Takes place while all the boys are still living at home, it's movienight in the Mercer household, how will that end? Well, it's the Mercer boys and it is a friday night, it would be weird if there wasn't some kind of police involved. I don't own four brothers.

'Alright now boys, I want you to behave while I'm gone'

All four boys nodded up at her, but she didn't miss the look Bobby sent Angel. She sighed.

'I'll be back sometime tomorrow, don't stay up to late, and make sure Jackie eats breakfast tomorrow, here's some money for pizza'

She hugged them all, lingering a bit with Jack, trying to see if he was okay with this. His shy smile assured her that he was and she walked to the door, throwing one last stern look at them.

'Behave' They nodded. 'Bobby, I expect you to take care of your brothers'

'Course I will Ma'

'Alright, have fun boys love you'

She closed the door, hoping this wouldn't end in disaster.

'Movienight?' Bobby asked and everyone nodded

Jerry started looking through the enourmous stack of movies by the tv, laying out their options.

'How about this'

He held up "Meet the parents" for them to see.

Bobby groaned and shook his head.

'No way, boring piece of shit'

Jerry sighed and Angel took his place in looking through the movies. He held up "We were soldiers" expectantly but Bobby shook his head again and claimed they saw that one last week. He started looking through the movies himself, spreading them out on the floor.

'This one' he declared holding up the first "scream" movie. Jerry shook his head.

'That one is to scary for Jack'

They looked back on the couch where Jack sat quietly, observing them.

'Well let's ask him then, Jack come here and help us pick out a movie'

Jack slowly slid down from the couch and over to them, he looked at the movies on the floor before looking at the one in Bobby's hand. It looked pretty cool. And Bobby wanted to see it. And Jack wanted so desperatley for Bobby to like him.

'That one'

He pointed to the one in Bobby's hand and Bobby grinned and ruffled his hair.

'He has good taste'

Jerry rolled his eyes and mumbled something about someone worshipping the ground Bobby walked on, why he didn't know. Angel didn't mind watching the movie as he was rather fond of horrorflicks. Plus he decided, if Jack got scared he had them here.

'Who wants pizza?'

Everyone did and Jerry made made the order while Angel put the movie in. Bobby went to the kitchen and started making popcorn and looked through the cupboards for candy while Jack silently observed him from the table. Bobby sensed him sitting there before he saw him. He did that often, followed Bobby like a shadow wherever he went, he didn't mind. Taking some candy out he put some in front of Jack at the table.

'Here, take this while we wait for the pizza'

Jack looked down at the candy and then up at Bobby, before taking a candy and slowly put it in his mouth. The others were gone quickly and Bobby chuckled.

'That stuff is the best'

Jack nodded in agreement and smiled a bright smile at Bobby as he gave him some more.

'Thanks'

Bobby tried not to let it affect him. Jack had been with them for a year now and still everytime he spoke Bobby wanted to yell with joy. It was only a few months earlier that Jack had started to speak. His first months he hadn't said a word. Now he spoke, well not as much as the rest of them, but as often as anyone else, though he still had his quiet moments, where he would be next to impossible to reach. Ma had warned them that Jack may always have those.

Jack helped Bobby carry everything out in front of the tv, and the doorbell rang signaling the arrival of the pizza. Bobby paid and went to put it with everything else on the table. They all took place on the couch, with Bobby on one end with Jack next to him, then Angel and Jerry. As the movie progressed Jack slid closer and closer to Bobby who glanced down at him and put his arm around him, allowing him to hide his face against his chest when he got scared.

When the movie was over Jerry sighed and stretched while Angel yawned.

'What now'

Bobby looked down at Jack who was tucked firmly into his side.

'Now we do the town'

His comment followed by a wicked grin made Jerry sigh, Angel jump to his feet and Jack, Jack stared up at him wide eyed.

Ten minutes later they shuffled out the door with Bobby leading the way to his car. Jack had ridden in it before with Bobby and the rest of his brothers, but it was still so new that it felt special. It wasn't the car in itself which was special he mused. It was that he was allowed to come with them. It made him feel good, like he belonged here with them. Jack and Angel sat in the back while Jerry rode in the front with Bobby who was, of course driving. One thing Jack had noticed was that Bobby always drove when they were going somewhere, even though he knew that the others had their license as well. He figured Bobby liked to control things.

As Bobby backed the car out of the driveway he turned to watch Jack in the mirror for a second.

