So I have decided to begin another fanfic story while I figure out what to do with the other one. I am going to focus on making sure location information is more accurate this time due to a review I received on the other story. I do hope that everyone enjoys this one, I will be good and busy now with two stories, and other stuff but please be patient and I promise to post new chapters as soon as possible.
Disclaimer: I do not own Hey Arnold!
Chapter I
Hunched over, sweat dripping from her forehead, and breathing heavily, Helga tried to unscramble her thoughts. As she made her way back to her apartment, she could not help but think about everything that had happened in the last week. More than what she wanted to remember in a lifetime, she was now fighting back tears. These were not tears of joy, sadness, or physical pain, these were tears of pure anger. Helga could not come to terms with the fact that he was gone, and the funeral was in 3 days.
If I had just been there earlier could I have stopped it, would he still be alive? She asked herself as she walked slowly down the sidewalk. She was to the point of becoming emotionally numb, and encaging all of her feelings for the sake of herself.
Situations like this made it harder for Helga, especially due to the secret she has been harboring for 5 years now. This was the first time that she had lost a partner, and it was weighing heavily on her mind. Just as she was rounding the corner, her apartment came into view, the eerie glow of the lamps on the street sent a chill down her spine.
"What the hell? Am I actually nervous? I must be losing my mind." She said out loud as she dug through her pockets for her cell phone. She had put it on silent while she was out trying to clear her mind. The constant phone calls and texts were getting on her last nerve.
"10 missed calls and 46 messages. Dang, can these people give me some peace!" she turned the volume back on, jumping slightly at the sound as someone had now decided to call her.
"Of course." She huffed. She looked at the screen as the name of the caller appeared, Simon. She could not ignore this call, it was too important, he was the boss after all.
"Hey Simon."
"Helga, where the hell are you?" He said sounding somewhat out of breath.
"I went out for a run…what is going on?" she began to worry, he sounded a bit panicked.
"Do not go home, meet me at the office. I am calling Isaac and Samuel too. Hurry up!" With that the phone went dead.
Now looking at a black screen, Helga couldn't help but feel something was off. With that she picked up her pace, briskly walking passed her apartment building. The whole way wondering what could have possibly startled Simon, he was not so easily scared so this had to be something worth worrying about.
The office was another 2 and a half blocks from where she was, and she made every effort to avoid any distractions. She did not want Simon worrying about her any more than he already does. She smiled as she thought about the guys, Simon, Isaac, and Samuel, they had come into her life about 5 years earlier. Helga could not be more happy about it, she loved being around them, they made her feel like she was wanted for once in her life.
As Helga was deep in thought, a pair of toned arms snaked their way around her shoulders pulling her into a rock hard chest. Helga's breath caught in her throat, apart from the fact that it had also just been squeezed out of her. There was a deep laugh that shook her against the unknown person, and it didn't take long for her to figure it out.
"Really Samuel? You scared the hell out of me!" she spat, wiggling in his strong grip.
"Oh..I am sorry angel, I just wanted a hug from the sweetest girl I know." He said with a pouted lip which slowly turned into a grin as he loosened his grip on her.
"Damn, if you wanted a hug then do it like a normal person? Shit like that will get your ass kicked." Helga said as she turned around, trying her best to hold in the smile. It was so hard to stay mad at him, he was the sweetest guy, and always called her Angel. He was tall, dark, and very, very handsome with hazel looking eyes, looked to be in his late twenties. He had a smile that would melt any girl and a personality to match. In some ways he looked like an older Jamie-O, but he was much better looking.
"She is right you know, one day she is going to haul off and beat the shit out of you." A very alluring voice said from the door of the building.
"Oh Isaac, my sweet angel would never." Samuel argued with a smile, pulling Helga in for another hug.
"If you say so, but don't come crying to me when you have to reattach parts." Isaac smirked. He was devilishly handsome, dark black/brown hair, fair skin, with piercing light blue eyes. Not to mention a smile that could make any girl faint, he looked to be about in the same age range as Samuel. He was standing with his arms crossed leaning against the door frame, a small half smirk on his face.
"Hi Isaac, nice to see you." Helga said as Samuel finally let her go. Walking up to the door she was once again pulled into a hug, Isaac wasn't always as straight forward as Samuel but he did care for Helga just as much.
"Nice to see you too." Isaac said as he pulled away, now looking into Helga's deep blue eyes. His smile faded a bit as he started to look more serious now.
"Did Simon tell you why we are all here tonight?" Isaac asked looking at both Helga and Samuel.
"I was thinking maybe it had something to do with the death of my partner." Helga started, looking to the floor now as she was once again yanked back into a slight depression. Isaac placed a gentle hand under her chin bringing her eyes back to his.
"I am very sorry that you are going through this Helga." There was such a sincere tone to his voice, "But no…something has come up. You may not be too happy with the plans that have been arranged."
Helga gave him a questioning look, and she did not like the fact that something has been arranged prior to her knowing. She looked to Samuel for something, but only got a look of guilt.
"You knew Samuel?" she asked, crossing her arms.
"I am sorry angel, I was told to keep silent. Simon will explain everything." Samuel said with a reassuring smile.
Helga looked back and forth between the two men, took in a slow breath, "Ok." She finally said, turning to the door that Isaac now held open for her.
