Authors Note- Hello friends! I am so so so sorry for the lack of updates! But there has been a change of plans and I will be resuming with the story myself. I'm not entirely confident with my writing skills but with the assistance of Lacorra and goodgirlz233... I suppose it could potentially live up to your expectations! So... Enjoy!

I Do Not Own The Fosters

It was a beautiful day in Mission Bay, the sun was shining, the birds were chirping and children were milling about Anchor Beach charter school, like any other day.

As Lena rolled in to her parking space and bid farewell to her children she couldn't help but smile and appreciate the life she had, she had a loving wife, three beautiful children, a stable job and a lovely home in the heart of San Diego. She knew that not everyone was as lucky as her and she was going to do her very best to make a difference in their lives... She just didn't know where to start.

Callie was watching her brother stare intently out the window with a huge grin and she couldn't help but envy his happiness and innocence. She felt a throbbing in the back of her head from when John got rough and she was bitter. Callie was frustrated that the system would leave them in this situation and she was angry with her parents. She knew that her dad made a mistake but he was the reason that her mother was dead. As she is thinking about their life she sees Anchor Beach in the distance and she can't help the sense of relief wash over her. Jude and Callie have come to cherish their time at Anchor Beach but are good at distancing themselves and keeping their home life separated from their school day. "We're here buddy" Callie said as she tapped Jude's shoulder to get his attention. He looks at her with a twinkle in his eye and smiles in understanding.

Jesus and Mariana went to join their friends as Brandon took a seat in the courtyard, he watches the kids arriving, searching for someone in particular. At once he spots her, leading a young boy off the bus; "Hey! Hey!" Brandon jogs over to meet them at the entrance of Anchor Beach, "Hi! I was looking for you, my Mama packed you a lunch and I wanted to give it to you! Do you want to eat lunch together?" In Brandon's excitement he neglected to notice how startled and confused the two kids were. "Um, uh.. thank you?" Callie stuttered as she struggled to gain her composure, she looked at Jude and back at Brandon, trying to decide if she should take the brown bag. Jude finally stepped forward, took the lunch and smiled gratefully at Brandon. For a man of few words, Jude was able to convey a lot with his eyes and contagious smile, Brandon's smile faded as he didn't understand; "ah well... That was... The lunch was for her..." "He's my brother and thanks again." Callie cut him off as the awkwardness was becoming too much for her to handle. She promptly took hold of Jude's shoulders and led him around Brandon; and towards the double doors.

Brandon, feeling quite overwhelmed with this new information, musters up the courage to call after them; "Wait! What's your names?" He's tracking them with his eyes when he sees Callie flash a mischievous smile over her shoulder... Brandon can't help but chuckle quietly to himself... His desire to help these two is unbelievable...

At 12:05, on the dot, the lunch bell rings and the halls of Anchor Beach comes to life with children, teachers and chatter. Callie and Jude always meet at the water fountain, right next to the library and walk to lunch together. They take a seat in the courtyard and Callie starts to pull food out of the brown bag, from Brandon, she passes a majority of the food to Jude and keeps a half of peanut butter and jelly for herself. From a distance, Brandon observed the exchange when Jesus brought him back to reality; "Are you gonna come eat with Mari and I? Or just stand here like a fool?" Brandon glanced at Jesus then back at Callie, "I'm going to eat with them... Catch ya later..." Jesus watched his brother walk away before he shrugged off the encounter and went to join his sister at a nearby table.