'Put your seatbelt on Jack'

He did so without question. As they drove he looked out the window watching the world pass by. His thoughts were interrupted by Angel questioning Bobby where they were going. Bobby mumbled something that made Jerry lean forward in his seat.

'Are you crazy man? You can't do that now! Not when Jack is here!'

'Relax Jer, he's going to stay in the car'

'Still, I don't like it'

Angel seemed to think it over before speaking up.

'I don't know man, what if something happens'

'Nothing is going to happen you dimwit, he's staying in the car, clearly I won't take a 12 year old in with us'

'I want to come with' Jack's voice stopped their arguing and everyone's whipped around to stare at him. After a few seconds Bobby shook his head slowly and met his eyes in the mirror.

'I don't think that's a good idea kid, not only would Ma kill me, but things could get ugly, and I'd rather you didn't have to see that'

Jack scoffed but turned quiet quickly at the look Bobby shot him. He looked up to Bobby a lot, okay more than a lot, but even though it was nice to be protected for a change, to have people looking out for you, he wanted to be one of them.

Bobby pulled in to a parking lot in front of an old building that even looked shabbier than Jack's last fosterhome. Bobby turned in his seat and met his gaze. Jack forced himself not to flinch like he used to, it was a reflex for him to look away when someone looked at him. He usually didn't now, but sometimes he did it without thought.

'Jack, no matter what, I want you to stay in this car okay, we're going to talk to some guys and then we're going to leave'

Jack nodded which seemed to be enough. Angel who had been giving the place a couple of once over spoke up and made Bobby tear his gaze from Jack.

'What if there's more than Vinny and his guys?'

'There's not' Bobby got out of the car.

Angel and Jerry followed him after giving shooting Jack a look that said stay here. Jack sighed as he watched them make their way inside the building. Minutes passed and Jack grew more and more nervous. He wondered if they were getting what they came for, then he wondered if he should make his way inside, just to see what was happening. No. No. Bobby had said to stay in the car, so he had to stay in the car. The sound of a car pulling in made him shrink down in the seat before peering out to see that the car had parked across the lot and as he watched five guys got out and walked toward the building. Every instinct Jack had in his body screamed at him that this was wrong. This was not good at all, and Jack trusted his instincts. They were one of the reasons he was alive right now. The other one was Evelyn. And his mind whispered to him, the guys who had ridden in this car with him.

Jack bit his nail nervously. What should he do, Bobby said to stay in the car no matter what, but Jack knew, he just knew that this was going badly. He was scared. He had a hard time being around other people. Sometimes he still flinched from his brothers, and in there were a lot of other people. Mean people from the looks of it. Who knew what they were going to do to him if they caught him. Who knew what they were going to do to Bobby, Angel and Jerry his mind whispered. That settled it. Taking the keys Bobby had left in he opened the car door as quietly as he could. He started towards the building but changed his mind and ran as fast as he could to the car he had seen the men arrive in. Kneeling down he pulled out the blade Bobby had gotten him one month ago. He had explained to Jack that it wasn't really something he wanted to give him, and not something he wanted him to have to carry, but Bobby knew the streets of Detroit well, and he didn't want Jack to go unprotected if he had to walk alone, which he prefered that he didn't by the way. He had been happy that day, for the caring he had seen in his big brothers eyes, and it was also the first time that he dared to hope that this was it for him, this family. The first time he dared to think of Bobby, Angel and Jerry as his brothers.

He quickly slashed the first tire and then went to the rest before hurrying across the lot to the door. As he reached it he hesitated, wondering what kind of noise it would give away when he opened it. Looking around he noticed an open window, it was worth a shot. Jack was still small but he managed to find leverage on the wall just enough to grab onto the frame and pull himself up. He lost his footing though and tumbled through the window, landing on the hard floor with a wince. The room was dark but the moon cast enough light for him to see that he was in a washing room. He scoffed, what was this place. He didn't dare to look for a light and instead fumbled his way to the door, led my the moonlight. Slowly opening it he peeked out a saw that he was a in a hallway, and the the door leading out was on his left, at least he guessed it was that door, it looked the same.

Suddenly he thought he heard voices and he crept down the hallway as quickly as he could. He peeked around a corner and was met with a big room, with couches and chairs standing around as if someone had just dropped them where they stood. What caught his attention though was Bobby's voice.

'Still a fucking coward Vinny'

A nasal laugh which made Jack shudder sounded next.