As the three of them neared Simon's office door they could hear yelling. You were supposed to watch him!...No!...It was your damn responsibility to keep eyes on him so he couldn't find her!...Yes you idiot!...No, now we have to move her before he figures out the rest of the details…..How could you be so stupid!...Just find him! With that he hung up, launching his phone towards the now open doorway where Helga was standing.
Before Helga had time to react to the flying device, Isaac's hand shot in front of her face catching the phone inches before her. Helga drew in a deep breath, and gave Isaac a smile, cocking her head to the side. Isaac returned the smile, and directed his attention to the very angry Simon that now stood still. He was staring at Helga, a very apologetic look on his face now for not seeing her standing there.
"Helga…..I am so sorry. I did not hear you open the door." Simon said as he ran his hand through his light blondish brown hair. He was another very handsome man looking to be in his late twenties to early thirties, his hair was to his ears cut in short layers and kind of flipped at the ends. It fell a little messy, but the look was enchanting. His light fair skin, made him look almost angelic, especially with his pale blue green eyes and his smile was to die for.
"It is ok but…..care to explain why I was almost a casualty to your flying electronic device?" She asked as she walked into the room. She could see that he was extremely pissed off, but she was not going to go and be all sweet just because of his current state.
"An issue..has…come up, and-"as he fumbled for his words Helga's curiosity was to its boiling point.
"Out with it Simon!" she yelled at him making all three look at her a little stunned by her outburst. Outbursts for her are not abnormal, but she usually held back while talking to Simon.
Simon drew in a deep breath, "Ok. Since the incident with your partner went public, keeping your location hidden has pretty much been destroyed. A friend of Rose, one that holds no real ties to us, has been watching HIM. Up until the incident everything was in check, but…..well thanks to public announcements on the death and names involved….well let's just say that you will need to be relocated immediately."
Helga's eyes widened at the news, she knew exactly who he was referring to and she knew exactly what was going to happen next. She was going to be moved to some other location in hopes to throw him off her trail. This is something that was starting to get under her skin, and she was sick of running. Since when the hell would Helga G. Pataki run from someone? She would ask herself.
"Are you serious?! What the hell? So I am just supposed to pick up and move somewhere….AGAIN?! What about my PARTNER'S funeral? And-"She began to argue but was cut off mid-sentence.
"You have no choice! You will get your ass ready to leave TONIGHT!" Simon yelled, causing Helga to take a small step back. He was not an intimidating man, but she was a little taken back by his yelling.
Helga drew in a deep breath, readying herself for an argument, but was stopped as Samuel placed a hand on her shoulder. He gave her a sweet smile before he spoke, "Look angel, this is in no way punishment for you, and you know that. We just want to make sure you are safe. We care about you way too much to let that guy find you and try to take you. Please understand."
Helga let out the breath she had been holding without realizing it, softening her gaze at Samuel's pleading eyes. Dropping her head she groaned, "Ya know sometimes I really hate you."
This made Samuel smile, "I know, but you know I am right." He directed his attention to Simon who was now sitting on the small leather couch in his office. "Ok boss, what needs to be done?"
Simon sat forward placing his elbows on his knees, interlacing his fingers and resting his chin on them. He closed his eyes for a moment then opened them slowly, "Helga, when was the last time you spoke with any of your friends?"
Helga looked a little confused by his question, "Um, about two weeks ago or so."
"Have you kept in contact with them on a fair amount over the years?" he asked, yet another strange question.
"Yes, I call and message them via the secure line that you requested I use." She really wanted him to just get to the point now, it seemed like he was just beating around the bush.
"How much do they know…about you?" he asked, now looking at her.
"Well, they just know that I took up a partnership in the city with law enforcement officials. Nothing more really, I told them most of what I do is classified." She answered honestly. "What are you getting at?"
"We have been successful so far in hiding your past from unwanted eyes and ears. I was thinking, that after what has happened recently, you should go home and spend time with your friends. It would be good for you to see them I think, and you talk about it a lot." Helga's eyes went wide, she was really surprised at what she was hearing.
Simon noticed her look and chuckled a bit, "Yes we do listen to your rambling, even when you think we aren't. This would be your chance to catch up with old friends, but in the meantime it is great for us as we can plan a future place for you to go. Somewhere those unwanted eyes and ears won't expect. Isaac and Samuel will rotate their time out there with you so that one can help me organize another plan. No exceptions, I want someone out there in case you need help, understood?"
Helga could just nod her head, she was still shocked that this was an option for her. Yes she kept in touch with most of everyone in Hillwood, but no one knew the truth about her and what she has really been up to the last 5 years.
"Ok. Do not worry about any of your belongings for now. Room and board have already been set up for you there as well as funds to buy whatever personal items you will need." Simon said as he stood from where he was sitting. He walked over to Helga and placed his hands on her shoulders, his eyes meeting hers, "We will make sure that you are safe, you have my word." He said before pulling her into a tight embrace.
As Simon stepped back from Helga she couldn't help but laugh, "Well looks like my friends are in for one hell of an awakening…..I'm going to Hillwood." Helga's gaze went to the floor as she thought about seeing everyone again. Sure she spoke with most of everyone as much as she could, shared pictures, and was caught up on everyone's lives as much as possible. She knew pretty much everything about them, but her friends knew absolutely nothing about the secret she was keeping from them.
Helga let a smile play on her face, "Ok. Let's get going then."
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