2 weeks later
Haylei sighed as she walked through the blue double doors and into her school band room. She looked at the teachers who sat at the long white table. Ii was the day of auditions for the school talent show.
"Hi Haylei!" said Mrs. Paltrow, her choir teacher. Haylei smiled at the elder woman and cleared her throat. She nodded her head to the kid who was controlling the music. Her music began and she closed her eyes to put her all into the song.
3:30
Haylei walked into an empty house. Looking around she became confused. Where were her brothers? Bobby was supposed to have off work today. Angel quit his job and Jerry was usually there after she got off of school.
"Guys?" Haylei called. She put down her books, no one answered. A soft thud from upstaris made her jump. Grabbing an umbrella, she climbed the stairs. There was a small chuckle from her and Jack's room. "Forget this shit! I'm outta here!" Haylei turned and high tailed down the stairs.
"Haylei! Sweetie, where you goin'?" Came a familiar voice. Haylei stopped dead in her tracks. Slowly she turned around, dropping her umbrealla. Jack stood on the stairs smiling at her. Letting out a loud squeal, Haylei ran into her brothers arms. Jack hugged her tightly, not caring that his shoulder was sore. Haylei cried unto her brothers shoulder. They told her that he might not make it. Now here he was at home, in pain but, safe.
Jesse took Haylei's hand and walked over office door. Kids were crowded around the door. Some squealed and ran down the hall while others simply turned around with disappointment and walked away.
"Jesse, I didn't make it! Why are we here?" Haylei asked. Jesse placed a hand over her mouth. He looked up to the peice of paper that was taped to the glass. Taking a finger, he scrolled down the paper.
"Congratulations Haylei Mecer, you've been selected to preform in our school talent show!" Jesse said. Haylei's eyes widened. Jesse picked her up and spun her around and around. This was truly the best day of Haylei's life. Hours later, Haylei's burst through the front door of the house. Screaming each of brothers name, she bounced into the kitchen. She blushed as she noticed that she'd scared Bobby and Angel so much. Bobby scooped her into her arms and began inspecting her for cuts or brusies.
"Where'd they hurt you baby? Who hurt you?" Bobby cooed over her. Haylei pushed her brothers arm away as he tried to look into her eyes.
"Bobby, stop it! I've got news!" Haylei said. She slapped Bobby's hand away as he tried to inspect her again. Jack laughed as he took his little sister from their brother.
"What news do you have for us sweetie?" He asked. Haylei sqeualed and Jack laughed. Haylei pulled a peice of paper from her pocket and handed it to Jack. Jack took a moment to read it before he let out a whoop. He flung the paper at Jerry and began dancing around the kitchen with his little sister. One by one, Bobby, Jerry and Angel let out whoops and one by one they danced around the kitchen, craddling their baby sister in their arms. Sofi came running from downstair to see what the commotion was. Once more Haylei was whisked out of anothers arms and spun around.
"Geez, ya'll sure know how to make a girl dizzy!" Haylei laughed. Sofi and the boys laughed too.
Jack sat down beside Haylei as she flipped through her CD collection. She sighed and flipped on. Jack looked over her shoulder at the paper that sat on her lap.
"What ya doing baby?" he asked her. Haylei sighed again and looked up. Jack could tell she was flustered.
"I've gotta pick a song to sing for the talent show!" she confessed. Jack pushed a strand of hair out of her face and smiled.
"Why don't you sing the song that you sang at Aunt Camille's birthday?" Jack asked. Haylei's face lit up. She hugged her brother and squealed loudly.
"That's a great idea Jackabear! Thanks!" she exclaimed. Jack laughed as he held her to him. He was so happy that his sisters dreams were finally coming true.
The Night Of The Talent Show
Haylei ran around her house, trying to get ready. Faye rushed upstair with a bag in hand. She ran into Haylei's room and handed her the bag. Haylei pulled out a tight white tank top that said sweet thang and a pair of short shorts.
"Geez Faye, I'm not trying to look like a hooter chick!" Haylei laughed. Faye blushed and took the bag back.
"Wrong bag! Sorry!" Faye said. She haned Haylei the other bag. Haylei laughed as she pulled out a pink spagetti strap top that said 'Diva' on it, along with a denim skirt that had a baby blue butterfly on it. Haylei kicked Jack out of their room and got changed. After having Sofi pull her hair into a cute bun and put on her make up, Haylei rushed down stairs, ready to go.
Sitting on the bench, Haylei bounced around with nerves. Jack walked over to her and put an arm on her shoulder.
