Author's Note: Hi everyone, sorry about the long wait. This chapter had change and it's been updated to show more feeling and thoughts to the characters. I hope it didn't ruin the flow and it's longer to. I'm trying to do something a bit different.

Chapter One: The New Neighbor and a Helpful Tour

"Hiya YouTube, fans, family members, friends and other people that might be watching this... Amanda here once again," Amanda said excitedly at her small Canon camera and smiled warmly. "Guess what people, we finally made it to my new apartment," she stated and rubbed her eyes with her free hand. "Seriously folks, we've travelled here from Austin so it was pretty exhausting," Amanda added calmly and her eyes darted at her orange tabby walking around. She aimed the camera at the cat. "Poor little Majora has to get used to her new surroundings."

"Hi, YouTube!" Her fourteen-year old brother, Ben, called out from the television and resumed trying to hook up his white 360 console to the TV.

Amanda glanced back at the boy and smiled at the camera. "We stayed with James for a couple days until our furniture arrived," she said and looked up at the ceiling in thought. "I'm here with my friends and family," she added and stared at the camera with a funny expression. She whispered, "They're helping us get settled in."

"Where's my paint brush?" Amanda's twelve year old sister, Amy, asked down the hallway.

"It's in your backpack!" Amanda responded loudly and whispered an apology to her camera. "Anyway-"

"-I looked in my bag and it's not in there!"

Amanda looked towards the hallway and saw Amy kneeling beside her small, purple chest. Ben sat back onto his knees and moaned in annoyance. "I can't get this thing working!" He shouted in frustration and groaned into his hands.

Amanda made a comical face at the camera and chuckled. "Anyways, I have to cut this short, there's a lot for me to do and I'll be procrastinating if I don't help out," she said and waved. "Amanda Watson signing out. Bye!"

"Bye!" Amy shouted from the hallway before Amanda turned her camera off.

The lady stood in silence and closed her eyes calmly. She slightly tilted her head towards the ceiling and sighed lightly. "My god," The lady fixed her ponytail and walked to the computer desk. She placed her camera on the table and turned the power on. She tapped the table gently with her index finger and hummed to herself. "Sweet dreams are made of these, who am I to disagree, to travel the world…" Amanda trailed off softly and hummed the rest as her brother, James, walked into the room.

He faced his sister and gestured her room. "Your bed's done."

"Thanks James," Amanda responded and faced her computer screen. She was uploading her vlog and the front door opened revealing her friend, Katie, holding a box of food. James went to help her carry the box into the kitchen and unpack the food. "If it's no trouble, would you help with the bunk bed in the other room?"

"Yeah," He responded and adjusted the cardboard box in his arms. His fuzzy dark hair fell into his eyes and he flipped it back, irritated. "No problem."

Katie's brother, Kyle, went towards Amanda with a plastic container and she turned towards him. She grabbed the box and smiled sweetly at him. Kyle smiled shyly and brushed back his sandy hair. Amanda carried it towards her room and sat it down next to her queen sized bed. She kneeled next to her small container of hair supplies and took some objects out on the plush carpet. Amanda put a hand through her light blonde hair.

Hearing a knock at the door, Amanda groaned and stood up. She walked down the hall once again and went over Majora, who was lying on her back. She fixed the bottom of her grey shirt, which was hanging off her shoulders.

She heard someone knocking again and glanced at Ben who still had his hands covering his face. "Ben, I'll help you with that later," she told him and the fourteen year old faced his sister. "Why don't you help Amy with decorating your guys' room?"

"I want to do this now!" Ben responded angrily and faced his console before flipping it over again. "So we don't have to worry about it later."

"All right," Amanda said in retreat and opened the door. She smiled at the unfamiliar face and rested her hand on the outer doorknob. The visitor smiled back at her. "Hey," she greeted warmly and narrowed her eyes curiously. Her blue eyes scanned him and tilted her head thinking he looks a bit familiar. "Can I help you? Are we being too loud?"

"Hi there," he greeted and Amanda pursed her lips at that while trying to place where she heard his voice before. "I see you're moving in right across from me," he told her and she nodded as he gestured a door that was a few doors away from hers. "Well, a little ways, but you're still across the hall from me," he added rambling a bit and the lady lips curled into a smile. "Anyway, I came by to welcome you."

