Chapter 14

`Tyki

Lavi left.

Uncle Sheryl managed to recover well financially with Bookman's help. The atmosphere around the house isn't the same anymore though. It is different without him here.

It wasn't even that long yet since he left but I already miss him. It is my fault though that he left.

And now...

Looking over the files Bookman gave me... He really had done research. It contained the background, finances, expenses, travels, events... all the things that happened related to both our families. The files about the accidents were even there. It even contained information about the Noah and akuma that I've heard of from my parents. He really does have a way in getting things like these.

I learned that the Noah had been something like a clan in the past and are now seen as a financial group. The akuma is a gang on the streets known for their ruthlessness.

They could have been behind the deaths reported as accidents but the question remains... why were our parents targeted? Why is Lavi in danger?

There isn't enough information to tell how is a child involved in this.

There is this thing they call innocence but what in the world is that?

I still need to do more research and find ways to be able to easily get them. It's a good thing that Bookman helped me in getting connections so that after finishing college, not only have I gained the connections needed, I also have work ready for me to continue.

`Sheryl

Browsing through the letters I received that day, I suddenly dropped the coffee I was drinking that morning during breakfast.

"What's wrong, Sheryl dear? Are there any bad news?" asked Tricia with concern as she picked the cup and wiped the stains.

"Papa, are you alright?" asked Road.

"Is there anything wrong, uncle?" asked Tyki.

All three were looking at me with concern. Why wouldn't they? They already asked a lot of questions and I just remained sitting there staring at the envelope with shock.

The letter is from Lavi, the boy we had taken in years ago, the boy that we came to love and hadn't heard from for years.

Road and Tyki were about to stand up to see what was really wrong. I stopped them from doing so and told them to continue eating. I excused myself and went to my office and closed the door.

`Tyki

How weird? Why did Uncle Sheryl react that way?

It's probably due to the letter he received but what was it about to shock him that way?

Who was it from?

I tried asking but was dismissed.

He went to his office and locked the door.

What's going on?

`Sheryl

I think I might have overreacted with the way I just went here and closed the door on them but I need to see first what it contains before telling them.

Turning on the lamp, I proceeded to the now open letter and read its contents.

Uncle Sheryl,

I know receiving this letter might come as a shock to you and it doesn't really bring good news.

Bookman is dead and I can't really go on traveling on my own. I'm still a minor and let's say Bookman told me to return there after his death. He told me that you have already made plans in the past so my going there really isn't unexpected.

I sent this letter to tell you that I'd be arriving there within the end of the month. Bookman had already settled the documents with a friend who'll help me settle back there and go into school.

There won't be a need for expenses for my education since Bookman had everything arranged. I really missed all of you. I can't wait to get there.

Lavi

It surprised me how short it was but I'll hear from him when he arrives.

I am happy that he is returning but the danger isn't gone yet. I need to take precautions to make sure that everyone in my household will be safe.

They are all eager to know what caused me to act this way. How should I tell them that Lavi is returning?

I'm sure they'll be glad. Lavi has been a part of our family.

I guess I'll announce it during dinner. For now, I need to contact him to prepare what might possibly happen.

`Tyki

During dinner, Uncle seemed to be flustered and at the same time happy.

I couldn't understand why he was acting that way but the moment he told us the news. I understood why he acted that way.

He told us that Lavi will be arriving at the end of the month. He gave the sad news that Bookman died but we don't really know the old man so it didn't affect us much.

He's coming back after so long.

How should I face him? I've been really cruel back then before he left.

What will happen now? I don't really know how to face him. I'm happy that he's coming back but I don't think that he is with me.

What should I do?

`little bunny 1412: I hope you like it. Thanks for reading.

Thanks to 'lal', 'xIzumi-chan', 'You Still Love Me' and 'In a silent night'.

10/31/2011