Hello there! Ok I know I have a lot of explaining to do.

I am so sorry; from the very bottom of my heart I am sorry. The reason I haven't updated is because I have finals this week. :(

I have and am studying like a freaking robot. But we get out early, so I decided to take this time and write another chappie for my faithful readers.

This one is another filler; I am working my way up to the Talent Show, so excited!

And thanks for the other people who are now reading my story.

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Chapter 25 – His Two Favorite Girls

"Waaahhh!" I looked down at Maddie, and glared at her unseeing eyes. Please remind me not to have any kids.

"Maddie, what now? I just fed you, for the fourth time, and changed your diaper. What could possibly be wrong now?" And now I was talking to her. But she just stared past me, facing Fang's desk.

I rolled my eyes and picked her up roughly. "Waaahhh!" My ears would start bleeding any second. This kid was going to drive me up the wall! The door swung open and in came 'daddy'. He had a smirk on his face, and was holding two plates with sandwiches and sodas.

I bounced Maddie on my hip, hoping that would shut her up. "Is my Maddie acting up?" he asked, setting our lunch on the bed. "Yes, she's been crying since you left. Isn't there an off button?" He took her from my arms and cradled her against his chest. And she was quiet.

"There, you see, all she needed was some love." He looked at me, his onyx eyes sparkling. I crossed my arms. "Seriously, she's a baby Fang. She can't feel love."

I looked at the baby in his arms, and suddenly felt jealous of the plastic toy. She was in Fang's arms, getting his love. Cradled up against his chest. I signed and sat on the bed, picking up my sandwich. How stupid of me, feeling jealousy over a toy. I would understand with Lissa, but a toy? So immature.

I heard Fang murmuring to Maddie and then he set her in the chair next to the bed. He sat next to me and also picked up his sandwich. I nibbled on my crust and stared at Maddie. "Max, are you okay?" His voice caught my attention, and I looked down. "Yeah, I'm fine." I could still feel his eyes burning to the side of my head, but ignored him.

I looked at the notebook in front of me, trying to get into 'study' mode again. "Max, what's wrong?" My eyes shot to his, "Nothing Fang, I said I was fine!" He frowned and scooted closer, worry in his eyes. I sighed again, "Sorry for yelling, but nothing is wrong, honestly."

He moved in closer to me, sitting right behind me. He grabbed my shoulder and gently started leaning me towards him. My head laid on his chest and he started stroking my hair. "Max come on, I know you better than that. Please tell me." I looked into his midnight eyes and smiled.

"I've missed you, is all." His eyebrows knitted together, "But I haven't gone anywhere." I took his hand and started playing with his fingers. "I know, it's just, I haven't felt like we've been us lately. Like we know we're there, together, but we have not spend time with each other." He chuckled and I could feel the rumble come from deep within his chest.

"Maximum, you are so strange." I looked up again, his lips in a smile. "But I understand what you mean, and it's my fault. I've been so busy with Lissa and the Talent Show… I'm not there for you any more." His smile faded, his eyes boring into mine.

"I think it's both our faults, you're busy with your singing, I'm busy running. I think we just need to spend like a weekend or something, just us." The idea started sounding good…

"Yeah, that would be nice." Then he bent his head and kissed me. It was so sudden, but I wasn't complaining. His hand was on my back, the other one holding my waist. One of my hands was behind his neck, playing with his dark hair. Our lips were in sync, and he was holding me tightly.

We finally pulled away, looking at each other smiling. "I did miss you." He whispered and lightly laughed. I then sat up and checked my phone, 3 missed calls from mom. Oh, dang!

"Fang, I'm sorry but I have to go! I'm in so much trouble!" He also stood up as I shoved all my school materials into my backpack. I swung my bag over my shoulder and looked at Maddie.

I didn't feel… jealous of her any more. I know I sound crazy, but I could have sworn I saw her smile wider. I realized that Fang loved her (in a weird, fake parent kinda way) but Fang loved (hopefully) me. Maximum Ride.