"Oh," Amanda responded and nodded in approval. "How very kind of you," she added happily and peered out at the hall towards his door. "You live right there, huh?"

"Yeah," he drawled and eyed her revealing shoulders briefly before looking into her eyes again. "I'm Mark," he added and she narrowed her eyes once again. "I feel like an idiot for not introducing myself as soon as you opened the door," he added jokingly and caught her staring. "What's wrong?"

"Wha- oh nothing, it's nothing," Amanda answered and smiled gently again. "You just look familiar is all," she added and crossed her arms over her chest. "I'm Amanda."

"Amanda," Mark repeated slowly and smiled. "I like that name," he added and she smirked at the response. "So, do you need help moving in? I have an hour before doing some… errands."

"Oh, you're offering to- um I don't know, I can't trouble you like that."

"Oh come on," he replied abruptly. "I'm offering to help out, I can move furniture and other heavy doodads," Amanda pursed her lips and looked him over uncertainly. He caught her hesitating and waggled his finger at her with a mischievous expression. "Don't get fooled by my appearance, I'm actually really strong."

The blonde broke out a smile and shook her head.

"All right then," Amanda stated and stepped aside to let him pass. "Come in, make yourself at home," she ordered and he went inside. "As you can see, my living room is filled with boxes and stuff," she told him and brushed out her bangs until they went behind her left ear. "Well, uh you can uh…"

James walked out of the kitchen and Amanda faced him. Her brother spotted Mark and nodded at him in greeting.

"Hey, dude," James greeted and rested his hands in his pockets before walking towards him. "I actually forgot that you live in the same complex as my sister now," he admitted and shrugged. "Isn't that funny?"

Amanda briefly glanced at Mark inquiringly.

"You two know each other?" She asked and the duo responded positively. "Oh," she started and stared at James. "Well, he came in here because he wants to help us get settled in," she stated and her brother nodded. "So could you do an awkward favor for me and have him help with whatever you need help with?" James raised an eyebrow and Amanda turned towards the direction of her room before facing Mark. "I'm not good at ordering someone around."

He responded, "Says a lady who ordered her brother to do something."

The blonde closed her eyes and shook her head dumbly. "Whatever," She said with a smile and walked towards her room. "I'll be right back; I gotta put the bathroom supplies in their correct place."

Mark gazed at her retreating form. Skinny jeans.

"So," James began and Mark faced him. "Would you like to give me a hand with the kids' shelf?" He asked and nodded towards the kitchen. "I would ask Kyle but he's busy helping Kate with the kitchen."

"Of course," Mark responded and watched how James walked towards a lone shelf next to the couch. He followed James and helped scrambled a few boxes out of the way. "You have a lot of boxes."

Moving the shelf in the kids' room, James saw Amy sitting at her stool painting on her easel. "Where do you want this, Amy?" James asked breathlessly and she pointed to an empty area against the wall next to the door. Amy resumed painting and saw the duo sliding the white shelf against the wall. "There we go," He said and faced Mark. "Thanks buddy."

Mark noticed what the twelve year old was painting and went closer to examine it. It was a painting of an ocean with a sunset in the horizon. "That's pretty good," he told her in shock and Amy glanced at him. "You're a really good artist."

"Yeah," James responded and folded his arms. "Amy's always in deep concentration while she draws or paints," he added and smiled. "It's like we're invisible to her," James said and sighed. "I suggest we leave her alone."

After James left the room, Amy idly looked over at Mark and did a double take. She pointed her brush at him since her hands are full. "I think I know who you are," she stated and narrowed her green eyes. Amy examined him and licked the roof of her mouth in thought. "Yes, I know that I do," she suddenly said and tilted her head. "Aren't you Markiplier?"

"Yes I am," Mark responded and the brunette smiled knowingly. "I came by to help you guys' move in," he added and eyed her artwork multiple times. Amy smiled and resumed painting. "You're really good; do you want to become a professional artist?"

"Sort of," The girl answered and faced him yet again. She looked him over and smirked mischievously. "Have you met Ben yet?"

"I think I've seen him," he replied and Amy opened her mouth slightly in excitement. "But we haven't spoke," he added and she dropped her look before facing her easel. "I think he's in front of the TV."

