Authors Note:
Okay, so this is my newest story, and as you all know, when inspiration hits, I can't ignore it. I promise I haven't given up on any of my stories. I just really wanted to start writing this one! Let me know what you think, and give me some feed back!
Disclaimer: All the main characters belong to Cassandra Clare, plus some of the places, and such, and I only own the minor characters, the kids, and the plot!
I hope you enjoy, Nowhere To Go
Chapter One
Clary POV:
I was late getting the girls to school, which made the twins late for their sitter, and I was rushing to work like I always do. It was hard having four kids on my own, but they are the light of my life, and I may be struggling to provide for them, but there isn't anything I wouldn't do for them. I was fumbling in my bag for the key to the diner when I ran into someone and was knocked on my ass.
"What where you're going shrimp." I heard a deep voice say and when I looked up I felt like I was staring into the sun. This man was golden, and looked damn fine in a suit. "Wanna take a picture? It'll last longer, and I'm kinda in a rush." He smirked and I rolled my eyes and stood up. "Where did you find those clothes? The dumpster?" He said and I sighed.
"Sorry for bumping into you. Won't happen again…prick." I mumbled the last part and he glared.
"What did you say?" He spat back and I wasn't in the mood to deal with this so I just gave up.
"Nothing. Sorry for bumping into you."
"You better be." He said and he walked away. I watched him walk down the street and into the office buildings. Of course he worked for the Herondale and Lightwood Law Firm. I turned back around and opened the diner, and started getting everything set up.
I don't know where I would be without the kindness of the owner of this diner. I showed up on his doorstep 3 years ago, with two kids, and 4 months pregnant and asked for a job, and without hesitation he gave me one. He even rents the upstairs apartment out to me, and I couldn't be more grateful. We would be in the streets if it wasn't for his kindness, and in the last 3 years he really has become a great friend. He was the father figure I never had. I was beyond grateful for him, and always made sure to do my absolute best to show my gratitude.
The day went on like it normally would. When 3:30 rolled around I was off and getting my two oldest from school and than went to get the twins from their babysitter. We got back to the diner and they took their seats in the booth they normally stay in and do their homework, while the little ones color. I started my second shift and it was pretty low key, but when the door ringed, and three people walked in I was less than thrilled. It was the asshole from earlier and I really didn't want to serve them, but I was the only one here. I walked over and tried my best to not let him get to me again.
"Welcome to Taki's, may I take your order?" I said and they all looked at me.
"You." The blonde said and I smiled.
"Me. What can I get you?" I said and he looked stunned.
"Can we have a pot of coffee for the table, and three waters, with the lemon in a bowl?" The girl said and I smiled.
"Of course. I'll be right back." I said and I walked back, got the pot and three mugs, with the water and headed back to the table. When I placed the drinks down there was a loud crash, and when I looked over at my kids Zack was crying and covered in spaghetti. I smiled at the table. "Excuse me. I'll be right back to take your orders." They nod and I make my way over to my kids.
"Mommy!" Zack cries and I rush over and take all the spaghetti off of him.
"What happened?" I ask and he sniffled.
"Brad." Was all he said and I looked at his twin brother.
"Bradley, what did you do?" I said and he avoided eye contact.
"I was just kidding." He said and I sighed.
"Shelly, can you take Zack and clean him off for me?" She nodded, grabbed Zack's hand and headed towards the back. I walked back over to the table and smiled again. "What would you like to eat?"
"I'll have a burger." The blonde said.
"I'll have the house salad with ranch dressing." The girl said.
"I'll have the French onion soup." The other boy said and I nodded. I went and put the order in and went back to clean up the mess around my kids. I was almost done cleaning it when I heard the ding of the bell that signaled the food was ready. I walked back over and grabbed the dishes and made my way over to their table. I placed them down, when I felt a hand on my leg. I looked down and saw my youngest girl.
"Mommy." She said and I kneeled down to her level and placed my hands on her hips.
"Yes baby?"
"I'm hungry." She said and I sighed.
"You just ate sweetheart."
"But I'm still hungry."
"Alright, I'll get you something else." She smiled and I gave her a kiss before she walked back over to the table. "Let me know if you need anything else." I said and they all nodded.
After another hour, the three people were still there. They looked like they were in the middle of a meeting, and the restaurant didn't close for a couple more hours, and as much as I'd love to kick him out on his ass, I couldn't. I looked at the clock and realized that it was time for the kids to go up and get ready for bed.
"Kids!" I called and they came running over to me. "It's time to head upstairs, and go to bed. I am done in two hours and I'll be checking in on you. Shelly, and Tara, I except homework to be on the table for me to go over when I get done. Teeth brushed, and I mean really brushed Zack, and I expect you two to be in bed when Shelly tells you. Got it?" I said and they all nodded.
"Yes mommy." They all said in unison.
"Alright, now I need hugs and kisses form all my babies." I said and they smiled.
"Goodnight mommy, I love you." Shelly said as I pulled her into a hug.
"I love you too sweetheart."
"Goodnight mommy. I love you." Tara said and I gave her a kiss and a big hug.
"I love you too hunny."
"Goodnight mommy, I love you so much." Zack said and I tickled his sides while I brought him into a hug.
"I love you too baby." I said and he gave me an extra kiss.
"Goodnight mommy. I love you the most." Brad said and I smiled.
"I love you too sweetie." I gave him a kiss and than I looked at all my kids. "One more group hug." I said and they all came barreling into me and I couldn't help but laugh as I lay on the floor. "I'm right down here if you need me." I said as they all got up and I stood. They all left and I stood there and watched them go. I may be poor, but I was definitely blessed when it came to them.
When my shift was finally over I was cleaning up the last table when I spotted a phone on the ground. It must have been the girl who was sitting here. I clicked the home button and nothing popped up. It was clearly dead, but tomorrow I'll go to the office building to give it back to the other two she was with. When I picked up the bill I realized that they left me a 5 dollar tip on a bill that was over 100 dollars. I rolled my eyes. Rich people think that everyone has an unlimited amount of cash, and clearly they don't realize that I live off tips. I shoved the 5 in my pocket and finished cleaning and went upstairs.
When I checked everything out, I couldn't help the smile that spread across my face. I may be poor but I was grateful for where I was. Having four kids, at the age of 24 wasn't easy, and with no real skill I was lucky to even be a waitress, but I would do anything for my kids, and as long as they can still laugh, and smile and eat something, that was good enough for me.