Phoebes Soccer team
CHAPTER 4: FACING FEAR
Prue's car arrived at Phoebe's school. Phoebe took a deep breath, closed her eyes and thought-"well, this is it, it's time to face my fears, everything is going to be ok, I'm fine, I'm good, I'm great,..I'm.
Phoebe!-------Prue shouted--- are you even listening to me?, what's wrong with you, this is the fourth time I call your name and you don't even breath.
Sorry, didn't hear you, I was just thinking----said Phoebe as she opened the car's door.
Thinking about what? Are you ok?, can I get you something?
No, I'm fine, really, I was just wondering about my soccer team, do you think I still have what it takes to be in the team?
Of course you do honey, everybody knows how good you are, they must be waiting for you, eagerly, you'll find out as soon as you go to practice this afternoon, just remember to be careful with that knee.
Sure, don't worry; I'll be careful-said Phoebe closing the car's door-
Good, call me when you are ready to go home, I'll come and pick you up.
Done - said Phoebe as she bent down to kiss her sister.
Bye honey, I love you---yelled Prue driving away.
Love you too! -Shouted Phoebe as she waved---
Phoebe walked slowly through the parking lot, what really bothered her was that fact that she couldn't remember the face of the girl that threatened her life. She closed her eyes, trying hard to remember that night at the hospital but it was useless, the only thing she remembered, and very well, was the red car, a brand new Mitsubishi with "Ozzie's" picture right on the hood.
Ok, what I have to do now is to find that car and see who's driving it, that will clear my mind and will give me a chance to talk to that bitch ---- she thought, looking around trying to spot the red car-
Someone behind her suddenly startled Phoebe, she turned around and took the girl's hand away from her shoulder; getting ready to fight back.
Hey, sorry if I startled you, I didn't mean to, I'm so glad you're back!
"Angela", it's so good to see you again - said Phoebe as she hugged her friend.
You don't even know how much we have all missed you.. and your scoring goals too!-Angela laughed as she hugged Phoebe joyfully.---
Thanks Angie, this really means a lot to me, I doubted if I was still going to be in the team
Are you kidding?, we've all been praying for you to get better so that you could come back and play with us, we really need you Phoebe, I mean it.
Thanks again Angie, --Phoebe smiled and lovingly returned the hug--- now let's go inside, it's almost time for our classes to begin-said Phoebe pulling her friend's arm to keep walking inside the school.
Can you see who's back?-----asked Jane closing the car's door---
Yeah! I guess real fun is about to begin --- answer Julia taking off her sunglasses---
They rushed themselves to catch up with Phoebe and they followed her to her locker.
See you later on the playing field --- said Phoebe to Angela as the latter walked to the other end of the hall-
Sure, take care Phoebe, I'll see you later-answered Angela without turning around to see her friend-
Phoebe opened her locker to get some books out, but it was suddenly closed back with a sturdy blow.
What the hell?-----asked Phoebe turning her head around to find out what happened-
Hi there Blondie, I can see you are back and feeling better now, don't you?- -- said Julia grabbing Phoebes chin and backing her up against her locker---
Phoebe dropped her books and nervously started to shake.---"What do you want? Phoebe managed to ask-
Nothing, for the moment, I just want to remind you what I told you at the hospital, remember what it was?----- asked Julia as she got closer to Phoebe's ear to whisper-
So that was you! --- Said Phoebe trying to get away from them, but she was immediately pulled back by Jane as she grabbed her from behind her head and pulled her hair back-
Julia got so angry by Phoebe's attempt, that she strongly gave her a blow on the stomach.
Phoebe's scream was quickly hushed by Jane's hand, but she did bent down in pain., and without pulling away the hand from Phoebe's mouth, they backhanded her -- we're going to be watching you real close, Halliwell-
But ww..hy.me, what did I do to you?---- asked Phoebe crying, she was really hurting. Her ribs were still a little bit soared and her knee suddenly started to feel a little pain too.
What did you do? ----You're actually asking me what did you do? You should know better., and besides, you hurt my little sister, that's what, ---and no one gets away with that, understand? No one! ----
I don't know what are you talking about; really I don't---said Phoebe crying---
Yeah, sure, like if I cared----replied Julia---- You take this as a warning, remember if you say something about this you'll be sorry, think about your sisters too., do you understand what I said?
