Hello everyone, and Happy Halloween! I bet you guys are psyched on what is going to happen next, and if you have not figured it out yet, I based the starting of this story because Halloween is just around the corner. Do you guys think that Alvin, Simon, and Theodore seemed odd? What is Simon hiding? Read and find out! Here's chapter two for you guys! Enjoy!

Jeanette had forgotten all about the noise she heard the night before, and was more occupied by the sight of Simon. She had been wondering about how mysterious he was, and why the necklace worn by his brothers was so precious, and why he would get in trouble for telling her anything about the necklace. Did it hold some secret? Something dangerous? She knew that it was best to just leave her curiosity out of Simon's privacy, despite her thoughts on what could be so precious about a necklace.

As for Brittany and Eleanor, they had been struck by love, and could only think of the trio next door. Jeanette felt the same way toward Simon, but she was slightly afraid that he might be difficult to start and keep a relationship with, due to his mysteriousness. Yet, that's why Jeanette found herself attracted to him; his mysteriousness. She was scared for her sisters, especially Brittany, because Alvin seemed the most mysterious of them all.

It was so strange. When they went to introduce themselves, the trio had absolutely no emotion on their face. They were completely blank, which was strange to Jeanette, but she also found it interesting. Everything was strange about them, and their back story on how they were forced to move, because of judgement. What was so bad about them that they had to leave by force? Jeanette couldn't help but wonder.

At the house, Brittany was in the bedroom practising her singing for the upcoming talent show, while Eleanor was helping Miss Miller cook up some pumpkin pie for Halloween. Jeanette was on the couch, watching an educational program on the life cycle of animals. She had already seen the program before, when it first premièred on Animal Planet.

Brittany could care the least about educational programs, due to her biology teacher at school making her watch educational stuff, and even take notes. Eleanor, on the other hand, loved to watch them with Jeanette when she wasn't doing anything else. She found the facts of life interesting, which Jeanette envied about her sister. Brittany was more of the "I'd rather admire myself" kind of person, and lived her own world revolved around her, and nobody else.

The program was nearly over, when Jeanette heard the phone ringing, so she rushed to the phone, and answered it. "Hello?"

"Hey, Jeanette. It's Simon. We met this morning."

"Oh. Hello, Simon."

"Is it okay if we could come over? My father said it was okay to come over for lunch."

"I'm sure Miss Miller wouldn't mind, so yeah. It's okay."

"Okay. We'll be over in a minute."

"Sounds good. See you when you get here."

"See ya."

"Bye."

"Bye."

Jeanette sat the phone down on the counter. "Miss Miller, Simon, and his brothers are coming over for lunch."

Miss Miller looked at Jeanette from the inside of the kitchen. "Okay, dear. It would be nice for you to socialize with someone, rather than your sisters," said Miss Miller.

"It would be nice," replied Jeanette.

Miss Miller smiled at Jeanette, then turned back to making the pumpkin pie. Jeanette started to get a bit nervous for no reason, because she knew Simon was no ordinary person. This was going to be one visit she would never forget.

Less than five minutes after Jeanette had talked to Simon on the phone, there was a knock at the door. Jeanette rose off the couch, to the door, and opened the hollow-wooden door. Outside the doorway stood Simon with his brothers at his side, all three with no expression on their faces. Jeanette greeted all three of them in then shut the door. All three of them admired the house, as if they were in a mansion that was owned by a queen or king.

This surprised Jeanette, due to her home being an average home for anyone. Miss Miller caught sight of the trio of chipmunks, and waved at them. "Welcome to our home. Lunch will be ready soon."

"You have a beautiful home. Better than any other place we have ever lived," said Alvin.

"Thank you, Alvin," replied Miss Miller. "It's not anything special; just an average home for a family."

Alvin looked at Miss Miller, still no expression on his face. "We have lived in worse places than this. Trust me."

"You poor thing. Where have you lived?"

Alvin pondered for a second. "Our father prefers to keep that secret."

Jeanette caught what Alvin had said, and apparently, they had more than just one secret. Again, Jeanette started to get curious. Simon turned to Jeanette, as if he knew what she was thinking. His eyes gleamed through his black-framed glasses, causing Jeanette to enter a mode of fear. Why was she so afraid? Could Simon be reading her thoughts, or was it just Jeanette overreacting? Before she could think of an answer, Simon started to walk toward her.