'Just careful Bobby. I know how you're like when you feel like someone's done you wrong'

'I just don't feel that, you stole from me, and then you threathened Angel. How the fuck did you think I was going to react you slow minded fucker'

'Ah yes. The brothers. The Mercer brothers. Speaking of which, I heard you had a new baby brother, he not tagging along?'

'Nah, I was afraid your ugly face would give him nightmares for years to come, you're actually that ugly man'

Jack couldn't see enough from where he was hiding, he needed to get closer. He crawled along the floor to the nearest couch and looked around it. What he saw made nearly made his heart stop. Bobby, Angel and Jerry were held at gunpoint. Around them stood the guys Jack had seen earlier. Bobby stood in the middle and was leveling a cold glare at a weird looking man.

'What was his name again... Jack, yes that's it, Jack'

Jack heard Bobby growl and saw him take a step forward before the man in front of him raised his gun in warning and Bobby stopped. Jack's mind was spinning and he felt panic make his chest tighten but he tried to will himself to calm down. He took a deep breath, almost choked on some dust from the couch but managed to hold it in. He thought he saw Bobby stiffen, but he knew he couldn't have seen him, and he had been almost completely quiet. He felt the tension in the air and knew that soon everything was going to be over if he didn't hurry up. Hurry up and do what he didn't know yet. He continued along the floor behind the furniture, coming closer and closer to the man Bobby had called Vinny.

'Maybe I'll stop by and say hi to the last remaining Mercer brother after I'm through here hm'

At that all three of his brothers stepped forward with a look that chilled Jack, but the man just laughed. Probably because he was holding the gun. Jack wondered where Bobbys gun was, he knew he always carried one.

'You're a dead man Vinny' Bobbys voice was cold as ice.

'No' Jack heard the safety of the gun and quickly moved the last bit so he was off to the side of Vinny still unseen. 'You are'.

Vinnys words propelled him into action and with a furious cry he launched himself forward, in his hand he held his blade. Without second thought and before anyone had a chance to react he sunk it into Vinnys thigh, making him howl with pain. Jack saw Bobbys eyes widen before he launched himself forward and grabbed a hold of Vinnys gun at the same time as he kneed the hunching man in the stomach. Angel slammed his elbow back in to a mans face as Jerry sweeped the legs out from another before kicking him in the stomach.

Vinny had dropped his gun during his and Bobbys fight and Jack scrambled to reach it but was pulled back by his legs. He twisted around and kicked the unknown man in the face, making him howl with rage before he once again grabbed at Jack. As he got a hold of his shirt he lifted him up but before Jack knew it he was on the ground again. Looking up he saw Jerry throw a well placed punch to the mans face before he sent one to his stomach. The man fell to his feet gasping, but didn't have time to react before a kick sent him flying.

Jerry reached down and pulled Jack up.

'You okay?'

Jack nodded quickly. Jerry looked behind him at the sound of shouting and running.

'Shit! Bobby!'

Bobby looked up having just delivered Vinny a kick. He took advantage of Bobbys distraction to scramble backwards toward a couch.

'We need to leave now!'

Bobby took one longing, enraged look at Vinny before nodding. Jerry had Jacks hand in a firm hold as they shouted to Angel who quickly finished off the guy he was fighting. All four off them took of down the hallway Jack had come and rushed out the door, stopping for a second as they heard they familiar sound of sirens.

'Who the hell called the cops!' Bobby yelles as they ran towards the car.

Jack fished around in his pocket with his free hand. Pulling out the car keys he yelled at Bobby.

'Bobby!'

Bobby easily caught the keys Jack threw at him and they piled into the car just as Vinnys guys started running across the lot to their car.

'Punch it Bobby!" Angel yelled before searching underneath the seat and finding a gun and held it his hand.

Bobby took off down the road all the while glancing in the mirrors.

'Where are they'

Angel and Jerry tried to see behind them in the darkness, but didn't see anything.

'I slashed their tires'

Jacks soft voice made everyones heads whip around to stare at him for the second time that night. For a moment no one said anything and then Bobby let out a loud laugh, quickly followed by Angel and Jerry. The red and blue lights in the mirror made itself known however and Bobby swore before speeding up even more and taking a left turn down some dark road. After a lot of turns the lights were no longer seen and they made their way home in a hurry.

After parking the car they hurried inside, making sure Jack was in the middle at all times. Only when they were inside did they let out the breath they had been holding. They hung up their jackets in silence, Angel taking Jacks leather jacket and hanging it up. They made their way to the couch and sat down.

Bobbt looked down at Jack sitting next to him.

