A/N: So one night I was thinking: Why not have Darren get bit by Madam Octa? So here's the story, enjoy and please read and review (please no flames, I am trying my best here)
Disclaimer: I can't own it! *sobs*
Terrible Misfortune
Chapter 1: Crepsley's surprise
Darren's POV: It had been three years since my encounter with Murlough in the tunnels underneath 's hometown. I was back at the Cirque Du Freak, going about life as usual, talking to Evra in our tent when walked in and beckoned me out the door. As soon as I was out the door, grabbed me and ran as fast as he could to his tent. He threw me into a chair and for a split second I thought I was in trouble, although I couldn't think of anything I did wrong. I was drinking blood; I did my chores, what could it be?
I soon realized that I was not in trouble, was grinning from ear to ear with excitement.
"Darren," He began "You have been in the act with Madam Octa but only as a small time assistant and I understand that when Gavner came, you took over for me" He took a breath and started again "I have been thinking that I have not been giving you much credit. What do you think of having a major part in the act?"
There was a long silence that followed that question. I was beside myself with confusion and excitement.
"What will I be doing" I asked. looked thoughtful for a moment then he replied.
"I was thinking that of me playing the flute while and we have Madam Octa spin a web over your mouth"
I jumped up out of my seat and hugged him as he patted my back affectionately. I never got a chance to have Madam Octa spin a web over my mouth, seeing as though I needed someone else to play the flute.
Just then I looked out the window.
"Oh geez, the sun's coming up!" I exclaimed and looked up at "Do you mind if I tell Evra?"
smiled "Of course you can, I have to tell Mr. Tall tomorrow night that you will be in the act. But before we go on, you must practice keeping your composure, we do not want any incidents"He grimaced as if he was thinking of something dreadful.
"Good day " I called over my shoulder
"Good day Darren" Came the reply
's POV: I was excited. I could not wait until I could teach Darren how to do the major acts with Madam Octa. Although, in the back of my mind, I could feel a sense of foreboding.