Chapter Three

I woke up early the next morning around six. Today should be a fun day, hanging out with the family and everything. That always brought me happiness.

I checked my phone which was almost dead. Crap. I forgot to charge last night. I put it on the charge and then checked to see if Embry had answered me from last night, he didn't.

Something was wrong.

Oh well. I would find out tomorrow. I mean we did have to go to school so I could find out what had happened to him.

Even though it was only six I wanted to be ready early. I went straight to the bathroom to take a shower. I could hear my parents so I knew that they were downstairs talking amongst themselves. After about a good forty-five minute shower I looked myself in the mirror.

My towel was wrapped around my body tight and my hair was dripping wet. I had washed it. I smelt like watermelon. Good.

Shuffling into my room I saw mom coming upstairs. "Hurry and go get dressed."

"What time is it?" I wondered standing in front of my door.

"Time to leave soon," mom said walking into Alexa's room. I noticed she was all dressed ready to leave. Dad must've told her where we were going.

I hurried into my room and changed quickly. I picked out a striped gray and white long sleeve shirt, V-Neck. White skinny jeans to match so I had to be careful not to get them dirty and short Sand UGGS. My white scarf went along with it nicely.

I walked back out of my bedroom into the bathroom. Mom was in there helping Alexa brush her teeth and wash her face. I smiled and did the same before taking the comb and going through my hair with it. After awhile I left it alone and put in my headband leaving a bump at the top of my hair.

"You look pretty Alexis," mom said smiling at me.

"Thanks mom," I smiled.

From downstairs dad yelled, "Ready yet?"

Mom and I laughed, it was still early. "Oh I have to get my bag and stuff can you finish her hair?" Mom asked. I nodded. Before mom was out of the bathroom she spoke, "Bring her in the car when your done."

I smiled and nodded. Alexa was quite and still tired I could see that. Her hair was braided from last night. I guessed she had asked mom to do it. I undid the two braids and let her hair fall, it was curly. I smiled and took a side twisting it before clipping it in. Alexa looked herself in the mirror and smiled. I picked her up from sitting on the sink counter and walked into my room getting my stuff.

I put my jacket on and grabbed my pocketbook putting my phone inside. Alexa's jacket was downstairs. I helped her walk downstairs before I helped her in her jacket. Dad was in the car and said mom was getting something for the trip. I nodded buckling Alexa in.

When mom came into the car we started off to Seattle. It was a quite car ride. "So dad where are we going?" I asked.

Even though I wasn't looking at dad I knew he was smirking. "You'll see."

"Pwease," Alexa said.

"Oh don't do this to me you know I can't resist the please," dad joked which only made everyone laugh.

Alexa and I kept trying but dad still wouldn't give up. After awhile of driving around we hit forks. Dad pulled up to a small shop where they were selling breakfast.

We all went inside, Alexa walked her small hand in dad's big one. We sat a small table and dad went to order us all bagels. He soon came back with four different bagels that had cream cheese. He left again and this time came back with napkins and four bottles that read Grape Juice.

We ate with dad and mom talking about work at the hospital. Alexa would occasionally play with my fingers or just look around. She had finished her bagel quickly. I could see that she was still tired though.

"Ready?" Dad asked after awhile.

I nodded taking Alexa's hand. We walked back to the car and I put her inside again. She fell asleep after awhile. I was a little tired myself.

Before I dozed off I grabbed my phone and sent Embry a quick text message that read:

Embry, are you okay? I'm not in town right now but text me as soon as you can. I'm worried. I love you, so much.- Alexis.

I turned my phone off and stared out of the window. Alexa's light snores were relaxing to hear in a way I guess. I shut my eyes and leaned my head against the window. What was going on?

"Are you okay?" My dad suddenly asked.

I got a off feeling now that he had been watching me. I just nodded. "Fine. Just worried about Embry."

I saw him tense. "Why?" He wondered.

"He's not answering, I feel like something's wrong. I don't know. I just have a off feeling about this or whatever is going on."

Dad didn't answer at first focusing on the road. I could see him glance at mom now and then and then he finally spoke. "I'm sure he's fine. You look tired, you just take a nap."

I didn't respond. Just nodded resting my head against the window again and leaning back in my seat trying to somewhat get comfortable.

Eventually after what seemed like forever I fell asleep. Thankfully. I need a break from the world. I just needed to be at peace.

