CHAPTER THREE

(Brooke's POV)

I sat on a bench in the park, watching kids play. I had my music playing, listening to Michael Jackson. I was thinking back to what my uncle had said in his office. I was surprised to ask me to join EBA. I loved to sing and dance and my uncle knew it. But with my violent flashbacks, I didn't want to take the risk.

I closed my eyes and leaned back against the tree, feeling rough bark and sighed.

"Brooke."

I turned my head and saw Spin. His eyes were hidden behind his sunglasses but I saw the worried expression on his dark face.

"Spin?"

"Are you ok? You ran out of the office pretty fast." He sat down next to me.

I shrugged. "Not really Spin." I looked down at my feet. "I just…I love my uncle and everything but even he wouldn't be able to handle me if I have a flashback. They're just too violent and I'm afraid that if I joined and I was to have one, I'm afraid I'll hurt someone."

"I can understand your worry," Spin said. "I'd feel the same way if I were in your shoes."

I smile slightly.

"Have you told your uncle about how you felt? It may help."

"I've thought about it," I said, putting away my IPOD into my bag. "But I don't know how to talk about it. During my time in Spain I had to learn to keep things to myself." I rubbed the back of my head, sighing. "And I don't want to feel like a crazy person either."

"How would you feel like a crazy person?" Spin asked, curiously.

I snickered darkly. "What I saw in Spain defies nature. The creatures I saw were human and weren't human. They attacked without remorse. All they wanted was blood, Spin, blood. It was nightmarish." I grimaced as I recalled some of the events during my time in Spain.

"It's ok Brook. You don't have to talk about it if it's too painful for you." Spin smiled reassuringly. I smiled up at him.

"Thanks Spin but you know it feels a little better now that I've talked to someone about it," I said. I laughed slightly. "Thank you for listening."

Spin smiled back. "No prob Brook. That's what friends are for. They help each other." He put a hand on my shoulder and squeezed it gently.

I nodded. "True." I looked at Spin and realized that he was actually nice and meant what he said.

"So, what were you listening to?" He asked, genuinely interested.

I laughed slightly, feeling better for the change of subject. "Michael Jackson. I love listening to him."

"Same here. He's a good dancer. I've studied his moves since I was four. Do you want to see?"

I nodded eagerly. "Sure, I'd love to."

Spin got up and walked a few spaces away from where I sat. I watched intently. Spin started doing the moon walk, spins and turns just like Michael Jackson. I had to admit he was quite good. Spin did the last of his routine and turned to look at me with a big smile on his handsome face.

I laughed and clapped. "That was good! You studied him well, Spin. You dance just like him."

Spin bowed," Why thank you Brook, I'm glad you enjoyed the show." He laughed.

I smiled and giggled. "You're a very good dance, Spin. I can't dance to save my life."

"I'm sure you could Brooke. From what I hear you loved to sing and dance when you were younger. You uncle told a lot of stories about you," Spine said. "He's very fond of you."

I sighed. "I know he is. Uncle Kahn raised me; he's like a father to me. I missed him terribly and the rest of my small family when I was in Spain." I smiled somewhat. "It was hard living in Spain. I could never really trust the people."

Spin nodded. "I don't doubt that but you can trust me, though. I know you don't want to join EBA but I can see where your uncle is coming from. It's a good way to keep your mind of thinking about the past too much," he said.

I looked doubtful. "I don't know Spin. I mean I never know when a flash back is going to hit and those can get pretty violent. I wouldn't want to hurt you or someone else."

"I can understand it but then again they might not even surface. You won't know until you try, Brooke." Spin smiled encouragingly. "You never know, joining EBA might be good for you."

I nodded. "You have a point."

We fell silent. I looked up at the sky, thinking.

Uncle Kahn and Spin may be right, I thought. Joining the EBA may actually help me deal with the memories. And maybe no more flashbacks.

I ran a hand through my hair and sighed again. But can I risk it though? I wondered. Should I risk it, knowing what could happen? But then again it's been awhile since I had a violent flash back. Hmmm…

I stood up suddenly, startling Spin. He looked at me questioningly. "Brooke?"

"I'll join the agency," I said.

Spin smiled widely. "Really? Cool!"

I nodded. "Yup." I smiled. "What you said made sense and I know I can't live in fear for the rest of my life either."

"That's right. You can't live in fear forever," he said. "You want to head back to the building?"

"Yeah." I laughed. "Uncle is going to be surprised when he finds out that I want to join after all." I put my bag on. "I'm actually excited now."

Spin laughed. "I'm happy to hear that. Alright, let's head back."

I hugged him. "Thanks Spin for helping me." Spin hugged me back after hesitating for a second.

"Your welcome."

To Be Continued…