"Before you meet him let me warn you," the brunette started and faced Mark with a teasing expression. "He's your biggest fan and I don't think he'll contain himself after finding out that you're inside our apartment."

"I'll handle it," he responded and Amy examined him yet again. "Hey, I love meeting fans," he told her and the girl smiled sweetly. He pointed at her work of art. "You keep that up; you'll turn out to be a great artist."

After he left, Amy smiled shyly at the compliment and resumed her hobby in confidence.

OoO

Ben sat on the floor and tried to contemplate what was wrong with his console. The fourteen year old boy turned on his 360 again but the TV screen didn't show the logo and Ben turned it off once again. He yanked at his curly black hair in frustration. "What is wrong?" The teen asked and looked at the remote. "Is it on the right channel?"

Majora walked to Ben and meowed while rubbing against his arm.

"Majora stop," He ordered and turned the console around. "You have food in the kitchen," Ben said and nibbled on his thumbnail. The tabby meowed again and kept rubbing against him. "Amy!" Ben called and heard scrambling in the kitchen. He turned his full attention towards the kitchen. "Katie, Kyle, or whoever's in the kitchen, can you call Majora?"

Mark walked in the living room and saw Majora face him critically before scampering away. Ben sighed and looked at the TV again. "Having fun?" Mark asked and the boy groaned.

"Yeah sure," Ben answered sarcastically and grumbled as he couldn't fix his console. "Stupid thing," the boy muttered and propped his head up with his hands. Mark faced Ben again and noticed his pouty demeanor. He muttered, "I hate moving."

"Having game trouble?"

"Yeah," The teen responded and let out a loud sigh. He sat up and began tinkering with his 360 again. "We just moved in and I decided to hook this up now instead of doing it later," Ben faced Mark for a split-second and looked away. "I wish I was a tech nerd so this'll be a lot easier."

"It's a bad idea to be hooking that up yourself if you don't know what you're doing," Mark responded and Ben faced him in annoyance then froze in shock. "You know what, how about I help you out," he added and noticed the teen's surprised look. "What?" He asked and patted his face. "Is there something on my face?"

"Y-you…" Ben began stuttering in shock and gasped before covering his mouth. "Oh my god!" He squealed but was muffled under his hands and Mark was acting surprised with him. Ben shook his head and uncovered his mouth which was still slightly open. He whispered, "I'm your huge fan."

"Aw, you must be Ben," He responded and the boy only nodded while covering his mouth again. "So Ben," he started and gestured the console. "Do you need help with hooking up your game?"

"You'll help me?" Ben asked shyly and stared at his game console. "You want to help me?" He added and looked up at Mark seeing him walking toward the teenager. "Oh, you're serious; you'll actually help me out."

"Oh shut up," he responded playfully and sat next to his fan. "Of course I'll help out, I'm not heartless," Ben faced Mark in examination and smiled while he was laughing creepily. "All right," he said after cutting the laughter short and waved it off dismissively. "What's going on?"

Amanda walked in the living room and saw Mark helping out her little brother with the console. The lady paused for a second and smiled softly at them. Katie walked out of the kitchen with an empty box and let out an exasperated sigh. Amanda faced her friend and saw her toss the box to a corner.

"You have a lot of food," Katie told her and Amanda smirked. "Seriously, Kyle and I had to work together to put them away," she added and they heard the 360 intro coming from the speakers. Amanda and Katie faced the duo in front of the television. Katie's looked dropped and Amanda faced her friend in curiosity. "What's he doing here?"

Mark looked up at Kate after hearing her voice and stared for the longest time. Amanda glanced between the two and faced her friend warily.

"Hey, Kate," he greeted before the blonde spoke and stood up. Katie looked a little relieved at the greeting. He went to the ladies and smiled awkwardly at her. "How've you been?"

"Good," She answered quietly and looked at her shoes. Amanda watched her fidgety demeanor and stared at Mark expectantly. Katie faced the blonde and crossed her arms before facing him again. "How's your YouTube career going?"

"It's going great," He responded with a smile and Amanda can sense a light tension radiating from her friend. "Just got passed a million subs not too long ago and it's still growing."

