Life or Death
Chapter 1:
The scene is late at night in St. Carnard close up of the tower where you see a depressed 16 year old Gosalyn sitting on the ledge in black and white. The wind is blowing her hair back and she looked down at the ground.
Have you ever had a big idea to make? That you dont know what to do? Im having one of those right now. All thanks to blonde ditz named Quinn. I have to make a choice what to do. Stay dead and live with my birth parents or go back to life and be with my family. This sucks. But Im probably getting a head of my self here. Ill back up a few months ago. Gosalyn said.
Flash back to a few months ago..
Its an early morning in St. Canard at the Mallard house
Drake is knocking on the door of Gosalyns room.
Time to wake up! Drake exclaimed.
No response coming from the room and Drake took it upon himself and walked in the room. As he walked in he kept stepping and tripping over things in the room.
Ahh! Eww! What the.. He kept trailed on.
He finally reached the window and pulled the blind up and two girls groaned in the room.
It showed two beds in there, one has colorful bed and the other one is blood red and black.
Girls, wake up! Drake exclaimed.
A collective groan comes from the room and a hand comes out of the covers and zaps the blind down.
Drake mumbled to himself and walked over to the beds, pulled off the covers off a sleeping Gosalyn and next his step daughter Misty.
Ahh! The girls exclaimed.
Its youre first day of school. You dont want to be late. Drake said walking out of the room and closed the door behind him.
The girls stretched and moaned.
He is pure evil. Misty moaned.
Gosalyn yawned and stretched. Ive been saying that for years.
Misty sat up in bed and waved her hand over her body and shes dressed all ready. Shes wearing a long sleeved blood red shirt and a long black skirt, boots, she has purple highlights in her hair, black boots.
I hate you. Gosalyn grumbled at her for being ready already.
Yeah, yeah I know. Ill see you down. Misty said.
Misty walked out of the room and closed the door. Gosalyn yawned and stretched as she managed to get out of bed half asleep and rubbed her eyes.
I keep saying that school should start later in the day. She yawned.
She walked to the closet and grabbed some clothes that are in a pile of the floor.
In the kitchen
Morgana is making breakfast and their 8 year old son Hunter sitting at the table.
Hunter is a spitting image of Drake only with black and white hair and green eyes like Morgana wearing a green button down t-shirt and a black shirt under that.
Morgana hands him a plate of food which is some kind of creature and he grabs a fork and is about to eat it when it walks away.
Eat up Hunter, before it walks away. Morgana said.
Too late mom. It already is. He replied.
Morgana turned around and tried to quickly get it.
Oh no you dont! She exclaimed.
As she tried to get it, Hunter looks at his bran muffin and sticks his tongue out at it.
Looks around to see his mom is busy and gets a mischievous grin on his face. He zaps it into a double chocolate cupcake.
Now were talking! He exclaimed as he licked his lips.
Hes about to take the first bite when Drake and Misty walked in and Drake took it away from him,
Nice try Hunt. But I didnt let Gosalyn eat like that at youre age. So what makes you think that Im going to let you eat like this too.
Aww, come on dad. Mom is busy trying to catch breakfast. He said.
Too bad so sad. Chance it back. Drake said.
Hunter groaned and refutably changed it back to bran.
Blah! Happy? Hunter asked.
Very. Drake said with a smile.
Misty shook the thoughts out of her head and helped her mom catch the breakfast. She opened the window and it flew out.
Thanks Misty. Morgana said.
No problem. Misty said.
Misty grabbed a bowl and sat down at the table.
At the Muddle foots house Binki is making breakfast for her family when the creature comes flying past the window. She dropped the plates on the floor and gasped.
Herb! Herb! Come here quick! She exclaimed.
Herb and a 16 year old Honker ran into the kitchen in a hurry.
What is it? Herb asked.
I just saw some kind of flying creature with one eye flying past the window. Binki said.
Herb looked out the window and didnt see anything, Honker chuckled nervously about that.
I dont see anything. Maybe youre seeing something.
Uh.. yeah mom. Youre probably thinking too much about it. Honker said.
Binki sat down and sighed.
Maybe youre right. But I Binki trailed on.
Honker slowly backed up and took off running out of the house.
Back at the Mallard house..
Gosalyn comes walking down the stairs wearing her purple jersey with a black turtle neck under, jeans.
Drake looks up the stairs and shook his head.
