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CH 21 - Vacation Closure
CPOV
As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end, and so this vacation had to be terminated. I had sensed enough control out of Sant while taking the trip, going hunting and being close to Kaure and Gustavo and not even flinching. I knew that vacation time was over for my little boy, and it was time for him to go back to school. At least he won't be alone this time, and I am pretty sure he won't be bullied again. While my vampire children and Leah already had "graduated" this time around, Jacob and Seth had not. Jacob was a senior, while Seth was a sophomore and while I am sure they would have preferred we stay in the island, I know they too had to go back to the school.
Giving a small sigh at the task I had to do, I called them over.
"Boys get over here" I called out.
They all came trudging down the stairs, which squeaked under the weight of 6 boys rushing down.
"I win!" Shouted Seth, hair flying, fist pumping the air, rushing down.
"No way, I win," shouted Sant, jumping over the guardrail to avoid the last five steps.
I shook my head at my son's antics, and with the corner of my eyes I saw their brothers rolling their eyes as well, this vacation has made these two both very fiercely protective of each other, yet also highly competitive between them.
"It's a Tie" I say. Hoping to avoid any potential wrestling that usually ensues when the boys debate who won or lost something.
"So what's up pop?" Asked Emmett.
"This vacations has been great boys, but it's time for us to head back, Jacob and Seth you already missed a week of classes"
I laughed at their mutual looks of horror.
"It doesn't matter Dad". They quickly replied.
"Yeah we could take 2 other weeks off" they said, smiling angelically.
I rolled my eyes. Really?
"Nice try boys, but it's not only you, Sant is going to back to school as well"
SPOV
School? Wait?! What?! The hellish place where I have spent a year of my life being bullied, No way!
"Daaaaad!" I whined. "I don't want to gooo!" I saw my Dad, giving a slight smirk at my tone, which made me blush, I sounded like a five year old!
"Shush it son, it is not your previous school, is a private school I am sure you know of, Redbrook's High. Ring any bells?"
"What?"... "Dad that is the most elite school in the state, is highly expensive as well" I was blinking several times trying to fully comprehend what he was saying.
"Yeah, but lucky for you, you have one over rich vampire dad that wants to spoil you. I already talked to the director he is a friend of mine and he told me that it is early enough in the semester for you to catch up, enrolling as a sophomore"
"Well, at least I will have someone joining me in my misery" Said Seth.
"Yeah! Me too!" Exclaimed Jacob.
I saw Dad rolling his eyes; honestly the two were making it sound as if it was Hell on Earth.
"Dad we are teenagers, school has to be Hell on Earth" Said Edward. "Don't worry about it Bro, Redbrook's is actually quite cool, for a school that is."
"You are so dramatic kids" Dad said sighing. "I want you all to pack up your things, we are leaving tomorrow"
"Aww Dad!" We all complained.
"Shush Boys before I start swatting rebelling posteriors"
And that is the way you get a group of lively boys scrambling upstairs, doing as they are told fixing their bags in record time. I smiled proudly and ruffled my boy's hair. Getting another round of complains out of them.
I rounded up Sant and Edward.
"Buckle up kids, we are going hunting, now be careful, if you sense any other vampire, STAY away, I don't want you getting into any scuffles with locals"
They both nodded, and they both high tailed out of the house in record time, too fast even for me to keep up, but I was able to follow their scent without error. I trailed behind them, humming softly to myself.
"Daaad" I heard a desperate shout for help and rushed away, that was Sant`s Voice... and he sounded panicked...
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EPOV
Back at the Cullen Home
It sure seems extra quiet around here without the boys around. While I believe the furniture may be very happy about it I am not. I miss my kids, I understand they sometimes need time off; and vacations like these are great for them to bond together as the "men", but as a mother I really miss my little boys. I especially felt the house being very empty today, with the girls having left on a shopping excursion about an hour ago, leaving me alone with my thoughts.
I was a bit worried about Carlisle decision to enroll Sant so quickly in school, but at the same time had to concede that there was no use keeping him at home, he would probably end up rebelling big time and get in a lot of trouble, just as Edward had during his newborn phase. I was scared for my baby; I knew about his past experiences and was extremely worried about a repeat, especially since I know being a Cullen is not easy for our kids when they "arrive" at new schools every year.
I know that he would have backup at least in the form of a protective older brother, and he had all rich kids' toys in order to fit in with the snobbish bunch of kids that inhabit Redbrook. Honestly some of these kids appear oh so angelic and they are just little spoiled brats. I was extremely happy that despite passing times, Carlisle has always been a traditional father, and while fun and always loving he always knew that the kids needed to be kept in line and had to be punished if they disobeyed, especially when they put their lives in danger.
I was really worried about Sant, he seemed to be a good, obedient kid, more prone to acting like his brother Edward, rarely giving any "Real" trouble, yet I was worried when his Dad would have to punish him for the first time. Call it a mother sense but I know that he will mess up, it's inevitable, all my boys have had to experience that, and they always have the ability to mess up, sometimes, most of them BIG time. I let out a long suffering sigh and shook my head, well no use dealing with those thoughts now, better handle the situations as they arrive. I decided to make sure all of my boys thing were ready for their return, made sure each of their uniforms where ready, I made sure their backpacks where ready, and I checked in to make sure they had their wallets filled I also checked the car, it had gas on and was ready to go. I nodded my head at my work, and headed down to the library to read something as I waited for my family to arrive….
