DISCLAIMER: I don't own Hoot. Sadly, I had to return it to Movie Gallery because we all know how upset they get when you don't return the movies.

Cluck! Chapter 7 Remix! I don't know about this...

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Chapter 7: Insights and Movie Nights

Sheldon picked himself off the Malt Shop floor, quite stunned. He hadn't expected the violent outburst from the blonde. He realized it would be harder to get close to Roy now. He felt stares from onlookers and he turned to face them. He snarled and they all looked away, afraid.

He limped his way out the door and towards his house. He hadn't realized he was hurt at first. Until he had put his weight on his left ankle and a searing pain had shot through him. The blonde had done more damage than he had thought.

"Sheldon!"

He looked up to see his mom running down the street. Her brown hair was flying behind her and her clothes whipped about her small frame. She was incredibly tan and looked panicky.

"What happened to you?" worry was etched on her face.

"None of your business." he growled at her.

She paused, watching him cautiously.

"Go back Mom"

"But…"

"No! Go Now!" he screamed infuriated at her.

She recoiled as if struck, a look of hurt in her eyes. She nodded slowly and turned to walk away.

"Now I know why father did what he did." he mumbled bitterly.

He heard her choked sob and she began to run back to the house. He limped after her, arriving moments later. He was intent on locking himself in his room. So he could blast heavy metal and plot his next move.

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Shelbie Star watched her son ghost past her. She had always been told Sheldon was like his father. Only now did she realize, they had been mocking her before. She thought of Steve and a pang of fear struck her.

Flashback

Shelbie was running towards Steve. "Steve!"

He turned to face her, his dark eyes flashing dangerously.

"Go back, Shelbie" his voice deadly calm.

"But you could get killed!" she latched herself onto his arm.

She didn't see his hand until it struck her across the face. She staggered back and looked up at him. His cold eyes watching her every move. She let out a choked sob and her eyes began to water. She let out a small whimper.

"Please Steve" she stood "think of Sheldon. He needs you, he's too young to lose his father."

"No, he will survive. You're the one who can't let go. Or it would be him standing before me now."

She closed her eyes and shook her head vigorously. "No!"

"If it wasn't for having Sheldon, I'd have to say you're the biggest mistake I've ever made." with that he turned and left.

End Flashback

Shelbie wiped her tears away on the back of her hand. She still couldn't believe Steve was dead. But his presence still lingered. It was in Sheldon, she could tell. He was a clone of his father.

Same dark black hair and cold grey eyes. He was almost as tall as his father had been and his personality was the same. He walked, talked, and acted just like Steve had. He even had those eyes, that seemed to bore into your soul.

She walked upstairs to her son's room. She gently knocked but no response came from within. She opened the door slowly only to have a shoe thrown at her. Laid up on his bed was Sheldon. He had his cold eyes fixed on her and his mouth was shaped in a frown.

"What?" he demanded.

"I was just wondering if you needed anything from town?"

"You interrupted me for that?"

She nodded meekly and backed out the door.

"I need a new memory card for my camera." he said suddenly.

Her face brightened and she nodded excitedly.

"Oh yes! Is there a specific type?"

"Here" he threw his own at her. "Get one exactly like that."

She nodded and closed the door. She was just happy to get some kind of response from him. She grabbed her purse from the counter and hurried out to her car. She wouldn't mess this up, not this time.

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Back at the Molly Bell; Roy, Mullet, Garret, and Dana sat in silence. Roy was leaning heavily against Mullet and Garret was snuggled up in Dana's lap. Dana slowly stroked Garret's hair and looked at Mullet. Roy had just finished explaining the story to Garret and Dana.

"Does he live here now?" Garret asked from Dana's lap.

"I guess so…." Mullet scratched his head "Why else would he still be here. They must have just moved."

Dana nodded slowly. "Quite a few new families have been moving in. If he has too then that makes three."

"Three?" Garret asked disbelievingly.

Dana nodded and smiled down at him. "This will make at least three new kids in school."

"Wow…."

Roy stared blankly ahead, remaining silent.

"Don't worry Roy" Roy turned slightly to look at Dana. "Even though Mullet won't be in school with you. You'll have Garret and me, we'll keep you safe."

Garret nodded at his friend and smiled.

