Welcome to my Fosters story. This chapter will be based on Season 1 Episode 3 of The Fosters. This story will focus mostly on Callie and Brandon. I am team Brallie so eventually this will become a Brallie story.

Act Your Age

Brandon's POV

Sharing the bathroom was already a nightmare. Having Callie and Jude living in this house meant more fighting over the bathrooms. For us kids we had one full bathroom in the hallway that all 5 of us had to now share. There is a bathroom downstairs but it was only a half bath so it didn't have a shower.

Also this morning I caught Jesus trying using my laptop because our moms took away his. Jesus ended up taking the blame for selling drugs to Kelsey so our moms wouldn't know that it was actually Mariana who stole Jesus pills and sold them to Kelsey at school.

"You could have asked first Jesus." I said

"Sorry, I didn't think you would mind if I used your computer for a few minutes." Jesus said

"I do mind, now would you please get off my computer?" I asked

"Just give me 5 more minutes." Jesus said

"Why are you talking to Lexi? I thought you only knew her because she is Mariana's best friend?" I asked

"I did but I think I have a crush on her. She is really cute, What do you think Brandon?" Jesus asked

"I approve but I don't know what Mariana will think about this?" I said

"Please don't tell Mariana. She doesn't need to know about this right now." Jesus said

At breakfast that morning I noticed Callie wearing something that I haven't see her wear before.

"You look cute today." I told Callie

"Thanks, Mariana said I could wear anything in her wardrobe so kids at school wouldn't notice how little clothing I own." Callie said

"I have never seen Mariana wear that top before." I said

"It still had the tag on that so I assume she never wore it." Callie said

I finally get to school after taking a cold shower. I am at the point where I feel like setting my alarm a little earlier so I can take a shower before my everyone else wakes up.

"Are you mad about something Brandon?" Talya asked

"Sometimes I wish I was an only child like you." I said

"I thought you loved all your siblings." Talya said

"I do but I had to take a cold shower again today because Mariana took twice as long in the shower that she should have taken." I said

"I have an idea Brandon. Since you are the only one of your siblings that can drive and you have a car so why can't you drive over to my house before school to take a shower." Talya said

"What about your parents?" I asked

"They normally both leave for work around an hour before I have to leave for school." Talya said

"I also drive my siblings to school most days so they don't have to take the bus all the time." I said

"Think about it Brandon. All you have to do is come up with a reason why you have to be at school earlier and then you can come over to my house before school." Talya said

Talya and I kissed and then I walked quickly towards my first class since I didn't want to be late.

Callie's POV

I was in English class and I noticed Talya and Brandon kissing right outside the classroom door. Then Talya walked into the classroom since she has the same english class as me. I have been kissed before but I've never had a true boyfriend. The guy I was with didn't love me, he was just using me to get what he wanted. I never told anyone about what happened because no one will believe me. I tried to tell the parents in the foster house but they didn't believe me and their son spun the truth so I would get kicked out instead of him being sent to Jail for raping me.

The English teachers wanted us to write in our journals. He told us to write about a secret.

"Are you going to read these?" I asked

"No, these journals are just for you to write." He said

"How do we get graded if you don't read them?" I asked

"As long as I notice you are writing something down you get an A. These journals only count for 10 percent of your grade but that could make a difference between getting an A or a B." He said

I didn't want to write down my deepest darkest secret so I just pretended that I was writing. I did manage to write down a name. I wrote Liam because that was the boy who hurt me. He is 19 now and I am almost 16. The incident happened when he just turned 18 and I was only 14 at the time.

Brandon's POV

After school I went to the batting cages with my dad. Not only did I play piano but I was also on the varsity baseball team at Anchor Beach. I don't love baseball as much as I love piano but I was playing because my dad used to play on a little league team and when he was in high school.

"How are things at home?" Mike asked

"I can't wait to be ungrounded." I said

"I'm sorry Branden but you made a bad decision and because of that you have to deal with the consequences." Mike said

"I'm sorry dad but I have other things that I would like to be doing." I said

"Hanging out with Talya is not an option because you are grounded." Mike said

"She really misses not being able to spend time with me after school." I said

"I really don't think Talya is a good influence on you." Mike said

"Dad, you don't get a say on who I date." I said

"I really would like it if we could spend more time together. I have an extra bedroom in my apartment if you ever want to come live with me." Mike said

"I will think about it. With Callie and Jude living at moms the house does seem extra crowded." I said

When I got home Lena was helping Jude with homework and my mom was paying bills.

"Did you have fun with your dad?" Stef asked

"Yes." I said

"How were the batting cages?" Stef asked

"Good." I said

"What's up, You look like you want to talk about something." Stef said

"Dad kind of asked me to move in with him and I think that's what I want to do." I said

"I'm surprised he didn't talk to me about this first." Stef said

"He doesn't need your permission mom. It is up to dad and me" I said

"You don't get a say in this Brandon." Stef said

"Well I should get a say in this because it involves me." I said

"You are still a minor Brandon and I still have custody over you." Stef said

"I'm 16 now so I can decide for myself." I said

"Under legal law you are not an adult until the day you turn 18." Stef said

"I never get a say in anything. You and dad got divorced without talking to me. I didn't get to chose if I wanted to live with him or you." I said

"You were only 5 when your dad and I got divorced." Stef said

I walked towards the door. My mom was yelling at me but I slammed the door before she finished what she was saying.