"Yeah," Kate muttered and gently twirled the tip of her dark blonde hair. "Yeah, I've heard about that," she added and bit her bottom lip. She forced a brief smirk. "Never got to say congratulations," the lady said dully and Amanda pursed her lips in oddity. "I'm- well- I'm happy for you."

Mark smiled and saw Katie walk towards the kitchen without another word. Amanda faced him suspiciously and he stared at her. "We met in high school," he simply said and the blonde nodded like she understood. "Let's say we grew apart after we graduated," he added seriously and Amanda crossed her arms silently. "Anyway, after getting a good look at you, you seem really familiar."

"Well," the blonde started and smiled gawkily. "I do vlogs on YouTube," she stated and shrugged. "If you still don't know, I was part of the Rooster Teeth – Achievement Hunters 'childish' group," Amanda added babyishly and caught him staring at her in amusement. She frowned and cowered a bit. "Heard of them?"

"Yes, I know who they are," he responded with a laugh and Amanda smirked. "I'm just shocked you came all the way up here," the blonde nodded slightly and shoved her hands in her back pockets. "I finally figured out who you are, Amanda Watson of the WatsonVlogger," he said and she nodded. "I've always admired your personality."

The blonde smiled sweetly.

Amy slowly sauntered by them and caught them gazing at each other. They faced the girl in unison and she smiled playfully at Amanda. Amy waggled her eyebrows and giggled after seeing Amanda blushing.

"Somebody's turning red."

The blonde closed her eyes in annoyance and Mark faced Amanda with a teasing look. Amy continued her way towards the kitchen and smiled impishly.

"Damn it, Amy," Amanda muttered and rolled her eyes towards the corner of the living room, trying to ignore the uncomforting stare. She heard her phone buzzing on the computer desk and she faced it. "Give me a minute."

Mark watched her walk to her phone and saw her answering it. Amanda put the phone to her ear and walked towards her room. He heard a playful giggle and turned to see Amy watching him from the doorway to the kitchen. She was leaning against the archway and had her arms folded behind her.

"Do I sense love blooming around me?" The girl asked and glanced in the kitchen seeing Katie looking at her. Amy looked away and smiled. "Well if not love then the starting of a crush," she added and nodded. "Amanda likes you, I could tell by how she looks at you."

"Amy," Katie warned and the girl faced the twenty-three year old. "Don't joke around your sister about that," the lady scolded gently and Amy dropped her smile. "You know how she is right now."

"Oh," the girl drawled and looked away from Katie to Mark. "Yeah."

Amy smiled teasingly at him and went away.

OoO

Amanda was sitting on her bed and had her backpack resting against her hip. The blonde tapped her index on the back of her phone which was against her ear and wet her lips down with her tongue while listening to the caller. She briefly raised her eyebrows in annoyance and lightly sighed.

"-Yet you haven't called as soon as you landed-"

"-I know but-"

"-It's been two days since you left and everyone's gotten worried about you!"

Amanda looked down at her feet and idly stroked her leg in shame. "I had to charge my phone first of all, Michael," she responded and looked up at the large mirror in front of her. "It was hectic, my charger wasn't with us at James's house," the lady added and saw Majora wandering in her room. "I came here safe and sound, you can tell the lads that, alright?"

There was a pause on the other line.

"How's everyone?" Amanda asked and looked up seeing Mark walking in. He paused after seeing her on the phone and leaned on the doorway patiently. She smiled gently at him and focused her attention elsewhere. "Michael, how's everyone doing?"

"The usual," he finally responded and the blonde smiled at that. "Gavin's being a baby again; he keeps complaining that you're not here so he could annoy you."

"Typical Gavin," she replied with a snicker and nodded. "Hey, I gotta go, we're still moving in and I'll call you later," Amanda said and hung up after their goodbyes were exchanged. She looked up at Mark who was smirking at her. "My friend called and he was pissed that I didn't call as soon as I landed," the blonde stated and shrugged. "Anyway, is there anything you need?"

"No," Mark replied and Amanda nodded before opening her backpack. "I just came in to say that I gotta get going," he added and the lady looked up at him again. "And if you need anything, you know where to find me."

