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A/N: I really don't have anything to say. I just want to thank all of you who are reading/reviewing my stories. I really appreciate it. This is the last chapter of this story.

Parent Trap

The Time Has Come Today

Today is the day that things would probably come back to normal. Tyler's dad is leaving in an hour. Right now, he's not really sure how he feels about the whole situation.

"Are you ready to leave?" asked Hank.

"Almost," he replied. "Hank, do you want to come to my house?"

"What for?"

"Just to hang out and whatever. My dad is leaving today."

"Really? Marianne's dad is leaving, too. What a relief! Actually, the guys wasn't so bad, but I'm not complaining that he's leaving."

Tyler sighed and picked up his belongings.

"What's wrong?" asked Hank.

"My dad and I really did not come in good terms."

"Are you glad that he's leaving?"

"I don't really know. I'll cross that bridge when I get there."

The two of them just finished their 2-hour early duty at the station. It was only nine o'clock. No one brought a car, so the two just walked to Tyler's house while throwing the ball back and forth between them.

"How are things with Val?" asked Hank.

"We're okay for now."

"Did you guys fight?"

"Not really. It was just another of those misunderstandings that comes with the whole package in relationships."

"Nicely put," Hank said as he threw the football again. "These past weeks have been crazy. At least you're only dealing with your father. I dealt with the general. He could have rid of me any time and any way he wanted."

As they arrived at Tyler's house, a black motorcycle stopped beside them.

"Hey Jamie!" they both greeted.

"Hey guys!" Jamie said. "Did you just come from the station?"

"Yea, but there weren't too many calls though," Tyler said. "You better hurry, because Alex is waiting for you."

"I heard that you're dad is leaving today."

"Who told you?"

"Caitie, who heard it from Val, who heard it from you."

"I see," Tyler laughed. "Well, he is leaving in a few minutes now."

"How are things with you two?"

"Not that good."

"Do you want my advice?"

"Sure."

"Just talk things out with him. Trust me on this one. These past few weeks, my dad and I were basically on bad terms. After the competition and all was over, I learned to appreciate him and what he does, not only as my father but as a human being."

Tyler and Hank just stared at him.

"Whoa, Jamie, can you hear yourself talking?" said Hank. "What has Caitie done to you?"

"Very funny," he said. "Just trust me on this one."

"I will," said Tyler. "Thanks."

"Well, better not keep Alex waiting."

As Jamie drove off, Matthew Connell came out of the house with his luggage.

"Come on," Tyler said as they approached him. "Hey."

"Hey," his dad said. "Can you help me with these bags?"

"Sure. By the way, Dad, this is Hank. Hank, this is my dad, Matthew Connell."

"Nice to meet you, Mr. Connell."

"Same here."

After five minutes, the car was already packed up and Matthew was ready to go.

"I think I better leave you two alone for now," Hank said when he saw Matthew approach them.

"Thanks."

"So, Tyler, I guess this is it."

"I'm sorry about last night."

"It was my fault. I should be the one to apologize."

"Well, we both said a lot of things. I think I'm entitled to apologize as well."

"It was wrong of me to say those things about the people you care about. I'm sure that I got it all wrong. Hank seems like a nice kid."

"He's the best."

There was an awkward silence before Tyler spoke up.

"Look, Dad, I didn't mean most of the things that I said last night. You're not a loser. As much as I hate to admit it, I really had fun with you when I was younger. When you were around anyway."

"I didn't mean to abandon you like that. I really do love you."

"I guess deep down, I knew that, too, but I was just mad. Last night, everything that I have always wanted to say to you came out. For the most part, they were because I was angry. I wanted to blame everything on someone. You were the easy target. I realize now that this is a family problem."

"I should have been there for you. I'm sorry for that."

"And one more thing."

"What that?"

"I didn't mean it when I said for you to stay out of my life. And the part where I said that I don't want you in it, well, I think it would be best if you visit once in a while."

"I'll try to do that as often as I can."

"Or you know, I could visit you there."

"That would be great. I'll call you when I get there."

"You better call."

"I better leave right now before I miss my flight."

"You can always come here if that happens."

"Send my regards to your mother, and to William as well. He's a nice guy."

"I know. I guess this is it."

"I guess so."

The two of them stood in silence for a few moments before Tyler's dad hugged him.

"I will really miss you."

"Same here."

"Goodbye Tyler."

"Goodbye Dad."

They broke their hug, and in a second, Matthew finally drove off. Hank figured that it was his cue to come back.

"How did that go? Is he going to come back?"

"It went well. I have a feeling that I'll see him soon."

"Why?"

"I'll tell you later. Now, what do you say to bothering Jamie…"

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The End! Story #5 of the NOEbY series is coming up. I don't know the title yet. Thanks for reading. I had no idea that this story would take 18 chapters. I'll be back! ~ Scarlet182 (Shameless Plug: Also read "Realization of Fate.")