Chapter 2
At five o'clock, Prue finally parks her car in front of the house. The photo shoot was extremely long and difficult. Problems kept popping up every second. Prue isn't unhappy that the day is finally over.
As she unlocks the door, she says " Piper, Phoebe, anybody home? ". Since there is only silence, Prue realizes she's alone in the Manor. As she goes to put her equipment in her darkroom, she notices a note on the kitchen table.
"Prue, Piper,
I went shopping with Lucy.
I'll be back for dinner.
Phoebe."
While Prue finished reading the note, she hears the front door open. She goes to see who it is and she finds Piper and Leo.
" Hi, Prue. " Piper does when she sees her. " How's it going? "
" Except for the fact that I lost a whole day to take pictures that aren't even good, everything's fine. " Prue answers. " How was your day? "
" A little better than yours, I'd say. " Piper answers.
" Really? " Prue sarcastically reacts.
" Okay, a lot better than yours. " Leo says.
" So you're not here for work. " is Prue's conclusion.
" No. "
The three of them go to the kitchen.
" I thought you had to go to P3 tonight? " Prue tells as she opens the fridge.
" Yeah, but we came here to eat dinner. " Piper answers. " And I have to change my clothes. "
Realizing that Phoebe never came to see them, Piper asks " Where's Phoebe?"
" She left a note saying that she's gone shopping with Lucy. " Prue answers. "She should be back soon. "
Piper nods to let her know she understood. Then she starts making a quick dinner. She asks Prue if she'll come to P3 with them tonight. She says she will and that Phoebe will probably accompany them also.
While they're talking, Leo looks through the window. He realizes something's wrong but he's not sure what it is at first.
" Lucy is the neighbor you told me about, Piper ? " he asks.
" Yes, why? "
" That's weird." he mutters.
" What's weird? " Prue asks.
" Her car is in her driveway. You were both using your cars. If Phoebe went shopping with her, they should've taken Lucy's car. " Leo explains.
" Or they could've taken the bus. " Prue replies.
Leo doesn't seem convinced and he is about to protest when Piper speaks.
" Or Phoebe met a friend there and decided to stay with her. You know, Leo, the weird things in our lives aren't all caused by demons and warlocks. "
" I know, Piper. I was only worried for your sister. I'm sorry. " he apologizes.
" I'll let it go this time. " Piper smiles.
Piper, Leo and Prue sit at the table to eat. When they finish their meal, Phoebe still hasn't returned. The girls decide she chose to eat at the restaurant and go upstairs to get changed. When they come back downstairs, Leo is still alone in the living room.
" What the hell is she doing? " Piper asks as she looks at her watch. " The stores must be closed by now. "
" Maybe she's on her way home. " Leo suggests.
" I don't know, Leo. " Prue does. " I'm starting to think you were right. Maybe. "
" Oh no. " Piper cuts in. " You are not going to start that, Prue. Nothing happened to Phoebe. She's a big girl and she probably decided to go out with friends. "
Prue and Leo agree with her. Since it is already time to leave, Piper leaves a note for Phoebe, saying to meet them at the club. In spite of what she told her sister and boyfriend, Piper isn't really reassured about her little sisters' whereabouts. She shakes her head, shaking off her worries damning all the demons who have made their lives so difficult.
When she goes back to the entrance, Leo notices Piper's slightly worried look.
" Are you alright? " he asks her.
" Yeah. " Piper answers. " I was just telling myself I'd really like to know where the hell Phoebe is. "
" You sure? "
" Yes. Let's go, were gonna be late. "
And they all exit the house.
From the window of her living room, all lights turned off, Lucy watches Phoebe's sisters finally leaving the house with the man that arrived with Piper. The Voices whisper to her that she must kill the sisters, but they say nothing about the man. Which means, if he doesn't get involved in any of this, his life will be spared. Lucy leaves the window swearing she will do everything in her power to keep the man alive. It is hard enough to kill the people the Voices tell her to kill, she won't start to kill the others.