"Oh, we'll be fine," The blonde stated and giggled before standing up. She walked him to the door and Ben faced them from the TV. "Thanks for your help and it was so nice of you to be a friendly neighbor," they stopped at the door and Mark turned towards Amanda. "I can tell my brother loves you, so feel free to stop on by again."

Ben walked towards his sister and stood next to her. The teen looked up at his idol and glanced between the two. "You're leaving so soon?"

"Aw, don't feel sad," Mark responded to Ben and smiled reassuringly. "I'll be back, we're all neighbors," he added and Amanda smiled sweetly. "It was great to meet everyone," he said while looking at the blonde and stepped out of the apartment. Amanda closed the door but Mark turned around and stopped the door with his hand. "Oh, would you like to come over later today?" He asked and the lady raised her eyebrows.

Amy giggled and hummed teasingly behind Amanda.

Amanda smirked and pursed her lips in thought. "Ok," She answered and smiled at him. "Maybe getting to know you won't be a bad idea," She answered and Ben nodded in agreement. "I'll see you later then."

Mark nodded and went out of the apartment.

Amanda closed the door and Ben let out a squeal.

"Oh my god," he shouted and covered his mouth. "Markiplier was inside our apartment and we live in the same complex!"

"Keep it down, Ben," Amy told him and smirked teasingly. "Any louder and your idol might've heard you," she added and shrugged. "He might've already heard you, never mind."

Amanda smiled softly and folded her arms. "He sounds so familiar," she said and Ben faced her in slight shock. The blonde faced her brother and he was practically bouncing on his heels. "Who did you say he was again?"

OoO

Sitting at her computer desk, Amanda was typing in 'Markiplier' on the YouTube search bar, obviously to check to see who he was. She looked over at her little brother in question, thinking if she spelled it right and he nodded. Ben was leaning against the armrest and guided her around the channel, telling her some funny videos and heartwarming vlogs. He was talking too much and very excitedly for her to comprehend everything. Amy hunched over Amanda, on the headrest, and silently watched her get introduced to the channel.

Amy lazily watched her scroll through the videos and listened as Ben was trying to convince her to choose one, saying they were all good. Seeing that Amanda finally stopped scrolling, Amy reached over her shoulder and pointed at a certain video. "This one's good for starters," she said and glanced at her sister. "A comedy is always a good way to start, if you want to laugh," she added and Amanda looked up at her. "I know you like to laugh."

She looked away from her teasing sister and read the one Amy pointed at. 'Happy Wheels Highlights' Amanda read silently and nibbled on her thumbnail before clicking on it. Ben leaned further on the armrest and had his full attention on the screen.

It's one of his old ones. He thought and smiled at the video.

"Oh, this is the same guy you were always watching on here," Amanda stated and glanced at Ben after a chuckle. "I thought he sounded familiar."

"Yes that's him," He responded and folded his arms. "I also sent a few fan mails and watched as he opened them during a livestream," the fourteen year old added and smirked. "He was pretty cool about them."

About halfway through the video, Amanda was already laughing at the appropriate areas where he kept messing up and/or dying. Amy only smiled and shook her head at the clumsiness. Behind them, Majora crept up to a small feather and started to attack it. Ben heard Amanda's phone buzzing and glanced at it reading 'Gavin.' He looked at his older sister and saw her ignoring the call by watching the video.

When it was over, Amanda got out of full screen and scrolled to find another video. He's pretty funny. She thought and glanced at her phone, seeing a missed call. The blonde looked back at the computer and pursed her lips in thought. She idly grabbed her iPhone and glanced at Ben. "I have time for one more video, Ben, what else does he do?"

The boy hummed in thought and silently watched Amanda text. She was glancing between her phone and the computer screen. "Try scary," he told her and the lady looked up at him. "Random Scare Compilations or something along those lines, I suggest not watching them before bed."

An hour later after a few videos, Amanda rubbed her eyes and got out of her chair. Ben went in his room and helped Amy with decorating the shelf. Majora was perched on the table surveying the living room and Amanda was heading for her room to continue her chore.

OoO

Amy sat in front of her shelf and decorated it with glass sculptors of different animals. The brunette placed a dolphin sculpture in front of books on the top shelf and looked over seeing Ben placing his books in alphabetical order on the shelf. Of course, being a bookworm he had to be so neat. The twelve year old rolled her eyes and continued her chore.

