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... Noah Bennett sat in his office, gritting his teeth in frustration. Peter had just called to tell him of the future he saw in his painting and it didn't look good, especially since Sylar was in it too. Thinking about Sylar being in the middle of it all made his blood boil, not to mention the fugitive girl using her powers so brazenly in public. He had to get to Edmonton and fast.
He sprinted from his seat and went upstairs to Claire's room, where she was listening to her I-Pod. As he crossed the threshold, she looked up and immediately took off the earbuds.
"Hey Claire Bear" he said, sighing "It looks like I have to make another trip. Your Uncle has urgent business to discuss with me in New York. I want you to stay here and be extra careful because Sylar is on the loose"
Claire looked concerned but kept up a poker face.
"Okay, Dad" she said, getting up from her bed to give him a hug "Have a safe trip. I will be here when you get back"
With that, Noah left the room to pack...
... Claire clenched her fists after she closed her bedroom door. She had a sinking feeling that Peter went behind her back and told her father Amber and Sylar's whereabouts. Now she was super angry at her uncle for betraying her trust. She knew she had to warn Amber and fast.
She grabbed her phone and sent Amber a text.
Amber,
Something is up, but not entirely sure what. Please watch your back at the party and be careful. My dad may be heading there...
Satisfied with her warning, Claire put her earbuds back on and continued listening to music, vowing not to forgive her uncle...
... Amber was in the middle of watching Sylar model his tuxedo when she got Claire's message. As he took the jacket off to show her his new shirt, she kept a poker face and quickly glanced at the message. Although relieved that she finally got a response, she felt uneasy, her fears confirmed.
"Something wrong?" he asked, noticing the change in expression "You look like you got a nasty text"
"It's from Claire" she replied, biting her lip "It's a warning that her father will be coming to Edmonton. Claire talked to a friend who could see the future"
"It'll take Noah a while to find out everything he needs" he said, frowning at the thought of Peter joining in this battle "After all, neither of them knows what the venue is and the day it happens"
"I hope you're right" was all she said...
... "This makes no sense" Noah exclaimed, examining the painting Peter had done "Sylar looks like he's trying to stop her...why?"
"I have no idea" Peter replied, frowning in thought "Maybe he still wants her power?"
"God only knows" Noah hissed, sighing "We need to find out where this will take place. I can't just run to Edmonton on a hunch"
"We may have to call Parkman and ask if Molly would help us" Peter suggested, hating to use the little girl for her ability "I know he won't like the thought but she may be our last hope to find Sylar and this girl"
"Call him" Noah said impatiently, waving his hand towards Peter's phone "Time is a luxury that we can't afford"
With that, Peter quickly dialled Matt Parkman's number.
"I will find you, Sylar" Noah growled with clenched teeth "Even if it means I meet a certain death"...
... Matt Parkman sat in the apartment he shared with Mohinder Suresh and Molly, staring at the phone oddly. He quickly recovered and began to speak again.
"You've got to be kidding me, Petrelli" he exclaimed angrily "You know how protective I am of her. She is just a child who deserves to have a normal childhood"
"Please, Matt" Peter pleaded on the other end "It is a matter of life and death. Many people will die needlessly if she doesn't help us"
"This better be the last and final time you ask" Matt snarled, dread coming over him "I want to keep her safe this time."
"It will take only a few seconds, Matt" Peter said gratefully "Noah will send you a picture message with the painting in it"
With that, he hung up. Matt sighed angrily, pinching the bridge of his nose. When he was sure that he regained his composure, he stood up.
"Molly" he called, as his phone vibrated...
... The next night, amid her bad feelings, Amber managed to get dress and beautify herself without any problems. She glanced at her beautifully made up face in the mirror and sighed.
"Are you all ready to go?" Sylar asked, emerging in the doorway wearing his tuxedo. He had a hand behind his back and had a devilish grin on his face.
"Yes" Amber replied, playing with the topaz journey necklace she had taken with her from her house. It was a Christmas gift from her mother and it played a perfect contrast to her skin.
"Before I forget" Sylar murmured, pulling his hand away from behind his back to reveal a long velvet box. "I bought this for you. I think it will be a nice addition to your jewellery."
With that, he handed the box to her. She gasped, noticing it was from "Tiffany & Co." She eagerly opened the box to reveal a golden bracelet, studded with the most beautiful diamonds.
"Oh my god, Gabri" she murmured, admiring the bracelet "It's stunning. Thank you."
Sylar smirked, taking the bracelet out of the box and fastening it on her wrist. She squealed in delight and gave him a huge hug and kiss.
"You'll be the most gorgeous girl at this party" he murmured in her ear as they embraced "And the best part is that you're going to be there with me"
"It's time to go" she said, pulling back to flash him a dazzling smile. He encircled his arms around her and they disappeared from his apartment.
Minutes later, they found themselves in the empty elevator going up to L'Aronde. Amber played with her necklace again, seemingly a little nervous, while Sylar smoothed his slicked back hair with his hands. They remained there in silence, mulling over the events to come as the elevator ascended.
Just when the awkward silence was beginning to get to them, the doors opened and they stepped out into the elegant Edmonton restaurant.
As they both walked around to find the hostess, they found her near the windows, sporting a sparkling ice blue dress and a shimmering tiara on the crown of her head.
"Every inch the princess" Amber murmured, pulling Sylar over to greet her friend "Let's go introduce ourselves, shall we?"
Amber eagerly dragged him over to her friend, the semi pretty Asian girl sitting in a fake throne.
"Hey sis" Amber yelled over the pulsing music "Happy Birthday!"
Victoria's eyes widened as she jumped from her seat to give her best friend a hug.
"Oh, I'm so glad you're here!" she replied, scanning the room to see if her date was around. "Who's the hunk on your arm?"
"Oh, this is Gabriel" Amber gushed, enjoying the envious look on her friend's face "We've been going out for a few weeks"
"Nice to meet you, Victoria" Sylar said, offering her his hand "Amber has told me a lot about you"
Victoria beamed at the both of them until a familiar figure caught the corner of her eye. The brilliant smile was wiped off her face.
"Amber" Victoria whispered in Taglog "There's something I need to tell you. There's a detective from the RCMP looking for you. He weaseled his way into my party"
"WHAT?" Amber said in disbelief...