A/N: Sorry I missed the deadline guys but I promise I'm working hard to make this story awesome all the way through. Also I wanna give a quick S/O to some fellow writers who I think are awesome. KateyBee42 has stuck with me so far and I appreciate her feedback (I appreciate ALL feedback really lol). You guys should check her story out, its called "Power Surge" and it starts out great and hilarious so you won't ever be bored. Also another good friend is Schweetpea1870 and she also has a really charming and hilarious story called "From Uncle Reezy, to Daddy Reezy" (sequel to "Babysitting With Uncle Reezy" so read this one first!)

Anyways guys I hope you enjoy the story and specifically this chapter lol


Thursday 12:32 P.M.

Riley had so many thoughts racing through his head. He thought they might go away after resting the entire evening after he got home from school yesterday. A lot of them appeared for seconds and then vanished like details of a dream he just couldn't seem to remember. He had his lunch which consisted of hamburger helper, green beans, an apple, and a carton of strawberry milk. He located Jazmine sitting at a table with Caesar and Hiro. He set his tray down and plopped down beside her.

"What's good y'all?" He opened his milk and began downing it. They all responded shallow and Caesar just stared at him.

"So...you alright?" Caesar raised an eyebrow.

"I feel great." He said without looking away from his food. He dug into his green beans and when he looked up, he noticed everyone staring at him. "What?"

"You don't remember what happened yesterday?" Hiro asked after about 3 seconds of silence.

"I woke up and you were all standing over me." He said without looking up.

"What about before that?" Caesar asked.

"Grandad was shot." He looked up at Caesar and frowned. Jazmine just stopped and focused on Riley.

"Look at me. Anything?" Jazmine commented.

"Is something supposed to happen?"

"So...you don't remember what happened the other night? You don't remember what you told me?" She waited for his answer. He set his fork down and raised an eyebrow towards her.

"I'm sorry but I don't remember. Was it important?"

"...no, it wasn't." She gave a half smile, although she figured this was good news. Now that he doesn't remember his confession they can go back to being friends without the awkwardness. So why wasn't she satisfied, she asked herself. Did she like the feeling of someone caring about her as much as he claimed to before? Of course everyone wants that but not from one of their best friends, right? She knew that she should be grateful for his recent memory loss but honestly, she wasn't.

"If I can get my memory back then everything will be fine right?" He figured.

"Right. That reminds me, tomorrow is the masquerade and I still have your ticket so come with me to my locker and I'll give it to you."

"I'm not going to a freaky mask party." Riley shook his empty milk carton. "You gonna finish your strawberry milk?"

"Riley you already agreed to come, you can't back out now!" She crossed her arms.

"I did? Why the hell would I do that?" He started reaching for her milk and she popped his hand.

"Cause I'm your bestest friend in the whole world!" She exclaimed. 'Or maybe you just can't say no to someone you're in love with.' She wondered to herself.

"Fine, but I'm bringing a joint just to let you know."

"Whatever you say, just make sure you be there." She poked his chest.

"So everybody's happy now? This is why I go back to New York every summer, I need time away from you people." Caesar just chuckled, picked up his tray, and walked away. The lunch bell rang and they all headed back to class. Riley walked with Jazmine since their classes were near each other. Jazmine's boyfriend grabbed her from behind and she jumped.

"Oh my god, Brenden don't do that!" He chuckled and defensively threw his hands up.

"I'm sorry, I couldn't resist!" He turned to face Riley. "What's up 'has been'?" Riley just bawled his fist up.

"Brenden!" Jazmine pushed him.

"Easy babe, I'm just messing with him. We always do that, right Reez?" He grinned at Riley. Riley just sighed and kept his composure.

"Right." He watched them hug and he wasn't sure why but it felt like he was being stabbed in the chest. As soon as Brenden left he grabbed Jazmine by her arm and pulled her close.

"What the hell was that? You dating that guy?" She pulled her arm back.

"Yea I am. I really like him." She kept walking down the hall.

"That guy is nothing but trouble. You need to drop him, fast!" He followed her.

"Don't ruin this for me. I haven't had a boyfriend since sophomore year."

"Wait until college cause I know guys like him. He'll use you and once he's done, you just anotha name in the book."