Now that the neighbors have left, Lucy can switch on the lights. She then goes to the mirror and looks at herself with a smile. Phoebe was right, this outfit is perfect.
Thinking about her new friend, Lucy's mood gets darker. Tears fill their eyes. Her friend. The first friend she's had for so long. And she has to kill her. God, life is unfair.
In the dark basement, Phoebe is trying to undo the ropes that tie her. Without any success. Since Lucy trapped her here, Phoebe tried everything to free herself. The only thing she's managed to do is bruise her wrist.
Phoebe also tries to understand what has happened. Lucy seemed like a really nice person and they had a lot of fun this afternoon. She could've sworn they'd become friends. Then Lucy traps her and ties her to a chair in her basement. And apparently, she'll do the same with Prue and Piper. The more she thinks about it, the less it makes sense.
Actually, Phoebe is sure of isn't a witch or a demon. After all, she didn't use anything resembling witchcraft or supernatural powers. " Which lives what option?" Phoebe asks herself. " A hit woman? Possible, but I doubt it. A terrorist that wants to take her as a hostage? No, that doesn't work. A thief? No, she hasn't set foot in the manor. A serial killer? Ouch, that works. A crazy woman? No doubt about that." Suddenly, sees the basement door opening, the kitchen light letting her see Lucy's silhouette.
" Lucy! Get me out of here! " Phoebe screams.
" Shh. " Lucy does. " Please, don't scream, Phoebe. "
" Lucy, you tied me to a chair. What did you think I would do? "
" Please, don't scream, Phoebe. " Lucy repeats. " Otherwise, I'll have to gag you and you won't like that. "
" My God, she's really crazy! " Phoebe thinks as she shuts up. If Lucy doesn't gag her, she may be able to call for help later.
" Good. " Lucy does. " Now, I have to go. Be nice, alright, Phoebe? "
" Where are you going? " Phoebe asks her.
" To get one of your sisters, of course. " Lucy answers her. " It won't be very long, you'll see. "
And with that, she closes the door, bathing the youngest Halliwell sister in darkness once again.
At P3, the evening was in full swing. All the customers were enjoying themselves, the music is great and the mood is electrifying. Still, Piper can't really enjoy herself. She is behind the bar's counter, talking with Leo and regularly glancing around the room, hoping to see Phoebe. But there is still no sign of her.
Prue, who had gone to the bathroom, sits back at the counter.
" Phoebe still isn't here? " she asks the couple.
" Apparently not. " Leo answers her. " If she came back home, she didn't come here."
" Did she call? " Prue asks.
" No. " Piper answers. " But I think I'll call home. "
She picks up the phone behind the counter and she dials the manor's number. The answering machine picks up.
" Phoebe? " Piper says. " Are you there? It's Piper. Hello? Okay, well, can you call us at P3 when you get home? Bye. "
Seeing her come back towards Leo and herself, Prue asks her " So? "
" She's still not home. " Piper answers.
She looks at her sister and boyfriend with a worried look. She tries to convince herself that she's worried over nothing but she can't.
" You know " she finally says. " I'm getting worried. I'm afraid something's happened to her. "
" Aren't you the one who told me not to worry? " Prue tells her.
" I know what I said, Prue. But I really have a bad feeling. "
" Do you want me to try to find her? " Leo, a little worried too, offers her.
Before Piper can ask him if he can really do that, she sees Lucy walking towards the bar.
" Hi." Lucy tells them. Phoebe told me this place was and I agree with her, Piper. "
" Uh, thanks. " the owner reacts. " Speaking of Phoebe, is she with you? "
" No. " Lucy answers.
" How's that? " Prue wants to know. " I thought you were supposed to spend the evening together."
" Yes, that's what we did. " Lucy answers. " But we split up at dinner time. I went back home and Phoebe went to the restaurant with friends. "
" At what time did you come back? " Prue asks.