Julia did not wait for an answer and she punched Phoebe again on her stomach, leaving her on the floor, trying hard to breath.
Jane laughed and wrapped her arm around her sister's waist. They both walked through the hall, pretending like if nothing happened.
Phoebe painfully got up from the floor and slowly started to pick up her books.---nobody tried to help her. Everybody was too afraid to get in trouble. They just stood there, motionless, speechless, and heartless. Just staring at her.
My God ---Phoebe said to herself--- what am I going to do? --- They are not going to leave me alone, I have to think of something or they will keep bothering me forever, but what.what can I do?
The bell rang and everybody went outside, school was over for the day, but Phoebe had to go to soccer practice. She was a little nervous at first, but she calmed herself down when she saw the coast was clear. There were no signs of the avenger sister whatsoever, so she walked self-confidently to the soccer field.
Phoebe! Everybody shouted joyfully and ran to greet her. Well, almost everybody, Tina remained were she was, holding the ball in her hands, just staring, Tina was Julia's best friend, and the best defense player in the whole league, but she was a bitch too.
She was already waiting for Phoebe, she was supposed to keep an eye on her and make her life miserably as well.
Phoebe didn't even noticed Tina's behavior and just kept hugging her teammates with joy. The coach suddenly interrupted the party; she sent everybody back to the field and also welcomed Phoebe with a huge embrace. -Welcome back, Phoebe, we really missed you.
Thanks coach -- replied Phoebe greening. ---
Ok, enough is enough, get in there and show me what you got. ---Said the coach hitting playfully Phoebe's butt - -
Phoebe laughed and ran inside the field ----Oh my God, I've missed this, I really have- Whispered Phoebe to herself.
Phoebe! ---Shouted the coach--- You better go to the dressers to put on your training uniform, we've got some new ones, yours is inside your locker.
Ok, coach! ---- She shouted as she slowly jogged to the dressing rooms, trying not to overwork her knee.
Phoebe was undressing herself when she heard a noise behind her; she turned around only to find Tina. She was staring at her, just watching Phoebe's naked body, quietly, without even blinking.
Hey there Tina! You scared the shit out of me! ---- Said Phoebe taking her hands to her chest as she released some air-----
Why are you so nervous? ---Asked Tina walking slowly towards her---- It's just me. Don't be silly, of course I'm not nervous, it's just that I didn't hear you come in---answered Phoebe as she continued changing into her uniform---- That's all.
Tina didn't say a word and just kept walking towards Phoebe, smiling, tossing the ball through the air and catching it back.---
Phoebe stopped what she was doing and glanced at Tina, starting to wonder what she was up to. Tina was acting strange, but she didn't know what was wrong, the only thing she knew is that she didn't like what she was feeling.
What's going on Tina?---- asked Phoebe suspiciously--- Is everything ok?, can I do something for you?
"Sure you can precious! ----Answered Tina throwing the ball away and grabbing Phoebe's arms-----
"Phoebe, what's taking you so long? -----Asked Angie as she entered the dressing rooms--- There you are!... Are you ready dude? "Hey, there I am waiting for you outside, at plain sun and here you are having a nice gossip chat with Tina, come on dude, move your butt, let's get some sweat!-- - Angela smiled, grabbed Phoebe's hand and pulled her outside to the field.
Prue left her work early. She war real busy but decided instead to go and watch Phoebe's training game. She wanted to make sure that her sister kept her promise and took her soccer practices easy, so she arrived early at Phoebe's school and silently sat down on the bleachers, Phoebe didn't even notice Prue's presence.
Ok, everybody, one more lap, except you Phoebe, go hit the showers. Two hours have passed since they started practicing, so Phoebe felt relieved with the coach's orders.
Phoebe stopped and bent down, holding her knees, trying to regain her breath. The rest of the team kept running.
Tina saw Phoebe bending down and evilly smiled, she suddenly increased her speed and pushed Phoebe from behind with all her strength.