"We're going to make it through ok?" Mullet whispered into Roy's ear.

Roy nodded and smiled, feeling much better than he had earlier. He leaned into Mullet's warmth and sighed contently.

"So, what we going to do tomorrow?" Dana asked suddenly.

"We?" Mullet raised an eyebrow.

"Yes, WE" Dana emphasized. "I decided that tomorrow, we should all do something together."

"That sounds good." Roy looked up at Mullet. "Can we please?"

Mullet smiled and leaned down to kiss Roy. "Of course we can."

"Its only mid afternoon" Garret said surprised.

"I know….seems it should be night by now." Dana responded quietly.

"Well, we'll save anything big for tomorrow." Mullet exclaimed. "but let's do something now."

The other three nodded and they all got up. They began to slowly trudge towards town.

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Shelbie was holding a memory card in her hand, comparing it to her son's. A store manager was eyeing her wearily, for she had been standing there for quite some time.

"Can I help you Ma'am?" the store clerk had called the police.

Standing before her was a tall man, dressed in uniform. He smiled down at her and a realization struck her. He was quite attractive, but she squashed that thought out. She had never looked at another man, since Steve.

"I was trying to make sure that this was the right memory card." she held both of them out to him.

He took them and inspected them closely. "Yup"

He smiled and handed them back to her. She smiled back and made her way to the register.

"By the way Ma'am," he called after her "I'm Officer Delinko"

"Shelbie Star" she smiled brightly.

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Mullet hung upside down from the tree, making Roy laugh as he made silly faces.

"Get down from there before you break your neck." he laughed up at his boyfriend.

Mullet stuck out his tongue and blew a raspberry. He let go and landed swiftly on his feet. He took Roy into his arms and inhaled his love's smell.

"You smell good" he sniffed at Roy's hair some more.

"Its called taking a shower." Roy replied playfully.

Mullet playfully growled and tackled Roy to the ground. They fought for dominance, which Mullet won. He pinned his smaller lover to the ground and showered him in kisses.

"Ok you two" Dana chuckled as he came around a tree.

Garret who was right behind him giggled. "So, we going or not?"

Mullet nodded and pulled Roy up. "Yeah, let's go."

They all set off for Roy's house. They chatted animatedly on their way and just played around. When the house came into view, Roy rushed forward with the key. Mullet laughed and ran after him, leaving Dana and Garret behind.

Dana smiled and put his arm over Garret's shoulder. Garret leaned into him, as they walked up the steps to Roy's house. Once inside, they found Roy searching through some movies and could hear Mullet making popcorn.

"So guys." Roy paused as he stood. "Horror or comedy?"

"Horror" "Comedy" Dana and Garret said at the same time.

"I vote horror!" came the call from the kitchen.

"So do I, so horror it is." Roy said as he put the movie in.

"What movie is it?" Garret asked as he sat down on the couch.

"Ummm…. The Breed." he replied as he sat in the recliner.

"What's it about?" Dana inquired as he sat on the couch and pulled Garret into his lap.

"I guess we'll find out."

Mullet came in with the popcorn and switched the lights off. Roy got up to let Mullet sit then curled up in his lap. Mullet passed the popcorn to Dana and wrapped his arms around Roy. Roy leaned back against him and intently watched the movie.

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By the middle of the movie Garret was hiding his face in the crook of Dana's neck. A harsh snarl from the TV caused him to jump. He clung onto his boyfriend, afraid to let go. Dana smiled gently and held him close. He leaned down to kiss Garret softly.

Mullet was no longer paying attention to the movie, He was too busy watching Roy, who was intently watching the movie. He nipped slightly at Roy's neck, trying to get his attention. Roy threw some popcorn at his face. Shocked but not deterred, Mullet licked from Roy's neck up to his ear.

"Mullet!" Roy hissed sharply.

Dana laughed from the couch, having seen what happened. Mullet shot him a glare and returned his attention to Roy. He slide his hands down Roy's sides and bit down on his neck. Roy squirmed against Mullet, trying to break his hold. He elbowed Mullet in the stomach causing him to let go.

Mullet let his tongue flick out at the back of Roy's neck. He let his hands wander down to grip Roy's hips. Roy tried once again to focus on the movie but Mullet bit down on his shoulder. Roy turned quickly and snapped his teeth in Mullet's face.

