This part is written by Roswellian Princess 2001

Part 11

The next morning shone bright and clear. Maria was the first to awaken, feeling warm and safe. She shifted slightly to look at Michael, then smiled when his arms immediately tightened around her. Even in sleep he wasn't going to let her get very far.

She looked up at his face and kissed his eyes, then his nose, ending at his lips. By the time she reached is lips, he was awake. He returned her kiss and opened his eyes.

"Is this how you plan to wake me up every morning? Because if so, I am never gonna leave."

Maria smiled. "Good morning." She kissed him again before slipping from his arms. She went to the dresser and pulled out a pair of shorts a tank top. After gathering her clothes she went to the Michael's side of the bed. "I am going to go into the bathroom and change. Leo left some clothes on the dresser for you. I guess he noticed your lack of luggage. When you are changed come downstairs. Piper makes the best breakfast. Then we can see the sites of the city til the rest of the gang arrives."

"Sounds good to me," he replied.

After changing into Leo's clothes, which surprisingly fit, Michael opened the door and his nose was assaulted by smells coming from downstairs.

He made his way into the kitchen and saw that Maria was already sitting at the table. He bent down and kissed her head before sitting next to her. Piper smiled over the exchange.

"Good morning, Michael. Hungry?"

"Um..yeah. Thanks."

Piper brought over a warm plate filled with eggs, bacon, sausage and toast. He was amazed at the amount of food that was piled. "How come you never make breakfast like this?" he asked Maria.

She playfully slapped his arm. "Wouldn't want to spoil you or anything."

"So what are your plans for today Maria?" Phoebe asked as she entered the kitchen with Cole.

"Oh I don't know. I thought maybe I would take Michael around the city a little. Show him the Pier and some other sites."

"Are you sure that's such a good idea," asked Cole. "I mean The Source could be anywhere."

"Don't worry Cole. I have my very own bodyguard to protect me. Besides. We still aren't sure that he even knows who I am."

"Yeah, but we can't be sure that he doesn't either," said Piper.

"Guys, please. I refuse to be locked up all day long. Michael will be with me, but I need to get out. I feel like I have been cooped up for way too long."

Cole nodded, understanding. "Just promise to be careful. If you run into any problems call for Leo, and I will be right behind him."

Maria walked over and gave him a hug. "I will. Thanks, Cole."

After breakfast Michael and Maria left. The Haliwells along with Cole and Leo all sat at the kitchen table to discuss their situation.

"Maria seems to be pretty confident in her friends," said Phoebe. "They have been through a lot together."

"I know, but they are just kids," said Cole.

"Kids who have special powers," remarked Leo.

"But still children," said Prue. "Let's just make sure that one of us is with them as much as possible. Maria has told me about what they can do, and I am sure they can be a huge help. But I don't want to risk any of them. If it looks like it's going to get dangerous I want them gone."

Prue was always the leader. She had the best instincts when in came to dangerous situations.

"Leo, what did the elders have to say about everything?" asked Piper.

"They didn't say much. They are angry about the fact that they are all going to have to know about you guys. But I think they might actually understand that it is necessary to protect the Chosen One."

"Let's just hope they continue to show their support," said Cole.

MEANWHILE SOMEWHERE IN SAN FRANCISCO

"Master, the girl has left the Manor house. Her and the boy are wandering around the city."

The Source smiled his evil grin. "This could be easier than we thought. Send a Flazar Demon after her. His mind control ability should make it fairly easy for her to come to me. Tell him that if needed, get rid of the boy."

The Source watched as his minion scuttled off to do his bidding. "Soon," he growled. "Soon the Chosen One will be dead, and all good will be destroyed."
"Are you sure about that?" asked a voice from the shadows. "The one with her is one of the hatchlings. He has great power, more power than even he realizes. He could be trouble."

"Nonsense," said The Source. "I will not let some child come between me and total domination."

"I see. Just remember, the hatchlings may be easier to destroy one by one. But when they are all together they are a formidable force."

"Don't worry, Nasedo, those hatchlings will not be a problem."

TBC

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