probably wake up a whole damn neighbourhood. I didn't want to wake up anyone because I didn't want to scare them; but I decided not to go alone.
"Pssst Jace!" I whispered, trying to shake him awake. He wouldn't budge.
"JACE!" I whispered, shaking him even more.
Nothing.
Groaning, I went to wake up CJ. He wouldn't even move a muscle. What the hell is wrong with them??
I looked at Jaycee. Nope. No. Nein. No. Not gonna happen. I am NOT going to wake him up.
Maybe I can go to the cops. Except I never really figured out where their rooms were. Dang it!
I think I'll just go to Sebastian since my phone charger died.
Do I go upstairs alone?
I decided to man up- or woman up -and go check it out myself. I stood at the end of the stairs, took a deep breath and took the first step.
Crrreeeaaakkk
I stopped in my tracks; hoping that whoever is there didn't hear anything. When nothing happened for what I assumed was a few minutes, I continued going up the stairs.
Each stair creaked lower than the one before which was sort of a relief. A few painful minutes later of slow crawling; I finally made it to the top of the stairs.
As I stood on the upper most step, I could see that Sebastian's room was wide open. An idea crossed my mind, one that would most probably get me killed. I shook it off because I'm that big of a coward.
I took a peak into my room and saw that whoever was there, was whispering incoherently in the bathroom, so I decided to slip behind the door and listen.
It was literally 3 seconds after I hid that they came out. I say they because there are 2 of them. They were both tall - about 6'1 - and both had black hoodies covering their eyes. Both were wearing army style pants, combat boots, and both had tasers and guns.
Who were these people and what on earth would they be doing here? They seem to me like people on a mission. I mean why else would they be armed? In a house full of minors too.
I completely stopped moving so that I wouldn't be discovered and killed. They then started talking.
"We got to the seniors, how hard can the juniors be?"
"I know! Besides, your brother gets to have his revenge on the girl who got him suspended from the team."
What?!
"Naa Bradley wouldn't hurt a girl. He has something even worse in store for her."
WHAT?! Jacobs is his....brother??
Wouldn't hurt a girl?! Has he met his brother before? The jerk had "Destroyer" stamped on his forehead!
"No way! What's he gonna do?"
"He said something about hurting lover boy."
What?!!?
I might've gasped a bit too loud because both their heads snapped to my direction. They looked at each other then started making their way towards me. My breath hitched in my throat and I felt like fainting.
Suddenly, I felt a hand tug me from behind the door and onto the floor.
"Oh look what we have here." He said punching my stomach. I groaned in pain, blood coming out my mouth.
"She just made our job so much easier." Said the other one taking out his gun.
Oh God help me! I prayed. I was crying like crazy and the taste of blood in my mouth was making me nauseous.
"Please! Please don't...." I begged, but that only made them laugh more.
"Look at the cute little girl begging for her life." One of them laughed, kickin my stomach again.
My head started spinning and my vision became blurry both due to the kick and my tears. I could see him raise his leg one more time, but before he forcefully joined it with my face; I was shaken awake.
"Lexi!!!! Hey wake up!! Alexis WAKE UP!"
I could feel someone shake me until I was awake, sitting on the couch.
I was dreaming. Holy hell I need to stop having dreams like these. I need sleeping pills and I need them fast!
"I'm awake! I'm awake!" I say getting up and stretching. I was back to the couch I was on, the time on the tv said it was 3.30 am.
"Did I just sleep through the death of Voldemort?" I asked.
"We kind of all did." Said CJ, yawning.
"I didn't. No-nosed baldy deserved every bit of what came his way." Said Brenda.
Aaron, Ashton and Jaycee were still sleeping, so Jace woke them up. We all decided to call it a day and just continue sleeping upstairs.
After I finished changing, and got into bed, I felt an unbearable thirst. Just when I was starting to get comfortable! Sighing, I hopped off my bed and went downstairs to drink a cup of water. Or maybe a jug. Whichever works. I noticed that Sebastian's room was wide open and a sense of déjà vu hit me like cold water. Oh well, maybe he was hot.
As I was going down the stairs, I heard someone speaking. Where I stood, the voices were indistinguishable so I took a few steps down the stairs to see if I recognized any of the voices; which I did. These voices belonged to Sebastian and Jaycee. What on earth were they talking about this late at night?!
