Genere: Family/Horror

Rating: T for strong language and mild violence

Characters: Michael, Dr. Loomis, Laurie, Jamie

Summary: Continuation of "Winter Surprise". Michael Myers is used to killing people; and everyone in Haddonfield being scared to death at the mere mention of his name. He is the Shape, the Boogeyman. Never in his life did Michael ever think he would be stuck caring for baby. Yet, here he was. The psychopathic babysitter murderer was now caring for a baby. But this not just any baby. This baby was Jamie, his infant niece.

December (24 hours after finding Jamie):

Michael puzzled over his current situation; as the infant continued to peacefully sleep in his arms. Well, this is a fine fucking mess I got myself into. The Shape said to himself. He sighed, as he rested his head against the soft chair he was in. This child is going to need diapers, food, and whatever else babies need. And I don't know a thing about babies or how to care for one. Why oh why did I go soft like that, and take her in? Why did not I just take five minutes to dump her off at the police station? Michael thought. He then heard his niece yawn and coo softly. Michael looked down and saw his niece was staring straight at him. Then she smiled, and reached upwards with her hands. Michael could not help but chuckle. He then froze. The sound of his own happiness was very new to him. All he knew was rage and depression. He then stood up and walked over to the master bed. Slowly tilting his head to one side, Michael reached deep into his memories to see if he could recall anytime he had helped his mother care for Laurie when she was a baby. Come on Michael Audrey, surely there is one tiny fragment of a useful memory. The Shape said to himself. To his luck, there was one very sweet memory about him and his sister.

Flashback:

Michael Audrey Myers was sitting in front of the TV watching his favorite shows. Judith was on the sofa working on a reading assignment. When the show cut to commercial, Michael stood up.

"I'm getting a soda. You want one?" He asked his older sibling.

Judith looked away from her studies and nodded.

"Yeah. Get me a cherry pop please." She said.

Michael nodded and went to grab a coke for him, and a cherry pop for Judith. He returned with the sodas. Judy thanked Michael as the little boy returned to his spot.

"Hey, Judy, when do you think mommy and daddy will be home from the hospitable?" Michael asked.

"First of all, it's hospital. Second, I don't know. Dad said he was going to bring mom and the baby home today. But I'm sure the doctors will want to make sure everything is fine before they discharge them." Judith replied.

A whole 20 minutes of silence passed. Michael then changed the channel to see what gun-slinging movie was on. Michael loved watching the brave cowboys fight the evil cattle rustlers. During a romantic moment between the hero and the rancher's daughter; Michael turned and faced Judith. She had paused from her homework to enjoy the movie. As the final credits rolled, Their father entered the house. Donald Myers came in his eyes gleaming and a huge smile on his face.

"Michael! Judith! We are home; and there is someone who wants to meet you!" He called.

Michael and Judith leapt to their feet, and raced out to their father. Then, out of the car, stepped their mother; Edith Myers. In Edith's arms was a bundle of blankets. The children slowed down, as they neared their parents.

"Michael. Judith. Meet your baby sister, Laurie." Edith said.

End Flashback:

Michael sighed. The memory of his baby sister coming home from the hospital was nice. However, it was useless as far as child care information was concerned. He dug back into his memories again. Then it came to him.

Flashback:

"Michael, do you want to help me give Laurie a bath?" Asked Edith.

Michael nodded. The little boy loved helping his mother care for his baby sister.

"Sure mommy." He said.

The 5 year old followed his mother into the kitchen. Laurie was being held by Donald. Mr. Myers then passed the baby girl to his wife and left the room. Edith instructed Michael through the process.

"Make the water warm but not too warm. That's perfect. Now, carefully place Laurie in the sink. Good job honey." Edith said.

Michael smiled. He loved his baby sister.

"Now, lather up the cloth with the baby soap. Then, you scrub her little body all around. But not too hard Michael. Great job. Oh you're such a good big brother." Edith then said.

"Thanks mommy. I will be the bestest big brother in the world to Laurie." He replied.

Michael then looked at the giggling baby Laurie; and kissed her on the cheek.

"And I promise to love you forever Laurie." He said to the baby.

End flashback:

Michael sighed, and came out of the memory. He picked up his baby niece and walked into his room. Michael rummaged through the cabinet under the crib and found an unopened package of diapers, baby soap, a onesie, baby blankets and baby powder. The shape then entered the kitchen with Jamie and the items. After cleaning the sink, Michael filled the sink with warm water. Michael washed Jamie and changed her. The baby girl smiled up at her crazed uncle lovingly. Michael never wanted Jamie to go back to where the normal, typical people were. They'd ruin her. Besides, she was a Myers. And there was no shame in being a Myers. They were an old family, going all the way back to ancient Ireland. Michael smiled as he inspected his finished work. Jamie was all bundled up in soft baby blankets and looked very comfortable.

I will never let anyone take you away from me. Not even Laurie. The Shape thought to himself.

Suddenly, sirens could be heard surrounding the house. Michael tensed up. He was unmasked and unarmed. He knew why the police were here. They were here for the baby. The shape growled lowly. Jamie, disturbed by the loud noises of the police outside started crying. Michael held her close and could hear the officers kicking down the door. Michael soon pulled from the cabinet draw a huge kitchen knife and was ready to fight them off. The police soon entered and saw the unmasked shape holding his knife and a crying baby.

"Hold your fire. He's got a kid. I think it might be Laurie Strode's missing infant." Said one of the officers.

Suddenly, Two more people entered the house. It was Laurie and Doctor Loomis.

"Michael." Said Loomis calmly.

Michael nodded slowly.

"Michael, don't let your rage hurt the baby. She is such a sweet baby Michael. Can I see her?" Loomis then said.

Michael tilted his head to the side, as if pondering on whether or not to let Loomis hold the baby. He then slowly handed Jamie over to Loomis, keeping a steady gaze on the cops.

"Thank you Michael." Loomis said.

He quickly hurried back to Laurie and handed the baby to her. This enraged Michael. He was going to loose his niece. She would grow up to hate him; just like his sister did. Michael raised his knife and went for the nearest officer. However, Michael never learned to not bring a knife to a gun fight. Michael was shot multiple times and was quickly apprehended. Laurie watched, as her older brother was rushed into the ambulance. As their eyes met, Laurie saw Michael was starring at her with a mixture of anger and hurt. Michael then reached out towards her. Laurie then realized, Michael was reaching out for his niece.

Laurie then cautiously walked up to Michael. She gently placed Jamie in Michaels lap. Everyone, especially Loomis; was shocked to see Michael smile and raise his one hand to touch the baby.

"We will come and visit you." Laurie said softly.

Michael nodded stiffly. Laurie then kissed her brother on the cheek. Michael looked at her confused.

"Your my brother Michael. I love you. I could never hate you." She said.

Michael was still looking puzzled as the ambulance doors were shut and he was returned to Smith's Grove Sanitarium.

Well this is Chapter 1. Stay tuned for chapter 2. Reviews are love!