"You're so organized."

Ben glanced at his sister and look down at his lap where the rest of his books were. He sighed quietly and continued putting his books on their shelf. Amy looked over at Ben and examined him.

"Are you nervous to start school on Monday?"

"A little bit."

Amy nodded and grazed her thumb on a glass sculpture in her hand. The brunette idly looked down and realized it was a glass lion. She peered over at Ben and saw how he was staring at a book in a trance.

"You know," Amy started silently and he faced her. "Forget about those bullies," she said and the boy just stared at her. "They're way back in Texas and we're all the way in Ohio," the girl added and Ben looked away. "Not all schools are the same, trust me."

"Easy for you to say," he responded and glanced at her. "You were never picked on."

Amy stared at him and looked down at her lion.

OoO

Amanda walked passed their door and went into the living room. She fixed her ponytail and turned on her TV to check the satellite. Majora hopped down from the table and walked up to Amanda, she rubbed against her leg. Amanda ignored her and flipped channels, she had a lot on her mind.

Ben sulked into the room and walked into the kitchen, thinking of snacking on something.

The door knocked and the blonde faced her brother. "Could you-"

"-I got it," Ben interrupted dully and made his way towards the front door silently. The boy opened the door and saw Mark grinning at him. "You came back!"

"Hey, little man," he greeted and the boy smirked. "Of course I came back, are you crazy?" He added humorously and saw Amanda standing at her TV. "I came by to kidnap your sister."

Ben let out a smile and turned back to Amanda. "Amanda," He called and the blonde looked over at him and saw the visitor. "It's for you!"

Amanda smirked and walked over. "Hello again," she greeted and folded her arms. "I didn't know you'll be coming over to get me," she added and Ben bounced on his heels. Amanda looked down at her brother and back at Mark with a discreet look. "Seriously, you didn't have to, I would've walked myself."

"Are you kidding?" He asked incredulously and smiled. "We're neighbors," he added and the blonde only stared. "That's what neighbors do."

"Your door's right there, I don't need an escort," Amanda said with a smile and shook her head. "I'm not fragile."

"Oh, you're not?" He asked dryly and the blonde raised a brow. "Ok, if you don't need me then I guess I'll-" He began and pretended to leave. Amanda clicked her tongue and smacked his shoulder, making him stop. She sent him a playful look and went back to grab her phone before going out.

Amanda closed her door and paused while looking around the area. This'll be her new place and not knowing where everything is won't make it easier for her. She followed Mark towards his apartment and waited until he opened the door. The blonde looked at the other door numbers and silently hoped that she'll like her new place. Her last place back in Texas was nice and cozy but she still hoped that she didn't make a mistake by moving away.

Walking inside his apartment, Amanda looked around and felt her phone buzzing again in her back pocket, telling her she got a text. She ignored it and followed Mark further into his living room. "Sorry about the mess," he said and scurried over to his coffee table, he started to pick up the trash. "I wasn't thinking about cleaning, how stupid of me."

"No, no it's fine." She responded and watched him clean; she knew he was only kidding about himself.

Amanda thought about her new neighbors; will they be friendly, will they be mean, will any of them like her, will any of them welcome her to her new home. She had problems with people in her past, men especially, and hoped she could start over by moving in Ohio where her brother moved to. Of course she met with the Rooster Teeth team and they welcomed her like she was already part of the gang.

"Want anything to drink?" Mark asked, interrupting her reverie, and walked closer to her after he was done cleaning off his table. Amanda shook her head and smiled gently. "I can show you around real quick," he started. "I can give you the grand tour of your new place to, if you wish."

"No, that's ok; I can't trouble you like that."

"Oh quiet, Ms. Watson," He said and gently grabbed her chin. "You adorable thing, I'm showing you around whether you like it or not."

He released the stunned lady and smiled warmly at her. Amanda didn't respond and watched as he walked off. She followed him and listened as he showed her around while making small talk. When she first moved in she never thought she'll have anyone this friendly that lives in the same building as her. Amanda remembered her last place; her old house, her old friends, and she had fun at her job to. There's also things she doesn't miss and she's just glad she got away from all that, especially her exes.