Roy turned his attention back to the movie, only to see credits rolling. A look of irritation crossed his face and he turned to glare at Mullet. His blonde boyfriend smiled sweetly back. Roy scrambled out of the chair to take the movie out.

"It was a good movie." Dana commented as he stretched.

Garret nodded sleepily against Dana's chest. Mullet yawned and stood up. Roy yawned as he went to put the movie back up.

"You can all stay here for the night." Roy offered.

"That would be nice." Dana paused "I don't like the thought of walking home at this hour."

"Yeah and after that movie, I don't think I want to." Garret shook his head and shuddered.

"Did the big bad dogs scare Garret?" Mullet mused with raised eyebrows.

"It wasn't that bad Garret" Roy added.

"Have to admit it was creepy." Dana said to comfort Garret.

"A bit" Roy admitted.

"So where is everyone going to sleep?" Mullet asked as he went to put the bowl up.

"I'll take the couch." Dana said sleepily.

"Me too."

Dana smiled at Garret and Roy brought some blankets out.

"I'll sleep in my bed if you don't mind." Roy yawned.

"I don't mind, as long as I can join you." Mullet smiled and walked up behind him to embrace him.

"Good night" Dana called from the couch.

"Night" Mullet replied as he and Roy climbed the steps.

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As soon as they had vanished up the stairs, Dana rolled over on top of Garret. He pinned Garret beneath him. He nuzzled Garret's neck softly. He sat up, straddling Garret's stomach. He took his shirt off and dropped it to the floor. Garret reached up for him. He laid back down and smashed their lips together.

Garret gasped, allowing Dana access. Dana prodded Garret's tongue with his own. In attempts, to draw it out of it's shyness. He explored his boyfriend's mouth, memorizing it with his tongue. He flicked his tongue across Garret's, beginning a war for dominance. Dana brought his hands into it and started tickling him.

Garret laughed and squirmed under Dana. Dana ceased his attack to nibble on Garret's cheek. The nibbling turned to sucking and Garret began to squirm again.

"Stop!"

Dana pulled away, looking puzzled and a bit hurt.

"I just don't want a hickey on my cheek. I'd never be able to explain it to my mom."

Realization dawned on Dana and he nodded. Garret pulled Dana's face back down to kiss him. Dana rolled to his side, cradling Garret against his chest. Garret snuggled against him and quickly fell asleep. Dana smiled at Garret's peaceful face, slowly drifting to sleep himself.

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Upstairs, Roy had changed into sleep pants and had cuddled up in bed with Mullet.

"Tomorrow should be fun." Mullet commented as he stroked Roy's hair.

Roy mumbled softly but not loud enough for Mullet to hear.

"What was that?" he peered down into his love's face.

"As long as you're there."

Mullet blushed.

"Are you blushing?"

"No!" Mullet hid his face from view.

"Awwww…..but its so cute." this only made Mullet blush more. "Come on Mullet. Its nothing to be embarrassed about."

"Easy for you to say." came the mumbled reply.

Roy sighed and wrapped his arms around the blonde. He kissed Mullet's hand where it concealed his face. Mullet peaked out through his fingers. Roy smiled at him pulled him closer. Then the smile turned devious.

"What are Dana and Garret going to say about this?"

"About what?"

"About you being embarrassed."

Mullet's hands left his face instantly. "You wouldn't dare."

"Or would I?" Roy raised his eyebrows as Mullet always did.

Mullet let out a low growl and lunged at Roy. That sent them toppling off of the bed, with Mullet on top. Roy grinned up at the blonde, laughing.

"What's so funny?" Mullet asked raising an eyebrow.

Roy pulled Mullet down and whispered in his ear. "You're blushing."

That only made Mullet turn more red. "So"

"Nothing wrong with it."

Mullet looked at Roy puzzled but said nothing. Roy wiggled out from under the blonde and climbed back onto the bed.

"Coming or you just going to sit there?" he looked at a confused Mullet.

Mullet suddenly smiled and climbed back up. He pinned Roy to the bed and ravished him. Roy gasped slightly with surprise. Mullet pulled back to nibble on Roy's neck. Roy grasped Mullet's shirt in his fists, pulling him closer. Mullet let his hands roam openly, exploring Roy's body.