"And then Mr Riley read the note to the entire class!" Jude giggled, as Callie told him about her second period science class. Jude was listening to Callie talk about her morning when he saw Brandon approaching, his smile vanished and concern filled his eyes. Callie glanced back and sighed in frustration, she look apologetically at Jude as she moved over to make room for Brandon at the table, "Hey guys! Is it cool if I join you?" Callie found his innocent tone rather annoying but nodded in agreement, deep down she thought it would be nice to have some one that would actually talk with her but she still felt the need to protect herself and Jude. "My Mama packed me Oreos and chips ahoy! You guys want a couple?" When neither of the Jacob children answered he put the cookies back in his bag feeling rather awkward, "Say, you never told me your name?" He looked at them with curiosity, patiently awaiting answer. "My name's Callie, and you're... Brandon? Isn't your mom the vice principal? That must be rough..." "Ah it's not to bad..." Brandon smiled at Callie, noting that she neglected to mention Jude or their last names... "Do you understand the science homework? I'm completely lost..." As the conversation began to flow more easily, a friendship started to grow and the two kids talked for the rest of lunch as Jude enjoyed a decent meal.

As the day wore on, Callie and Jude grew more and more nervous about having to return to John and Mary's. John was known for holding grudges and they left him in a rather bad mood this morning... Typically they could avoid Mary and stay out of her way but John was a different story.

Lena was packing up her belongings for the day when she heard a light knock on her office door, "Come on in!" She replied in more of a rush then she anticipated. The door opened ever so slightly and Brandon slid in, he closed the door gently and walked up to Lena... Clearly something was bothering him. "Hey B! Everything alright?" She placed the files on the desk and focused all her attention on him; "Mama, Callie has a little brother and she gave him the lunch you made for her and he doesn't talk and…." "Whoa, whoa Brandon, take a breath! Who are you talking about?" Lena was caught off guard by Brandon's news and needed a bit of clarification; "The girl I brought the lunch too? Her name is Callie and her little brother doesn't talk." Lena looked up with a dawn of realization; "Did you get a last name?" Brandon's shoulders slumped; "No" he replied softly, "She didn't even tell me her brother's name... Can you help them yet?" Lena sighed and looked at her son kindly, "Buddy, just because they don't have lunch doesn't mean they aren't being cared for appropriately... Please don't worry, the teachers and myself are keeping an eye on them, okay?" Lena had other suspicions but didn't feel like Brandon needed to know that much at this time. Jesus and Mariana came in to the room and Lena went back to gathering her things as not to worry them.

"Jude! Shhhh!" Callie brings her finger to her lips to emphasize to Jude, they arrived to the house to find John passed out in the living room and they intended to leave him that way. They slowly and silently make their way up the stairs, holding their breath and avoiding the creaky steps. As they passed Mary and John's room they hear Mary laughing at the television... More like a cackling that sent chills down their spines.

Lena was engrossed in budget paperwork when she felt someone's arms wrap around her waist, she turned her head where her lips met with Stef in a gentle peck; "Hello my love, how was your day?" Stef asked as Lena set down her papers and sighed; "It was long and there are two children that I'm really concerned about. There's no real evidence but something is off with those two... Do you think you could do a background check on their parents?" "Well I can't exactly just run a check based on a feeling... As much as I'd love to help, you need a better reason and a last name..." Lena silently agreed and stood up to pull the lasagna out of the oven; "I guess I'll keep watching them..." Stef looked over apologetically as she set the table for dinner.

"What is 9 times 3?" Callie looked over at Jude, expectantly and he just shrugged; "this one is easy! Just add 9 plus 9 plus 9!" Jude, now even more confused and slightly embarrassed looked away; "it's 27... You've should've known that!" Callie says in a gentler tone and a kind smile. As the kids turn their attention back to their work, the door swings open, full force and in walks John. Callie instantly jumped to her feet, John was on a drunken rage and she would do whatever she needed to do to protect Jude. "You eat the last waffle?" His tone made Jude shrink back and Callie felt the hairs on the back of her neck stand up; "Y-Yes, I d-did" she stammered while glancing back at Jude. "Did you also give me attitude today? You know I don't like being disrespected." "No I-I-I didn't!" John stepped forward and grabbed Callie's upper arm, "Jude hide and cover your ears!" Callie managed before John took her out of the room. John was a bit unsteady as was intoxicated but nonetheless lead Callie to the garage. Jude was hunkered down in the closet but he could still hear John shouting, he bit his tongue to keep from crying and firmly pressed his hands against his ears...