" What is this, an investigation? " Lucy laughs. " I came back at four or five o'clock. Why? "
" And you haven't seen her since? " Piper insists.
" No. What is going on? Is there a problem? "
Prue explains to Lucy that no one knows where Phoebe is and asks her with who Phoebe left. Lucy answers that she doesn't remember. Leo, who hasn't stopped watching the young woman, finally opens his mouth.
" Excuse me." he says. " Did you stay home after that?"
" Yes. I ate and I had to get ready to come here. " Lucy answers.
" That's funny. " Leo continues. " There were no lights in your house during dinner time or after that."
Lucy squints her eyes slightly. " Be careful, my friend. If you insist too much, I'll have to take care of you too and I'm not interested in that. "
" I know. " she says out loud. The electricity was cut. Apparently, the breaker box is broken. It took me forever to find the problem. That's why I came here so late.
Leo nods, more or less convinced. He chooses not to insist. Nonetheless, he decides to keep an eye on this Lucy. After all, one is never careful enough.
Lucy recounts her day with Phoebe and how she showed her many interesting places. Turning to Leo, Lucy says " San Francisco is really a fascinating city, don't you think. " She hesitates, seeming to realize she doesn't know his name.
" Oh, I'm sorry: I forgot to introduce you. " Piper reacts as she understands what is happening. " Leo, this is Lucy, our new neighbor. Lucy, this is Leo Wyatt, my boyfriend. "
" Nice to me you. " Lucy does, smiling at Leo. " You two make a really nice couple. "
" Uh, thanks. " Leo says, giving a look at Piper, who smiles back.
Lucy spends the rest of the evening with Piper, Leo and Prue. They try to enjoy the evening, but since Phoebe doesn't show up, as the hours go by they get more and more worried. At 11:30, Prue is tired of waiting.
" I think I'll head back home and try to see if I can find where Phoebe is. " she tells her sister.
" Okay. " Piper answers. " We'll stay here. I have to stay to close the club. Call us if you have any news. "
" I will. See you later. "
Leo and Piper say goodbye to Prue and she walks towards the exit.
" Prue, wait up! " Lucy calls her.
" What? " Prue asks, turning to face her.
" Can I ask you a favor? You see, I came here by bus but I don't want to go back home alone by bus at this hour. Can you give me a lift? "
" Sure, why not? " accepts Prue.
It's only once she's in the car that Prue wonders why Lucy didn't use her own car. "It doesn't matter. " she tells herself as she turns on the engine.
After saying goodbye to Lucy, Prue enters the house. It's empty. She checks the answering machine in case Phoebe called. There's only Piper's message. There's also no note anywhere in the house.
Prue goes into Phoebe's room to get her address book and goes back downstairs intending to call each and every one of Phoebe's friends if she has too. As she sits on the couch, the phone rings. Thinking it could be Phoebe, Prue quickly answers.
" Hello? "
" Prue? " a voice whispers. " It's Lucy. "
" What's wrong? " Prue asks, sensing fear in her neighbor's voice.
" You've got to come here. I think there's someone in the house. "
" What?! "
" There's someone in my house. Oh no " Lucy says in a panicked voice " he's coming over here. Come quick, please ! "
The phone is cut off
Prue drops the phone and runs out the front door. She doesn't take the time to pick up a weapon. After all, she has her power.
She opens the neighboring house's front door and looks for Lucy. The house is bathed in darkness. Prue cautiously walks in. Suddenly, she hears a scream from the kitchen. " Oh, my God, help me! "
Following her instincts, Prue runs to the kitchen. As she enters the room, Lucy, hidden in a corner, hits her violently behind the head and Prue falls down.
In the basement, Phoebe, whom Lucy gagged to keep her from alerting her sister, hears everything. When she hears her sister's body fall on the kitchen floor above her, she fights even harder against the ropes. With no results.
When Prue opens her eyes, she is tied on a chair next to Phoebe, who has a gag on her mouth. She tries to gesture to her to look the other way. Prue turns around and sees Lucy, who looks at her intensely.