. Phoebe landed hard on her stomach, hurting her knee as well, and Tina fell on Phoebes back, placing her elbow on Phoebe's neck, making her face hit the ground and splitting her lower lip open. Blood immediately started flowing and dripped on the ground.
"Phoebe!" --yelled Angie as she ran to Phoebe's side---
Oh God! --- Shouted Prue jumping from her seat-"Phoebe" !!
When Tina tried to get up she intentionally stepped on Phoebe's knee and twisted her foot. "Ouch! ----Screamed Phoebe--- as she started to cry out in pain.
I've got you sweetie! ---- Said Prue as she slowly lifted Phoebe up from the ground and held her against her chest.---
Here, take this, ---said Angela as she handed Prue a white towel --- I'll get you some water.
Quick, let's bring her to the infirmary ---said the coach----
Don't Please! --- Cried Phoebe--- it hurts a lot, don't move me Prue, I'm begging you. Please. Phoebe closed her eyes and grabbed her sister's hand tightly.
Tina just stood there, watching, without saying a single word. But there was a slight beam of joy in her eyes. "I'm sorry, I didn't see her, I swear.." ----Said Tina trying to look guilty and repented.
The doctor's on her way, here's the water Prue, how is she? ---Asked Angela gasping----
I really don't know Angie, but she is in a lot of pain. ----Prue stopped talking when she saw her sister wincing and crying even louder.
Hang on Phoebe, you'll be ok, just hang on in there ---- Prue hugged her sister and realized that Phoebe was suddenly unconscious.
Come on baby, wake up, stay with me, --stay with me Phoebe!
The doctor arrived and quickly kneeled down to check on Phoebe. She immediately gave her a shot for the pain and suggested to take her as soon as possible to the hospital for some X-rays.
Fine, said Prue as she lifted her sister, let's hope she doesn't wake up right now doctor, she was in a lot of pain and begged me not to move her.
Don't worry Miss Halliwell, she's out cold, and besides, with the shot I've just given her she won't be aching at all.
All right then, let me take her to the hospital, are you coming Angie?, I could really use your help---
Of course Prue, you don't have to ask me , I was going to come with you any way. ---Answered Angela--- Let me just pick up Phoebe's belongings and we're off.
The rest of Phoebe's teammates just stood there, everybody feeling sorry for Phoebe, well, almost everybody, Tina just stood there, smiling, feeling great because everything turned out just the way she wanted it.
Inside the car, Prue grabbed the phone and called Piper. She asked her to go straight to the SFMH. She told her that Phoebe was hurt in the soccer practice and also asked her to be careful driving herself to the hospital.
After she hung up, Prue turned her head around to the back seat and asked Angie how was her sister doing?.
---She's still out cold Prue, but she's not showing any pain signs.-
"Well of course she's not, she's been drugged!"
Later that night, Phoebe was resting in her hospital room; both her sisters were beside her, Piper was stroking Phoebe's hair and Prue was waiting for the doctor.
Are you sure you are feeling ok? -Asked Piper with her usual sweet voice.
I'm fine Piper, really, I am ---- answered Phoebe as if nothing happened.
Yeah, you look fine now, but maybe you won't be feeling "fine" after the effect of the local anesthetic shot runs out. ---- Said Prue worriedly.
I'm telling you I feel fine, it doesn't hurt anymore, well, maybe just a little, but that shows that the effect of the sedative is gone, and that I can bare the pain. ---Reassured Phoebe----
Alright, let's just wait to find out what the doctor has to say, if he says it's ok for you to come home, we'll take you home, but if he says you have to stay for the night, you are staying missy, do you get that? ---- Asked Prue as she lifted up her sister's chin and kissed her nose.
Piper laughed at her sisters, she knew everything was ok. She knew her sister was not in any kind of danger, so she just took a seat and relaxed hoping that the doctor showed up soon.
The doctor came inside the room and told them that there were no serious injuries on Phoebe's knee. The X-rays came out ok, and that the only thing she needed was a strong bandage, so that Phoebe wasn't allowed to bend her knee.
Now that I'm thinking, I think it was real strange the way that accident happened-----said Prue as she gently placed Phoebe on her bed.
"Wh.at do you mean? "----Asked Phoebe nervously.