"I don't tell you what to do with all the ho's you talk to."

"That's because I don't have any!" He explained.

"I am NOT having this talk with you again. We're gonna be late so get to class."

"Again? Wait, what!?" She walked past him and into her classroom. He just sighed with defeat and walked into his own classroom.


Thursday 3:55 P.M.

Riley had just finished texting Huey. He let him know that he would be busy the rest of the day and to not bother looking for him. He put his phone up and stepping into view meters away, was Brenden. Riley decided he was going to follow him and find some dirt so he could get this guy out of his life. As long as Jazmine liked him, he would constantly have to see Brenden. He could just stop seeing her altogether if Brenden got too serious. But Riley actually enjoyed her company, though he would never admit it out loud. He enjoyed her positive attitude and overall optimism. Jazmine could always find some way to cheer him up and that's not something to just give up right? Your friends are supposed to make you feel better so he would just have to deal with Brenden himself because he wouldn't let her go.

"You coming to practice?" Brenden was speaking with one of his teammates near the front of the schools' back entrance. Riley leaned against the other side of a wall?

"Nah I'm going to the mall." Brenden responded.

"What for?" The tall one said.

"You know, because of the thing." Brenden spoke as he looked around defensively.

"Right, I remember."

Riley backed away and left for the bus stop.


Thursday 4:00 P.M.

Huey locked Dorothy and walked across the parking lot into the mall. He had been following Ming ever since he decided to give Riley some space for now. He figured he might be able to pick up another clue. He entered the main lobby and scanned the area. He spotted her all the way at the end as she was turning the corner. He rushed through the crowd and made sure he wasn't attracting attention along the way. When he turned the corner she was no where in sight. He walked into the center of the crowded area. He first looked at the few women stores around him. He then eyed the second floor and caught her face in the crowd walking away from him. He rushed towards the escalators and ascended it with haste. He followed her down the corridor and into the food court. He had lost sight of her and decided to sit at a table. He scanned each restaurant for her but she was no where to be found. As he was looking he noticed a body behind him but before he could react they sat down right beside him.

"If I didn't know any better, I'd say you were following me." Ming sat there with her legs and arms crossed. She wore a long red Chinese dress with an intricate web of designs.

"Must've been a coincidence because I wasnt." He spoke without looking at her. 'No one's ever snuck up on me like that before.'

"Or maybe you're my guardian angel? I definitely don't mind if you follow me around." She gripped his hand in hers. He looked at her and sighed.

"I'm flattered but I was already here. I saw you and wanted to see if you were busy, maybe we grab something to eat?" He laid it out smooth and waited for her to respond.

"I wish I could Huey but I'm actually headed to a meeting right now. Rain check!" She exclaimed before giving him a quick peck on his cheek and walking away. Huey mentally sighed in relief. He noticed a familiar set of cornrows at a table with his face covered. He walked over and sat down next to Riley.

"I thought you were going to be busy today. But here I find you exactly where I found Ming. Coincidence?" Riley looked up with a blank face.

"That's all it is nigga; coincidence." Riley looked past Huey and Huey followed his eyes. He looked into a clothing store but didn't recognize anyone. Huey looked back at Riley and stared at him for several seconds. Riley looked back at Huey and immediately the spot where he bumped his head ached. He just covered the spot with his left hand.

"Ok well why don't you tell me what was so important that you had to rush here to the food court?"

"Look, Huey it's not-"

"Hey guys." Jazmine was standing next to their table with her hands on her hips. "What are you doing here?" She smiled at Riley and didn't even bother looking at Huey.

"We ummm...we came here to...shop." Riley said after thinking up a believable excuse.

"Really? You're here to shop?" She asked with a hint of sarcasm.

"Yea for the uhhhh...", Riley looked around until he saw Huey and pleaded with his eyes. Huey just sighed and right on queue he bluffed.

"We came to buy suits for the ball." Huey plainly stated.

"We came...to buy suits for the ball." Riley repeated slowly before crossing his arms.

"..." The longer she didn't respond, the harder Riley fake smiled.

"...I'll help!" She almost jumped for joy. She pulled Riley along and Huey just followed. Before they left the food court Huey took a peek back into the clothing store Riley was spying on.