" Like I already told your sister " she says " I'm really sorry, Prue. I have no choice, you know. "
" Why are you doing this? " Prue asks, trying to gain time.
" You know very well why, Prue. " Lucy answers her. " Maybe you weren't there when it happened but your sisters and you are partly responsible for the death of my family. "
" What?! What are you talking about?" Prue reacts.
Instead of answering, Lucy picks up a piece of cloth and walks toward Prue to gag her. Having no intention to let her do so and not needing her hands to use her power of telekinesis, Prue throws Lucy away with it. She lands on a pile of boxes. Lucy gets back up, surprise showing on her face. Then she looks at Prue and squints her eyes.
" Oh, I see. " she does. " The Voices tell me you are witches. "
Prue is so surprised she can't even think of something to say.
" Well, in that case, I'll change my plan. " Lucy continues as she takes a gun out of a box. " If you try that little trick again, Prue, I shoot you're little sister. Understood? "
Prue looks at her captor. She knows that even if Lucy is crazy, she is dangerous. She also knows that no matter what will happen, Lucy will end up killing them. But Piper is still free and may be able to save Phoebe and her. " Where there's life, there's hope. " Prue tells herself choosing not to risk Phoebe's life.
Lucy gags Prue and, for more safety, decides to blindfold her. The Voices told that is where she controls her power. Her task done, Lucy looks sadly at both sisters. Phoebe is surprised to see tears rolling down Lucy's cheeks. She turns around but Phoebe can hear her cry.
" I don't want to do this. " Lucy sobs. " But I have no choice: They're stronger than I am. "
Then, she slowly climbs up the stairs, turning back at the doorstep to say "Don't worry. As soon as I catch Piper, I'll come back and end all of this quickly. You won't hurt. And I promise you I'll leave Leo alone. You deserve that. " And, once again, Lucy closes the basement door, leaving the two sisters alone in the dark.
At five o'clock, Prue finally parks her car in front of the house. The photo shoot was extremely long and difficult. Problems kept popping up every second. Prue isn't unhappy that the day is finally over.
As she unlocks the door, she says " Piper, Phoebe, anybody home? ". Since there is only silence, Prue realizes she's alone in the Manor. As she goes to put her equipment in her darkroom, she notices a note on the kitchen table.
"Prue, Piper,
I went shopping with Lucy.
I'll be back for dinner.
Phoebe."
While Prue finished reading the note, she hears the front door open. She goes to see who it is and she finds Piper and Leo.
" Hi, Prue. " Piper does when she sees her. " How's it going? "
" Except for the fact that I lost a whole day to take pictures that aren't even good, everything's fine. " Prue answers. " How was your day? "
" A little better than yours, I'd say. " Piper answers.
" Really? " Prue sarcastically reacts.
" Okay, a lot better than yours. " Leo says.
" So you're not here for work. " is Prue's conclusion.
" No. "
The three of them go to the kitchen.
" I thought you had to go to P3 tonight? " Prue tells as she opens the fridge.
" Yeah, but we came here to eat dinner. " Piper answers. " And I have to change my clothes. "
Realizing that Phoebe never came to see them, Piper asks " Where's Phoebe?"
" She left a note saying that she's gone shopping with Lucy. " Prue answers. "She should be back soon. "
Piper nods to let her know she understood. Then she starts making a quick dinner. She asks Prue if she'll come to P3 with them tonight. She says she will and that Phoebe will probably accompany them also.
While they're talking, Leo looks through the window. He realizes something's wrong but he's not sure what it is at first.
" Lucy is the neighbor you told me about, Piper ? " he asks.
" Yes, why? "
" That's weird." he mutters.
" What's weird? " Prue asks.
" Her car is in her driveway. You were both using your cars. If Phoebe went shopping with her, they should've taken Lucy's car. " Leo explains.