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SPOV
I sighed. I did not want to leave the Island, I had never had such a great time as before, It was such a blast hanging out with my brothers, just goofing off, wrestling, swimming and doing video game tournaments; I was really worried about having to start all over in a new school, a school infamous for the rich brats that inhabited it, of course that was being a bit pretentious on my part. Based on the opinions of my brothers and clichés from tv shows. But still it was awesome, a mixed boarding/day school. I was assured I would have my own room to stay in, a private suite with my own bathroom, I would have my brothers by my side, so they could help me "fit" in the school.
All these thoughts rushed through my head, as I ran through the Amazonian Rainforest. The scenery was much more enjoyable now than when I was human, with my new perfect eyesight unbothered by pesky glasses, my new system finding comfort in the humid environment, and the ability of running gracefully without fear of tripping over, without heaving and coughing as I was used to when I was human. Suddenly I ran into a screeching halt, my new vampire senses detecting a new sudden appearance. I immediately froze, fearing an encounter with another member of my species. I have never met any other vampire yet, aside from my family. This woman looked wild, yet amazingly hot in an Amazonian statuesque sort of way. Her red eyes where unsettling in contrast with her dark skin.
"Daaad" I screamed. Muscles tensing up, preparing to flee at a moment notice. "Where the Hell is Edward" I muttered mentally. This Vampire looked extremely dangerous, I don't think I can match her in combat, or outrun her.
The woman looked at me, she seemed to analyze me. When she noticed the ring on my finger, a look of recognition in her face.
"Where did you get that?" She asked me.
"I didn`t steal it if that's what you`re implying" I scoffed, Puffing up my chest and growling at her.
Her cautious eyes thundered at my arrogance. "Listen boy I can snap your neck any second now, I am trying to give you a chance. That's not an ordinary ring, and that's definitely not an ordinary crest. No normal nomad has the clothes you are wearing either"
Thinking my answer through before speaking, I felt my dad wrapping me up in a hug from behind, while letting out a small warning growl, his face in a scowl. Before a look of recognition passing over his face. I relaxed into his embrace, climbing in his back.
"Hello Zafrina, nice meeting you here"
"And hello to you to Carlisle. I see by the way he clings to you this boy belongs to you?"
"Yes he does, hope he did not bother you or anything like that"
"Nah, Don't worry about it, I do think that he could have just told me about him being a Cullen instead of growling at me"
I flinched, and attempted to jump off my father back. Instead he held me tightly.
"Is that true son?" He asked me, putting a finger under my chin and lifting it up, forcing me to look into his eyes.
I flinched at his expression. "Yeah Dad it is". I replied. Hoping that saying the truth will pay off.
"Son you know growling is rude, I want you to apologize and introduce yourself courteously to Zafrina"
I shuffled over, a small whine on my lips at being reprimanded in public.
"I am sorry miss. I am Santiago Cullen, nice to meet you" I said.
Zafrina let out a pearly laughter. "Well for someone so young, he is definitely one obedient boy Carlisle, much more than Edward and Emmett if I do recall correctly. Apology accepted. I am Zafrina from the Amazonian Coven, nice to meet you too"
"Edward and Emmett?" I enquired, looking at my Dad.
"Not my Story to tell, if you want to know about it, ask them"
"Well, I think we got on the wrong foot kid, I really like your family, especially your sister Bella, we can become friends too if you want?"
I nodded my head, appreciatively, willing to give her a chance.
"So By any chance have you seen my brother Edward?" I asked,
"Ah Yes, I have him cough cough entrained if you will, that's why he has not answered your mental calls, you'll find him more ahead in the forest"
Dad was looking oddly at Zafrina "Entrained?" He Enquired.
"Well I was actually working with my power, and as I sensed him approaching, ahem alone, If you catch my drift, I was actually testing certain reactions of his to my illusions taking into account that Bella wasn`t close by"
I shuddered; I may be a bit naïve. But even I could get the double meaning on that one.
"Well, see you soon Zafrina, I will collect my Son, we actually need to head back to the airport, so if you could release him please?" said my Father.
"Sure Carlisle, Farewell, you too Little Cullen"
"Bye Zafrina" I said. Waving at her.
We found Edward ahead in the forest, and with no words exchanged, we proceeded to feast on some unsuspecting Jaguars Nearby, before heading back home.
As we reached the beach house, I noticed all suitcases packed waiting at the entrances, most of them looking suspiciously unopened, which probably meant most of my siblings as well as myself had disregarded Alice`s helpful clothing schedules. I shuddered. Hope she doesn't find out. Soon we were all to our chagrin forced into the Tuxedos, and forced to ride in those all the way down the airport.
I sighed and rolled my eyes. Vacation was over, School, Here I come!
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