'You okay man'

'Yeah' Jack nodded.

'You sure'

Jack nodded again and Bobby looked over at Jerry and Angel who also nodded. They sat in silence before Bobby got up and put in a movie and Jerry went to kitchen and pulled out some beers, soda for Jack, and made popcorn all over again. Jack looked over at Angel in question who was taking out a blanket and spreading it on the couch. Angel sighed.

'The cops are gonna show up here'

Jack tensed. In his experience, dealing with the cops always led to more trouble. Always.

'Why'

Angel sighed before settling down beside him.

'I don't think they got the licence plate, but they probably saw the model of the car, and well, we Mercer's have a somewhat complicated relationship with the cops in this town. Some more than others' he shot a look at Bobby who was standing staring out the window.

'Can't help my good looks Ang' Bobby quipped.

As Jerry sat the bowl down on the table the sound of a car was heard. Bobby nodded and left the window to flop down on Jacks other side. He took some popcorn, deliberatley spilling some. A hard knock was heard and jack jumped. Angel got up and answered it.

'Angel. Mind if I come in'

'Sure Green, you know we love the cops in this house' he stepped aside to let him in.

'Well aint this cozy' Green chuckled at the sight of the rest of the Mecer's in the couch.

'What's up Green'

'You tell me Bobby'

'Nothing much, same same'

'Yeah, you see I was afraid of that. You didn't happen to be involved in some messy shit tonight did you'

'Can't say that I have. We've been here all night, watching movies, eating pizza' he gestured to the empty plates from earlier 'and hanging out'

'I see' Greens eyes zeroed in on Jack who sat leaning against Bobby 'and this must be Jack'

Jack didn't answer. He could tell that this Green didn't believe Bobby for a second, but didn't have any proof that he was lying. Jack knew all about missing proof. And he knew all about cops who wanted him to talk.

'I'm detective Green' He held out his hand for Jack to shake. Jack glanced down at it. When he got no response Green lowered his hand.

'Jackie dosen't like people'

Bobbys voice sounded like a threat, and knowing him it probably was. Green nodded and decided to try again.

'Had a good night so far' He was still adressing Jack who reluctantly nodded. 'These boys treating you good' Another nod. He sat down in the chair next to the couch. He noticed how Jack tensed and edged closer to Bobby, who in return slung his arm over his shoulders and sent Green a look that should have sent him packing, and probably would have, had he not been so intent on doing his job.

'You know Jack, if there is something going on that you feel is wrong, or if you have seen something that's not quite right, you can always tell me alright, you don't have to worry about anything'

Jack wanted to laugh. Oh he knew their tricks. He had met far to many cops in his young age, and no one had impressed him, or had been interested in helping him. Some had been more interested in hurting him as it had seemed.

'Leave the kid alone Green'

Bobbys words were a warning.

'Yeah how about trying to find some of the scum in this city instead of questioning a 12 year old man' Angel cut in, glaring at Green.

'Just trying to do my job guys. So what are you watching?' He once again adressed Jack who had turned back to watch the tv.

'Rocky'

'Oh those are good movies' Green grinned, thrilled that Jack had actually answered him this time, maybe he would get him to talk after all.

Jack shrugged but Green continued.

'This your favorite movie?'

Bobby sighed, clearly irritated. Jack lifted his head to meet Greens eyes for the first time, and Green was struck by how blue they were.

'No'

His voice was cold, especially for a 12 year old Green thought.

'Oh, my favorite is "shooter", that's a really good movie. What's your favorite then?' Green spoke quickly, sensing that Bobby was about to interrupt again. Jack's eyes hadn't left his since he had lifted his head. A few seconds passed then he spoke, his eyes still locked on Greens.

'Police Academy 4. I love stupid cops'

And then he smiled at Green. A smile that in Greens book only meant trouble, but at the same time seemed innocent, if you didn't see the glint in his eye that was. Greens jaw dropped open.

Angel spit out his beer out in shock, Jerry gaped at him, and Bobby laughed so hard he had to steady himself to keep from falling off the couch. Green sighed and stood up, he shot one last look at Jack as he said goodby and walked outside. As he made his way to the car he thought to himself; that one is going to be trouble...

Well? Did you like it...? *shuffles feet nervously. I was planning one more chapter to this, just to tie up the Vinny stuff, if you want that is and didn't think it sucked more than Jackies ending in the movie. I always liked the comment Green made about Jack to Fowler 'He's a Mercer. Don't let him fool you', thinking of going somewhere with that...