AN: *Max walks onto the stage* "*Clears throat* Let it be known that Tsparks, or anyone for that matter, doesn't own me or my flock. Got It?"
Chapter 29: Faith's Powers
Fang POV
Man the look on Max's face was priceless!
"Fang, are you screwing with me?" Max asked with a shocked smile on her face. I shook my head no.
So I had asked Mrs. Myers to call up Dr. Martinez. I had sent a letter to the Martinez' in case the flock was there. It obviously took forever to get there.
I also know the question you are asking yourselves: Why?
Because she is Max's only motherly figure. I figured Max could use some more help in that department. And I knew that Dr. M and Ella have a close bond with the Flock. I wonder how they'll react to Faith...
I just hope they don't think Max and I...you know...did that. Because that is not at all how Faith was brought into the world. Sadly.
"OMG!!!" Ella squealed into the phone, "Has the Flock found you yet? Did you send that letter? Who's Bones? Faith? Are you cheating on Max? You know she loves you Right? Like I will kill you if you screwed this up! The Flock and I–"
"Ella!" I called over her rant, "You're sounding like Nudge. Yes the Flock is here. Yes I sent the letter. As for Bones and Faith...you'll meet when you come down. Yes, I know Max loves me...we just hooked up, actually. Soo, when's you're flight?"
I winked at Max during that question. She looked as though she was going to pull a Nudge and squeal. I am so happy she didn't. Cause then she wouldn't be my Max–
...Did I just say my Max? Okay, awkward thought. I hardly ever call Max mine. Maybe I should though. Max did say I was hers after "The Purr" incident. I still have to bring that up with Bones...
"Our flight is tomorrow. I am all packed, and ready to go! Man, where have you been? It's been like forever and a half! How's Ig–?" Her question was cut off from a scream I would never ignore.
"AHHHHHHHHH!!!!" Faith screamed from upstairs.
...And like that, I left the phone hanging in the air. Yeah, I'm that fast. Especially when it comes to Faith.
"Ella?" I faintly heard Max say. I wasn't sure if the phone hung up. I was too worried about Faith. Nothing is more important than the safety of my Baby Girl. Except maybe Max.
Max POV
"Max what's going on? Where's Fang? Are you okay?"
"Ella I'll have to call you back. I can't wait to see you! Bye!" I said before hanging up. I probably just worried the shit outta her. Oh well, Faith is more important.
I noticed the Flock, Bones, and even Zack jumped up and bolted after Fang. I felt good knowing Faith had so many people caring for her. And I am one of them. I ran up the stairs.
Worried for the safety of my Flock, Faith, and My Fang.
Fang POV
Bones, Zack, and the Flock were hot on my tail. We busted the door open ready for anything.
...And like the first thousand times before, Faith was sitting on the bed, bawling her little eyes out. I felt relived and pained when I noticed she wasn't attacked. Being the great father I am, I quickly rushed over to her and scooped her up and whispered to her.
"Shh, Faith," I whispered, "Daddy's here. Your okay, shh. Shhh."
Faith kept crying into my shirt. I turned my attention to Bones, Zack, and the Flock, all looking at Faith. Zack mouthed, "She alright?" I nodded my head in response. Bones and Zack ushered the Flock back out of the room. Once the door was shut, Faith spoke up.
"D-Daddy?" Faith whispered.
"Yea, Baby?" I matched her tone. She still had tears flowing down her face; I lightly brushed some off her cheek. Then I continued to rub her back.
"I-It w-wasn't the Ni-nightmer," She said hushed. Wait...what?
"What was it, Faith?" I asked, still whispering.
"I-I falled tru the bed," Faith whispered again. She looked me in the eyes. Faith was terrified. I rubbed he back some more.
"I don't understand," I whispered back. Before Faith could respond, Max came in similar to the way the Flock, Bones, Zack, and I did.
"Fang? Faith!?" Max darted her head around, checking for possible threats.
"Mommy," Faith mumbled, she reached out to Max. Max came over and I handed Faith over.
"Oh, Faith," Max cooed, hugging Faith tight. Faith returned the hug, and started crying again.
"Nice Max," I smirked, trying to lighten the mood, "I just got her to stop. Now look at what you did."
"Funny," Max said not amused. Faith, however, giggled at my attempt. Aha, mission success.
"Faith," I said, "Tell Mommy what you told me."
Faith's humored face change into a slightly more fearful one. Max's expression grew confused. I motioned to Max then the bed. She understood my slight actions, and we both wound up sitting on each side of Faith. Faith pulled her knees up to her face. Max gave her another hug, while I raked my fingers through Faith's black mane.
'Hmm, almost time for a haircut, isn't it?' Bones joked.
'Not now,' I thought back. Faith had another set of tears starting down her face.
