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I hurl into the moment like I'm standing at the edge (I know)

Falling - Haim

Sunday

Allison's whole morning had been spent in her room, she woke up late and had lounged around until lunchtime, knowing her father would be home soon. The second he got home and changed, she was herding him out the door with a sandwich in his hand, much to his amusement. Allison had gotten her love of running from her Dad, it had always been something they had done together when he was home. It was the only time she really got to talk with her Father and she had always treasured the time together.

The track was steep, so they decided on a light jog to start, Richard had said the view of the lake was only fifteen minutes away, but it was everything he promised.

"How're you feeling about tomorrow?"

Allison turned her head to her Father, her breath puffing from her mouth in white clouds, they had been jogging for a few minutes and the incline was already starting to affect her. Allison thought about it for a moment before responding that she was hopeful for a good ending to her high school years. "I met a girl on my run last night, she's the sister of one of Daniel's new friends, Mike. She offered to show me around."

Her Father hummed in approval before turning to his daughter again, "I'm sorry that I made you move away from all your friends, especially in your senior year. Hawkins is a wonderful town and I honestly think it's going to have just as many opportunities for you as it will for Daniel."

"I know, Dad," Allison replied. "I'm happy as long as you and Mom and Daniel are happy."

"Now why can't you say those sorts of things in front of your Mother, she thinks she's raised a demon from Hell."

Allison laughs out loud, nudging her Fathers arm with her shoulder. "Whatever, loser." She retorts speeding off ahead of Richard with a grin.

"Ah, there she is! The demon spawns!" He hollers in reply, speeding up after her.

Allison touches the wooden fence of the lookout and turns, seeing her Father a few hundred meters away still. Turning back to the view she sighs in delight, it was definitely worth it. A light mist sat on the grey water, it was a long drop, not the sort you would live to tell about. Greystone surrounded half of the lake and the dense green forest of Hawkins surrounded the other, Allison imagined it would be a lovely spot to relax come summer time.

"Worth it?"

"Worth it."

They had stood side by side enjoying the silence of the cool day and the company of the other for a while before Richard suggested heading back. Allison looked over once more and made a promise to herself to return as many times as possible before she left Hawkins. They walked this time and it had been several content minutes before Richard broke the silence. "So, I have to talk to you about something before we get back home." Allison looks over at her Father, his dark brows are furrowed, he stares at his feet for several moments before matching blue eyes meet.

"I've been given a project from the Lab, it's a really big deal and I start on Monday. It's the reason I've had to go to the office this weekend. I just wanted to tell you and your brother as well that you aren't really going to see me for a few weeks or at least till the project is complete but once this is done, I won't be taking assignments like this anymore. After this, I'll be doing more work from home." Allison stares ahead wondering why her Father was telling her, she knew he had promised that they would see him more now they were in Hawkins, but he had never told them anything before.

"Is it important?"

"Incredibly. It's a great honour that I've been chosen to lead the project."

Allison nods in thought before turning to her Father with a smile. "Well, I guess you'll have to hurry up and finish it, so we can go on more adventures." Richard smiles at his daughter, wrapping an arm around her and squeezing tightly. "I look forward too many more chances to lose to my little cheat." Allison laughs at his words and hugs him back. Richard pushes her away lightly and takes off, leaving a surprised Allison in the dust.

"Who're you calling 'cheat!' wonder where I learned this terrible behaviour!"

"Blame your Mother!"

Allison sprints after her Father, she catches him quickly, much to his chagrin and is leaning back on the hood of his car by the time he jogs up. "All good, old man?" She asks with a cheeky grin.

"I've taught you too well." He mutters bracing his hands on his knees and regulating his breathing.

"Cheaters never prosper is all, Dad. I can't believe no one ever taught you that." Allison smirks jumping off the hood.

"Get in the car, smart-ass."