" Or they could've taken the bus. " Prue replies.
Leo doesn't seem convinced and he is about to protest when Piper speaks.
" Or Phoebe met a friend there and decided to stay with her. You know, Leo, the weird things in our lives aren't all caused by demons and warlocks. "
" I know, Piper. I was only worried for your sister. I'm sorry. " he apologizes.
" I'll let it go this time. " Piper smiles.
Piper, Leo and Prue sit at the table to eat. When they finish their meal, Phoebe still hasn't returned. The girls decide she chose to eat at the restaurant and go upstairs to get changed. When they come back downstairs, Leo is still alone in the living room.
" What the hell is she doing? " Piper asks as she looks at her watch. " The stores must be closed by now. "
" Maybe she's on her way home. " Leo suggests.
" I don't know, Leo. " Prue does. " I'm starting to think you were right. Maybe. "
" Oh no. " Piper cuts in. " You are not going to start that, Prue. Nothing happened to Phoebe. She's a big girl and she probably decided to go out with friends. "
Prue and Leo agree with her. Since it is already time to leave, Piper leaves a note for Phoebe, saying to meet them at the club. In spite of what she told her sister and boyfriend, Piper isn't really reassured about her little sisters' whereabouts. She shakes her head, shaking off her worries damning all the demons who have made their lives so difficult.
When she goes back to the entrance, Leo notices Piper's slightly worried look.
" Are you alright? " he asks her.
" Yeah. " Piper answers. " I was just telling myself I'd really like to know where the hell Phoebe is. "
" You sure? "
" Yes. Let's go, were gonna be late. "
And they all exit the house.
From the window of her living room, all lights turned off, Lucy watches Phoebe's sisters finally leaving the house with the man that arrived with Piper. The Voices whisper to her that she must kill the sisters, but they say nothing about the man. Which means, if he doesn't get involved in any of this, his life will be spared. Lucy leaves the window swearing she will do everything in her power to keep the man alive. It is hard enough to kill the people the Voices tell her to kill, she won't start to kill the others.
Now that the neighbors have left, Lucy can switch on the lights. She then goes to the mirror and looks at herself with a smile. Phoebe was right, this outfit is perfect.
Thinking about her new friend, Lucy's mood gets darker. Tears fill their eyes. Her friend. The first friend she's had for so long. And she has to kill her. God, life is unfair.
In the dark basement, Phoebe is trying to undo the ropes that tie her. Without any success. Since Lucy trapped her here, Phoebe tried everything to free herself. The only thing she's managed to do is bruise her wrist.
Phoebe also tries to understand what has happened. Lucy seemed like a really nice person and they had a lot of fun this afternoon. She could've sworn they'd become friends. Then Lucy traps her and ties her to a chair in her basement. And apparently, she'll do the same with Prue and Piper. The more she thinks about it, the less it makes sense.
Actually, Phoebe is sure of isn't a witch or a demon. After all, she didn't use anything resembling witchcraft or supernatural powers. " Which lives what option?" Phoebe asks herself. " A hit woman? Possible, but I doubt it. A terrorist that wants to take her as a hostage? No, that doesn't work. A thief? No, she hasn't set foot in the manor. A serial killer? Ouch, that works. A crazy woman? No doubt about that." Suddenly, sees the basement door opening, the kitchen light letting her see Lucy's silhouette.
" Lucy! Get me out of here! " Phoebe screams.
" Shh. " Lucy does. " Please, don't scream, Phoebe. "
" Lucy, you tied me to a chair. What did you think I would do? "
" Please, don't scream, Phoebe. " Lucy repeats. " Otherwise, I'll have to gag you and you won't like that. "
" My God, she's really crazy! " Phoebe thinks as she shuts up. If Lucy doesn't gag her, she may be able to call for help later.
" Good. " Lucy does. " Now, I have to go. Be nice, alright, Phoebe? "
" Where are you going? " Phoebe asks her.
