Author's Notes: IMPORTANT: First off, Fanfiction.net hasn't been letting me in for the past few days which is why this is delayed. I think everyone else had the same thing but I'm not sure. Sorry about that.
Second, I'm looking for anime fanfiction writers. If you write anime fanfiction or if you're into anime fanart then email me your work. I'll be putting them up on my site. (Email me for more details)

BTW: Yes, I agree with you people. Serena on board with all those men......lol ;) Anyhow, here's the next chapter.

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Hidden - Chapter 5 By: Hell's Huntress (PG13)
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" We've arrived, " one of the men called out causing everyone on board to flock outside. Serena did the same and leaned over the railings. It was true. They were still on water but the land was very near.....near enough for you to notice the people who were preparing to greet their husbands from the voyage.

In a few minutes, the ship creaked loudly and rocked before it came to a stop. All the men flooded out to meet their family, while Harry and Serena simply stepped outside. Serena looked around stiffly. She could hardly believe it. England........she was in England.She never thought she would actually arrive.

A man in a carriage stepped out and shook hands with Harry. " I haven't seen you in a long time father, " he smiled.

Harry smiled back before placing a hand on Serena. " Samuel, this is my oldest son Nicholas. Nick, this is Samuel. "

Nicholas smiled at Serena and shook hands with her as well. This only forced her to tighten her grip as much as possible. It was surprising how many men around her had such strong and large hands. It weakened her constantly. " Hello Samuel, " Nicholas greeted. " How old are you, young man and where are you from? "

Serena's heart jumped to her throat. " I....I- "

" That doesn't matter now, " Harry cut in. " Samuel's staying with us until he can find a job or another place to stay. "

" Alright then, " Nicholas spoke in a louder tone in an attempt to speak over the crowd. Smiling for a brief a second, he turned around and stepped inside the carriage. She followed him soon after Harry. In a few moments, she could only find herself being carried off in a carriage towards a home far from her own.

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" What time is he suppose to arrive, " fifteen year old Anna questioned her older brother for the sixth time that morning.

Darien turned around and flashed her a warning glare. " Ask me that again and I swear I'll - "

" You won't do anything, " she snorted. " I'm a girl and you can't do anything to me. Besides, I'm only fifteen and I'm your sister. You know father would kill you if you tried doing something. "

" Kill? Kill's not such a bad idea, " he muttered under his breath while walking away towards the large gates that surrounded his home.

" Besides, I'm too sweet for you to kill, and you love me too much - "

" And you talk too much, " Darien spat with anger rising in his voice. " Will you please stop talking for at least a minute? "

" I knew it Andrew's a better brother than you. He's nicer and he doesn't yell, " she snorted.

" I'm not yelling! "

" You are now. "

" God! Why did God put women like you on this planet, " Darien roared. He was usually a patient young man, but with a sister five years younger it was hard for him to keep his patience flowing all day. " If you think Andrew is nicer than go to him. It will only save me a load of nonsense I have to keep up with, " he ordered in a calmer but irritated tone.

As if on que, Andrew stepped outside followed Darien's two other sisters; nine year old Jacquelin and Monique who was thirteen years older than her.

Darien took one look at Andrew and a wave of relief seemed to caress his features. Andrew noticed this and chuckled. " Bothering him again, Anna? "

" Yes, he's terribly grumpy but I don't see why, " Anna pouted.

Darien rolled his eyes while pushing a few ebony strands away from his face. Muttering softly, he opened the gate and pushed the wide doors open. His father would arrive soon and this was the last preparation he needed to make.

" You do know that papa's not going to be happy with the way you're acting, right, " Jacquelin stated as if it were a fact.

" Jackie, the only one he's not going to be pleased with is Anna, " Darien snorted.

" Excuse me, and what grumpy thing did I do to deserve his disapproval, " Anna protested with an annoyed look.

" Both of you hush up, " Monique cut in while helping Darien pull the heavy doors open. " He won't be pleased with both of you if you don't stop. "

" Monique stop trying to act like mother, " Anna rolled her eyes.

Monique raised her brows in disbelief and flashed Anna an angry glare. " I'm not trying to act like mother. Being the oldest female in this house I have to do something. I'm only doing my job as your older sister. Besides, mother's dead, you're acting like a baby and Jacquelin's too young so who else can at least try to keep things in order around here? "

There was a warning tone in her voice that silenced everyone. Anna only crossed her arms and frowned. However, she didn't speak any more.