Well well well.. look whose finally awake. He teased.
Gosalyn just shot him an evil look that shouts shut up or Ill kill you.
She sat down on the couch and put her multi color high-tops on.
Maybe you should eat something before you go. Drake said.
Nah, Ill just grab something on the way. She said.
Just then Honker comes walking in the house and closed the door.
Hey Honk. Gosalyn said to her boyfriend for a year.
Hey, is youre mom cooking again? He asked.
Yeah, I think
Okay, good. My mom saw it flying past the window again.
Gosalyn laughed at that.
I feel so bad for her mom. Probably thinking that shes losing her mind.
Pretty much. Honker said.
Misty and Hunter walked out of the kitchen.
You all ready? Gosalyn asked.
Yup. They replied.
They grabbed their book bags and Drake and Morgana walked out of the kitchen to say good bye to the kids.
Morgana hugged and kissed Hunter like crazy.
MOM! Hunter cried out.
Sorry. Have a good at school kids. Morgana said.
Gosalyn grabbed the keys from the table and the foursome walked out of the house.
Outside they walked to the old station wagon and Gosalyn groaned.
Man, this stinks! I get this rusted bucket of bolts while dad gets a brand new car! How is that fair? She asked as they tossed their bags in the trunk.
Its dad. What did you expect? Hes a cheapskate. Misty said.
Tell me about it. Gosalyn answered back.
They hopped in and she started it up and drove off.
Inside Drake watched as his daughter drove off and sighed. This was his greatest fears Gosalyn driving.
Every time, she starts it up. I hold my breath. He said.
Morgana laughed and hugged him tight.
Oh Drake darling, shes a good driver. You have nothing to worry about.
Drake paused and turned to her as he raised an eye brow at her.
Youve never ridden with her have you? Which is why I told her the first time she gets a ticket for anything. And I mean anything. Im taking her licenses away from her for a month! He said.
Morgana rolled her eyes at that and walked away.
Minutes later..
The kids arrived at Eldritch Academy of Enchantment to drop off Hunter.
Alright bro. Youre stopping first. Gosalyn said.
Hunter grabbed his stuff and got out and walked over to his best friends a vampire and werewolf.
See you at lunch time Hunt. Misty said from the window.
Oh thats right. Youre starting to go during half day at normal school and the rest at magic.
Yup, Im glad too. Get to spend time with my own kind. Misty said.
Gosalyn started up the car and they drove off, while Hunter and his friends walked inside the school.
They then arrived at St. Canard High School and she parked the car, took the keys out of the car. They all headed out of the car and walked inside the school.
Inside they spotted a bunch of girls picking on some girl with blonde pig tails. Playing keep away with a stuffed cat.
Keep away! Girls exclaimed.
Oh come on girls! This isnt funny! The girl cried out.
Gosalyn rolled her eyes at that and put her bag down on the ground.
Watch my stuff will ya? She asked.
Misty and Honker nodded their heads and watched as Gosalyn walked over to them.
Keep away! The girls exclaimed.
Gosalyn just walked over and grabbed the cat from them.
Oh grow up you guys! She exclaimed.
Aw, you ruined our fun Gosalyn. One girl said.
Yeah, I know. Gosalyn said.
The girls walked away and Gosalyn handed the cat back to the girl.
Here you go.
The girl gasped and hugged it tight. Oh thank you! Mr. Kitty and I are so thankful.
Misty and Honker joined them. Arent you a little old to play with stuffed dolls? Misty asked.
Hes my best friend. Isnt that Mr. Kitty? The girl said.
The threesome looked at each other and back at the girl.
Really? Gosalyn asked.
Misty made the crazy motion. Coco. She whispered.
Oh yes, Mr. Kitty and I have been friends since I can remember. Even after his untimely death. I wanted him to be with me.
Oookay. Well heres some friendly advice for ya. You might want to leave the cat at home next time. Gosalyn said.
The three some walked away from the girl.
I dont trust her. Misty said.
Yeah, well you dont trust anybody. Gosalyn said.
Still I just get a bad vibe from her. Something is deifferntly wrong with her. Misty said.
It is now lunch time and Gosalyn is in line for lunch when Misty walked up to her.
Hey sis. I need the keys. Misty said.
Gosalyn opens up her messenger bag and pulled them out.
Crash it! Then maybe dad will buy us a new car. Gosalyn said.
