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Chapter 30

Trick or Treat

Tris' POV

I smile, giggling at the parade of children. All happy, laughing and better yet dressed in their Halloween customs. Holding out their self-decorated buckets as they walk from the classrooms to receive their treats.

I circle my arms instantly around Josh when he steps out of line and comes running towards me. Just for a second, just a second, he hugs me tightly before he laughs and runs back in line. His teacher, Ms. Weisman smiles at both Josh and I before gesturing for him to get back in line. He waves at me goodbye before he turns back, and his attention refocuses on the task at hand. I glance around when he is out of sight at the smiling parents and teachers. Even the older kids, the high schoolers, are out of their classrooms giving out their own treats to the kids that come up to them.

Shauna told me how the town takes each and every Holiday very seriously. I didn't fully believe her until this morning when we drove through the town and then walked the halls of the school. Everything, every spot is decorated with happy or scary things. I wonder if this is what it's like for Halloween, can't wait to see what they do for Thanksgiving or even Christmas.

I glance across the way, my eyes meeting Tobias'. His eyes soften the moment he sees mine, smiling sweetly towards me. He waves his right hand, as I move my lips to say hello. He points in the direction that Josh's class just went, his smile widens even more. I nod, agreeing that he is cuter than ever. That little boy, who has welcomed me with both arms into not only his, but into his father's life.

The parade lasted for hours. Classroom after classroom came down the halls into the older kid's classrooms, into the cafeteria, library and down the halls to selected tables, and yes even the office. It was a great day. The best day so far.

I lean against the countertop In Shauna's kitchen. Even after seeing how far the school takes Halloween, I can't believe how everyone gets into this holiday. I'm amazed at how Hana works on her candy apples. So focused on melting the carmel and boiling the apples to get the wax off. I continued to be amazed at the dozens upon dozens of bowls she has out filled with different toppings to decorate each apple with. From eyeball looking candy, to different colored melted chocolates and even cookie toppings. I help out, the best I can once they come out coated with the caramel to quickly top them off. She even shows me how to create a cobweb using a piping bag with white chocolate. We place them on a black wide plate that is balanced off of a white skeleton hand holding the plate.

For some reason I continue to be amazed at the amount of effort everyone puts into this Holiday. Every inch of this house inside and out is decorated for Halloween. From the scary lighting to the throw pillows and blankets, to even the thousands upon thousands of decorating elements throughout the home.

The bathroom is one of the best examples of how much effort is placed into the Holiday. I was beyond amazed at the transformation that took place in such a short amount of time. The curtains were changed from butterflies to a horror scene from the Friday the 13th series. A foggy forest in a body of water in the middle, with a dock. The floor mats were replaced with white mates with blood splattered all over them. Even the towels had what appeared to be blood splattered upon them. There is a Jason dummy attached to the back of the toilet, with a machete that also has blood splatters on it. It almost feels like the dummy might hug or even kill you when you sit down to do your business. A sign is hung above the dummy with the words "Sit if you dare!" There are glow in the dark stickers throughout the bathroom walls and mirrors, all with different sayings and symbols like knives.

That is just the beginning as you walk throughout the home. Funny, the most I did was hang a trick or treat sign I got from Tobias' store two days ago. That and a welcome mat that sounds like a witch's laugh when you step on it.

The sound of banging continues on as the guys work outside of the house, while the sound of kids excitedly running around ready for the night to come.

"Are they still at it?" Shauna asks.

"Are you surprised?" Marlene asks. "There is always something else that needs to be touched up or added or fixed out there. This is like Christmas to those guys." She explains. I laugh at the thought of Uriah, Zeke and Tobias busy hammering on yet another addition to the decorations.

The side of the house has been basically renovated to appear like an old, abandoned house. Boards are rotten and falling off. Added tombstones and prompts of a massacre have been added to the lawn. They tell me that a strobe light and fog will be added tonight for the effect.

"Well as long as those three understand that they are in charge of dismantling it all this year. I have enough to clean up here… I'm not taking down the outside decorations again this year." Shauna says, complaining.

"Agreed." Marlene says nodding. "They are so excited to get all this up, but when it comes to cleaning up and putting it all away, they just…. Disappear."

"I'm just too tired." Shauna continues, "I don't have the strength."

"Shauna is there something… you forgot to tell us?" Marlene asks, catching on to all the signs. I see Hana from the corner of my eye, smiling with excitement. I begin to wonder if there is something more to just her being tired.

"Well." She gushes, turning towards Hana who shares the same excited look. She turns back towards us, just bursting with the news. "We're pregnant!" She screams out, jumping up and down.

"Holy crap!" Marlene screams, encircling Shauna in her arms. I jump up, throwing my arms around them. Congratulations to her.

"Why didn't you tell us?" Marlene squalls.

"Because we already did the big "I'm pregnant thing." She explains.

"Oh, but this is still a miracle, this baby deserves to be celebrated too," I say, gushing over her still flat stomach.

"Totally. How are you feeling?" Marlene asks.

"Well, I'm exhausted, more than ever, but other than that, I'm good. Barely any morning sickness." She speaks. Hana is standing in the back of the kitchen nodding her head, smiling. I can see the overjoy she is feeling at having another grandbaby.

I feel a ping in my stomach, almost jealousy. I'm so happy for Shauna and Zeke, they are wonderful people and phenomenal parents… It just has me thinking about the many things that I'm missing out on. The many things that I continue to allow Eric to take away from me. For him to have that power still over me. I have been thinking about it a lot lately. Ever since the big fight with Tobias. It awakened something deep in me, the hope and desires that I ignored for so long. Now the hopes and desires are being awoken and I'm not sure if I can continue to ignore them. Nor do I want to.