"I w-was dweamin' 'bout fwying with the Flock an-and I was playing with Gazzy and Angle," Faith said, sniffing. I had a small smile on my face. Her dream was actually quite adorable. Faith started to shiver. I brought my wings out and wrapped them around the three of us. Hel-lo. That feels fan-Fnicking-tastic.
Mental note: must do more often.
"Go on, Baby," Max urged. Faith took a deep breath, and then continued.
"Th-then the monster started to show up, Bu-but Daddy, Bones, and Uncie Zack stopped him."
Max sent me a secretive smile. It looked like a cross of adoration and...seductiveness?
"I w-waked up because my tummy gwowled. So I wanted to get a Fugie-sickel from Iggy," So that's who's been giving her snacks at night! Figures... "And when I got up, my legs falled tru the bed."
Max and I locked eyes immediately after she said that. We were both thinking it over, and we came to the same conclusion. Faith was getting powers. We both smiled.
"Faith," Max said softly, "It's okay. Nothing bad was happening to you."
"what?" Faith asked quietly.
"Faith, look at me," I said. Faith turned her attention to me. My smile never left my face. Faith looked confused, but better then before.
"Remember when I told you about the Flock's powers?" I asked. Faith nodded.
My smile grew a little, "Remember how I told you how Angel's powers showed up?"
I got another nod in response, Faith still was confused. I laughed slightly.
"Faith," Max said, getting her attention, "Angel got her powers right after she learned to fly, and she woke up almost like you did."
Realization dawned on Faith. Her confused frown turned into a beaming smile.
"I has a power?" Faith asked quietly. Max and I took our turn to nod.
"Yup," I said, "you can walk through solid objects."
"What's that mean Daddy?" Faith asked.
"Let's try something," I said, standing, "Come 'ere."
I was standing in front of a dirty hamper of ours. I was trying to figure out how Faith triggered her power. An idea hit me. I moved the hamper to be set right in front of me. Maybe she has to focus on what she wants.
"Faith, try and walk through this hamper. Focus really hard. When you think you can, go." I instructed. I've become quite the teacher, haven't I?
"Otay Daddy," Faith replied, a determined look settled across her features. A look that reminded me of Max. I stole a glance over to her.
Max was now sitting watching Faith, not having noticed my staring yet. I think about the first time I realized I loved her. Almost five years ago...back before the E-shaped house was an Itex location. I was snapped from my musing by Faith.
"Ready Daddy," Faith stated, very confidant.
"Go for it, then."
Faith refocused her attention on the hamper in front of her, took a couple of steps forward...and walked through the hamper! Max's face was priceless! Faith stumbled forward onto my leg. I picked her up, beaming at her.
"Great job Baby Girl!" I praised. I could tell that whole experience exhausted her. She sent a weak smile my way, and then slowly nodded off to sleep. I moved to the door and Max followed.
When we were outside Max stopped me from going back downstairs by grabbing my wrist. Confused, I turned to her and she pointed to the window at the end of the hall. She wanted to go fly. Now? Who'll watch for Faith?
'Zack and I are on it, kid.' Bones thought.
'Thanks Bones,' I replied.
A few minutes later I was having the flight of my life, with the love of my life.
Maximum Ride.
My Max.
We have a daughter, a safe home, good friends, and a steady relationship.
Life is sweet.
...Too bad my luck is for shit.
Max and I landed on the roof of the Bar & Grill. We leaned in for a kiss...
..........Guess who I just hung out with!? Go on, guess!
If you guessed Jesus...You're right!
"I love you Fang," Max said, with nothing but love and adoration in her voice. I was going to reply the same way-
But, then I saw a flash of a body move behind that large fan-thingy that's on the roof of every restaurant and building. I held a finger to my lips when Max gave me a look of confusion. I then pointed to the fan-thingy. She took the hint.
"Xam, keans dnuora morf eht tfel. I tog eht thgir,"* I said in our old code. Max nodded her understanding.
Max went left, I headed right. When we both jumped around the fan-thingy, we were shocked.
Well, I was. Max looked like she was going to kill the moving object hiding behind the fan-thingy. I stopped her from attacking the being then and there.
......Tech. Tech has just seen Max and I land and make-out while our wings were hanging out!
"Uhh.....Hi" Tech said.
"What did you see?" Max growled out.
"Max calm down," I said. Well, I actually was planning on telling Tech sooner or later.
Turns out its sooner.
"Tech, we need to talk," I said calmly.
AN: Wow. That turned out to be a better chapter then I thought it would be.
I am accepting Song suggestions for the fic. Now I have to think up chapter 30 so you don't kill me from the suspense.
Translation of the old code: * "Max, sneak around the left. I got the right."
Keep on Keepin on
Tsparks158