I mean the way that girl, what's her name? Tina, I guess.. the way she got herself all over you, -- I don't know, maybe I'm wrong but I think she did that on purpose ----said Prue narrowing her eyes.
"Come on Prue", you don't really believe that, do you?---said Phoebe trying to persuade her sister, but knowing perfectly well that her sister was right.----
"I don't know, maybe you're right, but just for the record, try to stay away from her, she's bad news, I don't quite like her.-----said Prue tossing a blanket on Phoebe.
"Done! ---Answered Phoebe smiling, but feeling nervous and worried herself.
"Ok, honey, you get some rest while I get you something to eat" ----said Piper kissing her sister's forehead.
"It's ok Piper, I'm not really hungry, a simple glass of warm mil will do, if you don't mind---- Phoebe said quietly------
"Of course not sweetie, let me get it for you, oh!, and remember you wont be going to school tomorrow, you have to at least stay a day in bed.--- said Piper as she left the room.
"But Piper! .... Prue?, . -----Phoebe turned around to find Prue's support, but the only thing she got from her was a simple ---"be a good girl and rest, those were the Doctor's orders, or do you want to go back to the hospital?
"Look, I'm sleeping already! -------Stated Phoebe closing her eyes.
"That's a good girl" I'll be in my room if you need me --- said Prue bending down to kiss her sister's head.
"Thanks sis"----- said Phoebe holding her sister's hand for a while, like if she wanted to tell her something before she left, but then released it slowly, thinking that she had to keep her mouth shut to avoid her sisters from getting hurt.
What's the matter honey? Are you ok? ----Asked Prue feeling worried---
Yes, everything is fine, let me sleep now,..--- Said Phoebe closing her eyes---
"Good night then," said Prue leaving the room.---
"Yeah" ----- Muttered Phoebe------
"Here's your milk," ----whispered Piper softly---- but she left the glass on Phoebe's night table when she saw her already sleeping.--- Piper turned off the lights and left the room.
Phoebe opened her eyes and started crying. She felt so alone, so helpless, so useless, she knew there was nothing she could do to stop those girls at school, nothing, nothing..she kept thinking until she finally fell asleep.
CHAPTER 4: FACING FEAR
Prue's car arrived at Phoebe's school. Phoebe took a deep breath, closed her eyes and thought-"well, this is it, it's time to face my fears, everything is going to be ok, I'm fine, I'm good, I'm great,..I'm.
Phoebe!-------Prue shouted--- are you even listening to me?, what's wrong with you, this is the fourth time I call your name and you don't even breath.
Sorry, didn't hear you, I was just thinking----said Phoebe as she opened the car's door.
Thinking about what? Are you ok?, can I get you something?
No, I'm fine, really, I was just wondering about my soccer team, do you think I still have what it takes to be in the team?
Of course you do honey, everybody knows how good you are, they must be waiting for you, eagerly, you'll find out as soon as you go to practice this afternoon, just remember to be careful with that knee.
Sure, don't worry; I'll be careful-said Phoebe closing the car's door-
Good, call me when you are ready to go home, I'll come and pick you up.
Done - said Phoebe as she bent down to kiss her sister.
Bye honey, I love you---yelled Prue driving away.
Love you too! -Shouted Phoebe as she waved---
Phoebe walked slowly through the parking lot, what really bothered her was that fact that she couldn't remember the face of the girl that threatened her life. She closed her eyes, trying hard to remember that night at the hospital but it was useless, the only thing she remembered, and very well, was the red car, a brand new Mitsubishi with "Ozzie's" picture right on the hood.
Ok, what I have to do now is to find that car and see who's driving it, that will clear my mind and will give me a chance to talk to that bitch ---- she thought, looking around trying to spot the red car-
Someone behind her suddenly startled Phoebe, she turned around and took the girl's hand away from her shoulder; getting ready to fight back.
Hey, sorry if I startled you, I didn't mean to, I'm so glad you're back!
"Angela", it's so good to see you again - said Phoebe as she hugged her friend.
You don't even know how much we have all missed you.. and your scoring goals too!-Angela laughed as she hugged Phoebe joyfully.---
Thanks Angie, this really means a lot to me, I doubted if I was still going to be in the team
Are you kidding?, we've all been praying for you to get better so that you could come back and play with us, we really need you Phoebe, I mean it.