"You know what this means right…" Shauna says, pointing towards Marlene and me. "One of you guys has to start popping out babies and catching up." Shauna jokes.

"Oh no… Babies with Uriah…. No thank you." Marlene laughs.

"What, never! Come on. Uriah would make a great dad." Shauna comments.

"My Uriah would make a happy dad." Hana says, in favor.

"He would." Marlene agrees. "No doubt he would… but I need him to grow up a little first. To commit to forever before we bring a baby into the equation." She admits. I can see the happiness she feels, but she obviously still has struggles in her relationship. I guess the grass isn't always greener on the other side.

"Well, what about you, Tris?" Marlene says, gesturing to me. Oh thanks.

"Oh no. I don't think so," I say, responding. I honestly hate the thought of Tobias and I never having that… a baby, marriage and a sibling for Josh, for Josh to accept me in his life as a mother. The thought nearly tears me apart. There is nothing I want more than to have that. But I'm torn with wanting and knowing how dangerous it would all be.

I have been having this strong desire to not only have what I desire and want, but just to be me. To be able to stand on my own, out of the shadows, to be no longer hidden from the fear of being found. To be able to see my mother, father and brother again. To be able to even reach out and see my childhood best friend and catch up with her. It's been years, so many years, so much could have happened in that time. It saddens me that I have missed that.

"Oh, come on, Tris, we see how much happier both you and Four are these days. Don't tell me you guys haven't taken that step yet." Marlene says, teasingly.

"What? When was this?" Shauna squeals.

What can I say, tell them that things between Tobias and I are great. I honestly never thought relationships could be anything like this. To explore and please each other so well both sexually and physically and emotionally. And okay the sex is phenomenal. Shit, I never thought a woman could cum so many times in one night. But Tobias really knows what he is doing in the bedroom.

"What is happening here? We can hear you three from a mile away." Zeke says, coming in. Even though it's beginning to chill down outside, he is head to toe sweaty. Tobias comes in after him, smiling widely at me. I can't help but smile goofily right back at him.

"Tris and Four had sex!" Shauna blurts out, excitedly. Well thanks. I can feel the heat in my cheeks burn, betraying my embarrassment.

"HAHA that's why my man hasn't stopped smiling all fucking day," Uriah says, laughing. Oh jeez.

"Thanks Uriah. Thanks, really smooth." Tobias says.

"What, there's something to celebrate. My man finally got laid." Uriah continues on. Tobias glances at Zeke, asking him silently to handle his kid brother.

"Don't look at me bro, I'm with idiot over there. It's about time you two finally got some." Zeke says, stupidly.

"We also heard the exciting news!" I blurt out, wanting to change the subject from my and Tobias' sex life. Sex life? Who would have thought?

"News?" Tobias and Uriah question together. Now it's Shauna's turn to blush as she turns towards her husband to tell him that she slipped.

"You told them?" He asks, in shock.

"Well..."

"We agreed." Zeke comments.

"Agreed to what?" Tobias asks.

"What are we talking about?" Uriah jumps in.

"Oh shush… it was her news to tell." Hana chimes in saving Shauna.

"Hello… what the fuck are we talking about?" Uriah asks, frustrated,

Zeke and Shuana both stare off at each other for a moment before turning back around and announcing, "We're pregnant!" The whole room bursts into cheers.

We walk down the busy streets buzzing with activity. I can't seem to focus on anything in particular. The fog fills the air, the dim lighting of the streets. The popping up and down of Halloween props on the lawns. Kids running up and down the street, excited to get to the next house for more goodies. I stare off at the couples with their children, pushing their babies in strollers beside their older children. Looking happy and blessed. Is it so bad to want that? I glance at Tobias who is staring at me, I can see the same yearning in his eyes. He wants that too. Will I be selfish to say that's what I want? To be finally free from the monster I'm running from and be with the man and child that I love more than this world. Or is it wrong? The thought of Eric finding me, us, and possibly hurting if not killing them for being with me….

"You, okay?" Tobias asks, wrapping an arm around my waist as we continue to walk. I smile, staring off at Josh who is keeping pace with El and Em. Suddenly I can no longer hold back. I want this. This forever. I won't let anyone, especially Eric stops me from having it.

"I want to divorce Eric," I blurted out. I watch his face, stunned by my words.

"What? Tris, you.." he begins, we stop moving. Giving space between us and the others.

"Tobias, I want to be free once and for all from him. I want to love you and Josh as me… not as Tris Davis. I want to be married and have more babies with you. To create a family and not have to live in fear," I explained. I can see the torment in his eyes. He wants it too. But at what expense? He sighs, frustrated as he runs his hand through his hair. Giving in, he nods.

"Move in with us." he blurts out.

"What?" I ask, now it's my turn to be stunned.

"I want you to move in with us, where we can be together, the three of us, to protect you, "he says".

"Tobias, that can't be the only reason," I say. I don't want to move forward if we are both not ready, all because of me finally going public and filing for a divorce.

"It's not the only reason. Tris, I love you. You know that. Josh loves you… you want to move forward. Make a stand. Then make a stand with me." He says, reaching out for my hand. "Move in with me and file for divorce." He demands.

"But he will know where I am the minute I…" I point out.

"Then let him. I will keep you safe. We will figure it all out together." Tobias says, I sigh nodding and take his hand finally. No matter what happens, we will get through it together.

A/N

Thought and comments. Should Tris file for divorce…Take a stand. Fight for a new life that she loves?

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