Alright, here's Chapter 4. Kevin takes Ben and Gwen to his secret area to rest, but Ben ends up disappearing. Gwen believes that Kevin has something to do with it. Is Kevin responsible? What happened to Ben? Read on and find out. Enjoy!

A few hours have passed. Kevin lead Ben & Gwen to his secret area. As they walked into the open cavern, they were surprised to see how spacious it was along with Kevin's things that he either owned or stole.

"Well, this is it," said Kevin

"This is where you live?" asked Gwen

"Yes, for now. I don't stay in one place for very long."

"It's like a secret base."

"Where did you get this?" asked Ben holding a video game

"None of your business!," snapped Kevin taking it away

Kevin escorted Ben and Gwen to an area where there were blankets.

"Rest here," he said

"Wait a minute, how do we know you're not going to take off while we're sleeping?" asked Ben

"Because you're in my place and I wouldn't abandon my things. Now just shut up and sleep!" said Kevin

He walked away taking his flashlight leaving Ben & Gwen in the dark. Gwen used her powers to light up the area she and Ben were in. They looked around for a bit and then grabbed the blankets to get settled.

"Gwen?" Ben asked

"What?" she replied

"I don't trust Kevin. I feel that something is up."

"I know Ben. I don't trust him either."

"How do we know he's not taking us in circles?"

"If he was taking us in circles, he wouldn't have lead us to his hideout."

"I wonder why he would take us here."

"Well, he did say I was cute. Maybe he's doing this for me."

"Oh brother. Don't make me barf."

"Just get some rest. We both need it."

"And what if Kevin betrays us while we're sound asleep?"

"I'll wake up and kick his butt. I don't think he knows that I've taken karate lessons for years."

Gwen stopped using her powers and she and Ben settled in; each wrapped up in a blanket. Gwen couldn't wait till she saw daylight again. She and Ben were in the tunnels for days that they didn't know what time of day it was. Later on, Gwen awoke to her arm being shaken.

"Go away Ben," Gwen groaned

Suddenly, her mouth was covered which surprised her. She used her powers and her light revealed Kevin kneeling over her. He had his finger against his lips telling Gwen to keep quiet. Why in the world would he wake her? She moved his hand away from her mouth.

"What do you want?" Gwen asked in a harsh whisper

"I want to show you something," Kevin whispered back

"Can't it wait? I'm trying to sleep."

"No, I want you to see something before Ben wakes up."
"Am I coming back?"

"You worry too much, now come on."

"Alright, but I'm lighting the way!"

Gwen took Kevin's flashlight and set it next to Ben. Kevin groaned as Gwen got up. They both walked together through the underground cavern having Gwen's power light the way. Within a few minutes, Kevin crawled through a small hole in the cavern wall. Gwen waited. She was beginning to feel uncomfortable.

"I can't go any further without your light. Now come on," said Kevin

Gwen sighed and followed Kevin through the small hole in the cavern. Her light bright the way to another open cavern, but it seemed darker and wetter.

"Here we are," said Kevin

"Where are we?" asked Gwen

"This is my favorite cavern. I come here sometimes to think."

"Why? It's cold, dark, and wet."

"Do you always complain?"

"Are you always this creepy?"

"Alright loud mouth, turn off your light."

"What?"

"Just trust me."

"Yeah right, like I'm going to fall for that old trick."

"It's not a trick. You need to trust me."

"You have got to be kidding."

"You think something bad is going to happen don't you?"

"Yes."

"I promise, nothing will happen. Just trust me this once."

Gwen sighed and stopped using her powers. Everything went pitch black when suddenly, the cavern ceiling began to glow. The rocks on the cavern ceiling had collected the light from Gwen's powers and was now using it like a power source. Gwen was amazed. She had never seen anything so beautiful before. It felt like she was gazing at the stars in the night sky.

"This is what I wanted you to see," said Kevin

"But why?" asked Gwen

"Thought it would make you feel better after being trapped down here for days."

"You know for a creep, you sure know how to cheer up a girl."

"And for a cute loud mouth, you sure are something."

Gwen and Kevin both blushed and turned away. They were both silent for a few moments until they looked at each other again.

"If you don't mind me asking, why are you in such a hurry to get back home?" asked Kevin

"Because my family is worried and I do miss them," replied Gwen

"At least you have a family that cares about you. Mine could care less about me."

"What do you mean?"

"Well it's none of your business, but my folks kicked me out of the house a few months ago."

"Why would they do that?"

"Because I'm a freak! They hate my power."

"I'm sorry to hear that."

"I don't want your pity. I've been doing fine on my own. I don't need a family. I don't need anybody."

"You think you're the only one who has family problems?"

"What?"

"We may have our differences Kevin and my family does care about me, but I am overshadowed by my brother."

"Your brother?"

"My parents seem to favor him more than me. Every time he gets an award from school or brings home a trophy, he gets praised for it, but when I bring home a straight A report card, all I get is a 'good job.' I'm doing everything I can to please my parents just like my brother does. Straight As, Student of the Month, main photographer of the School Yearbook Committee, but it doesn't seem good enough to my parents."

"Sounds like you're jealous."

"Jealous?"

"Yeah, but why worry about trying to please your parents? Shouldn't you only worry about yourself and what you want?"

