Temporary home
Hey Brallie fans! I hope you love this story. I really hope they get together in the show, I really don't want them to brake up! I guess you really can't help who you fall for! I just want you guys to know that I like using the characters from the show but not always the story lines. So if I write something that is completely different to how it was described in the show please don't tell me. I think that as a reader it's important to be surprise and not know what's coming next! Sorry for the rambling, let's just get into the story! Thanks if you actually read this and I hope you enjoy!
A lot has happened over the last 24 hours. Brandon and I almost got killed, I tried to put my faith and trust into someone, and if you know me you know how hard that is. But the scary thing is I wouldn't change any of it, I would to it all over again. I would do anything to help my brother, Jude. He is the only one I can trust and count on. We will always be together.
"I promise you no one will ever, ever separate us again!" I whispered breathlessly into Jude's shoulder as I hugged him as tight as I could. As much as it hurt I couldn't cry, I owed him that much. Not just that but people were watching. I'm not ashamed to cry in front of people, I just physically can't. My walls just build taller and come back stronger. When you have been in the system as long as I have, you learn to never show emotion. People see that as a weakness, weakness is what causes people to take advantage. I have learnt the hard way to just show no emotion, just a blank face. That way no one knows what you are thinking. It keeps you mysterious, and also out of trouble. That way no one gets hurt.
"I missed you so much Callie! I am sorry I didn't protect you in there!" he says crying harder into my shoulder.
"Jude listen to me" I whispered as I began to try to come to terms with the tuff situation I was now in. I've been through a lot of stuff, but nothing compares to seeing Jude heartbroken. "I came to protect you, not the other way round. I will always protect you Jude." I exclaimed giving him a warm but slightly forced smile that could barley even be seen by anyone else but him. Jude and I know each other inside and out. He knows I can't show emotion and he can no matter what happens. But I guess I do it for him, being the older one is hard, but I wouldn't have it any other way.
"Callie what were you thinking!" Stef whispered harshly.
"You could have got Brandon hurt!" Stef shouted at me as we stood to the side of the car. My heart sank. Just because I don't show feeling doesn't mean I don't feel them on the inside. From that moment on my eyes started to frantically search for anything but her, anything to keep me from showing my feelings, anything to stop me thinking about how I am not wanted. It's just me and Jude, no one cares, everyone only cares about themselves and doesn't think about anyone else. But why should I complain. It's my all fault. It's my fault that nobody want us, that my dad doesn't want us. It's my entire fault that I am such a bad person, so bad that my mum had to die because of me. I just mess everything up. Jude is just better off without me but I'm too selfish I can't live without him. He is my rock. Just knowing he is safe makes me feel better, less alone.
I was woken out of my daydream, well not exactly a daydream more of a day nightmare when stef wrapped her arms around me and frantically kissed my forehead.
"You could have been killed Callie!" when these words escaped her mouth my body was in total shock. The only thing I could register was how I felt. I felt as if a small fire was lit inside me. It was hope. It made me believe there was hope for me. Even if my brain didn't believe it, my damaged heart was warming to it.
Stef just stood there hugging me, as if she were to let go I would fall and smash into a million pieces. I quickly gathered my thoughts and looked her in the eyes.
"Sorry, but I did it for Jude" I whispered and swiftly turned away towards the car. And for the first time I wanted to look back. To see what her reaction was. But if I looked back, I would have to care.
I silently got into the car and wrapped my arms around Jude, Ignoring all the questioning stares I could feel Brandon sending me. I mean I can understand. I just caused him to have a gun pointed at his head and then not give him any answers. But he wouldn't understand me, why I did this.
Sirens and worried voices seeped into my ears as I took in my surroundings. Lena was talking on the phone, very frustrated. I'm guessing it was to Bill. Probably asking him when they could take us away, again. I mean I don't blame her. It's been one week and I have already run away with her partner's son, got a gun pointed at us both and gave her another child pay attention too. Not that I expect her to pay any attention. I have got Jude covered. I would live anywhere but I can't because I need to keep Jude safe. It's the least I could do for mum. It's my fault she's dead after all.
I have never felt good about myself since that night. I always think everything is my fault and this was no exception. I was disappointed in myself for almost getting other people hurt again. I didn't want Brandon to come with me. He decided that all on his own. I just find it so hard to prove I'm sorry. I always do the damage but I never show my emotions after I have done it. I set the fire and walk away.
"Right kids lets go. We all need the rest, especially with all the talking that will need to happen tomorrow. As of tomorrow Callie will be staying in Mariana's room and Jude will be doing the same in Jesus' room. For tonight you will both sleep in the living room" Stef muttered in a harsh tone. But that didn't faze me, I'm use to it but by the look on Brandon's face, he isn't.
As soon as we reached the front door no one knew what to say. We all just parted separate ways, and then the house went quiet. I was the only one awake. It was just me and a small illuminated screen. A photo of my mother shined brightly, staring back at me. Just like every night while Jude sleeps I soundly stare at my phone, well what's left of it. The huge crack in the middle of the screen kind of ruins the perfect memory.
"I'm so, so, so sorry mum. I will always pay for my mistake. And I will always love you. I promise you and Jude will be the only ones I will ever love" I whispered as if she was right here. If only she was.