Thursday 4:41 P.M.

Cindy didn't bother going to school. She couldn't, not after what happened last night. Her parents had another fight but this one was the worst yet. Her father had gone too far and assaulted Cindy's mom. They kicked him out and Cindy's mom cried all night. Cindy was through with crying and now she just wanted to get wasted and forget. She downed the rest of her bottle of vodka and passed out on her floor.


Thursday 4:56 P.M.

Riley and Huey both came out of separate fitting rooms. Huey wore a blue suit and Riley sported a black and red suit. Jazmine clapped her hands together with haste.

"I love it!"

Riley smirked and pointed at Huey.

"You look gay."

"That's why your bow tie is upside down." Huey smirked just as condescending back at him. Riley tried to look at it but couldn't. Jazmine had to cover her mouth to hide her laughter. Huey noticed and gave her a warm smile. She just rolled her eyes before hiding her smile. She walked up to Riley and fixed his bow.

"Looking sharp baby brother." She teased as she grabbed his cheek. He pushed her hand away with a smirk.

"Yea yea, whatever."

They just laughed and tried suits on for another 45 minutes. Everything was going pretty good until the arrival of a certain football player.

"What's up babe!" Brenden grabbed her from behind causing her to scream.

"Oh my god! What are you doing here?" She laughed.

Huey noticed Riley's body shift and his jaw locked in place. Rileys' brows furrowed deeper as his anger rose. He didn't know why Riley was getting upset but he figured it had something to do with this guy.

"I was just checking out that new clothing store and noticed you over here."

Huey frowned slightly more when he realized that he was who Riley was stalking.

"I'm just helping the guys find a suit for the party."

"Oh that's great but uhh...isn't this party a little different than what you boys are used to. No drugs or strippers here haha!"

"Actually masquerade balls were a feature of the Carnival season in the 15th century, and involved increasingly elaborate allegorical royal entries, pageants and triumphal processions celebrating marriages and other dynastic events of late medieval court life. So technically, you shouldn't be going either." Huey said nonchalantly as he locked eyes with Brenden.

"Yea, unless you gonna marry her. Maybe you should just stay home and count yo parents money." Riley included before throwing his infamous sharp toothed grin at him.

"Ok guys! Do you have to do this every time?" Jazmine threw her hands up.

"Relax babe, I'm leaving right now." He gave her a quick kiss on the cheek. "See you tomorrow." As he was leaving he locked eyes with Riley for a second.

Riley knew they had gotten to Brenden but he knew how to get at Riley as well. That kiss made Riley's blood boil. He wasn't exactly sure why it bothered him to this degree but it just didn't feel right. Why was his heart beating so fast and why was he so close to jumping on the guy? Brenden pointed at Riley.

"Didn't I see you at the food court earlier? You must have gotten here at the same time as me, weird." He finally walked away after shrugging off his own comment. Jazmine waited for him to leave before whipping her head back to Riley.

"You were spying on him!" She halfway yelled, halfway whispered.

"No...I was enjoying some good ass Golden Chick, which so happens to be across from Urban Outfitters." Riley crossed him arms defiantly.

"They are pretty good." Huey chimed in after.

"Them strips be hittin' right?" Riley elbow tapped Huey. Huey almost cracked a smile, instead he just nodded in agreement.

"Wait. How did you know he was in the Urban Outfitters?" Jazmine raised an eyebrow.

"What you talking bout' Jazmine?" He pushed his lips together to impersonate Gary Coleman.

"I can't believe you're still acting like this."

"I'm just tryna make sure you don't do nothin stupid, alright?" Riley was getting more frustrated with her.

"I'm 18 if you haven't noticed Riley! If you can't handle Brenden being my boyfriend then maybe you shouldn't come to the party because you're not my father and you're not going to tell me what to do!"

"Fine."

"Fine! Huey you can still come but only because I know Cindy wants you there!" She stomped away and Riley just growled.

"Riley what was that?" Huey prodded.

"What was what?"

"That?" Huey motioned to the spot where Jazmine was standing before she left.

"Nothing, I just hate that guy. Everytime I see him, I wanna punch something. Now he's always around Jazmine and he's always touching her like some fucking pervert." Riley took his suit off and had his regular outfit on.

