YES! I made it into the update schedule (barely) Right now it's 8:55 on Sunday, so technically I did update in time.

I actually think that this chapter could have been better, but writers block hit me hard, and towards the end of this chapter I started to get impatient and sick, so I am sorry if it seems a little rushed :)

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Disclaimer (Cuz I forgot it last time ;p) : I don't own Gravity Falls, only the plot of this story and the OC's


Chapter 4: The Mystery Shack

Okay, I'll admit it- my plan was stupid.

How was I supposed to get to the Mystery Shack without any directions. It was nice at first- just walking around and having fun, but then I realised I was lost somewhere in the middle of Gravity Falls Forest!

"C'mon", I said to myself.

I looked up and realised the sun was no longer high in the sky, but was now slowly sinking like water running down a drain. The only good thing about the sunset was the beautiful colours and patterns it painted in the sky. Stripes of purples, pinks, oranges and blues spread across the horizon, creating a mystical- almost fairy tale like atmosphere. But it wasn't just the sky that made this sunset so beautiful, it was the animals too. Birds of all kinds were swooping through the sky and many woodland creatures such as squirrels and badgers were heading towards their woodland homes .It truly was a stunning evening.

Yet even though it was beautiful, it didn't help put my mind at ease. I knew that once the sun finished its last act, the moon would take over and the cold, inky darkness of the night would fall over this small sleepy town and its encircling forest. Once that happened I surely wouldn't be able to navigate my way to anywhere..

Walking forwards, I spotted something that made me smile.

In front of me was a sign saying:

What is the Mystery Shack?

This was it.

Smiling widely, I followed the sign, which lead me to another sign. This new sign said:

We put the fun in no refunds!

I scoffed. That was so cheesy, but I followed the sign anyway.

Each sign I followed just led me to another one.

Who, what, where, why, when is the Mystery Shack?

Visit the world famous Mystery Shack!

What is the Sascrotch? Find out at the Mystery Shack!

I followed all these signs hoping they would actually bring me to the Mystery Shack. And sure enough. they did but whilst doing that, I didn't notice eyes in the birch trees watching my every move…

"Well that about finishes it dudes," said a rather chubby man-child who had just lead a group of tourists out of the Mystery Shack. They were now getting into the bus that would drive them back to town. He looked around, before going inside and closing the door to the gift shop behind him.

This was it. I was finally here.

Quietly, I walked towards the door that he had just closed.

The moment I knock on this door, my whole life changes. I can still go back if I want; I mean it's not that bad at home, is it? I shook my head. Nope, it was terrible at home; my parents abused me and ridiculed me. I was not going back!

That settled it. I took a deep breath and knocked on the door.

I could hear someone walking towards the door, and mentally prepare myself for what was going to happen.

The door opened and the same man-child was there. He was wearing a suit and maroon fez; his suit jacket was open and undone, showing off his large belly. I grimaced.

"Hey girl-dude!" he waved and smiled at me- not a fake smile, but a real smile. "Why are you here, the tour just finished?"

"I- um… I- I"

He looked at me in confusion, before gasping, "You are Pacifica Northwest!"

Oh no!

"No I'm not"

"Yes you are!"

"I'm not!"

"Then why do you have the same hairstyle as her!"

Shit.

"Um… I… I…I." I sighed, "Fine, I am. Happy?"

He smiled, "Dude, I need your autograph! I'm Soos by the way"

"Look, it's really nice to meet you Soos, and I'll give you my autograph, but I just really need to speak to someone else first"

He nodded.

"Okay, I need to talk to Dipper"

And just like that his smile dropped.

"Um, girl-dude, Dipper's gone."

My eyes widened, "Oh my goodness! What happened?!"

He looked at me sadly, "You might want to sit down for this dudette"

He opened the door widely, and let me in.

The gift shop was filled with tacky, overpriced merchandise, but I didn't care- all I cared about right now was Dipper.

I followed him as he led me through the gift shop and museum, towards the dining room and kitchen. The kitchen was rather ordinary, and looked a lot like the ones in movies. By the stove was a young woman, about as old as Soos. She had blondish brownish hair and wore beige pants, a purple button up top and a purple floral apron.

"Pacifica, this is Melody, my fiancé"

Melody turned around, looked at me and smiled. "Hello dear."

I didn't smile back and instead sat down at the table; Soos and Melody both taking a seat opposite me.

"Where's Dipper?" I demanded

"He's in Piedmont," Soos replied

I stared at him astonished. "You mean he doesn't live here?"

Soos nodded, whilst Melody just stared at me sympathetically.

I could feel the tears threatening to spill. "Then what am I gonna do?!"

Melody rushed to me and gave me a hug. "Don't worry dear it's going to be alright"

I couldn't help it, as I cried into her shoulder.

"How can I escape now?! Mom and Dad are bound to find me"

Soos and Melody looked at each other in confusion.

"What happened dear?"

"Yeah girl-dude, what's up?"

I wiped my tears before telling them about my life: the abuse, neglect, Lucy, the party, my ankle- I told them everything.

"Aww you poor child"

Even Soos looked sad.

"Why don't you sit here, and Soos and I will talk," Melody said, motioning for Soos to come.

I nodded and she smiled, before taking Soos and leaving the room.

What if they don't want anything to do with me after what I've told them about my life? Or what if they take me back to my parents? Or maybe they try to sell me to my parents for money? O what if-

"Pacifica?" I looked up to see Melody and Soos.

"What?"

"We've decided, and we're gonna let you stay with us."


SolSun: Yes!

Soos: (Raises eyebrow) Why are you saying yes?

SolSun: Cuz I actually finished the chapter!

Soos: Why is that an achievement, I mean you are a writer so finishing a chapter shouldn't be that hard, right?

SolSun: (Frowns before walking of to the corner to sulk)

Soos: Uhhhh... Did I hurt her feelings a little?

SolSun: (Cries in her little corner)

Soos: Yeah, I think I hurt that little dudes feelings a bit...

Soos: Anyways review everyone!

Soos: (Walks over to SolSun to say sorry)