A/N: Tra la la la la la la la lalalalala. Time for s'more FAMILYYYY moments for our dear Mai! Still in her POV, hope you all enjoy! Most likely amount of chapters until this case is closed: 5. A special thanks to all of you who review consistently! This one's dedicated to y'all! :3 Decided to put a lighter spin on the first bit just for you guys! Hope you get a few good laughs out of it (:

DISCLAIMER: I don't own Ghost Hunt.

Everything was chaotic, to say the least. Questions were flying, as were insults and threats. Why? I had no idea. It simply started off with people yelling at me for being stupid, and then things went from there. Not that I'm saying watching people yell at each other wasn't interesting; heck, I wish I had some popcorn.

"LOVE ME, BOU-SAN, LOVE ME!" Yasu was yelling from where he lay on the floor. Bou-san, on the other hand, was trying to jump out of the window. Too bad Martin and John were stopping him. No, no. Don't get me wrong; Bou-san isn't suicidal. He just couldn't take anymore of Yasu's annoyance. Considering the fact he'd been going on and on and on for the last 3 hours or so...

"ENOUGH!" Naru yelled, having finally lost it. Silence settled, Yasu having shut up. Bou-san, letting out a sigh of relief, sank to the floor and sat there. I smirked to myself, hiding my laughter with difficulty.

"Now, Mai. Is it safe to say that we can go home?" He asked me, an underlying sense of desperation in his voice. I hesitated; should I tell them about my mission and get them involved? Fighting against the urge to keep them out of danger, I followed the logic.

"Er, spirit-wise...yes. But...there's more to it and it involves my parents and Gene." I explained, nervous. Instantly, Lin, Martin, Luella and of course, Naru, were on high-alert.

"What do you mean, Mai?" Naru asked, a hard-edge to his voice. I cocked my head to a side, trying to decide how I was going to word this.

"Well, they're all still alive...but their bodies are well-hidden in the manor." I told him. He nodded, still wearing a wary, broken expression. I could relate though; at first, I had doubted that they were telling the truth. If I was being truly honest with myself, I still kinda did doubt it. Who knew if it was a dream or not...either way, I was going to try. I didn't think I could take it if I didn't at least try.

"Alright, so we're looking for the bodies. Would anybody else like to join us, or would you prefer to go home?" Naru asked, directing his words at the SPR gang. Ayako took a look at the others, before stepping up and speaking.

"Of course I'm helping, you idiot. Why wouldn't I?" She retorted, but when she glanced at me I could see the love and affection her eyes held. I smiled in return; Ayako, although sometimes cold-hearted, truly did care. They all did, even though some show it more than others. It had been what we've been building for the last two years.

"I'm helping you, too!" Yasu chirped, sitting on the edge of my bed. I smiled at him, before I felt an arm being slung across my shoulder. Glancing sideways, I realized it had been Bou-san.

"I'm helping you guys too. I wanna see my little girl get reunited with her parents." He beamed. I nodded my head in gratitude, feeling a couple tears of happiness and gratefulness slide down my cheeks.

"Well, then. Let's get going!" Luella exclaimed, clapping her hands together. I laughed at5 her enthusiasm; little did she know that checking me out was a large process...much to all of our dismay.

- G H O S T . H U N T -

I took in a deep breath as soon as I was out of that hell-hole...also known as the SPR van. I honestly, yet again, thought I was going to die.

"Thank you, oh greater beings, for letting me get out of there with my life." I muttered to myself. Several snickers followed my statement, and I found myself stomping up the porch steps in frustration. My 'family' could be so, extremely annoying at times. I'd been so caught up in my thoughts, I didn't even realize someone else was outside until I ran smack-dab into their back.

Groaning as I stumbled back, I glanced up and was about to apologize when I realized WHO I ran into; Frederic. Gasping in shock, I stood there for a second, paralyzed. Then I remembered what he'd been keeping from me for the last 14 years of my damned life.

"WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL ME!" I screamed, pointing an accusing finger at Frederic. Startled by my sudden outburst, he jumped slightly. Then, he realized what I was asking and a weary, tired look appeared on his face. Running a hand over his face, he took his sweet time answering.

"Because it would've put you in danger...again. And it would also mean telling you about your parents not being dead yet. Not to mention your sister. It would've put you in a hell of a lot of danger, Alex. That was the last thing I wanted for you." He said, sounding defeated. I let out a huff, before crossing my arms across my chest and turning away. Childish, but I felt so betrayed.

"Alexis, you listen here. As my niece, I loved you with all my heart. I was named your godfather, too. For that sole reason I was being over-protective. PLEASE, understand where I'm coming from, angel. Please?" He continued, begging. I glanced back at him, and was shocked to see his eyes glistening. Frederic, in the 18 years I've known him, has never cried. He was truly sorry, wasn't he? Rushing over to him, I hugged me and snuggled into his chest.

"Fine. But don't keep things form me in the future, got it?" I warned him playfully, smiling. He chuckled, his chest vibrating, before kissing the top of my head and nodding. I swear I heard a few 'Awws' but I couldn't care less. Still, at the back of my mind was a nagging question.

"Why were you a butler?" I asked, confused. If he was blood-related to me, why did he work for my parents? Was I missing something?

"I was...ah, under-cover. Protecting you whilst under the protection of the manor's charms." He answered, chuckling. I nodded, understanding.

"Anyways, I was wondering...is it alright if we take Emiko back with us to Japan?" Frederic asked, his eyes twinkling. I whirled around in his embrace to stare up at him in shock. Sure, I wanted her to come...but just like that? No complications?

"Seriously?" I asked, disbelieving. Frederic nodded, his jet-black eyes sparkling. I squealed in happiness, pulling out of his embrace and searching for Emiko. There she stood, her eyes anxious. Bouncing over, I grabbed her and pulled her into a hug.

"You're coming with Fre-Fre and I! YAY!" I cheered, overly happy. She giggled, her hazel eyes filled with joy. It seemed as if everything was perfect...but there was still one matter to attend to. Turning to the others with new-found gusto, I smiled widely.

"Let's find us some bodies!" I yelled, fist pumping.

A/N: Yes, it's shorter than your usual fill, but I've had a lot on my mind. Anyways, expect longer chapters in a bit! Winter Break is just around the corner! :3 As one of the reviewers requested, a little bit more info on Emiko is coming up...as I want her and Mai to bond before the case is over (: Review please! You're 28 reviews away from 100! I hope you all get there! xD. Lilacccc...OUT!