"Jazmine has always been stubborn, just like you. One thing I know about Jazmine is how naive she is. All you gotta do, is pull the wool from her eyes and show her the truth."

"...What? Never mind, let's just go."

Huey paid for the suits and they headed for the exit.


Thursday 6:16 P.M.

Huey walked up to his room and checked on Riley.

"Riley I'm about to go pick up Grandad from the hospital. Riley?" He looked around until he picked up the sound of running water.

'He's in the shower so I'll just leave him a note.' He decided before leaving.

He sat down in Dorothy and looked at his phone. He wondered if he should check on Cindy since she didn't bother to show up to school.

'She's an adult, I'm sure she's fine. But then again she's been drinking lately so maybe I should just text her. I don't wanna be a bother either...shit.' He just decided not to do anything at the moment.


Thursday 6:27 P.M.

Riley sat in a fetal position as the shower rained over him. Flashes of Jazmine's face from memories he couldn't recall raced in his head. Ever since she stormed away from them he couldn't stop thinking about her. Now he was getting vivid images of them together, having fun or holding hands as if they were a couple. Although he enjoyed them, they were confusing and almost dream like. He hadn't really thought about Jazmine in that way before except whenever he got drunk or high but that doesn't count. He would do a lot of things while under the influence that he wouldn't while sober.

'Things were easier when I was a dirt bag. I did what I wanted to do and carried on my way. I never had to look over my shoulder. Somehow this has to be Wunclers fault. Thinking about him makes me mad and thinking about his grandson makes me more mad...but why? And worst of all I keep thinking about Jazmine but...I guess it could be worse right? What the hell is wrong with me?'

He stepped out and threw on some basketball shorts and a tank top. He grabbed a box from his closet and sat at his desktop. He pulled out some Marijuana and rolling papers. Gently, he spread it across and rolled it up. Riley grabbed a lighter and fired up. He needed this more than ever after the events that had transpired today. He puffed it long and slow. He looked out his window to see a not too friendly looking Jazmine locking eyes with him. She just shook her head and closed her blinds and curtain. Riley knew that he deserved that treatment after what happened today. He knew he shouldn't be interfering with her life but every time he saw Brenden it was like a hot blood boiling rage was filling him up to the brim. A few minutes later his doorbell went off.

"Hold up!" He set his joint down and began walking backwards. "I'll be back for you." He pointed at the joint and left the room.


Thursday 6:45 P.M.

Huey walked through the hospital with his hands in his pockets.

'The lady in front said room 313, so where the hell is it?' He came down a long hallway and found the room. He knocked first and opened the door.

"Boyyyy! You won't believe the kind of shit they force feeding me." Huey almost showed emotion because he was glad to see Grandad was alright.

"Grandad they kept you alive."

"Shoot, I didn't ask them too! Now let's get the hell out of here before I die from vegetable poison." Huey just shook his head and called for a nurse. When the nurse got there she gave them the rundown.

"I just need to run one last test and I need you to sign his release in the hallway."

He nodded and left the room. He walked back down the hall to the front office.

"I need Robert Freeman's release form."

The lady looked around casually while popping bubblegum.

"Must not be anymore copies. Let me get a nurse to bring one." She said with no real haste to her movement.

He heard Roberts name being called by a male nurse a few doors down the opposite hallway. The nurse waved him over and he followed. They went into a room and the door closed behind him. The nurse walked over to the fax machine and began looking through a stack of papers. Huey analyzed his surrounding for a brief second, noticing a table, an office chair, the fax machine, the nurse who was taking far longer than anticipated, and a tray of knives. That definitely raised his suspicion and awareness.

"OK here's the form. Just sign it and give it to the lady." The man had an odd face and didn't look like your typical nurse but Huey didn't judge people.

"Thank you." He turned to leave but when he tried to turn the door handle it wouldn't budge. 'Locked?'

The sound of a blade slicing the air came from Hueys' left. He threw himself in the air to dodge the surprise attack. He tucked his legs for better aerodynamics, spun around and landed on the table. He stared at the nurse as he took his scrub cap off to reveal his bald head.

'Number 7. How the hell did he know I would be here?'