Misty laughed. Yeah right. It could be blow up in flames! And dad will still try to put it together and give it us.
How true.
See you after school. Misty said.
Misty walked away and Gosalyn walked back to the line when the girl ran up to her.
Hey! She exclaimed.
Gosalyn jumped little and looked at her. Who is still holding the cat.
Oh hey. She replied.
I forgot to tell you my name. Its Quinn. Quinn replied.
Gosalyn.
Gosalyn grabbed a tray and so did Quinn.
I wanted to thank you for saving Mr. Kitty for me.
Its no problem. But like I said you might want to leave the cat home from now on.
Oh I could never do that. Mr. Kitty and I go every where together.
Gosalyn just raised an eye brow at that and shook the thoughts out of her head and grabbed the pizza and a milk along with a chocalte brownie.
Wow, you got a good lunch. Quinn said.
Yeah, I have to pay extra with my own money for it. My dad is such a cheapskate. Gosalyn said.
Quinn laughed at that and as they walked into the lunch room. Honker stood up and waved to Gosalyn.
Well see ya. Gosalyn said.
Before she could walk away Quinn sighed. Can I join you for lunch? I dont have any friends yet.
Gosalyn paused and hesitated for a second.
Sure. She said.
Oh thank you.
Quinn and Gosalyn joined Honker and her two soccer friends Christy and Sara along with their boyfriends.
Hey guys, this is Quinn. Quinn this is everybody.
Hi. Mr. Kitty and I are very pleased to meet you. Quinn replied.
All of them look at her strange.
Hi. They said.
Honker pulled Gosalyn aside.
What are you doing? He whispers.
What did you want me to do? She doesnt have any friends and asked if she could join. I couldnt just say no. She whispered back.
What are you two talking about? Quinn asked as she petted the cat.
They quickly turned around and grinned.
Nothing. They replied.
Quinn was about to say something when the principal came on.
Attention class. The girls soccer team is having a meeting right now in the gym room. That is all.
Gosalyn and the girls looked at each other and gasped.
OH CRUD! I almost forgot! Gosalyn exclaimed.
I know! Christy exclaimed.
They kissed their boyfriends goodbye and grabbed their trays and headed out.
See you later guys. Gosalyn said.
Quinn looked at the guys who just kept ignoring her, while she petted the cat some more.
Hours past Gosalyn and Honker are standing by the lockers talking.
Can you believe this homework on the first day of school! Gosalyn protested.
I kind of like it. Honker said.
Gosalyn sighed and looked at him strange. Only you Honk. Who could find homework fun. Come on lets go see if Misty and Hunter are here yet.
Gosalyn closed the locker and threw her comflounge messenger bag over her shoulder and they headed for the doors.
With in seconds Quinn spotted them and called out for them.
Gosalyn! Wait! She exclaimed.
Gosalyn paused and looked back at her.
Oh hey Quinn.
They walked outside the doors and stood outside.
I was wondering if I could get a ride home with you. Quinn said.
Gosalyn and Honker looked at each other and sighed.
Oh gee, Quinn. I would love to. But the station wagon is full already. What with me, Honker, my sister and my brother. Sorry.
But we dont have.. Quinn trailed off.
Just then there was a car horn went off and sure enough it was Misty and Hunter.
Sorry Quinn. See you. Gosalyn said.
Her and Honker started to run for the car, and Misty tossed the keys to Gosalyn.
Lets blow this pop stand. Gosalyn said.
Right when they got in Quinn jumped in.
See you have room. Quinn said.
Everybody jumped a little at that.
Misty glared at her and Hunter looked at her strange.
Who the heck are you? Hunter asked.
Im Quinn and this is Mr. Kitty. You must be Hunter. You are so cute. Quinn said pinching his cheeks.
Hunters eyes turned bright red and pushed her off of him.
Want me to turn you into a yak? He asked.
Huh? Quinn asked.
Dont listen to him. Honker said.
Oh alright. Do you think I could stay with you guys for awhile after school? She asked.
Everybody looked at each other and back at her.
Were just going to go back home and do our homework. Gosalyn said.
The real reasons are because Drake is usually sleeping in his Darkwing outfit on the couch right now.
And uh.. our dad usually is sleeping right now. He works the night shift and doesnt let us have any visitors after school. Misty quickly said.
Oh, alright. Maybe some other time. Quinn said.