Simon stood before her, then surprisingly, grabbed her sweaty paw. "We need to talk. Privately." Simon's words calmed Jeanette, and thought of somewhere where they could talk.

"We can talk in the back yard," said Jeanette, still shaking.

"Good, because it's important," replied Simon. "Don't be scared."

Jeanette was lost for words, and with Simon's paw in hers, she escorted him to the back yard, wondering how Simon was able to know that she was frightened.

In the back yard, Simon sat down with Jeanette next to him, still gripping her sweaty paw. Simon took a deep breath then started to talk to her about something. "First, Jeanette. I don't know why I do, but I feel attracted to you. Which is a danger to both you and me."

"What do you mean, Simon? It's a natural thing for people our age, to feel attracted to someone of the opposite sex, and why is that a danger?"

"I can't say the truth why it is, but I can tell you this. Tonight, stay clear of the forest near Oak Street. It's not safe, and I don't want you getting hurt."

Jeanette was confused. "I've never trick or treated my entire life, but my sisters tell me that is where the best candy is given out on Halloween."

"I beg you, Jeanette. Do not go near Oak Street. Same for your sisters."

"Why? What's so dangerous about Oak Street? You can tell me, Simon."

"My father would punish me if I told you. Please. Don't go near Oak Street tonight."

"If it's so dangerous, I won't. I promise."

"I care for you too much to lose you."

Jeanette was flattered by Simon's words, and started to cry small tears. "I'm starting to think I'm Bella from Twilight, and you're Edward. I never thought someone, besides my family would care for someone like me. Someone who is dull."

"You are not dull to me at all, Jeanette. You are full of many wonders that are great and mysterious."

"Thank you, Simon." She shed a tear.

"Don't cry, Jeanette."

"These are tears of happiness, Simon."

Simon released his grip from Jeanette's paw, and wrapped his arm around her and pulled her close to his side. "Another thing, Jeanette. My birthday is in a few days, and I will turn sixteen. On my birthday, stay as far from me as possible."

Jeanette didn't want to argue, so she just nodded her head.

"I'm glad you understand." At that moment, Simon leaned into Jeanette, and kissed her on the lips. Jeanette didn't reject, knowing she was safe with Simon, plus she was enjoying the kiss. Simon pulled away. "I've wanted to do that, ever since I saw you for the first time."

"Me too."

Simon expressed a smile on his blank face for the first time. "Promise me you'll stay safe, Jeanette."

"I will."

"Good. Now, let's go back in. My brothers might be wondering where I am."

"I agree. Let's get back."

Simon grabbed Jeanette's paw, then they returned to the house.

"That was delicious, Miss Miller," said Alvin, after eating a Bologna sandwich.

"Same here," added Theodore.

"Indeed," added Simon.

Miss Miller smiled at the trio. "Thank you, boys. It was only a sandwich."

"A yummy sandwich," said Alvin.

Miss Miller giggled. "When do you boys have to be back?"

"Our father told us to be back after lunch," said Alvin.

"Well, we don't want you to get in trouble, so head on home. Girls, say goodbye."

Brittany, Jeanette, and Eleanor all said goodbye, as the trio walked out the front door. Once the door was shut, Jeanette only thought of what Simon said outside. Curiosity filled her mind, but she ignored it. She was going to keep her promise to Simon, and not go near Oak Street tonight. She thought if Alvin and Theodore had also warned Brittany and Eleanor. She wouldn't know until later that night.

"Next Door"

Simon, along with his brothers stood before their father, holding his great-grandfather's cane with his right fist, in a leather chair, before the fireplace. Simon didn't dare tell his father what he had told Jeanette, so he remained quiet, looking up into his father's eyes.

"Did you do as I said?," said the father.

"Yes," said Alvin. "They are harmless, and suspect nothing."

"Excellent. Tonight is the night he will feast on the easy prey, and soon, Simon will become what he was destined to be."

"What do you mean, father," asked Simon.

"You will become his ruler. The leader. The one."

Simon knew what his father was referring to, and only thought of one thing. "Jeanette. Please. Be safe. Safe from him."

Sorry this one was so short, but I didn't want to reveal TOO much! More is coming, and I promise it will get more spooky, if it already isn't spooky enough ;) Thank you for reading, and don't forget to leave reviews, favorite, and follow, if you want to know when this is updated! That's all for now guys, and hope you enjoyed! Take care, and Happy Halloween!