This time he attacked Huey's feet but Huey was still quicker. He kicked 'Sevens' knife out of his hand and front kicked him into the opposite wall. Huey jumped down and went for the door but 'Seven' had recovered and was attacking. Huey dodged an axe kick and threw a spinning back kick to 'Sevens' ribs which landed with a crack. 'Seven' wobbled back and gripped his side.

"Sure you want to continue?" Huey stepped forward and stood in the center of the room. 'Seven' just inched forward and took a stance.

Huey lowered himself and held his hand out with an open palm. 'Seven' dashed forward with an elbow charge but Huey caught it and countered with his own elbow that knocked 'Seven' back. Huey then bounced 'Seven' off the wall with a crushing side kick. 'Seven' looked as if he was about to fall but Huey caught him. He pushed 'Seven' back on his feet and blitzed a flurry of quick snake-like strikes to finish him. Each strike attacked a nerve and the intensity shook his body back and forth. Huey once again grabbed 'Seven' before he could fall and threw him over his shoulder in judo-like fashion. 'Seven' broke through the table and struggled to get up. He lifted himself up while holding his chest. He coughed up blood as he leaned against the wall. 'Seven' picked up two long knives and pointed one at him.

"This is fucking...bullshit!" He spit more blood onto the ground in between words. "You're just a fucking kid, there's no way you got this strong without enhancements! What did you use huh? 'Ki of Demon's' pill, 'Divine Moon Water'? His breathing regulated the longer he drew his words out.

"You really think I could get either of those two here in the states?" Huey questioned as he lowered his guard.

"Then what bastard of a master taught you this kung fu!?" He demanded to know. Huey stood upright no longer guarding whatsoever.

"Why do you need that kind of information in a death match?"

"Hehe... I need to know who to fucking torture after I'm done with you." He said with animosity dripping from his tongue.

"If that's all...well you're looking at him."

"BULLSHIT! There hasn't been a self taught master since the feudal era!" 'Seven' gripped the knives tighter.

"You've seen first hand what I can do. Is that not proof or do you need another demonstration?" Huey cracked a smirk.

"You're dead!" 'Seven' rushed Huey now that he had regained some stamina back. He spun multiple times, swinging both knives in curving arcs. Huey pushed the first knife down and countered the second with a knife hand block. Huey was too quick and before 'Seven' had realized it, Huey smashed his free hand's palm into the assassins good side, breaking two ribs in the process. 'Seven' dropped both knives but refused to yell out in pain. Huey approached him and after parrying a few last minute ditch efforts of an attack; he dipped low and brought a rising palm into 'Sevens' chest. The assassin crashed into the ceiling before falling to the ground unconscious.


Thursday 6:46 P.M.

Riley opened his front door and froze. Jazmine was standing there with her hands on her hips similar to how she looked earlier when she was angry. Except she had a rather blank expression.

"Can I come in?" She spoke softly. Riley was lost. He didn't know whether to be angry or happy that she was there. He decided to keep a frown just in case.

"Sure." He let her in and followed her upstairs.

She sat down on Huey's bed and looked around. Riley quickly began picking things up off the ground, feeling a little embarrassed.

'I shouldn't have these fucking clothes on the ground. Why do I even care? It's just Jazmine here right? Oh shit, the joint!' Riley was a little stoned and forgot he left it by the window. He walked over to her with a grin.

"Sorry about that, I...", he stopped as he watched her bring the joint to her lips. He sat on his window sill and watched her carefully.

"Sometimes I just need to get this stress off of me. I never told anyone because of how much it's hated." She handed it to him and he puffed on it.

"Heh, a lil weed never hurt anyone."

"Yeah, but you know how politics work." She took the joint back and puffed some more.

"Hey, I've been thinking a lot and I need your opinion." He looked down at the floor.

"Sure."

"Should I play football?" He continued to avoid eye contact.

"Riley...", she placed a hand on his arm, "I think you should do whatever makes you happy. Whether it's playing football, or...being a hooligan." As soon as the word came out Riley looked up at her.

"Hooligan? What is this the 20s?" They both laughed.

"You know what I mean crazy. You should never give up and always follow the path you think is right."

