So this is my first Skulduggery Pleasant fanfic, so probably won't be that great, but please R&R :D I also dont own any characters or songs sadly *sobs*...

Lyrics- Girl Put Your Records On by Corinne Bailey Rae.

Think Again

Val POV-

I danced down the corridor, of Gordon's (although it had technically became mine last year) house. The summer day outside seeped through the many windows that lined the mansion, causing a smile to spread across my face. I felt on top of the world, like nothing could knock me down from my sunny mood. I began to hum, and then lyrics floated across my mind, and somehow I ended up singing. "Three little birds, sat by my window, and they told me I dont need to worry," as I went through the verse, I became bolder, "summer came like cinnamon, so sweet. Little girls' double-dutch on the concrete." I spin around the kitchen, fixing myself up a coffee, oblivious to everything else, including the buzz of voices that came from the living room.

"You really should start singing more often," a velvet voice came from behind me. I turn to see Skulduggery standing there, lent against the door frame.

I felt the blush creep up and over my cheeks. "Oh... um, I didn't realise anyone else was here." I had a very sudden interest in my steaming cup that I held to my chest.

"Dont worry. I stayed over last night talking to Echo Gordon about the case."

"You were talking to my dead uncle about Lava Lizards?" I sceptically raised an eyebrow.

"Yeah, well, when you say it like that, it does sound kind of strange. But yes, yes we were. I thought he might know something." He started walking back to the living room; I followed behind him, where I was greeted by a chorus of good mornings. I stared at the group of people who were occupying the couches. Ghastly, Tanith and Fletcher, I was fine with them, they basically lived here anyway. Bliss, Erskine, Wreath, China... not so much.

I mumbled a good morning, quickly glancing down at what I had on; short shorts that were covered by the jersey top that my dad had got my for Christmas last year. I felt the retreating blush burn brighter than ever. Well, it could have been worse.

"Hey Val, we were just discussing you." Tanith said from where she was curled in Ghastly's arms.

"Oh... were you?" I couldn't decide whether to be happy or worried. So I chose scared.

"Yeah, we heard you singing, you're good."

"Better than Skul, which is an accomplishment." Bliss chipped in, which gains a disgruntled growl from Skulduggery.

"Anyway, we thought that we could put a show on, a performance of sorts. Invite sanctuary officials from across the globe; gain us some support and respect." Erskine says in his calm voice. "So would you be in?"

I think this through in my head. Hmm... singing, in front of everyone... What to say? I just keep my mouth shut. Actions always speak louder than words. I turn and make my way up the stairs to get changed into my protective clothing. Only when I'm half way to the second floor landing do I say anything. "Think again, Erskine."

I leave behind muffled laughs and a very egoistic "Told you so," from Skulduggery.

I think they got the message, at least.

I know it isn't that good, but please review! I'll try and update soon :) Sorry for any mistakes!