Hi guys! Ignore what I said in the last chapter! I wrote this for all y'all and I hope you'll like it! By the way, I may forget about somethings about the series cause I haven't read the series in such a long time so if I ask anything about the series at the end, will you guys let me know? That's all I ask of you. :)

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Chapter Start

Chapter 2

The tall man, Mr. Tall, answered, "Yes?"

"Mr. Tall?" I hoped.

"Why yes, that is me. Come in. I never fully caught your name."

"Sharon. Maklove." I said hastily.

Mr. Tall nodded and motioned me to come in. I came inside hearing scraping noises and looked up. His hat was scraping against the ceiling which I found funny. But I didn't laugh. I found it humorous but I didn't laugh. Mr. Tall sat down on his bed and faced me while asking, "Why don't you take a seat?"

I looked over to find a fine seat that looked like a king could own. Wonder who this is for, I thought. Mr. Tall broke into my thoughts, "You could take that seat if you want to."

I sat stiffly and looked back at Mr. Tall. He started off with, "So what do you want to know about the Cirque Sharon?"

I thought about it for a moment and asked, "How did you find these people?"

"I come across them during my journeys going from city to city or by luck."

"Okay," I said putting that knowledge aside, "Explain to me about the people of the Cirque or whatever you call this."

"Yes, it is called a Cirque," Mr. Tall said patiently, "And the people around here are very friendly such as the boy you met earlier, Evra. And you also noticed that there are people who aren't freaks don't you?"

I nodded, "Well, they are normal people who are comfortable around the freaks who some may look like normal people also. The reason is because they looked past their appearance. However, looking back at the freaks, you can see that we have a wide variety of freaks. The generic bearded lady, a contortionist, a man who can eat about anything-"

"Wait, there's someone who can eat anything?" I asked rudely.

He nodded his head, "Yes Rhamus Twobellies. I think you two have met."

I remembered the round man who was happy to help her point to Mr. Tall's van. So that was him, I thought. "Yes," Mr. Tall continued, "we also have the snake boy, a woman with indestructible teeth, a man that can handle a dangerous spider, and much more. And once you get to actually know them, then I am sure you can get along with them fine."

I nodded and asked, "Evra told me that you guys in trouble sometimes."

"Yes, we do get reported by some people and of course, we leave as quickly as possible. It's a hassle sometimes."

I nodded again and sat there thinking. My mind drifted until I remembered when I first met these weird people, "Um, just wondering but the day you took me in, Evra said something about me," I looked up to meet his eyes, "What am I?"

Mr. Tall was silent to the question. I felt like I did something terribly wrong and sunk back into my chair submitting to my shyness. However, Mr. Tall eventually said, "I'm sorry but I don't really know. We, uh, haven't talked about Mr. Crepsley."

"Who?"

He sighed and looked out the window, "You may not believe what I am about to say but Mr. Crepsley is a vampire."

I was sitting there in confusion. Vampires don't exist. There was never any proof that vampires existed before and today. Either that or there was evidence that was burned or forgotten. I highly doubted that though. I should have believed him. I was about to speak when Mr. Tall said, "The sun is setting. Our show will start very soon. Do you mind helping?"

"Oh, okay." I said instead. I followed him out the trailer and tried to stay behind him. There were people bustling around to prepare for the show. Mr. Tall stopped and seemed to talk to someone. She caught up to him and found that Mr. Tall was talking to Evra. "I want you let Sharon help you with your work if you need it." Mr. Tall told him.

Evra nodded and looked over at her direction and smiled. I gave a small smile back. I also noticed that Mr. Tall was gone almost instantly. I looked around for the tall figure but she heard Evra talk to her, "Hey, are you listening to me?"

I looked back him and he said, "Follow me."

I did what he said and followed him to wherever he was going. He stopped in front of a woman and asked, "Do you have spare clothing for her Truska?"

The woman's friendly eyes met hers and she smiled at her. I nodded in response and followed Evra and Truska. While walking, Sharon heard distant barking coming from the front. She heard people ahead of her and exclaim at what was passing them. Evra and Truska also parted to reveal the familiar golden retriever that barked happily when he saw Sharon. "Pi!" I said happily and ran to him. He also walked towards me and sat when I bent down to hug him. Though I felt all eyes on me, I was really happy that Pi was here with me.

"Sharon?" Mr. Tall's voice resounded throughout the lot.

Pi barked at him but I shushed him saying tentatively, "Yes?"

"Who is this?"

"My...my dog." I said with dread, thinking the worst.

There was silence until Mr. Tall said, "That dog is your responsibility and if you can't take care of it, then he goes."

I looked up in surprised and saw joy? It was somewhere etched within his eyes but he turned away and walked back towards his trailer. "Well, you're lucky, I guess." Evra said to me.

The people around me went back to work and going back to their original conversations. I stood with my hand on Pi's head who was still sitting and nodded. Truska scratched Pi's chin which he enjoyed and licked her hand. I heard her laugh as Pi licked her hand. Evra also laughed and said, "Okay, let's go look for some clothes for you Sharon."

