Hello! New chapter. I hope you like it. Also, I got a review asking about if Tris' mother will appear in the story. Evelyn will come in during later chapters but I'm still trying to figure out how Tris will react to her. Meaning that I don't know if Tris will accept her mother or will not let her back into her life.

I don't own Divergent.

Chapter 7

TRIS' POV

I've been here for about two weeks now and I'm getting tired of these white walls in this hospital room. Also, there's nothing to do in this stupid room so I can't do anything to entertain myself in this god forsaken place. However, the doctors told me that I'll be able to get out of this room in the next few days which I'm happy about. The only thing that has gotten me a little upset is I have nowhere to sleep so I don't know where to go. Marcus is in jail and I have no idea where my mother is so I'm basically going to be living on the streets.

However, Tobias has been visiting me every day and he always sits by my side, holding my hand. It's comforting to know that Tobias will be there whenever I need him. His mother visits sometimes but it's mostly Tobias. He has told me that he has a father and a brother but I haven't met them yet. Truthfully, I'm scared to meet them. I don't know how they are or if they're going to hurt me. I had my doubts with Tobias when I first met him but he turned out to be a nice guy. I don't think his brother and father will be mean since Tobias isn't a mean person but you never know.

I'm lying in bed, reading a magazine that Tobias' mother gave me, when a knock sounds at the door. I look up from the magazine to see Tobias pop his head in. "Hello."

"Hi." Tobias walks into the room and sits down in the chair next to my bed. "How are you?"

"I'm fine. I want to get out of this room though." Tobias chuckles. "You shouldn't be in here for long, Tris. Your wounds are healing so the doctors should let you out soon." That's true. Most of the wounds on my back, legs, and arms have healed and my right leg is still in a cast. They gave me crutches so I can still walk around at least. I then think about my situation I would have after I get out and I can feel my smile leave my face. "Are you all right, Tris?" Tobias asks me.

"I'm fine."

"Tris, don't lie to me. What's wrong?"

"It's just…I don't have anywhere to go after I get out of here. I have no idea where my mom is and Marcus is in jail so I'll be living on the streets."

"You won't be living on the streets."

"How do you know I won't be?"

"Because you'll be living with us."

I'm taken back by this. "Wait, what?"

"I talked with my parents and they said that you can live with us until you can get back on your feet." Tobias grabs my hand and gives it a reassuring squeeze. "I'm not letting you get adopted by another abusive family."

"So…are your parents adopting me?"

"No, but my mom has a family friend who is looking to adopt someone. My mom said that after you get back on your feet, you can meet her and see if you want to live with her or not."

"Are you sure your parents are all right with me living with you?"

"I'm positive. I told you, everything is going to be ok." Tobias gives me a smile. "You're safe now."

I then launch myself at Tobias, wrapping my arms around his neck. "Thank you." It's only a moment later when I feel Tobias' arms around me, holding me gently to him. "No problem."

Another knock sounds at the door then and we turn towards the door, separating from our hug. The door opens and James walks in. "Hello, you two. I'm just doing a quick check-up." James walks over and checks the machines and everything. "All right, if everything is ok tomorrow, then you'll be able to live the room."

I perk up. "Really?!"

"Yes. We just need to keep you here overnight and then, if everything is ok tomorrow, we'll let you go."

"I'll let my parents know so they can come over and sign the release papers for her," Tobias tells James.

"All right. Well, I leave you two here. I have to go and check my other patients." James leaves the room and I let out a huge sigh of relief. I'm so happy that I'm getting out of here.

"You seem happier," comments Tobias.

"I'm just happy that I'll be able to get out of this room."

Tobias drapes his arm around my shoulders, holding me close to him. I tense at first but slowly melt into his touch. I place my head on his shoulder and close my eyes, falling into a peaceful slumber.

The next day, James has cleared me to leave the hospital and Tobias and his mom are here with me, helping me into the car to go home. Tobias sits in the back with me while Natalie gets in the front, driving the car to the house. A few minutes pass before we arrive at the house and I realize that Tobias' house was not that far from my house. "Just so you know, Tris, my husband is at work right now so you won't meet him until later tonight," Natalie tells me. I nod my head, still unsure about meeting the brother. Tobias must sense my hesitation for he grabs my hand and gently squeezes it. I give him a small smile and follow him into the house. We walk into the house and I take my time to assess the place. The living room is nice and simple with a couch and two reclining chairs and a TV facing the furniture. There are some plants decorating the room as well as some art work lining the walls.

I hear footsteps coming closer to us so I turn my attention to the stairwell, where a young man, about my age, stands there. He is holding a book in his right hand and is wearing a blue T-shirt with jeans and sneakers. He stares at me for a minute or two before his eyes widen. "You're Marcus Eaton's daughter! I can't believe it, your face has been all over the news!" I flinch. I don't like being the center of attention and now that my face is on the news, I won't be able to get away from the media.