" To get one of your sisters, of course. " Lucy answers her. " It won't be very long, you'll see. "
And with that, she closes the door, bathing the youngest Halliwell sister in darkness once again.
At P3, the evening was in full swing. All the customers were enjoying themselves, the music is great and the mood is electrifying. Still, Piper can't really enjoy herself. She is behind the bar's counter, talking with Leo and regularly glancing around the room, hoping to see Phoebe. But there is still no sign of her.
Prue, who had gone to the bathroom, sits back at the counter.
" Phoebe still isn't here? " she asks the couple.
" Apparently not. " Leo answers her. " If she came back home, she didn't come here."
" Did she call? " Prue asks.
" No. " Piper answers. " But I think I'll call home. "
She picks up the phone behind the counter and she dials the manor's number. The answering machine picks up.
" Phoebe? " Piper says. " Are you there? It's Piper. Hello? Okay, well, can you call us at P3 when you get home? Bye. "
Seeing her come back towards Leo and herself, Prue asks her " So? "
" She's still not home. " Piper answers.
She looks at her sister and boyfriend with a worried look. She tries to convince herself that she's worried over nothing but she can't.
" You know " she finally says. " I'm getting worried. I'm afraid something's happened to her. "
" Aren't you the one who told me not to worry? " Prue tells her.
" I know what I said, Prue. But I really have a bad feeling. "
" Do you want me to try to find her? " Leo, a little worried too, offers her.
Before Piper can ask him if he can really do that, she sees Lucy walking towards the bar.
" Hi." Lucy tells them. Phoebe told me this place was and I agree with her, Piper. "
" Uh, thanks. " the owner reacts. " Speaking of Phoebe, is she with you? "
" No. " Lucy answers.
" How's that? " Prue wants to know. " I thought you were supposed to spend the evening together."
" Yes, that's what we did. " Lucy answers. " But we split up at dinner time. I went back home and Phoebe went to the restaurant with friends. "
" At what time did you come back? " Prue asks.
" What is this, an investigation? " Lucy laughs. " I came back at four or five o'clock. Why? "
" And you haven't seen her since? " Piper insists.
" No. What is going on? Is there a problem? "
Prue explains to Lucy that no one knows where Phoebe is and asks her with who Phoebe left. Lucy answers that she doesn't remember. Leo, who hasn't stopped watching the young woman, finally opens his mouth.
" Excuse me." he says. " Did you stay home after that?"
" Yes. I ate and I had to get ready to come here. " Lucy answers.
" That's funny. " Leo continues. " There were no lights in your house during dinner time or after that."
Lucy squints her eyes slightly. " Be careful, my friend. If you insist too much, I'll have to take care of you too and I'm not interested in that. "
" I know. " she says out loud. The electricity was cut. Apparently, the breaker box is broken. It took me forever to find the problem. That's why I came here so late.
Leo nods, more or less convinced. He chooses not to insist. Nonetheless, he decides to keep an eye on this Lucy. After all, one is never careful enough.
Lucy recounts her day with Phoebe and how she showed her many interesting places. Turning to Leo, Lucy says " San Francisco is really a fascinating city, don't you think. " She hesitates, seeming to realize she doesn't know his name.
" Oh, I'm sorry: I forgot to introduce you. " Piper reacts as she understands what is happening. " Leo, this is Lucy, our new neighbor. Lucy, this is Leo Wyatt, my boyfriend. "
" Nice to me you. " Lucy does, smiling at Leo. " You two make a really nice couple. "
" Uh, thanks. " Leo says, giving a look at Piper, who smiles back.
Lucy spends the rest of the evening with Piper, Leo and Prue. They try to enjoy the evening, but since Phoebe doesn't show up, as the hours go by they get more and more worried. At 11:30, Prue is tired of waiting.
" I think I'll head back home and try to see if I can find where Phoebe is. " she tells her sister.
" Okay. " Piper answers. " We'll stay here. I have to stay to close the club. Call us if you have any news. "
" I will. See you later. "
Leo and Piper say goodbye to Prue and she walks towards the exit.