"Lei Lei, calm down! Your going to do fine!" Jack reassured her. Haylei smiled at her brother. She linked pinkies with him in their secret hand shake. Haylei took a deep breath as she watched her brother walk away.
"And now, here's Haylei Mercer singing I wanna be!" said Mrs. Paltrow. Haylei sighed as she walked onto the stage. She looked out into the crowd as the music began. Upon second glance, Haylei could've sworn she'd seen her mother, not her real mother, but Evelyn. She also could've sworn she heard her voice telling her that she could do it. She closed her eyes and smiled.
I took my time
Learning my lines
Trying to sort it out
This life that I lead
Its trapped me naive
I wanna scream out loud
Leave the past behind
Now is my time
I wanna see
I wanna Dream
I wanna live a life of fantasy
I wanna fly
I want my life to be much more than just an alibi
Can't you see
I wanna be
I wanna be (yeah)
Haylei opened her eyes and looked at her family, friends and boyfriend. Jack smiled at her, mouthing that she was doing great so far.
Running in place
Been out of the race
Before it even started
I am stuck at the gate
Don't make me wait
Swimming in a sea uncharted
Fly:. sail...
A starry night
First star I see tonight
I wish for kiss goodbye
Now I am flying high
I wanna see
I wanna Dream
I wanna live a life of fantasy
I wanna fly
I want my life to be much more than just an alibi
I wanna see
I wanna Dream
I wanna live a life of fantasy
I wanna fly
I want my life to be much more than just a journey
Leading down the road to no where
Future fading masquerading wonders
And that's when I begin to dream (To dream)
Bobby smiled at his sister as she sang. He was so happy for her. A tap on his shoulder caused him to jump. He spun around and found Ann standing there.
"Hi!" Bobby said. He smiled at Ann who blushed and smiled back. "What are you doing here?" Ann laughed.
"Haylei asked me to come!" Ann replied truthfully. Bobby smiled and looked back up at his sister.
"She's an amazing kid Bobby, she takes all the punches life throws her way but she doesn't complain!" Ann told him as she watched the little girl sing and dance. Bobby looked at Ann and smiled.
"Yea she is, isn't she!" Bobby replied. Ann smiled and they looked back to Dakota. People jumped onto the stage and began to dance with Haylei.
I wanna see
I wanna Dream
I wanna live a life of fantasy
I wanna fly
I want my life to be much more...
I wanna see (I wanna see)
I wanna Dream (I wanna dream)
I wanna live a life of fantasy
I wanna fly
I want my life to be much more than just an alibi
Can't you see
I wanna be
All of talents show contestants lined up on the stage awaiting the results. The winner got the chance to work in a real recording studio. Haylei's friend, Nessie, grabbed her hand. She reassured her that win or lose, they'd stay best friends.
"And the winner of this years talent show is... Haylei Mercer!" The crowd went nuts as Haylei stood stock still on the stage. Nessie and the other kids pushed her to the front as she came to reality. She'd won! She'd won! She couldn't believe it! As she looked out into the crowd again, she saw Evelyn. She was sure she saw her this time and she knew her mother was proud.
Jack, Bobby, Angel, Jerry, Camille, the girls, Sofi and Haylei walked up to the house. They were all talking and going crazy over the fact that Haylei had won the talent show. The sound of someone clearing their throat, shut them all up. There stood Mary Lou.
"What the fuck do you want?" Bobby spat as everyone gathered around Haylei. Mary Lou frowned as she looked at Bobby.
"Look, we're sorry, but whoever wants our sister can just go to hell!" Jack said boldy. Mary Lou frowned again.
"Look, I'm not here to take Dakota! I'd like to, in my opioion you don't deserve her! Look at the pasts you have with crime! I wish I could take the little sweetheart home! I spent five months searching for a home before bringing her here! I love her!" Mary Lou siad.
"Bullshit!" came a small voice from behind the guys. Jack snorted and Bobby elbowed him in the side. Mary Lou looked down at the ground.
"Well, that's fine! Dakota honey, there's someone I think you should meet!" Mary Lou. She walked to her car and opened the door. A small figure stepped out and she put a hand on their shoulder. As they stepped into the light, Haylei gaped. It was a girl her age, and she looked just like her.
"Honey, this is your twin sister!" Mary Lou said.
Well, there's chapter 15!
Shout Outs:
Jamie: Ok Jamie-O!
Elven-Princess Ginny: Yea, I love Jack too. I was in tears both times that I saw the movie!
Mae: Lol, you crack me up! Do you like your part?
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