"Mullet…"

Mullet pulled back, not wanting to hurt Roy. Roy pouted at him and Mullet smiled back. He snuggled up to Mullet and drifted off to sleep. Mullet laughed silently at Roy's antics. He cuddled with Roy and closed his eyes. Mullet was almost asleep and everything was going fuzzy. That's when someone starting banging on the front door.

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Dana was half asleep, wondering who was pounding on the door. At first, he thought it a dream. Then he rolled off the couch and woke up. The banging was very much real and very loud. Garret was slowly awakening as he sat up

Dana heard someone running down the stairs. Mullet appeared and went to answer the door. A very distressed Bea burst through as soon as the door opened. Roy was groggily stumbling down the stairs as she ran into the room.

"Bea! Are you ok?" Mullet looked at his sister, worried.

She collapsed on the couch, panting. "It was horrible."

"What was?" Garret, who was sitting beside her, asked sleepily.

"Lonna"

Mullet tensed at the mention of his mother's name.

"What happened?" Roy asked, wide awake now.

"We had a fight." she wouldn't say anymore.

"Ok and?" Mullet was stressed now.

"Well…she kicked me out."

An uncomfortable silence followed.

Dana struggled to speak. "Where will you go?"

"I don't know. I don't even know if she meant it. I ran out before she could finish."

Mullet went pale instantly. "How long did it take you to get here?"

Bea looked up startled. "Only about ten minutes. Why?"

Before anyone could say anything, the front door banged open.

"Beatrice Leep! You will not run away from me when I'm talking to you." it was Lonna Leep.

She stepped inside and looked around. When her eyes fell upon Mullet, her face twisted into fury.

"I knew it!" she shrieked. "I knew you were back in town!"

"I'm so sorry Mullet." Bea whispered.

Dana watched everyone silently. He knew things had taken a turn for the worse. He stepped between Mullet and Lonna, taking a protective stance.

"I knew you'd lead me right to him." Lonna snarled and stepped forward.

Dana was blocking her path though.

"Get out of my way!" she hissed menacingly at him.

"No"

"What did you say to me, you arrogant brat!"

"You have no business here."

"Like hell I don't."

"This is private property, you need to leave."

"You can't tell me what to do."

"I can and I will." he stared her down with cold eyes.

She recoiled some, sensing she couldn't win. Dana stared her down, hoping it was working.

"He's my son!"

"I know that, but you have no right to harass him here."

Roy had slowly began backing away to the kitchen. As soon as he reached the corner, he bolted to the phone. He dialed quickly and waited.

"Officer Delinko speaking."

"Officer Delinko!"

"Roy! How you been?"

"No time for that! You need to get here now!" he whispered urgently.

"Ok but why?"

"I'll tell you later, just get over here." with that he hung up the phone.

He edged his way back into the living room. Lonna Leep was still trying to stare down Dana, who was standing his ground. Mullet was still frozen in place, staring at his mom.

"Move!" Lonna yelled at Dana.

Garret was getting worried as he watched on. Roy went to sit beside him, putting an arm around him.

Dana shook his head at her. He closed his eyes slightly and she moved forward. She hit shoved him, sending him toppling over backwards. She lunged for Mullet, who should have been able to get away. But Mullet was still in shock, so she grabbed his wrist. She sunk her nails in and Mullet realized what was going on. But it was too late.

"Your coming with me!" Lonna yelled as she dragged him towards the door.

"No!" Roy tried to jump up but Bea held him down.

They could only watch on in horror as Mullet disappeared out the door. Tears formed in Roy's eyes as he glared at Bea. She looked away from him, ashamed. Just at that moment, Officer Delinko walked through the open door.

"Roy! What happened?" his voice came out panicked.

He noticed Dana sprawled on the floor and the tears in Roy's eyes. Bea got up and ran out the open door. Garret rushed over to Dana's side, to help him up. Delinko walked over to Roy and looked at him closely.

"Roy, what happened?" he asked more calmly this time.

"She took him." came the choked reply.

Delinko didn't need to ask who. He knew, he could see it in Roy's face. Mullet's mother had finally caught him.

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I still don't know about this one... Oh well, hope you liked it. RXR!

MUTT