" Prue, wait up! " Lucy calls her.
" What? " Prue asks, turning to face her.
" Can I ask you a favor? You see, I came here by bus but I don't want to go back home alone by bus at this hour. Can you give me a lift? "
" Sure, why not? " accepts Prue.
It's only once she's in the car that Prue wonders why Lucy didn't use her own car. "It doesn't matter. " she tells herself as she turns on the engine.
After saying goodbye to Lucy, Prue enters the house. It's empty. She checks the answering machine in case Phoebe called. There's only Piper's message. There's also no note anywhere in the house.
Prue goes into Phoebe's room to get her address book and goes back downstairs intending to call each and every one of Phoebe's friends if she has too. As she sits on the couch, the phone rings. Thinking it could be Phoebe, Prue quickly answers.
" Hello? "
" Prue? " a voice whispers. " It's Lucy. "
" What's wrong? " Prue asks, sensing fear in her neighbor's voice.
" You've got to come here. I think there's someone in the house. "
" What?! "
" There's someone in my house. Oh no " Lucy says in a panicked voice " he's coming over here. Come quick, please ! "
The phone is cut off
Prue drops the phone and runs out the front door. She doesn't take the time to pick up a weapon. After all, she has her power.
She opens the neighboring house's front door and looks for Lucy. The house is bathed in darkness. Prue cautiously walks in. Suddenly, she hears a scream from the kitchen. " Oh, my God, help me! "
Following her instincts, Prue runs to the kitchen. As she enters the room, Lucy, hidden in a corner, hits her violently behind the head and Prue falls down.
In the basement, Phoebe, whom Lucy gagged to keep her from alerting her sister, hears everything. When she hears her sister's body fall on the kitchen floor above her, she fights even harder against the ropes. With no results.
When Prue opens her eyes, she is tied on a chair next to Phoebe, who has a gag on her mouth. She tries to gesture to her to look the other way. Prue turns around and sees Lucy, who looks at her intensely.
" Like I already told your sister " she says " I'm really sorry, Prue. I have no choice, you know. "
" Why are you doing this? " Prue asks, trying to gain time.
" You know very well why, Prue. " Lucy answers her. " Maybe you weren't there when it happened but your sisters and you are partly responsible for the death of my family. "
" What?! What are you talking about?" Prue reacts.
Instead of answering, Lucy picks up a piece of cloth and walks toward Prue to gag her. Having no intention to let her do so and not needing her hands to use her power of telekinesis, Prue throws Lucy away with it. She lands on a pile of boxes. Lucy gets back up, surprise showing on her face. Then she looks at Prue and squints her eyes.
" Oh, I see. " she does. " The Voices tell me you are witches. "
Prue is so surprised she can't even think of something to say.
" Well, in that case, I'll change my plan. " Lucy continues as she takes a gun out of a box. " If you try that little trick again, Prue, I shoot you're little sister. Understood? "
Prue looks at her captor. She knows that even if Lucy is crazy, she is dangerous. She also knows that no matter what will happen, Lucy will end up killing them. But Piper is still free and may be able to save Phoebe and her. " Where there's life, there's hope. " Prue tells herself choosing not to risk Phoebe's life.
Lucy gags Prue and, for more safety, decides to blindfold her. The Voices told that is where she controls her power. Her task done, Lucy looks sadly at both sisters. Phoebe is surprised to see tears rolling down Lucy's cheeks. She turns around but Phoebe can hear her cry.
" I don't want to do this. " Lucy sobs. " But I have no choice: They're stronger than I am. "
Then, she slowly climbs up the stairs, turning back at the doorstep to say "Don't worry. As soon as I catch Piper, I'll come back and end all of this quickly. You won't hurt. And I promise you I'll leave Leo alone. You deserve that. " And, once again, Lucy closes the basement door, leaving the two sisters alone in the dark.