A/N: Yo, guys, what's up? I saw that new Predators movie today. It. Was. AWESOME. Man, it's about people being taken to this otherworldly preserve and being killed off one by one by Predator-aliens. Again: It. Was. AWESOME. Some reviews I've been getting have said that they're excited to see Raven and Holly get together again, others have been wondering just what Oogie's planning for Raven, as well as just how Raven can control people. Well, today's the day that you'll kind out. Enjoy!

The Jack-O-Lanturn sun rose the next morning. When the sunbeams broke through the curtains and touched Raven's face, she opened her eyes and smiled. "Ah," she sighed, stretching. "Another day, another great day with my new Mom and Dad. What should I wear today, I wonder," she said, rising from her bed and prancing toward her closet. She threw open the wardrobe door, and smiled. Inside, were all mannar of new, freshy-sewn dresses that Sally had made just the night before. She scanned her selections for a moment, and popped up. "I know, this one!" She reached out and grabbed a dress, with stripes and a collar similar to Jack's suit.

Sally oppened the door just as Raven finished putting the final touches on her outfit. As she was putting on her favorite necklace, Sally spoke. "Raven, you look lovely in that dress. But," she lamented. "There's something missing." Raven turned to Sally, then back to the mirror, pondering. Then, Sally snapped her fingers. "Oh, of course!" She reached into her pocket and pulled out a bat-shaped bow. Raven's eyes gleamed, and she ran over. She hugged Sally really tight, and then said happily, "Thank you, Mom, thank you! It's perfect!" Sally hesitated for a moment, a little surprised by the salutation. But, she returned the embrace just the same. "You're welcome, Raven."

Meanwhile, downstairs, Oogie, disguised as Barrel, listened in on Holly and Jack. They were talking about Raven. "She's a vegan," said Holly, nervously. "Since she can control animals, she doesn't eat meat, or anything else animal-made." Jack shook his head and took a drink of his pumpkin-spiced coffee. "There is something I have to ask you, Holly. I don't mean to pry, but, just how does Raven control people? I'd rather not have anything like that happen in our town." Holly looked down, and sighed. "You see, Jack, it really is hard for her. Whenever she becomes upset or angry, her eyes turn completely black. If anyone so much as glances into her eyes at that time, they become her puppet - it's happened only once or twice."

Jack began to think. With a start, he said, "Holly, I understand what you and your sister have been through. Before your death, you were taunted and mocked, hurt and frightened. You had powers no one understood; but here, we understand you. That's why I'm asking you to consider my offer - be my daughter, and your sister, too." Holly looked up at him in complete shock. He understands me, she thought. For all her life, she had been living in fear; fear of her father, fear of the people around her, fear of her very own capabilities. "What do we have to do?" Holly asked, looking directly into the space where Jack's eyes would be. He sighed. "I knew you were going to ask that, so here it is: all you and your sister have to do, is release the memories you have of your past. The council will transform you into something more suitable for life here." Holly was speechless for a moment. After a moment, she finally spoke: "Jack, I accept your proposition. I want to be rid of these memories - for both myself and my sister."

Suddenly, they heard footsteps, and turned their heads to the door. Raven and Sally walked into the dining room, and stopped dead. Raven looked at Holly, and Holly looked at Raven. Between them was silence. Then, Raven began to tear up, and stuttered, "Holly? Is that... is that really you?" Holly smiled, also beginning to cry. "Yes, Raven, it's me." The two ran forward, and embraced eachother dearly. Meanwhile, Oogie hatched a plan. "Today," he said silently to himself. "I will lure Raven into my casino. Once there, I'll use her own powers against her - and soon, Halloween Town will be under my control!"

A/N: There, another chapter - and a darn good'un at that! Just how is Oogie gonna use Raven's powers against her? Find out next time!