"Caleb!" Natalie gently scolds. "That is no way to welcome our guest."

"Sorry." Caleb walks over to me and holds out a hand. "I'm Caleb, Tobias' younger brother." I shakily lift my hand then grab it, shaking it slightly, before quickly retracting my hand back. I didn't realize I was gripping Tobias' hand tightly until I feel him trying to get his hand out of my grip. I quickly release his hand, blushing slightly. "I'm sorry," I mutter.

"It's fine, I just didn't know you have a strong grip," Tobias says, shaking his hand a little bit.

"Are you going to be coming to school with us?" asks Caleb.

"Um…"

"She will when she has some time to recover a little bit," answers Natalie. "Right now, Tris needs to relax and have some time to herself before she goes to school. And before you ask, you are still going to school, Tobias." Tobias groans and I let out a small giggle.

"Wait, will Tris be by herself?" Caleb asks.

"No, I will stay with her. I've already talked to my boss and she is letting me have some time off until Tris feels confident enough to go to school. Tobias, will you show Tris where she will be sleeping?"

"Sure. Follow me." Tobias helps me up the stairs and to a room on the right. "Here we are." He opens the door and says in a bad British accent. "After you, my lady."

I giggle. "Why thank you, kind sir." I hobble in and look around the room. There is an actual bed in the room with purple sheets and a dark purple comforter. There is a white nightstand next to the bed and above the nightstand is a window with purple drapes. There is a white dresser across from the bed and a desk right next to the dresser. I then see a closet filled with shirts, jeans, dresses, skirts, and shoes. I feel tears come to my eyes as I realize that a family that doesn't know me at all is taking care of me. I don't deserve this.

"You do deserve this," Tobias says, stepping closer to me.

"Did I say that out loud?"

"Yes, and this is what your life should be like. Going to school, making friends, and going out to go shopping or go to parties."

"I haven't done any of those things."

"Well now you will. Tomorrow, I will take you to meet my friends and I promise you that they will accept you into our little group."

I smile at him. "Thank you, for everything."

"No problem. I'll let you get settled in. If you need anything, I'll be in the room next door to you." Tobias leaves the room and I just stand there, thinking of what I should do. I go over to the bed and sit down, sinking into the soft mattress. I stretch out onto the bed and just lay there.

I didn't even realize how much time has passed before I hear Natalie call, "Dinner!" I sit up from the bed and slowly hobble towards my door. I step out, thinking if I should go down or not. I've never had a family dinner in a long time and I don't know if I will be allowed down there. "Tris?" Natalie calls again. I hear footsteps coming up the stairs and I walk to the top of the stairway to see her halfway up the stairs. "Are you hungry?"

"Am I allowed to eat with you?"

Natalie's eyes soften when I say that then she gives me a smile. "Of course, Tris. You're part of the family."

I smile and, with Natalie's help, make my way downstairs. As we get close to the kitchen, I overhear Tobias talking to someone. It must be his father because it doesn't sound like Caleb. I walk into the kitchen and see a man who looks like a copy of an older Caleb but he has Tobias' blue eyes. "Hello there," Tobias' father greets, walking over to me. I get a flash of Marcus stalking towards me and I hid behind Natalie, shaking slightly.

"It's all right, sweetie," Natalie reassures me. "Andrew won't hurt you." I peak out from behind Natalie and stare at Andrew, still nervous. I can see that his eyes aren't as cruel as Marcus' were and they are displaying...pity? I can't tell. "I'm sorry, sir," I say to him.

"Don't call me sir; it makes me feel old. You can call me Andrew. Now, why don't you come over here and sit down. We are going to be eating dinner soon."

"Ok," I reply shakily. I make my way over to the table and slowly sit down. Natalie heads over to the stove and then produces the food onto the table. There's pork with baked potatoes and corn. My stomach growls which makes me blush. "Sorry."

"Stop apologizing," Tobias gently orders. "You have nothing to be sorry for."

"Tris, could you hand me your plate?" Natalie asks, holding out her hand. I give it to her and she plies it up with two slices of pork, a baked potato, and a big serving of corn. "There, that should fill you up."

"This is for me?" Natalie nods her head. I take a bit of the pork and let the tears slid down my face. Next thing I know, I feel Natalie's arms around me, holding me in her arms. I sob silently as I feel the rest of the family engulfing me in a group hug. These tears that are running down my face aren't tears of sadness or pain; they're tears of happiness. For the first time in forever, I'm crying tears of joy.

Yeah, I know this might be a cheesy way to end this chapter. Next chapter will be about Tris meeting the gang. See you next Friday and please leave a review! :)