"Well right now your being stingy with my path. Puff puff pass, you fuckin up the rotation!" He said with his best Chris tucker impression and she pushed him while laughing.

"I missed you." She spoke softly.

"I...missed you too. I'm sorry for acting the way I did, but I'll do my best to get along with Brenden...for you." He never felt his heart rush so much just from talking.

'Can't believe I'm in my feelings right now. The fuckin weed did this shit!'

"Awww thanks Riley!" She threw her arms around him and he slowly embraced her back. He inhaled her scent and flashes of her breached his mind. When she pulled back he stared at her as if he were fascinated. She almost blushed and looked away for a second.

"So..I guess I'll get ready for bed." She broke the moment.

"Yea sure. I'll walk you to the door." They exchanged a few glances as they descended the stairs. He opened the door and turned to her.

"Well...this is it I guess." She gave a small smile.

"Yea um. I'll see you when I see you." He matched her smile.

"You'll see me tomorrow punk and don't be late!" Jazmine halfway joked before grinning.

"Ok...I'll see you tomorrow." A smile crept up on Riley's mouth.

"Ok, bye." She waved before leaving.

"Bye." Riley shut the door and stood there, not knowing what he should make of the recent visions he has been getting.


Thursday 7:18 P.M.

"Yeaaaa boyyy, ima get me a nice big juicy stake and ow!" Grandad grabbed his shoulder in pain.

"Grandad you have to take it easy for awhile. You just get in bed and call me or Riley if you need anything." Huey got out and helped his grandfather in the house.

"Riley!" Huey called up to him. He could practically hear the floorboards breaking as Riley sprinted downstairs.

"Grandad!" He embraced his grandfather and they laughed.

"Heyy boy, now don't put me back in the hospital he he."

Huey slightly grinned but quickly remembered what was at stake.

"Grandad let's get you to bed but Riley, I want you to wait in the basement and check the scene." He commanded. Riley just shrugged.

"I guess nigga, that's gay." He whispered the last part.


Thursday 7:24 P.M.

Riley stood at the bottom of the stairs and peered onto the giant covered figure. He stepped down into the basement and inched his way over. The smell. The altitude. The atmosphere. The nostalgia smacking him so hard it made him nauseous. He stopped in front of the machine and ripped away the cover. An intense rush of deja vu discombobulated him. He fell forward and put his hands out to stop himself. He turned around and Huey now stood at the bottom of the stairs.


Thursday 7:28 P.M.

Huey walked down the stairs and looked out into the basement to find Riley standing still as a ghost. He wondered if Riley had gotten back to his senses as a man from the future. That was surely the biggest advantage he had for finding and saving his grandfather. Does this future Riley know Huey so well? Did he teach future Riley the forbidden art of White Lotus kung fu? With Riley's help he could finish the time machine and go back to save their mother. He decided to go the safe route and if anything went off the rails, he would simply fix it the old fashioned way.

"You uh...remember anything?" Huey gave a nod to Riley.

"Not sure...but I just had the motherfuck load of deja vu's."


A/N: This one kind of bothered me because I had so many ideas and angles I wanted to go with this chapter. I wanna say I made the right choices lol. Also I wanna say I really appreciate everyone who has stuck with me so far (Reviewers and silent readers). That being said I don't want anyone to feel obligated to write a review I honestly don't even need them. I know some writers kind of beg for them lol which isn't bad or anything so don't get me wrong, if it helps you or gives you the push to keep writing then do what you have to do. Personally I feel as long as I see ppl are checking it out, that's all I need for motivation. I'm not a professional writer so just getting the amount of reviews that I do normally is fine with me (mostly because I know I've read a few stories that I liked but didnt feel like writing a review lol). HOWEVER, I do implore ppl to speak their minds so if there's a question you need answered about the story (something confusing, not a potential spoiler lol) or maybe you just wanna critique something that's cool too. The only kind of reviews that are juuuust a tad bit annoying are the ones I see where ppl are seriously verbally begging for a certain event to happen or for two ppl to get together even if the story gives away no hints of them ever being together lmao. Anyways, thanks for being around guys and I look forward to putting the next chapter out ASAP! Give me a week maybe even less and I'll have it out for you guys, UNTIL NEXT TIME! BYE!