Chapter 12: Little Things

The next day, Amy was packing up and putting her stuff in the truck. It was time for her to head back to horizon. She only had like 6 more months to go. Sean was helping her. While they put stuff in, they talked.

"I am highly surprised that Jason turned like that. I always thought that he would NEVER betray Jake. I used to like Jason. It's weird. But I am glad that he came out and told you guys this stuff. Now he can have a chance at a real life. Get the help that he needs, and move on. What do you think Sean?" Sean shrugged his shoulders.

"I know that the detectives are happy that they can close ALOT of cases with Jason's information. Alot of women will finally get justice. And we will get ALOT of drugs off the streets, so that is one small victory." Amy nodded and finished putting her stuff in. She put the tailgate down and sat. Sean sat with her.

"I kinda wish that I knew where the detectives took Jason. It's hard not knowing, wishing I could talk to him again. But in a way I am kinda glad that I don't know. Means that I can't tell anyone and spoil Jason's chance." Sean nodded and got off the tailgate.

"I am going to go in and see what is keeping the parents. You coming?" Amy shook her head and leaned back taking in the sun. Sean understood and left her be and went inside. After he was gone, Amy picked up her journal and started to write. She wanted to get all of the details of her trip home down before she forgot.

"So- This is it. I am going back to Horizon. Believe it or not, there was a few times, where I thought. I don't want to go back there. I want to stay home with my parents and brother and go back to school and see people. It's amazing how much everything has changed in just 9 months. Guess that just means change is Constant. I don't know.

I am glad that my parents made me go to Horizon. I have a shot at a life now. A chance to go to college and the thought is amazing. I can't wait to get back to Horizon. It feels like my second home now. I am also glad that Jason turned on Jake and got help. I don't know where they took him. But at least he can get help and live a normal life. Got to go now- Mom and dad are ready to go."

Amy closed her journal and put it back in her bag. Just then she heard her name being called. She looked up to see Jake walking up the drive with the crew. She rolled her eyes and paid them no mind. She knew there was going to be a showdown and she only prayed that it wasn't bad. She put the tailgate up and started to walk towards the house.

"Hey Amy. You heard about Jason?" Amy shook her head.

"Nope. Haven't heard a thing. Why? Did you lose him again?" She snorted and acted like she didn't care. Jake sneered at her.

"No,Bitch. He's gone. Went by his place this morning to ask him to come along, and the place was empty. Furniture EVERYTHING. Gone. His parents too. Neighbors didn't know anything. Figured you'd know."Amy shrugged her shoulders and started to walk away.

"Yo! I'm talking to you." Jake grabbed her arm. Amy didn't panic. She stepped back into the hold and turned on him. Pushed him down and planted a foot on his chest. She heard her parents and brother hurrying over. She leaned over Jake.

"Now Jake. I am only going to tell you this one time. Back off. I am not part of the crew anymore. I have changed and grown up. You are a part of my past now, and you are going to stay that way. Don't come around. Don't bother my family. Don't come after me. I won't ask you twice. I don't care that I dissed you in front of them. You are all NOTHING to me anymore. I have learned what REAL family is like. You aren't my family anymore. Now take your little toys, and your little pals and get the hell off of my property. You got it? If you aren't outta here in 10 seconds, I am calling the cops." She dug her foot in a little to accent her point and then walked away and waited. Jake stood up and looked at her. He sneered again and walked away. Amy knew he'd be back again soon. She shook her head and got into the truck.

"Amy, I am so very proud of you. You stood up to him and made your point known. I really thought that he was going to try to beat your ass. But he didn't. He's going to be pissed though. you know that. He just lost ALOT of face in front of the others. Give me a hug" Sean hugged her tightly and started tickling her. Their parents looked on in happiness.

The drive back to Horizon seemed to fly by. They stopped for food and made it in just before midnight. Amy could see Peter waiting on the porch drinking coffee. She could see Michael sitting there as well. She knew that he had hot tea. He hated coffee. Peter stood up and made his way to the truck. After introductions, Peter asked them to step into the office.

"Hey Peter, can we make this quick? I need Sleep. Please." Peter raised an eyebrow and smiled at her.

"No. We get to talk after your family leaves. And we get to go through your bags. I know for a fact that you don't have anything, but have to check anyway. So hop to it- Say bye to the family and meet me in here in one hour. Ok?" Amy nodded and walked her family out to the truck.

"Well, I guess this is it. I guess I will see you in about 6 months. Kinda sucks but it's ok. I love you all. Take care of mom and dad Sean. And you should all write me and call me. And please let me know what's going on in the outside world. I love you all." Amy said her goodbyes and watched them drive out of sight. Then she turned and headed to Peter's office. When she got there, she knocked.

"Come on in Amy. I checked your bags and they are clean- Like I knew they would be. The intake forms are good. Lots of new additions though. We need to talk about them. But first, How was your weekend into the real world?" They shared a good laugh.

"It was good. A little weird at first but overall nice. I broke away for the last time from the crew that I used to hang with. They tried to give me trouble. I solved it without having to resort to violence." They continued talking for a little awhile longer.

"Well Amy, You need to get some sleep. We don't have classes tomorrow. Study day, so try to catch up on your sleep. We talk more in depth tomorrow. I will help you take your bags to the dorm. Obviously, everyone should already be asleep but I think the Cliffhangers might still be up waiting to see you. Come on." They walked to the dorm where Peter left her to put her stuff away. Everyone in the dorm was asleep. Amy quickly put her stuff away and made up her bed with fresh linens that had been put on her bed. She changed quickly and hopped into bed. She turned out her light and closed her eyes, drifting off to sleep immediately knowing that morning would be coming very soon.