She grabbed Mr. Kitty and her school bag and got out of the car.
Right when she closed the door they took off.
Whats with that stuffed cat? Hunter asked.
Mr. Kitty, is her best friend apparently they go every where together. Gosalyn replied.
Shes a psycho. Misty said.
Thats a classic coming from a witch and a warlock. Gosalyn said.
Just be careful okay? Misty said.
Yes dad. Gosalyn replied.
Shortly after they arrived back at home and Hunter gets out of the car and runs inside.
Drake was sure enough sleeping on the couch, Hunter runs and jumps on top of him.
WAKE UP! Hunter exclaimed.
Drake woke up with a stat and gasped at his little son.
Hi. Drake said.
Hi dad.
Gosalyn and Misty walked in the house seconds later.
Im telling you Gos. I dont trust her.
And I keep telling you. You dont trust anybody. Gosalyn replied.
What are you two talking about? Drake asked.
Some weird girl from there school. Hunter replied.
What weird girl? Drake asked.
Its nothing dad. Gosalyn said.
I dont trust her. Misty said.
Drake looked at Misty and back at Gosalyn. Oh? Whys that?
Dad, shes harmless. Its nothing to worry about. Gosalyn said.
Drake was about to say something when the doorbell rang, Gosalyn answered it.
Drake ran to the closet so nobody would see his outfit.
Who could that be? She asked.
When she answered it, she jumped to see Quinn standing there.
Ahh! Quinn! She exclaimed.
Hi Gosalyn. Quinn said.
How did you
Mr. Kitty and I followed you from school. Didnt we Mr. Kitty. Quinn said petting Mr. Kitty.
They all looked at her strange and Drake walked out of the closet.
Ahem, found it! Oh whose this Gos? Drake asked.
Its the crazy girl from school! Hunter pointed out.
Morgana walked in and gasped at her young son. Hunter! Thats rude! She exclaimed.
But she is.. Hunter said.
Hunter thats enough! Morgana said.
Dad, this is Quinn. Shes new at school.
Nice to meet you Quinn. Drake said.
Nice to meet you too Mr. Mallard. Mr. Kitty is pleased to meet you too.
Right. Drake replied.
Uh did you want something Quinn? Cause I have homework to do before dinner and Gosalyn asked.
What are you having? Cause Im starving!! Quinn asked.
Quinn walked in the house and Gosalyn sighed and closed the door.
Would you like to join us Quinn? Why sure Id love to. Then come right in. Gosalyn mocked as she closed the door.
Dinner time and theyre sitting at the dinner table. Morgana had order pizza for dinner.
So how was youre first day of school kids? Drake asked.
It was youre typical first day of school. Mr. Bearzly is going to take the soccer team out for breakfast tomorrow. Gosalyn said while eating a slice.
Can I come?! Quinn asked.
Gosalyn looked at her and shook her head. Sorry its only for the team.
Oh. Quinn replied.
So how will we get to school? If youre leaving early? Hunter asked.
Dont worry Hunt. Chris is picking me up so that way Misty can drive to school.
So, I cant come? Quinn asked.
No, Gosalyn said.
Quinn then started to cry and everybody looked at her shocked.
Uh Quinn stop crying! Its not a big deal! Gosalyn exclaimed.
Gos, maybe the two of you should talk in the living room. Drake said.
Right. Come on Quinn. Gosalyn said.
Gosalyn and Quinn got up and Quinn bumped into Misty who got a flash of something just really quick. Couldnt get anything from it and just shook it off.
Thats odd. She thought to herself.
Gosalyn and Quinn are in the living room talking.
Why are you crying for? Its not a big deal!
You dont like me.
What? I never said that! I said that its only for the soccer team. Not my fault.
But if I join the soccer team will I be able to go?
Gosalyn shrugged. I dont know. You have to try out first.
When are the try outs?
Tomorrow afternoon why?
Bye.
Quinn raced out of the house and Gosalyn stood there with a weird look on her face.
Shes one strange person. Gosalyn said.
Drake walked in and looked at her.
Gos..
I know dad. Be careful. Gosalyn said.
To Be Continued..
Previews for the next chapter
Quinn is following Gosalyn everywhere she goes and is driving her crazy.
The cops pulled Gosalyn over and she glares at Quinn.
Drake takes her licenses away and she finally snaps at Quinn.
You are driving me nuts! I dont want anything to do with you ever again!