Thanks again Angie, --Phoebe smiled and lovingly returned the hug--- now let's go inside, it's almost time for our classes to begin-said Phoebe pulling her friend's arm to keep walking inside the school.
Can you see who's back?-----asked Jane closing the car's door---
Yeah! I guess real fun is about to begin --- answer Julia taking off her sunglasses---
They rushed themselves to catch up with Phoebe and they followed her to her locker.
See you later on the playing field --- said Phoebe to Angela as the latter walked to the other end of the hall-
Sure, take care Phoebe, I'll see you later-answered Angela without turning around to see her friend-
Phoebe opened her locker to get some books out, but it was suddenly closed back with a sturdy blow.
What the hell?-----asked Phoebe turning her head around to find out what happened-
Hi there Blondie, I can see you are back and feeling better now, don't you?- -- said Julia grabbing Phoebes chin and backing her up against her locker---
Phoebe dropped her books and nervously started to shake.---"What do you want? Phoebe managed to ask-
Nothing, for the moment, I just want to remind you what I told you at the hospital, remember what it was?----- asked Julia as she got closer to Phoebe's ear to whisper-
So that was you! --- Said Phoebe trying to get away from them, but she was immediately pulled back by Jane as she grabbed her from behind her head and pulled her hair back-
Julia got so angry by Phoebe's attempt, that she strongly gave her a blow on the stomach.
Phoebe's scream was quickly hushed by Jane's hand, but she did bent down in pain., and without pulling away the hand from Phoebe's mouth, they backhanded her -- we're going to be watching you real close, Halliwell-
But ww..hy.me, what did I do to you?---- asked Phoebe crying, she was really hurting. Her ribs were still a little bit soared and her knee suddenly started to feel a little pain too.
What did you do? ----You're actually asking me what did you do? You should know better., and besides, you hurt my little sister, that's what, ---and no one gets away with that, understand? No one! ----
I don't know what are you talking about; really I don't---said Phoebe crying---
Yeah, sure, like if I cared----replied Julia---- You take this as a warning, remember if you say something about this you'll be sorry, think about your sisters too., do you understand what I said?
Julia did not wait for an answer and she punched Phoebe again on her stomach, leaving her on the floor, trying hard to breath.
Jane laughed and wrapped her arm around her sister's waist. They both walked through the hall, pretending like if nothing happened.
Phoebe painfully got up from the floor and slowly started to pick up her books.---nobody tried to help her. Everybody was too afraid to get in trouble. They just stood there, motionless, speechless, and heartless. Just staring at her.
My God ---Phoebe said to herself--- what am I going to do? --- They are not going to leave me alone, I have to think of something or they will keep bothering me forever, but what.what can I do?
The bell rang and everybody went outside, school was over for the day, but Phoebe had to go to soccer practice. She was a little nervous at first, but she calmed herself down when she saw the coast was clear. There were no signs of the avenger sister whatsoever, so she walked self-confidently to the soccer field.
Phoebe! Everybody shouted joyfully and ran to greet her. Well, almost everybody, Tina remained were she was, holding the ball in her hands, just staring, Tina was Julia's best friend, and the best defense player in the whole league, but she was a bitch too.
She was already waiting for Phoebe, she was supposed to keep an eye on her and make her life miserably as well.
Phoebe didn't even noticed Tina's behavior and just kept hugging her teammates with joy. The coach suddenly interrupted the party; she sent everybody back to the field and also welcomed Phoebe with a huge embrace. -Welcome back, Phoebe, we really missed you.
Thanks coach -- replied Phoebe greening. ---
Ok, enough is enough, get in there and show me what you got. ---Said the coach hitting playfully Phoebe's butt - -
Phoebe laughed and ran inside the field ----Oh my God, I've missed this, I really have- Whispered Phoebe to herself.
Phoebe! ---Shouted the coach--- You better go to the dressers to put on your training uniform, we've got some new ones, yours is inside your locker.
Ok, coach! ---- She shouted as she slowly jogged to the dressing rooms, trying not to overwork her knee.