Darien flashed Anna a victorious smirk and turned away before she could say anything.

For the next few minutes only the sound of birds singing could be heard. The siblings were quiet. Andrew and Darien flashed each other a few looks every now and then while Monique only stood with her head held up high to prevent her from saying anything more for fear that her voice might crack with tears.

Jacquelin only leaned towards Anna and whispered, " You shouldn't have said that. You know she doesn't like it when you mention something about mother. "

" Shush, " Anna whispered harshly not wanting to hear any more of it.

In a few seconds, the sound of horses caused all heads to turn. Beyond the willows and oak trees appeared the sight of a carriage heading in their direction.

" Papa, " Jacquelin bubbled with excitement and ran towards the carriage which came to a stop a few feet away from the gate. Harry stepped out and picked up his daughter in his arms. " Hello there princess, I haven't seen you in a while. "

Jacquelin grinned and embraced him, her dimples growing larger on her rose colored cheeks. Her blue eyes were sparkling with joy. Her whole face seemed to glow. " I missed you. "

" Papa, " Anna called out soon followed by the others. " Why did you take so long? "

Harry leaned forward and embraced her. " I've only been gone for less than two months......oh and look at you, " he smiled while looking at Monique. He gently set Jacquelin down and kissed Monique's cheek.
" You're looking more like your mother everyday. "

Monique smiled and embraced him. " It's been too long since we've had our old man back home. We cooked for you. "

" I look forward to it, I'm starving, but look at you young men. Good god you're all so tall.....taller than I remember. "

Andrew and Darien smiled while shaking hands with their father. " Good to have you back home. "

Serena watched their reunion from a distance with a small smile on her face. She couldn't help but wonder if she would ever do the same thing with her own family.

Nicholas stepped outside the carriage and walked towards them with a smile on his face. The girls flocked around Harry while Jacquelin tugged at Harry's shirt. " Papa, did you bring me a present? "

Harry looked down at her and chuckled. " Yes, I brought you all your presents, but first there's someone I'd like you to meet. Samuel, " he called out.

All eyes fell upon Serena who slowly walked towards them with hesitance. Her heart was thudding against her chest. She wasn't sure if their reactions were going to be good, and she was beginning to doubt if she could keep acting like a man. Harry's warm smile didn't seem to help, nor did the way Anna was looking at her. The younger girl had a flirtasious grin and she seemed to blink every now and then in an attempt to show off her long lashes. Serena could only swollow a lump in her throat.

" Everyone, this is Samuel. I found him at sea.....he nearly drowned and he's going to be staying with us for a while. Samuel, this is my family, " Harry grinned.

Monique stepped forward and smiled at Serena. She could only smile back at her and "try" to smile at Darien and Andrew who shook hands with her. This was a masculine welcome from her point of view. Jacquelin tugged at her pants and smiled. " Hello, I'm Jacquelin. Just call me Jackie, " she grinned.

" Hello Jackie, " Serena smiled back at the child with the same deep voice she had been using on the ship. Jacquelin and Monique seemed to making her feel comfortable. The family was friendly, but what kept her alert were two of the siblings......Darien and Anna. Darien's smile was charming and he looked extremely handsome. Serena wanted to do something femenine to impress him, but she could only smile back......especially with Anna beside her.

" Hello Samuel, I'm Anna, " she grinned while shaking hands with Serena.

Serena felt a bit relieved since she was actually sharing a handshake with a female, but she still kept her grip firm like a young man. Anna even tried leaning over to kiss her on the cheek but Serena only stepped back in panic. Luckily, it wasn't too obvious.

" Alright then, now that you all know each other, let's get inside for a good meal. I haven't had one in quite a while, " Harry led Serena to his home which was just as big as Serena's.......maybe bigger. She was beginning to wonder if he was of royalty or if all houses in England were just this way. Either way, if this is the family that she would be staying with for a while, it would be rather interesting.

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Author's Notes: I didn't make this chapter interesting because it was only pretty much an introduction to the characters and their personalities. Regarding the next chapter though, I'll be telling you a little detail of what will happen: Serena will get drunk. O.O It makes me wonder.......what can she do being drunk? What will happen? :) Anyhow, thanks for the emails and reviews and please pardon the typos.


" Everyone this is Samuel. He nearly drowned at sea and he's going to stay with us