A/N: Okay, anyone who is reading, here is chapter five. Thanks for the reviews! Anyone else who is reading- please review! This chapter goes from Dan to Leo and Piper. All of my dividers are 0o0o0.
Chapter 5: Happy Family- For Now
The next morning as Dan considered his plan, he knew he would need to get into the manor. With Phoebe working all day, and Paige trying to keep her life going, the only people he had to worry about were Piper and Leo. He decided to go to P3 and apologize to Piper. That way, he could check the hours of the club, and get Piper to trust him and talk to him about her schedule and Leo's. And once he was able to get into the house, then the fun would begin. He was still working out the details, but basically on the day of the inspection, he would sneak into the house, and make look like an "unfit home for children."
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The Manor:
The first thing that Leo noticed when he woke up was that Piper was still asleep. That was very unusual because on most days either Wyatt or Chris woke one of their parents. But it was a nice surprise, especially after the events of the night before. For the most part, Leo had slept well, but there was one thing on his mind, Dan's threat. What did that mean? There was one thing he knew for sure, if he ever went near him or his family again, he would make sure it was the last time. Just because he was no longer a whitelighter, it didn't mean he couldn't protect his loved ones. Remembering that it was Sunday, Leo went to get dressed. Today he was going to help Piper at P3.
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As Piper got dressed, she couldn't help but recall the previous night's events. She couldn't believe that was really Dan. She had known him so well, or at least she thought she had. In all of their dating, he had never even raised his voice to her, let alone attack her. She had been scared for herself, and once the fight began for Leo, but now she couldn't shake off the feeling that they were all in trouble now, including her children and sisters. Oh well, she thought, it's time to go to the club and get ready for next week.
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Later that day: P3
"I can't believe the sitter canceled," Piper said, struggling to balance Chris in his carrier, his diaper bag, and Wyatt's bag of toys.
"I know," Leo agreed, he was also stumbling through the door, with boxes of bar supplies and holding Wyatt's hand.
"At least were both here, so we can keep an eye on the boys," Piper continued.
"Okay, you start inventory, and I'll unpack these boxes," Leo stated, getting down to business. After settling Wyatt and Chris at a table, Piper turned on the radio and started counting out containers of margarita mix. They had only been working for about half an hour when there was a knock and someone walked into P3.
"What are you doing here?" Piper asked, with fear in her voice. She started to back up,
"Leo, Leo come out here."
"What's the matt..."he stopped talking when he saw who was standing on the opposite side of the bar. Finally, their unwelcome visitor spoke. Dan's voice seemed apologetic, but neither of the two other adults believed he was sincere.
"I just wanted to apologize for last night," he said, "I was rude and not myself at all, I'm lucky you didn't call the police on me." As Dan spoke, Piper started to step towards her children, and Leo towards Dan.
"Piper, there's no reason to be afraid of me," he said, trying to sound like he meant it, although he was frustrated, he had planned on her forgiving him more easily.
"Well after last night, I can't trust you Dan, I'm sorry," Piper sounded sincere, but what she really wanted to say was Leo, deck him again! Then Leo spoke with a firm tone,
"Don't apologize him Piper, you're not the one who did something wrong, he was." As Dan started to walk towards Leo, Piper walked as quickly as she could to Leo and Chris. Leo noticed this, and was glad, because there was something off with Dan. Dan was so focused on Leo; he didn't notice Piper gathering her things on the other side of the room. She was thankful for this, and decided to leave her stuff and just grab the boys. She picked up Chris's carrier, took Wyatt's hand and motioned for him to be quiet as they headed towards the door. It was then that Chris decided to wake up with a loud wail. Dan turned around and just looked at the baby. Then at Wyatt, and finally at Piper.
"Well look at the happy family, mother trying to save her babies, with Daddy getting ready to defend them all." By now, Dan had thought screw the plan, I'll get into the house without their trust. Since he no longer cared, he decided to scare them again. Piper was still heading towards the door.
"I wouldn't leave if I were you, I- ahhh!" As Dan was speaking Leo had grabbed him and was now holding him with his arms behind his back.
"If you say one more word to me, my wife, or my children I will have you sitting in jail by tonight. Do you understand me? Now Leo was way beyond pissed, he was bordering insanity. Reluctantly, Dan nodded and just left. But not before glaring at each person in the room. As soon as he walked out the door, Leo locked it behind him, and stood watching until his car couldn't be seen on the road.
A/N: The next chapter will be how Dan sets up Piper and Leo. I will update as soon as possible! Please review, the more people I know are reading the faster I will try and update! XOXO Sam