Phoebe was undressing herself when she heard a noise behind her; she turned around only to find Tina. She was staring at her, just watching Phoebe's naked body, quietly, without even blinking.
Hey there Tina! You scared the shit out of me! ---- Said Phoebe taking her hands to her chest as she released some air-----
Why are you so nervous? ---Asked Tina walking slowly towards her---- It's just me. Don't be silly, of course I'm not nervous, it's just that I didn't hear you come in---answered Phoebe as she continued changing into her uniform---- That's all.
Tina didn't say a word and just kept walking towards Phoebe, smiling, tossing the ball through the air and catching it back.---
Phoebe stopped what she was doing and glanced at Tina, starting to wonder what she was up to. Tina was acting strange, but she didn't know what was wrong, the only thing she knew is that she didn't like what she was feeling.
What's going on Tina?---- asked Phoebe suspiciously--- Is everything ok?, can I do something for you?
"Sure you can precious! ----Answered Tina throwing the ball away and grabbing Phoebe's arms-----
"Phoebe, what's taking you so long? -----Asked Angie as she entered the dressing rooms--- There you are!... Are you ready dude? "Hey, there I am waiting for you outside, at plain sun and here you are having a nice gossip chat with Tina, come on dude, move your butt, let's get some sweat!-- - Angela smiled, grabbed Phoebe's hand and pulled her outside to the field.
Prue left her work early. She war real busy but decided instead to go and watch Phoebe's training game. She wanted to make sure that her sister kept her promise and took her soccer practices easy, so she arrived early at Phoebe's school and silently sat down on the bleachers, Phoebe didn't even notice Prue's presence.
Ok, everybody, one more lap, except you Phoebe, go hit the showers. Two hours have passed since they started practicing, so Phoebe felt relieved with the coach's orders.
Phoebe stopped and bent down, holding her knees, trying to regain her breath. The rest of the team kept running.
Tina saw Phoebe bending down and evilly smiled, she suddenly increased her speed and pushed Phoebe from behind with all her strength.
. Phoebe landed hard on her stomach, hurting her knee as well, and Tina fell on Phoebes back, placing her elbow on Phoebe's neck, making her face hit the ground and splitting her lower lip open. Blood immediately started flowing and dripped on the ground.
"Phoebe!" --yelled Angie as she ran to Phoebe's side---
Oh God! --- Shouted Prue jumping from her seat-"Phoebe" !!
When Tina tried to get up she intentionally stepped on Phoebe's knee and twisted her foot. "Ouch! ----Screamed Phoebe--- as she started to cry out in pain.
I've got you sweetie! ---- Said Prue as she slowly lifted Phoebe up from the ground and held her against her chest.---
Here, take this, ---said Angela as she handed Prue a white towel --- I'll get you some water.
Quick, let's bring her to the infirmary ---said the coach----
Don't Please! --- Cried Phoebe--- it hurts a lot, don't move me Prue, I'm begging you. Please. Phoebe closed her eyes and grabbed her sister's hand tightly.
Tina just stood there, watching, without saying a single word. But there was a slight beam of joy in her eyes. "I'm sorry, I didn't see her, I swear.." ----Said Tina trying to look guilty and repented.
The doctor's on her way, here's the water Prue, how is she? ---Asked Angela gasping----
I really don't know Angie, but she is in a lot of pain. ----Prue stopped talking when she saw her sister wincing and crying even louder.
Hang on Phoebe, you'll be ok, just hang on in there ---- Prue hugged her sister and realized that Phoebe was suddenly unconscious.
Come on baby, wake up, stay with me, --stay with me Phoebe!
The doctor arrived and quickly kneeled down to check on Phoebe. She immediately gave her a shot for the pain and suggested to take her as soon as possible to the hospital for some X-rays.
Fine, said Prue as she lifted her sister, let's hope she doesn't wake up right now doctor, she was in a lot of pain and begged me not to move her.
Don't worry Miss Halliwell, she's out cold, and besides, with the shot I've just given her she won't be aching at all.
All right then, let me take her to the hospital, are you coming Angie?, I could really use your help---
Of course Prue, you don't have to ask me , I was going to come with you any way. ---Answered Angela--- Let me just pick up Phoebe's belongings and we're off.