"Bye Maddie." I called over my shoulder as Fang and I went downstairs. "See you tomorrow Fang." I turned one last time, kissing his smooth lips. But he held me there, kissing me more affectionately. I melted into the kiss, wrapping my arms around his neck. Why did he do this to me?

I reluctantly pulled away, "Fang, I need to go." He blushed slightly, "Right, sorry. See you tomorrow." I smiled and walked out to his backyard, into mine. I opened my door as quietly as possible, but then Akila comes running at me, barking. "Sh Akila! Please be quiet."

I look around, hoping my mom is in the bathroom or something. Instead I see her come strolling in, looking at me. "Maximum, I told you to be here an hour ago." I hated when she used my full name.

"I'm sorry mom, Fang and I were doing homework, and I didn't watch the time." Her eyebrows were raised, arms crossed. "You were actually studying? You're not lying?" I smiled, "Yes mom, we were studying. Fang and I have a geometry test on Friday."

She kept staring at me, like I was some alien. "Alright fine, but next time, please come home at the right time." She turned into the living room, and I went up to my room. I took a warm shower and listened to some music. I went down to dinner and listened to Iggy brag about his new muscles.

Of course my dad was very impressed, while me and my mom just shook our heads. Once dinner was over I sat on the couch with my mom. We were watching the 'Good Wife' when she spoke up. "So, where are we having Thanksgiving at this year?"

I looked at her, "Um, we could have it here, I guess. If it's ok with the Harding's." she nodded. "I can't believe it's already next week. Time flies huh." I smiled "Yeah, just two more days and Thanksgiving break! I am so excited!" We both laughed and watched the end of the show.

She got up, "Do you want some ice cream?" "Yeah, with whipped cream please." She came back a few minutes later with two bowls. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough! I had just put a spoonful in my mouth when my stomach started feeling weird.

I swallowed, and my stomach went back to normal. I was half finished with my dessert, when again my stomach felt weird. I felt the blood drain from my face and I looked to my mom. Her eyes went wide as I jumped up and ran to the bathroom. I knelt at the toilet and well, you know what happened.

It was a wretched, horrible feeling. I felt small circles being rubbed against my back, someone pulling the strands of hair away from my face. Once I was done I sat on the cold tile and brought my legs to my chest. I hugged them tightly and tried to forget the last couple of minutes.

"Come on honey, off the floor." My mom grabbed my arms and pulled me up. I felt so weak and cold. My mom called for my dad and he came running in, Iggy behind him. "Val, what happened? Is she alright?" I looked at him and smiled weakly. "Yeah, I'm fine. Perfect, never better."

My mom rolled her eyes and shifted my weight. "Iggy, can you carry her to her room please." I was passed to my older brother, who picked me up gently and started walking up the steps. "You better not barf on me Max, I'll kill you." His playful eyes looked down at me. "Can't promise anything." I replied weakly.

He took me to my room and laid me on the bed. My parents came in; my mom had a wet rag. "Her body is burning up mom, she felt really hot." My mom pursed her lips and placed the rag on my forehead. It felt so good, like a soft breeze flowing through me. "Thanks." I murmured, closing my eyes and sinking into my bed.

My dad put the thermometer in my mouth, and then said that I had a fever. I had my eyes closed, but could hear someone go into my bathroom and open the medicine cabinet. "Here Max, take this, hopefully it'll help." I was handed a small cup and drank a horrible green liquid. I almost choked and Iggy laughed at me.

I felt the rag go warm, so I sent Iggy to soak it in more cold water. He came back and placed the rag back. "You should get some sleep sweetheart. If you need anything, please call us." I nodded and they all walked out. I laid there, hoping I would be fine by the morning. Then I thought of Fang, had I gotten him sick? I picked up my phone and quickly text him.

Me: hey, r u sick?

