Author's Note: Hey guys! Thanks to StellaPriceFan, I-Wish-Upon-Falling-Stars, Joanne (guest user), CSI Encyclopedia & grangehilllover for reviewing the last chapter. This chapter is partly based on episode 11.

Before we go any further, I'd love to thank StellaPriceFan for helping with the story so far because it was her idea for Rachel to be the mother and she came up with the back story as to how Rachel became Pandora's mum. She has helped a lot with that part of the story and is still helping now. The story would have taken a complete different turn if it wasn't for her help!

Also, just a reminder, I am going away on Tuesday (27th Aug) for a swimming competition and won't be back until the 2nd (the next Monday) so I won't be updating during those few days but I might get another chapter in tomorrow.

Danni x

Fast forward to Monday

It started out as a normal Monday. Dad and I arrived at school together and I went to tutor. I was sat with Mr Mead as I was updating him on how things were going between Max and I. I didn't say anything about Rachel being my mum because I didn't know if she had said anything about it. I wasn't sure because there were other staff with children (Mr Clarkson and Josh being an example) but it happened during a time of her life that she was very ashamed of.

"Glad to know things are going well between you and him. Your grades have certainly improved recently so things are definitely on the up." I had gone from Cs and Ds to Bs and As which was an astounding improvement. I knew that mum and dad were very happy with me so they knew that I was obviously happy because I was working.

"Do you know what you want to do after Waterloo Road?"

"Help people who are going through hard things. Basically what Miss Campbell does really."

"I'm sure she'd be happy to help you. You care about your peers, I saw you sign the petition for Lindsay James. Were you good friends?"

"Not really. She was just someone who I knew. She helped when I started here though. I think she knew something was wrong between me and my dad but she didn't want to say anything. I wish I had said something to her now. Just so she knew that she wasn't the only one who had problems in the past with parents. Having someone in the same boat as you can make a world of difference."

"Sure can. It's time for lesson now so you'd better be going. Where are you now?"

"French with Miss Haydock."

"Have fun!"

I then gave him a smile as I walked out of the room and headed to the foreign languages department.

Later on in the day

I was in French (it was a double lesson) and I asked to be excused to go to the toilet. Miss Haydock allowed it as long as I was quick. The nearest toilets were past English. I walked down there to find a peculiar man. I knew that he wouldn't be allowed in and around school on his own. Parents are always with a member of staff if they are walking around. I turned around and ran straight to the office. Even if I was wrong, that was better than being right.

"Pandora. What's the matter?" Mum noticed that I had ran into office so I knew that I'd have to tell her what was happening.

"There's a parent in school on his own. I've already seen him trying to get one kid out and I think he's trying elsewhere."

"Do you know what he was called?"

"I don't know but someone called him Mr Vale..."

"Thank you Pandora. Joyce can you tell me what class Bianka Vale is in?"

"Mr Budgen." Joyce replied before Rachel left the office in quite a rush. Dad was still in his office going through some paperwork. I asked him why Rachel left as quick as she did which was when Chris told me that Mr Vale isn't even supposed to be here because he's not allowed alone with his kids.

"Is there anything I can do to help?"

"Pandora go back to lesson. I'll write you a note explaining why you've been out so long." Dad began to write me a note explaining that there was a reason why I've been so long and if it needs to be discussed she can come and see him later. I thanked him and said, "If you need me to help then let me know."

"We will. If the police get involved they will need to speak to you."

"Okay. Thanks." I left the office and went back to lesson. I got a weird look before getting some snarky comments saying that I had been skiving it but I showed Miss the note and she accepted it before allowing me to sit next to Karla at my desk. I ignored everything and just got straight on with my work.

After my break, I had science with a cover teacher. We were doing worksheets since Mr Mead wasn't able to cover the lesson. That's when Kim Campbell came to my class and asked for me.

We walked to the office and I saw that there was a massive map on the table with Max and two police officers stood over it whilst Mr Mead was talking to Michael, Bianka's brother.

"Pandora Tyler. I heard you wanted to speak to me?"

"Yes. Your father made us aware that you saw Mr Vale try to take Michael out of lesson before coming here and telling Miss Mason. We just need to ask you a few questions."

"Where's Miss Mason?" It was clear that panic was in my voice and my dad more than noticed.

"She's gone after them Pandora." Miss Campbell came over and told me. I was quite worried now. If the court had put some kind of order on the man then it's obvious that he is dangerous or at least some kind of threat.

"Listen can I speak to Pandora a minute?" My dad came over and took me outside the office and sat me down outside. He knelt in front of me, putting his hands over mine (which were resting on my knees) before comforting, "Rachel is going to be fine. You know what she's like."

"I'm just worried because that man is clearly a danger if the court has something against him."

"We're trying to get hold of Rachel as soon as we can. You can stay with me okay?" I nodded my head but a tear rolled down my face. Dad noticed this and wiped it away before continuing, "For now we just have to stay strong and hope she doesn't get hurt."

I then stood up and wrapped my arms around my dad in comfort before taking a deep breath and calming myself down. Mum would hate to see me in this state, especially since it's her fault. We went back into the room and I answered the officer's questions as best I could.