We entered a trailer and there was clothes and fabric everywhere. I saw a few sewing machines along with some unfinished projects and I bet there were more deeper down. Truska went to the back as Evra, Pi, and I were standing. I walked towards a shirt that was a simple white with a black string that crossed each other when the shirt went into a sharp v-neck. However, it was a shirt for a boy to wear. I really like it.

Truska came back with a pile clothes and mumbled something. "I'm sorry?" I said.

"She said to try those clothes on." Evra chimed in.

I looked back at him, "You know what she says?"

Evra nodded, "It's not a lot but I can understand her sometimes."

Feeling a little left out, Pi gave a bark that made Evra jump. "Pi, what is it?" I said. He whined and nudged his head under my palm. I laughed and scratched his head while telling him to stay. I walked to where Truska pointed which was where I was supposed to dress. I pulled back a drape and threw it back around. I dressed quickly because of the two's tight schedule and came out. Truska smiled and clapped her hands and Evra simply said, "Wow."

I looked over at the mirror that was placed against a wall next to a sewing machine and saw the outfit. I had to admit, I liked it. It was a white shirt with gray sleeves that ended above my elbows. My bottom was simple black shorts that had pockets in the front and the back. I remembered that I had a phone with me and looked inside the pocket of my faded jeans. I took it out and clicked a button on the side. Nothing showed. It was dead. Evra looked and what I was doing and took the phone from my grasp. "Hey!" I said.

"I'm sorry but I don't think you can haul this around. No one really does actually." Evra said avoiding my hands to grab back my phone. I groaned frustratingly and stopped. Truska said something but Evra said, "No I won't give it back to her. I'll give this to Mr. Tall."

Truska mumbled something else that made Evra sigh and give the phone back to me while saying, "Why would you want it if it's dead?"

I didn't reply. Evra didn't push any farther and said gently, "Come and help me with my preparations why don't you?"

I nodded in response and went to help him prepare. We both tended to his snakes and cleaned their scales. For some reason, patted the snake's head and it seemed to like it. Pi sat a distance away from the giant and panted away. Once we were finished tending to Evra's snakes, we then started to help the others unpack and clean the old theatre. I wondered why they chose this but the answer was obvious enough. The chairs that were already in the theatre were old and dusty so they had to replace every single one of them. It was a pain but once that was done, I was getting to setting the stage up. I had a fun time with Evra and this other person by the name of Hans. His full name was Hans Hands which made me fall over my words after a few times. The three of us made it into a race to who can clean their side of the floor.

It was close because Hans held back. He was trying to be fair but I won by a second. The look on my face was priceless. I was happy for the first time. When I finished, I stood and jumped around laughing. Evra sat on his side panting while Hans laughed at my glee. I don't really know why I was so happy but I just was. There were many more including helping Mr. Crepsley during his performance. Evra took me to his tent to retrieve his multi-colored spider and to Mr. Tall so I could learn how to use the flute instrument. Mr. Tall taught me the communication method telepathy. I did a few tricks with Madam Octa that seemed dangerously close to me. Then we did the tricks on Mr. Tall. The first try was successful and I was completely relieved that he didn't die. It was scary but fun at the same time. I got more used to the routine and the way I communicated with Madam Octa and by the time I was brave enough to show others, the sun was setting. I looked out Mr. Tall's window looking at the reddening sky, looked back, and asked, "Mr. Tall, will I perform tonight?"

He shook his head, "Take another night to practice. However, if you feel as though you can perform tonight, then you'll replace me every night then?"

I was silent for a moment. I felt a sinking feeling in my stomach and looked down at the ground. "Will you?" Mr. Tall said.

I sighed, "No. Not tonight. Maybe tomorrow?"

He nodded and excused her from his trailer. Pi waited patiently outside and started walking next to her. People who didn't get a chance to meet me said their greetings. I was thankful that I belonged to this place. It felt like I was home. I sighed at the thought of home. I saw Gertha coming my way and she said, "Why hello Sharon. Coming to see our show?"

I smiled, "Of course. Wouldn't miss it."

"Then come hon. Stay behind the curtains though. However, get ready to have the night of your life."

I smiled at her and we made our way towards the entrance from back lot where the Cirque was settled. We walked down a gloomy hall and then we approached where the freaks were preparing for their show. She saw the wolf man in his cage growling but passive at the moment, Hans and Evra were stretching, and Rhamus was laughing with Alexander Ribs. I met the contortionist when we were walking along to continue the preparations. I started smiling with anticipation as if I was going on my own performance. Evra spotted me and grinned, "You excited?"

"Well," I said sadly, "I'm not performing. Yet."

"Aw. Oh well, I guess."

I chuckled and asked, "What you do?"

Evra laughed, "Why don't you watch the show and find out?"

I sighed dramatically but grinned afterwards, "Fine."

Mr. Tall came in and spoke, "This has been the night you all have been waiting for. Let the show begin!"

The freaks whooped and the very first, the wolf man in his cage was being rolled out onto the stage along with Mr. Tall. Looking around, there were many, MANY people. Every seat was taken and everyone was talking excitedly. I walked towards the stage also but I didn't go any further. Pi also followed me but I told him to stay where he stood and he did. Evra spoke as Mr. Tall was greeting the Wolf Man, "Go ahead. Take a look."