Fang: um, no. Y

Me: i am sick, just barfed

Fang: r u ok? Shud i come over?

I loved how he was worried about me; it made me feel warm inside. Not that I needed to feel any warmer than I am right now though.

Me: no, it's late. i'll c u tomorrow

Fang: u sure?

Me: yes fang, promise

Fang: ok, c u tomorrow

I closed my phone and slumped into my sheets. I really hope I get better by tomorrow, I wanted to see Fang. And well everyone else too. I just hated being sick, it made me feel weak, vulnerable.

The next morning I woke up early. I touched my forehead, and it didn't feel hot. Yes, I was better! There was a knock on my door, and then the handled twisted. Fang walked in, coming to the side of my bed. "Are you okay? Can you go to school?" I could tell he was worried though, I felt so special.

I sat up slowly, "Yeah, I feel a lot better." I swung my feet over the side and stood up. Big mistake.

My legs felt like jello, and I immediately fell, my legs not supporting my weight. I saw the ground rush up, but then it stopped when Fang caught me. "No, you are not okay to go to school. Get back in bed." He sat me down and I just stared at him. "No, I'm fine Fang. I just… had a moment." He scoffed, "A moment? Please Max, you're sick. You can't even walk unless I push you around in a wheel chair all day."

That actually wasn't a bad idea… I smirked at him. "No, you are staying home. You're still weak." I rolled my eyes and covered my legs with my sheets. "Fine, dad. I'll do as you say." He sat at the edge of my bed, "Listen, text me every once in awhile, just so I know you are fine." I saluted him and grabbed my phone. "Yes sir!" We both laughed and he got up, walking over to me.

"I'll come straight here after school. See you soon." He kissed the top of my head and walked out, I desperately wanted to follow.

So this is how my day went: lay in bed all day. Pretty fun huh! I could have shot myself, and not felt bad doing it. Anything to end my misery. Every hour seemed to last a lifetime, I swear I aged. Every hour though I text Fang, just like he told me to.

Then about an hour before school was let out, I fell asleep.

(Fang's POV)

Every hour Max text me, saying she was fine. I still worried about her though, hoping she would get better fast. When the bell rang for the end of school, I grabbed Maddie and we went straight to Max's house. I used the spare key and opened the door.

I went into her room and found her sleeping. She looked so peaceful, some color returning to her cheeks. I set down Maddie on the side, hoping she wouldn't scream. I walked over to Max, she held the blankets tightly in one hand and the other was hanging off the edge. I tucked in her hand and felt her forehead, she was still warm.

I went downstairs and grabbed another wet towel. When I placed it on her forehead, her eyelids fluttered and she opened them slightly. "Fang?" I knelt beside her, "Yeah, I'm here." She smiled and closed her eyes again. "Where's Maddie?" she suddenly asked.

I frowned and looked over at Maddie, who was against the wall. "She's over there, why? Does she smell?" Max chuckled, "No, I just wanna see her." I picked up Maddie and brought her over. Max sat up and grabbed the baby from my arms. "I actually missed you today Maddie. It was hell here, I would have enjoyed your screaming."

We both chuckled and I sat next to Max. "I think she missed you too, she was so bad today. Every second, screaming and yelling her head off." Max's' eyes shone. "Good job Maddie, drive your father crazy. Make him look like a frantic dad." I chuckled again, happy Max was feeling better.

I had a huge smile on my face as I watched my two favorite girls.

Sorry it's short, but that's all I could think of. Actually I hope it came out kinda cute and ironic. Although Maddie is Lissa's baby, Maddie likes Max more. (take that Lissa! :)

Hope it didn't sound cheesy or weird, with Max and Maddie. I just kinda wanted Max and Maddie to have a connection, if you know what I mean. So yeah, the Talent Show is like 3 chapters away, can't wait for that!

Anywho, please review, I wud be so so extremely unexplainably happy if I reached 200 before the weekend. I wud even cry!

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