I really didn't mean to eavesdrop but I know how strained their relationship is at the moment. I hoped that they could still reconcile. I took a step down to be in a position where I properly heard them but was also out of sight. I tiptoed from the stairs all the way to the kitchen; which wasn't all that far to be honest. I ducked behind the counter and stuck out my head, my black hoodie camouflaging me from their eyes.
"You know you're about to lose her right?!" I heard Sebastian say.
"What's it to you!?" Spat Jaycee, clearly peeved off.
"You're my brother Jay! Of course I care!! Stop acting like a baby! And besides, I know what she means to you so all I'm saying is get a grip on your emotions and your whole damn self and just apologize already. She may seem like she doesn't care at the moment but I can clearly see that she does care for you; more than you'll ever know!"
"And did she tell you that while braiding your hair and playing make believe princess?!"
What on earth is wrong with him?
"You're impossible do you know that?! That little girl is my responsibility and you're here accusing me of what.....liking her?! I'll lay it out to you: NO I DO NOT! Happy now?!
"You're my brother Sebastian. I don't want to fight with you." He said, sounding defeated.
"Wow. Took you only 18 years to realize that." He chuckled, ruffling his hair.
"I don't want to lose her Sebastian. I really don't. I love her too much that it kills me. It kills me that I hurt her or made her cry. It kills me that she's all I see; whether I'm awake or asleep. What am I supposed to do? I....I really d-don't want to lose her...." he trailed off, crying.
I don't care what he thinks or says. Not anymore
Sure. Maybe if you tell yourself that enough times it might actually be true.
Shut up stupid conscience.
"You won't lose her, I promise. You guys are destined to be together. Besides, Brenda will kill all of us if that doesn't happen." He said. "Don't let it get to you. I'll always be here for you if you need anything little bro. Always have been, always will be."
"Promise?" He said, wiping away his tears.
"Promise." Says Sebastian, giving his brother a tight hug.
My heart just melted. Literally. Seeing Sebastian being so protective of his little brother made my heart warm up.
"Come on, let's go to sleep." He said, walking up the stairs, his hand on Jaycee's back.
I had to crawl further into the kitchen so as to avoid detection.
After they were secured in their rooms, I got my glass of water and headed straight to bed. By the time I was safely tucked into bed, it was 3.50 am. By the time I was awaken again, it was 4.30 am.
At first I thought that it was just an insect or something, but it was repetitive and getting closer by the second.
I wasn't imagining it. This isn't a dream. This isn't a rehearsal.
This is something real, and it's right in MY room.
I opened my eyes, just a bit, and started looking around; very so subtly. A shadow caught my eyes. It was hunched over my wardrobe, doing God knows what. Every hair on my body stood on end and I knew I was a goner.
At this particular moment, I thanked God that my phone was on silent and on the lowest possible brightness. I lowered my head without making it too obvious and dialled Sebastian's number; my heart beating like crazy.
I felt that there was no movement anymore, so I looked up. And there it was. Standing at the foot of my bed. Busted.
It actually chuckled and took out something from under its....jacket?
I couldn't see very well and since I was already busted, might as well reveal myself even more.
I slowly slid my hands and opened my bed lamp.
I couldn't believe what I saw. In front of me was a hooded person, about 6'2, with army pants and combat boots.
Now I know I'm not dreaming but how could this be?
"You're a light sleeper aren't you?" Said the person as he aimed his gun at me.
"W-what are you doing?! What did I ever do to you?!" I said, my voice shaking with pure fear.
"You? Hmmm let me think. You're the reason my life is ruined." He said, taking a step closer to me.
"But that won't be a problem any more." He said.
"LAPD!! DROP YOUR WEAPON AND GET DOWN ON THE FLOOR!!!" I heard Sebastian and McDaniels say in unison.
"Oh wow. The rookie cops are here. What swell news." He mockingly replied.
"I am not going to repeat myself!!! Drop that weapon and get down on the damn floor." Said Sebastian, inching forward.
"Or what?" Said the dude in the hoodie.
"Get. Down. On. The. Floor!"
Everyone was out their rooms at this point, Officer McDaniels telling them to get back inside.
Then what happened next happened so fast no one saw it coming. The hoodie guy dropped his weapon but tried to get to me while Sebastian jumped on him.
I had my eyes closed; my hands shaking.
Then I heard a loud crash against the thunderstorm outside.
There were screaming teenagers.
And there was a broken second floor window.
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