Amanda followed Mark into a room and she immediately recognized it as his gaming room. She chuckled at the videos she watched early and he faced her in question. Amanda noticed him and nodded knowingly. "I know this room; it's your game room, huh?" She asked and he nodded. "Yeah, I watched a few of your videos after you left and I enjoyed them."

"Oh, you did?" He asked and she only nodded. "Thanks, I appreciate that."

"My little brother is your number one fan," Amanda stated and smiled sweetly. "When you came over, I've never seen him so happy in a long time," She added and her smile disappeared slowly. She looked at a wall in a trance and gently sighed. She whispered, "I just hope he'll stay that way."

Mark noticed her gloomy expression and frowned at her last comment. Suddenly he smiled and Amanda faced him blankly. "How about I'll give you a grand tour?"

After a few seconds, she finally smiled and nodded. Mark walked out of his apartment and made sure Amanda was following. She stepped out of his place and he closed the door behind her. Amanda glanced at all the rooms and kept a straight face when she was lead around the building. As they were walking, he still made jokes and small talks on the way. She was holding back a laugh knowing how awkward the situation is.

It was twenty minutes into the little tour and he was actually making it really entertaining. Mark stopped and grabbed Amanda's arm, stopping her. She looked up and saw a few neighbors carefully walking through them; one of the guys was giving Amanda the ogling eyes. She smirked shyly and played with the bottom of her sleeve.

They walked back to Amanda's door and she leaned against it. "Thanks for the tour, it really helped," she said and giggled a little. He gave her a disbelieving look. "Hey I mean it, it helped me out, and I wanted to know where the laundry room was."

"Alright sure," He responded in doubt and Amanda smirked at his tone. "Thanks for letting me."

Amanda remained still and awkwardly looked around the room. He's nice. She thought and her hand lingered on the doorknob. He's too nice. Amanda tapped on the bronze knob, trying to think of what else to say. Mark silently watched her and looked like he had something on his mind as well. She finally faced him and smiled. "I gotta get back inside, thanks again."

"No problem," He responded and she hesitated, slowly turning towards her door. Amanda opened it and he smirked. She's cute. He thought and she went inside without another word. He blurted out, "I hope to see you again some time!"

OoO

Amanda closed the door and leaned on it again. She closed her eyes and had her head rest against the white door. What was I thinking? She thought and shook her head lightly. I can't like him, not again. Amanda covered her face and rubbed her eyes. But he's so nice.

Sitting on a red bean bag, Ben noticed his sister and saw her pained expression. He furrowed his eyebrows and watched how she silently sauntered towards the kitchen. Majora walked towards him and saw how he was resuming his game. The orange tabby meowed for his attention and rubbed against his leg purring. Ben looked at the cat. "What do you want, Majora? Your food's set up in the kitchen."

Majora walked away and noticed Amanda in the kitchen. The lady opened the fridge and took out a wine bottle that was in a compartment. She took a sip from it and sighed before rubbing her forehead. She heard Majora meow at her and Amanda looked down at the tabby. "What is it, baby?"

The cat's tail swayed and she twirled around.

"Where are your toys?" Amanda asked and idly looked around, like Majora's toys would magically appear. "I don't remember unpacking them."

The lady walked out of the kitchen and had Majora meowing. Ben glanced over at them and resumed playing his game of Call of Duty.

A small kitty ball rolled out of the kids' room and Majora lunged towards it happily, the bell inside it jingled at her touch. Amy walked out of her room with kitty toys in her hands and she was moving a scratching post with her foot. "This isn't as hard as it looks," the brunette told her with small hint of sarcasm. "I have no idea how Majora's toys got in my box."

Amy walked passed her sister and struggled with the kitty bed in her arm. She kicked the post against the wall and threw the toys on the ground where they scattered. Amanda was about to protest but Amy walked passed her and placed the small bed next to the computer desk. Amanda looked at the kitty set up and pursed her lips in thought.

"Ugh," she groaned and walked in her room. "I gotta clean the apartment and maybe repaint some of the walls," she muttered to herself and pinched the bridge of her nose. "It's gonna be a long week."

AN: There we go, a longer and a updated chapter. Sorry about the long wait. :(