The rest of Phoebe's teammates just stood there, everybody feeling sorry for Phoebe, well, almost everybody, Tina just stood there, smiling, feeling great because everything turned out just the way she wanted it.
Inside the car, Prue grabbed the phone and called Piper. She asked her to go straight to the SFMH. She told her that Phoebe was hurt in the soccer practice and also asked her to be careful driving herself to the hospital.
After she hung up, Prue turned her head around to the back seat and asked Angie how was her sister doing?.
---She's still out cold Prue, but she's not showing any pain signs.-
"Well of course she's not, she's been drugged!"
Later that night, Phoebe was resting in her hospital room; both her sisters were beside her, Piper was stroking Phoebe's hair and Prue was waiting for the doctor.
Are you sure you are feeling ok? -Asked Piper with her usual sweet voice.
I'm fine Piper, really, I am ---- answered Phoebe as if nothing happened.
Yeah, you look fine now, but maybe you won't be feeling "fine" after the effect of the local anesthetic shot runs out. ---- Said Prue worriedly.
I'm telling you I feel fine, it doesn't hurt anymore, well, maybe just a little, but that shows that the effect of the sedative is gone, and that I can bare the pain. ---Reassured Phoebe----
Alright, let's just wait to find out what the doctor has to say, if he says it's ok for you to come home, we'll take you home, but if he says you have to stay for the night, you are staying missy, do you get that? ---- Asked Prue as she lifted up her sister's chin and kissed her nose.
Piper laughed at her sisters, she knew everything was ok. She knew her sister was not in any kind of danger, so she just took a seat and relaxed hoping that the doctor showed up soon.
The doctor came inside the room and told them that there were no serious injuries on Phoebe's knee. The X-rays came out ok, and that the only thing she needed was a strong bandage, so that Phoebe wasn't allowed to bend her knee.
Now that I'm thinking, I think it was real strange the way that accident happened-----said Prue as she gently placed Phoebe on her bed.
"Wh.at do you mean? "----Asked Phoebe nervously.
I mean the way that girl, what's her name? Tina, I guess.. the way she got herself all over you, -- I don't know, maybe I'm wrong but I think she did that on purpose ----said Prue narrowing her eyes.
"Come on Prue", you don't really believe that, do you?---said Phoebe trying to persuade her sister, but knowing perfectly well that her sister was right.----
"I don't know, maybe you're right, but just for the record, try to stay away from her, she's bad news, I don't quite like her.-----said Prue tossing a blanket on Phoebe.
"Done! ---Answered Phoebe smiling, but feeling nervous and worried herself.
"Ok, honey, you get some rest while I get you something to eat" ----said Piper kissing her sister's forehead.
"It's ok Piper, I'm not really hungry, a simple glass of warm mil will do, if you don't mind---- Phoebe said quietly------
"Of course not sweetie, let me get it for you, oh!, and remember you wont be going to school tomorrow, you have to at least stay a day in bed.--- said Piper as she left the room.
"But Piper! .... Prue?, . -----Phoebe turned around to find Prue's support, but the only thing she got from her was a simple ---"be a good girl and rest, those were the Doctor's orders, or do you want to go back to the hospital?
"Look, I'm sleeping already! -------Stated Phoebe closing her eyes.
"That's a good girl" I'll be in my room if you need me --- said Prue bending down to kiss her sister's head.
"Thanks sis"----- said Phoebe holding her sister's hand for a while, like if she wanted to tell her something before she left, but then released it slowly, thinking that she had to keep her mouth shut to avoid her sisters from getting hurt.
What's the matter honey? Are you ok? ----Asked Prue feeling worried---
Yes, everything is fine, let me sleep now,..--- Said Phoebe closing her eyes---
"Good night then," said Prue leaving the room.---
"Yeah" ----- Muttered Phoebe------
"Here's your milk," ----whispered Piper softly---- but she left the glass on Phoebe's night table when she saw her already sleeping.--- Piper turned off the lights and left the room.
Phoebe opened her eyes and started crying. She felt so alone, so helpless, so useless, she knew there was nothing she could do to stop those girls at school, nothing, nothing..she kept thinking until she finally fell asleep.