I dreamed of Embry and I. It was around two weeks ago and we had hung out at my house. Just us two. Of course nothing happened. Actually it was the best time me and him had probably had. He was chasing me around my house after we decided to play hide and go seek.

He wouldn't have found me if I wouldn't of coughed out loud after he went past my hiding place. In my defense I was trying to hold it in until he was far enough away so I could run. Anyway he saw me and I ran but of course he caught me.

I was still in my dream moment when I was awaken by someone shaking me. My eyes snapped open after a little bit to see my dad's eyes boring into mine. I smiled.

"We're here." He spoke.

I nodded closing my eyes and then rubbing them. I looked to see Alexa peering out of the window looking at the mall. I smiled and got her out of her car-seat attaching her to my hip even though I was sitting.

"So your mother and I are both extremely proud of you," dad told me.

I smiled, "Thank you, but why?"

"Your a good teenager Alexis. Good grades and everything. So consider this a shopping spree." I squealed. Yes. Shopping. Loving this already.

"So," dad reached into his pocket and took out his wallet. He handed me cash and I grinned even though I hadn't looked to see how much it was, "Have fun. Your mother, Alexa and I will be around. Meet us at the food court around one."

"Can I take Alexa with me?" I wondered.

Dad shrugged, "Sure."

"Okay bye dad," I got out of the car closing the door and walking into the mall. This was going to be fun.

"Can I walk?" Alexa asked.

I nodded and set her on her feet but holding her hand.

We headed into the first store we saw, Justice. This was going to be fun, I could already tell. I let this take over my mind though instead of the worry I had for Embry. It was working so far.

By the time we went to lunch I didn't have that much bags. Only because we had seen mom and dad after a few stores and they took the load we had. I guessed they put them in the car but oh well.

Alexa and I had went into Justice, American Eagle, Hollister, Charlotte Russe, Victoria's Secret and other stores including Bed Bath & Body.

At lunch we had Pizza. Dad suggested that we leave because there was school the next day, well for me anyway. Before we left I told mom and dad that I had promised Alexa she could go on the bouncy thing they had.

We laughed as she jumped and took pictures before departing. On the car ride dad was talking to mom about some meeting he had with the Elders. Well of course he would be there. That wasn't surprising. Dad was very involved and part of the council.

Other than that it was a silent ride. I debated weather to text Embry again or not but went against it. He would talk to me when he wanted to. I could only hope I didn't upset him or do anything wrong.

Embry.

I just wanted to know what was wrong. I had a bad feeling about whatever was going on. I mean it was just that something was wrong. I knew there was.

"Alexis sweetie," mom called.

"Yes."

I knew she was looking at me because from the corner of my eye I could see her figure turned to me from the seat but I didn't return her gaze.

"We're almost home. Can you take Alexa to her room and put on her pajamas and put on a movie for her. Your father and I will lay down your stuff in your room."

"No problem mom," I smiled.

There was silence after that until we pulled up to our house. I got Alexa liked mom and grabbed stuff that was in the back seat. Dad gave me the key to open the door.

Once inside I ran upstairs and dropped of my stuff in my room and then headed into Alexa's room. I changed her into her Sponge Bob Pajamas which was a shirt and bottom before taking her into the bathroom and brushing her teeth, washing her face and stuff. I put her hair in a french braid when I was done.

"What movie would you like?" I asked.

"Scooby doo," she kid yelled. I smiled. That was a change but it was a good movie.

Mom came in after a little and I returned to my room to find dad sitting on my bed. He was waiting for me. I knew he was.

"What's wrong dad?" I wondered.

"Nothing, I just want you to know something." He was using his dead serious voice.

"I'm all ears."

"Things are going to change. I'm not sure for the better or for the worse, I can only hope the better but I want you to know that none of this is your fault."

"Why do I get the feeling whatever your talking about has something to do with Embry."

"It does. I can't say much though." Dad kissed my forehead and gave me a hug before leaving. I stood there for a few moments.

I was so confused.

I put everything away that I had bought. I was shocked to still have room in my closet. Before dressing for bed I made sure everything was done, all my homework and took another shower.

I felt like I was washing away all the pain and worry I now felt. It made me feel better. I changed into a plain long sleeve shirt for bed and shorts. My hair went into a french braid like Alexa's and I headed to bed.

I hoped tomorrow I would see him. Embry.