"Branden, If you leave this house right now you are not welcome back." Stef said

A few hours later I came home. It was late so I didn't think anyone would be up but my mom was still up and waiting for me to come home.

"I'm back if you still want me to live here." I said

"I didn't mean what I said just before you left." Stef said

"I figured you were just mad." I said

"Where were you?" Stef asked

"I went to my best friends house." I said

"You don't just leave the house when you are trying to avoid talking to me." Stef said

"I know and I'm sorry." I said

"Your apology is accepted this time." Stef said

Thanks mom, I love you." I said

"You made a good point Brandon. You are old enough to decide whether you live with us or your dad." Stef said

The next day at school I talked to Talya before class.

"My dad asked me to move in with him last night and I decided I want to go live with him." I said

"What does this mean for us? I know your dad doesn't approve of us." Talya said

"Don't worry about that because on the days that my dad works the afternoon/evening shift we would get the apartment all to ourselves." I said

"I love the idea of getting more alone time together." Talya said

I ate lunch with Callie today since Talya had a lunch detention for having to many tardy's.

"So Talya told me that you are moving in with your dad." Callie said

"It has nothing to do with you or Jude. I just need some more space." I said

"I understand that. The house is a little crowded with 7 people but I have been in worse situations before." Callie said

"I'm sorry about that Callie. I wish that my moms would have been able to help you and Jude sooner." I said

A few days later I was unsure if I wanted to go live with my dad permanently. True the house was crowded but sometimes it was great to have so many people that care about you. I was having dinner with my dad and I knew the topic of me going to live with him was going to pop up.

"So when are you moving in with me?" Mike asked

"Dad, don't be mad at me but I'm second guessing myself right now. Mom's home has always been my home with or without you living in it." I said

"Alright Brandon, I understand. I only want you to move in with me if that's what you want." Mike side

When I got home that night I was surprised to see Talya. Since I was eating dinner with my dad I missed out on family game night. Talya was playing along almost like she was taking my spot in the family.

"Brandon, If you move in with your dad then you are still welcome here whenever you want. No mater what you are still apart of this family." Stef said

"I know that and thanks for letting me be the one to decide." I said

"Have you decided yet?" Stef asked

"I keep going back and forth. There are pros and cons no matter if I stay or go." I said

"You should try spending the weekend with your dad. That way you can have a trial run. Brandon, you haven't slept over at your dad's for years and I want you to be happy with whatever decision you make." Stef said

"I think I will give my dad a trial run before I make a decision as big as this." I said

"This weekend then you can go to your dad's Friday after school and stay to Sunday night." Stef said

Callie's POV

The Next Morning

I was looking for my journal that I needed for school but I couldn't find it.

"You took it didn't you Mariana." I yelled

"Took what? I have no idea what you are talking about Callie." Mariana replied back.

"My Journal for english. I left it right here and now it is gone." I said

"Did you look around this room. For all you know it could even be in your backpack already.

"I already looked everywhere for it and now because of you I am going to be late for school." I yelled

"The other day I thought I saw Talya walking out of this room so maybe she took it." Mariana said

"I think you are just trying to let someone else take the blame but maybe you are telling the truth." I said

"I will help you find it later but now we need to leave for school if we want to avoid getting a detention. Mariana said

"I probably just forget where I put it but I wrote some things in there that no one but me knows." I said

When I got to school I went to my locker. When I was taking some things out of my backpack to put in my locker for the day I found my journal. I must have put it in my backpack last night and forgot about it. I'm glad I had it because I wasn't ready for the secrets that I had written to come out yet. I had a really bad past. I already had to relive it once when I wrote it down in my journal and I wouldn't want to relive it ever again.

Brandon and I played basketball that night. I wasn't even a little bit good but Brandon was only a little bit better.

"I'm spending this weekend at my dads and if things go well then I will be moving to my dad's after that." Brandon said

"I know I will still see you at school and your dad's house isn't that far away but it feels like you are moving far away." I said

"If you ever need to get away from all this craziness then you can come over. We can talk and work on homework together." Brandon said

"It still won't be the same." I said

"I will still be around for you Callie, just not all the time." Brandon said

"I wish you good luck at your dad's." I said

Sunday night when Brandon came home from his dad's I wanted to know what his decision was.

"Are you moving out or not?" I asked

"Actually I decided to stay here. I think it is better that way. I will still spend time with my dad." Brandon said

"What made you change your mind?" I asked

"You Callie, I feel closer to you then Mariana, Jesus, and Jude." Brandon said

"I have had other foster siblings but I have never had such a close bond with them." I said

"Callie, There is something really special about you. No matter what anyone says you belong with this family." Brandon said

I hope you enjoyed this. Please review. I would love to hear your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and just anything you want to know about this story.

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Should the chapters be based on each episode?

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This is my first story for the Fosters and I am excited to write it.

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