Kevin and Gwen both became silent again and stared at each other. Their eyes locked and wouldn't break away. It felt like they were making a connection. They stood there for a few moments and then started leaning in towards each other. Kevin closed his eyes and so did Gwen. Just as they were about to touch each others lips, Gwen pulled back and covered Kevin's mouth with her hand. He quickly opened his eyes again and just looked at Gwen.

"I...I'm sorry. I just can't yet...," Gwen stuttered while blushing

"You know I became fond of you. I like you, but you don't like me do you?" asked Kevin

"Kevin...I do like you...a little...I have a crush on you...but...it's just..."

"Just what?"

"With you and Ben fighting...it's just awkward...not yet...we should wait..."

Kevin sighed as Gwen continued to blush more. She wanted to start crying. Just as tears were beginning to form in her eyes, Kevin put his hand on Gwen's shoulder.

"Come on, let's go get your stupid cousin and get out of here," he said

Gwen used her powers again and followed Kevin out of the lit up cavern. When they returned to the area where Ben was sleeping, he was missing. Gwen shined her light in different directions of the area and began to panic.

"Ben? BEN! WHERE ARE YOU!" Gwen began to scream

"He's not here. There's no point in shouting," said Kevin

Gwen's eyes suddenly widened. She turned and faced Kevin giving him the look. Kevin found it a bit terrifying.

"Alright, where is he?" asked Gwen

"Excuse me?" questioned Kevin

"Oh knock it off! Stop pretending that you don't know. Where's Ben?"

"You think I did something to him?"

"Yes! You had an opportunity!"

"In case you forgot, I was with you the whole time!"

"How do I know you don't have henchmen down here?"

"I don't have henchmen. I don't even have any friends!"

"Why doesn't that surprise me?"

"Look, I haven't done anything your stupid cousin and before you accuse me some more, look down!"

Gwen did and she noticed that the flashlight was missing too. She figured that Ben must have woken up, took Kevin's flashlight, and went looking for her.

"Where could he have gone?" asked Gwen

"Not sure. Maybe he went looking for a spot to use the bathroom," said Kevin

"I apologize for snapping at you."

"Don't worry about it loud mouth. I'm used to getting yelled at."

"Kevin, I know that this is going to sound weird, but I need you to help me find Ben."

Kevin made an expression that told Gwen that he didn't like the idea. They were quiet for a few moments until Kevin let out a sigh.

"Alright, but just this once. If your cousin wanders off again, he's on his own," he said

"Thank you," said Gwen

"Don't bother and just so you know, I'm doing this for you."

Gwen blushed as Kevin began walking though the cavern. Gwen followed continuing to light the way, but using her powers to the fullest. She wanted to make sure she could see in every part of the cavern. Meanwhile in Bellwood (at Ben's house), Sandra sat outside on the patio. Her fears and worries continued to build. It was hard for her to eat and sleep. All she could think about was Ben and Gwen. Carl came out to the patio and sat down next to Sandra.

"Don't give up hope Sandra. We will find Ben and Gwen," he said

"Why is it so difficult to find two missing children? They have been gone too long. They should have been found by now," Sandra replied

"I know. We're not going to give up the search until they're found."

"I just hope that they have food and water. Natalie and I can't help but think that they're starving."

Sandra began to sob again. Carl pulled her into a hug and started rubbing her back to calm her down. He continued to hold Sandra. He knew that she was scared and so was he. Where ever Ben and Gwen were, Carl hoped that they were safe and will soon be found. Back in the caverns, Kevin and Gwen continued to search for Ben.

"I don't understand, where is he?" asked Gwen

"If I'm lucky, far away," said Kevin

"This is no time to joke!"

"Who said I was joking?"

"Kevin!"

"Alright, calm down. Your stupid cousin is somewhere in this cavern. I don't think he would be stupid enough to go back into the tunnels."

"I know my cousin is the pain in the butt and he's not very bright, but he's still family."

"Hey, what's that?"

"What's what?"

"Dim down your light."

Gwen did and they saw a light in the distance. It looked like it was coming from a hole. Gwen made her power light brighter and headed towards the direction where they saw the light. Sure enough, they found Kevin's flashlight near a big hole. Gwen shined her power light inside the hole and sure enough, she spotted Ben. He was lying on the floor and it looked like he was asleep. This scared Gwen.

"BEN!" she cried out

Ben didn't move or respond to Gwen's call. Gwen began to climb down, but Kevin stopped her.

"What are you doing?" she asked

"You can't go down there. You may not be able to get back out," said Kevin

"So what are we supposed to do?"

"Stay here. I'll go get some ropes."

Kevin picked up his flashlight walked back through the cavern. Gwen gazed down at her unconscious cousin. Bad thoughts crossed her mind. She just hoped that Ben was okay.

"Hold on Ben. We'll get you out!" said Gwen

End of Chapter 4. Well it seemed like the only thing Kevin was up to was having Gwen all to himself. Oh Kevin, you naughty boy. Anyways, I can't help but feel that I made Kevin nice when he's supposed to be mean, but as I said before, I don't recall him ever being mean to Gwen in the series (only calling her a loud mouth). So Ben was eventually found unconscious, but is he okay and will he get out of that hole? You'll have to wait for the next chapter to find out (I should have it posted either before or after Thanksgiving).