I looked out to find Mr. Tall still talking but was finishing up, "...And none are harmless."

One of the women that took the wolf man out and hypnotized him with some kind of pendant started speaking in a foreign accent, "You must be very quiet. The wolf man will not be able to hurt you as long as we control him, but a loud sound could wake him up, and he would be deadly!"

My stomach was already fluttering as they were walking him around the aisles. Thankfully, nothing happened that was fatal and they proceeded with the show. Alexander was next and it was an entertaining show. I laughed sometimes but not loud enough for the audience to hear. Then Rhamus but there was a break to buy gifts and goodies. I sighed and looked back to check on Pi. He was still sitting in his spot and not moving but panting. I giggled at him and saw Evra. He asked, "So how was the first few performances?"

"How can I say it? Amazing! Incredible! Breathtaking! Freaky!" I laughed as I said freaky.

Evra smiled, "Glad you're happy."

I grinned and turned back to the show. The blue hooded little people were going away and Truska was coming behind me. Before she went out, I did a thumbs up for her and grin. Truska smiled back and went to do her show. I never knew a bearded lady like Truska would exist! She could grow a beard, yes, but she can grow it back! And the best part is that her beard is indestructible. When she finished I grinned at her again saying, "You were incredible!"

Truska smiled and mumbled something. I didn't understand her but Evra came along saying, "She said thanks."

"Oh," I said kind of relieved Evra came by, "you're welcome Truska."

Next was the man Mr. Crepsley and Madam Octa. Their act seemed more amazing than when I practiced with Mr. Tall. The performance was terrifying because of the fear of the spider biting Mr. Crepsley but the thrill of the performing spider doing such tricks took everyone's breath away. When he finished, I was a little hesitant to talk to him but I said as he passed by, "You were really great Mr. Crepsley."

He stopped and looked at me. He smiled a creepy smile, "Thank you Sharon."

I tilted my head in thanks and turned my attention back to the show, pushing his creepy smile away to the back of my thoughts. Another break and they sold candies in various types. The show proceeded. Gertha passed by me and I said, "I wonder if you'll be wonder like the rest."

"Oh, you'll be wowed. Just like the rest of freaks." she replied with a smiled that showed her powerful teeth.

She demonstrated her powerful teeth by biting into four different types of steel bars and bit right through them. Then she made some volunteers try and break through her teeth but none were able to. I giggled as some were surprised at how Gertha's teeth were withstanding such intense pounding but not a single scratch was seen on her white teeth. When she came through, I said excitedly, "Your teeth are amazing! Indestructible!"

Gertha smiled, "Thank you and I'm glad that you like the show."

I grinned and saw Sive and Seersa come out and twist around each other in ways that made me think of how far they can bend. Sometimes I had to look away and hold back my gagging. I wonder when Evra will show, I thought. Mr. Tall then walked out and thanked everyone for coming. I kind of slumped because of how Mr. Tall ended everything in such a dull way. I was about to leave until I didn't see Evra anywhere. Pi was still in his spot. I turned back around to the audience because I heard gasps and screams. It was one of the snakes that Evra and I cleaned for a pretty long time since it was so long. The snake was slithering its way down the balcony towards the panicking audience. I started laughing to myself of how the people looked so scared. I found their fear to be funny. What?

My laughter eased away as I started thinking, What the? Why was I laughing at their fear? I was pretty confused for a moment. But then Evra was on the stage wearing his cloak that showed his face and hair. Whoa, how did Evra get all the way over there, I thought. He hissed while raising his arms in the air which made the cloak slid off his shoulders. It showed his whole snake body except for the fact he was wearing pants. His appearance was the finale of the show which also blew me away. This place is amazing, I thought excitedly as Mr. Tall went to hold the door for everyone to come out. for the rest of the doors, the ladies and the blue-hooded people stood at the exits and sold candies. I was amazed by the performance and wowed that freaks likes these people live in days like these. "How'd you like it?"

I turned to find Evra behind me with a shirt on this time and I said raising an eyebrow, "Um, what do think?"

He started laughing, "Amazing?"

I started laughing along with him. Pi stood from his spot and walked to me. He rubbed his head against my palm that meant he wanted to be petted. "I wouldn't forget about you Pi. How dare you think that?" But I hugged him around his neck gently. I looked at Evra who was looking at Pi and asked, "Do you want to pet him?"

He was tentative, reaching his hand out to touch Pi's head. When he made contact, Pi did nothing and Evra slowly went back and forth. He started smiling and started scratching his head which made Pi close his eyes in pleasure. I smiled and stood to walk back out. Evra and I walked out with Pi by side so that we can catch some sleep. The show went on like that for about a week until Saturday. That's when he came along with his insane friend.

Chapter End

Oh my goodness, when will Darren show up? Soon my readers, soon. Soon as I mean in the next chapter. :P I hope that you all will be patient for the next installment. So Sharon already feels at home with the Cirque. And what about Mr. Tall? Something seems weird about him whenever he sees Sharon. What is it? Please read further into the story! :D

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In the next chapter, he'll show up this time, I'm sure of it. :)