Penelope told Hope and MG to wait for her to get the car. Josie went with her and they walked to the students' parking place. Penelope's new red BMW x1 was parked at her spot and Josie felt strange excitement. She never drove with Penelope in this car. They were still together when she was asking from her parents to buy her one. Josie was amazed how someone could even think about getting a car that has same price as a small apartment or something like that. But to the Park family, money was never a problem. It still had smell of the new car and Josie really loved it. They got in and Penelope started the engine. MG was impressed by his friend's new ride. He and Hope got in the back.
''Peez your ride is amazing.''
''I know…''
Hope liked it, but didn't share their friend's excitement.
''It's nice, but it's just a car MG.''
''Just a car? Come on Michaelson… She is a real beauty.''
Penelope drove and smiled in the mirror. Hope smiled back. To them it was cute how MG was over the Moon because they were in Penelope's new car. During the ride to the Mall they were talking about the movies they might watch. Penelope was down for anything and Hope and MG wanted to see IT.
''I am not sure Josie would really be into it.''
''It's a hood horror movie.''
''I remember the book. Penelope got me to read it.''
''No, I didn't… You were trying to impress me.''
''Fine, I was trying to impress her… It didn't end well.''
''So, if that movie is out, what do you suggest?''
Penelope smiled and looked at Josie.
''Deadpool.''
Josie smiled at her and two others agreed.
''That is a good idea… It looks like avengers' and our damsel in distress will have good night out.''
Josie was not really sure about that nickname.
''I don't want to be damsel in distress.''
''It's ok Jojo… You are my personal super hero.''
Penelope gave her a peck and they went in. MG got them tickets and girls went to get drinks and food for the movie. As it usually happens, Hope ate most of the things so the three of them were really hungry after the movie ended. After the movie they got back to the car and Penelope drove them to a small Italian place Josie and her went to for their dates. They got into the restaurant to order in their dinner. Hope took pasta, MG took chicken with vegetables and two other girls took pizza and lasagna they would share. Hope was enjoying her food and silence when MG interrupted.
''So, what is the deal with two of you? Are you back on?''
Josie and Penelope just looked at one another not knowing really what to say. They still didn't have a talk about their status. Penelope was the one to end the silence.
''We are taking it day by day… We are seeing one another and for now that is it. Putting a label on anything right now is not a good idea. I think we need to enjoy each other and time together before we put some official label on it.''
Josie nodded and two of their friends seemed ok with the answer Penelope gave.
''Why did Lizzie have another tantrum?''
''I told her that Penelope and I are back together.''
''Wow! That was really very intense.''
''Yes it was.''
''What now?''
''Now we date and Lizzie has to grow up. I am done putting my life on hold for her. No more.''
Penelope had very proud smile and Hope had a feeling there was something more hiding there. After dinner they got back to school and Josie went back to her room. It was Saturday evening and she was sure someone would be making some party or something. Lizzie was asleep and her dad was sitting on the bed.
''Did you have fun?''
''Yes, I did. It was good evening. We saw a movie… had dinner, talked. It was a nice evening for all of us. How was Lizzie?''
''Ok… She was ok.''
''Do you want to stay with Lizzie?''
''And if I stay, where will you go?''
Josie just smiled.
''I am not sure that is a good idea…And part of me knows that you will sneak out anyway…So, I will stay with Lizzie.''
Josie changed into her sleep shirt and shorts and went out of the door.
''See you dad…''
''See you Josie….''
Penelope didn't really expect Josie to come. She took a long shower and when she got out of the bathroom she didn't notice Josie on the bed. She dropped her towel and stood naked in front of the closet picking out what to put on.
''God, you are divine…''
She jumped and covered herself with a towel she dropped.
''Jose! What are you doing here?''
''Waiting for my hot not girlfriend to join me in bed. I just had no idea that it was clothing optional…''
Penelope just smiled.
''So, Park… Are you getting dressed or should I strip?''
Penelope smirked and threw the towel on the chair…
''I think it's a given Miss Saltzman…''
Josie took off her clothes and pulled Penelope on the bed.
''I had so much fun today…''
''And now we shall have some more…''
''I know…''
Since the talk they had, Penelope felt like her Josie was making a return, at least the part where she talks to Penelope and tells her what is bothering her. She still had many demons to fight and Penelope was sure it will be personal hell for Josie, but she was there for her and she will be there for whatever she needs. Penelope Park was not a quitter and she will be there through thick or thing for Josie. She was happy she got part of Josie back and she was glad Josie opened up to her. She watched Josie sleep and had a huge smile on her face. She missed the other girl so much and she was happy that Josie was back…back at school and back in her life. Penelope fell asleep holding Josie and feeling like she owns the world. Their time together was cut short when MG came to Penelope's room.
''Girls, we have a new monster. Get dressed and be in the gym in ten minutes.''
They got dressed and went downstairs. Penelope noticed the looks and the talk since they were holding hands and some of the girls saw them leave Penelope's room together. Alaric, Dorian and Emma were in the gym helping students set up mats for students to sleep on. They managed to evacuate younger students but the upper classmen had to stay, at least until their parents came to collect them.
''Students, we have new monster in the school. This time it's Python. We recommend that all the students stay in the gym. Emma put the barrier spell on the gym door so you will be safe here. Students that want to help get rid of the monster are welcomed, but the rest of you keep safe and stay away from the door. Here you have mats, pillows and blankets. You will be sleeping on the mats. Maybe some of you will have to share, so please if someone has no place to sleep, share with them. ''
It was clear that Hope would be part of the crew fighting the monster. She had to be part of this. Penelope, twins, Hope and MG went to Rick to ask him what to do now and how to deal with the monster. Hope was first to speak.
''So, how do we deal with her?''
Before Rick could answer, Penelope broke the silence.
''I'll do it…''
''What?''
''I can handle the snake…''
''How?''
Hope watched Penelope a bit surprised. She didn't expect her to be the one to offer to handle the snake…
''Penelope, you can't do it alone.''
''Dr. Saltzman… You have to let me do it… If you want, Hope can come with me and stand somewhere hidden.''
''It's the ancient snake…''
'' I know…and that's why I need to do it.''
Rick, Dorian and Hope got ready to save Penelope if she needed it. Josie was very nercvous about all this.
''Please, don't do it.''
''Babe, I have to…''
'"Why?''
''It's complicated.''
''Please Penelope…''
''I promise, I will be ok and everything will be fine.''
''How do you know?''
''I do…''
She kissed Josie and got something out of her bag. She got to the door and Rick gave her a look.
''Are you sure about this Penelope?''
''Yes, I am.''