Brandon's Pov
I shot up in haste as I began panting as if my life depended on it. Sweat poured down my head and back. My hair stuck to my forehead in many directions as I just sat there breathing deeply. Trying to gain my composure, trying to understand what was wrong with me. I had never had a nightmare since I was five. Not since my parents split. All the memories from tonight spun around in my brain a new sentence, a new image it was endless. I don't know what triggered that reaction off. Even when I was younger I didn't react like this.
As I descended the staircase I saw a bright light coming from the living room and as the man of the house I decided to check it out. Or at least as the eldest guy in the house. I stopped in the door way of the living room but couldn't quite see what it was. As I tried to move to get closer to have a better view the floor boards creaked and I cursed under my breath because by the time I got to the door the light had gone. I decided to ignore it and walk into the kitchen. As I sat drinking the cold orange juice I could feel it glide down my throat causing the burning to stop as the clock on the oven blared the numbers 1:04 brightly at my sore eyes. I carefully made my way down the hall to see the bright light shining again, so this time I carefully made my way to the door and quietly walked in the room.
As I walked in I saw the sight of Callie dramatically turning around as she pretended to be asleep.
"Callie, you were too slow this time" I said trying not to laugh as the girl rolled over trying to pull off that she had been asleep this whole time.
"What do you want? It's late" she replied in a husky voice. Man that voice is so sexy. Wait what? What did I just say? She is like my sister…Well technically she is my sister!
"Oh I'm sorry I just saw the light on and I wanted to check it out." I said quietly unsure of what to say next.
"What the hell are you talking about!? There was no light. Go back to bed Brandon, I think you need the sleep." She replied with her voice back to normal, much to my disappointment.
"Callie give it up I am not buying it." I replied with a stern voice but there was care there too, much more than she thought there was.
"Fine I couldn't sleep" she stated simply again with no emotion. God it's so hard to know what this girl is thinking!
"Well I don't advise it. I tried it and it didn't work out so well." I replied trying to add a slight humour in there, but nothing made this girl smile.
"Brandon you are new to this. I don't have nightmares. I'm not some weak little girl who needs your protection okay? I am use to this. So just deal with it!"
"Wow… I'm…. I'm sorry" I said slightly taken aback.
"No. No you are not, no one ever is!" Callie muttered harshly and stared back at me, having nothing else to say.
I hesitantly walked over to the sofa where she was 'sleeping' and sat at the end. Keeping a safe distance of course, I didn't want to pester her anymore than I already have. I knew it was late… or early to some people, she just needs to sleep.
"Brandon just go away, I don't need you here!"Callie sent me a warning looks she folded her arms.
"Oh really because I think you do. You need some people in your life Callie! Not everyone is going to hurt you" I exclaimed and huffed wishing she would just listen to me.
"I already have people in my life Brandon!"
"Oh really?" I wondered aloud while raising my eyebrow.
"Yes!" giving me the 'dur' eyes.
"Who then?" I said in my voice people hate so much. They call it the 'I'm right you're wrong' voice. But hey, I am always right!
"Jude" Callie stated.
"And?" she was now the one to take a turn at raising the eyebrow.
"What do you mean and?"Callie replied confused.
"You said people not person" I said waiting for her to continue.
"She hastily moved closer to me and looked into my eyes for the first time in our conversation.
"Why do I need people when all they do is hurt me" see whispered angrily.
This time I moved closer to her "Not everybody is out to hurt you Callie" I whispered starting to get angry myself while staring into her amazing mysterious eyes that just make you want to know more.
"But people do" she said taking the last jump so that. I could feel her breath on my face; her lips only centimetres away from mine. God she's driving me crazy.
"And some people don't" I gently whispered the anger that once smothered the air gone. Only for a second my eyes glanced at her lips. We both got lost in each other's eyes but then Callie suddenly decided retreat back to her end of the sofa, I carefully watched her actions I thought I should do the same.
"So are you going to go so I can get some sleep that you do not recommend or what?" Callie asked dryly. Back to the way she was as I walked in the room.
"No" I chuckled under my breath she just gave me an angry look.
"Why?" she responded clearly annoyed.
"Because I am not going anywhere, I don't want to" I replied with a sly smile playing on my lips.
"Why" Callie demanded again, getting more annoyed.
"I'm going to sit here because even if you say you are going to go to sleep, I know you won't" I stated.
"Has anyone ever told you, you are annoying?" Callie asked harshly clearly not in the mood to talk to me, not that she ever was in the first place.
"Depends on what you mean by annoying, now lie down, and sleep." I said helping her do the motions by slightly pushing her down into the sofa.
After 20 seconds sound enters the room again.
"I can't" she tries hoping it will get rid of me somehow.
"Yes you can just close your eyes! I am not going anywhere so you may as well sleep" she let out a huge huff and turned her back to me.
I turned around myself hoping to sit in a better position. I looked over to the other sofa where Jude was sleeping. I'm surprised he hadn't woken up through any of our conversation. He seems like a good kid, but I really hope he wasn't as reserved as Callie. One is tough to crack but two who are on the same side, that's a whole different story.
I closed my eyes hoping to get some sleep myself. But not before I turned back to Callie and looked at how distressed she was. It looked like she even had her guard up while she sleeps. I knew she was really tired. But it's kind of sad she would only sleep if someone was forcing her. It's like as if she doesn't want to take care of herself, only Jude. I can't sleep next to her every night just so she stays healthy. I hope she warms to the idea of living here soon. Even if she won't admit it, all we are doing is trying to help.
"You're not on your own Callie" I gently mumbled as I went into a deep sleep.