AN: So I present to you the sequel to Kryptonite, Decode! It was a little tricky to start, but (after numerous rewrites) I finally finished this chapter. I know its short, but the next chapter will be a little longer. The storyline for the sequel has been the most challenging to write, but I think I know what I want to do now. I am also open to suggestions. Enjoy Chapter 1!
Chapter 1-Surprises
"Here's your mail, Mr. Stevenson," I called out as I handed a stack of mail to a tall, burly man with a thick mustache.
He nodded at me and continued on his way. I continued to hand out mail and answer phone calls until Carter approached the roundabout desk, followed by his older sister, Leslie.
"Ready to go home, Melanie?" Leslie asked me sweetly.
I nodded and gathered my things. I followed the two siblings out of Simmons Enterprises and into the black SUV that awaited us in the parking garage. Carter opened the door for me and I climbed inside.
During the ride, I remained silent while Leslie and Carter discussed facts, figures, and employees they were thinking of letting go. I stared out the window, my mind wondering what Matt, Steve, and Andrew were up to at the moment.
Two months had passed since I boarded that jet and ended up in Tampa, Florida. I learned that the boys were sent to a secluded temple in Tibet to discover inner peace and all that jazz. The Guardians were also trying to get them to control their powers better. More control=less nosebleeds.
From the several long-distance phone calls Steve and I shared, they were doing well, but Andrew tended to rebel from time to time. I suspected as such, but he was trying for me since he didn't know where I was.
None of them knew really, and it was for my safety. The Guardians and us were more or less walking on a tightrope, waiting for someone to fall off. I was the leverage on both sides that kept everything from going into utter chaos.
I tried not to think about it, not let the stress get to me. I was 12 weeks along now, and the baby was developing nicely. That was one thing to be happy about, but then everything else would weigh me down.
Will the baby have powers like mine? Like Andrew's? Will I be able to be a good mother? How will I tell my dad? These and many more plagued my mind as of recent.
"Mel? Mel, are you okay?" Leslie asked me. Leslie and I had become friends since I arrived. She was one of the few people that I could talk to about this, and not think I was crazy.
"Yeah, I'm fine. I was just thinking about my dad. He doesn't know about what happened in Seattle or the baby. Plus, he keeps asking me to visit him," I replied in a low voice.
Leslie and Carter exchanged glances, which was like looking in a magic mirror since they looked so much alike, except for the blond bob on Leslie's head.
"Actually, I was talking to Carter about that the other day, and we agreed that you should go visit your dad for a while. You know, to get away from this mess and clear your head."
"Thanks, but I don't think you can take vacations when your interning," I answered.
"Yes, but we offered that internship to keep you busy for the summer. But we think that it's best for you to take a break since you've been working so hard." Carter nodded in agreement.
I considered it for a moment and said, "Fine, you're the boss lady."
Leslie smiled, reached into her briefcase and pulled out a plane ticket.
I took it and looked at the date. The plane was to leave tonight.
Oh, crap.
AN: Yep, so Melanie's off to Germany to visit good ol' dad. I wanted to explore that relationship for a bit since I didn't get to in Kryptonite. Don't worry, Matt, Andrew, and Steve will be returning soon. Also, I've started a poll on my profile so you all can vote on what the gender of the baby will be. Please Review!