We have lift off. Viribus has put his plan into action, and it only gets worse from here. But while he has successfully seized control of the school, there is one silver lining in all this. Lincoln is about to attempt an escape, and all he has to do is pull it off somehow, and there will be a serious wedge in the villain's plans. But even if Lincoln does escape, he will still be facing a grim situation, as his so-called friends have been rather busy while he has been locked away in a room. Essentially, Viribus plans on 'influencing' the world one step at a time, and the school is his first target. Some people have criticised this as utterly ridiculous, and… yeah, it's exactly that. But that's the thing. For those who haven't already realised this from the previous 11 chapters of content, Viribus is a messed up individual, with a radical plan set in motion. Of course what he's doing is ridiculous, but that's exactly the point. He's doing what he's doing out of desperation, and a warped sense of reality as well as right and wrong. But that's what makes him dangerous, and it may be only Lincoln and his family who can stop him. But will they even be able to reunite and redeem their relationship, let alone co-exist as an opposing force against Viribus and his disciples? In the meantime, this chapter will focus on Lincoln's escape attempt, as well as the immediate aftermath of chapter 11's events…

Viribus: "For too long this school, and other places like it, have been breeding grounds for hostility, vile conflict, and traumatised minds. So many of you fall victim to bullying, prejudice, oppression and rejection every day, and no authority figures are ever capable of truly helping you. But we are here to change that. We will create a world where everyone is treated correctly. Where people are not attacked or rejected for being different. Where unnecessarily aggressive and discriminating behaviour is not tolerated and is dealt with firm punishments. For years, many of you have been victims of society's biggest faults, but no more. From now on, we will oversee and control everything that transpires here. This school is the first location to be reformed under my new plan for upgrading civilisation. First Royal Woods, and then, the rest of society… enjoy your day." He finished as he concluded his speech to the school and put the microphone away.

Huggins: "This will never work! You're crazy! Do you really think you can make this ridiculous plan of yours succeed? Because of this, you guys are criminals! The police will stop you!"

Viribus: "That's why we're keeping these kids and members of staff trapped in here. Anyone tries to leave, and we will use these lasers. You are all my hostages. I will contact the local authorities and demand they listen to my suggestions for reform towards Royal Woods, and use said hostages as bargaining power. Then, when that stage of the plan succeeds, Royal Woods will shine above the rest as an example to strive towards. All I need is the time and opportunity to demonstrate how my methods are the best thing for everyone, and exercising my power to improve this school is the perfect way to show that. This will be an excellent starting point before heading off to other parts of Royal Woods. Then other areas will be begging for us to come along and enforce the changes necessary for a better world. Slowly but surely, our influence will spread and give birth to a new improved society. One where those like us finally stop getting the short straw!"

Huggins and Johnson were completely befuddled by what was just said. They didn't view that as a plausible outcome whatsoever…

Huggins: "That's completely ridiculous! You don't really think that will work, do you?!"

Viribus: "It has to. It's the only chance for the human race to redeem itself. Failing that, well, I guess I'll just have to destroy you all!" he stated as he pointed his laser right at the principal's face.

Huggins then gulped as he was intimidated by his adversary.

Viribus: "Now, keep quiet. Your authority here no longer means anything. You sit there in the corner like a good little man, and I'll take running the school from here!"

Mrs Johnson: "You won't be running anything! The second I get out of these ropes, I'm calling the cops, if someone hasn't done so already!"

Viribus: "It doesn't matter if they do, and you won't be getting free. In fact, Defendere, go and take Mrs Johnson and stuff her in some closet somewhere. She won't be needed in the room anymore!" and with that, his follower immediately obeyed his instruction.

But while everything was going according to his plan, Viribus was about to have a new problem to deal with. Lincoln was back at his hideout, still trapped, but devising a strategy to escape from his imprisonment. That involved exactly what was about to happen, as Sid was sent back to check on the Loud male. This was Lincoln's chance to make a break for it.

Sid: "Hey, Loud! Master Viribus wants a status update! Have you come around and seen the error of your ways?"

Lincoln then walked over to the door of his room, and answered back with his own question.

Lincoln: "What? Your master couldn't come and talk to me himself this time?!"

Sid: "He's busy. We all are. We're executing the master plan that he's been forming for a long time. I was sent to come back alone and check on you while they continue to take control of Royal Woods. This is where we truly make a difference. You can still be a part of it, Loud. Join us in our fight against the world!"

Lincoln initially adopted a sceptical expression on his face, but then, he seized the opportunity to make his escape, and the first stage of that was to fake acceptance…

Lincoln: "You know what? You're right. You guys have always been right. I didn't want to admit it, but I was wrong. If I continue to accept the world for what it is, then those vile monsters out there will just continue making my life a misery! They're scum! And they need to be put in check, their meanness must be stopped. Let me out, and I'll help you guys change things for the better! Please. I wouldn't have come here in the first place if I weren't interested in doing this. I want to help you so we can all live better lives!"

Lincoln made a very convincing set of points to Sid. While a recipient of physical and psychological training from his master, Sid was a still a little boy Lincoln's age. He was far from immune to manipulation and deception. He genuinely believed Lincoln was telling the truth about his intentions.

So he took the keys from out of his pocket, and opened the door to Lincoln's room, and let him out.

Sid: "Welcome back to the winning team! But I'm still watching you!" he insisted.

Lincoln: "Yeah, um… CROTCH SHOT!"

Lincoln then kicked Sid straight in the nuts, taking him by surprise, and the kid dropped to the floor like a sack of potatoes.

Lincoln: "Thanks for all the pointers over the years, Lynn." He remarked to himself before grabbing the keys from Sid's hands, and then running for the exit.

Lincoln had to quickly find out which keys were to open the front door so he could escape the building before Sid recovered. He found out, but as he went to open the door, Sid caught up with him.

Sid: "Big mistake, you runt! I've been training for a lot longer than you, and now I'm gonna kick your butt!"

Lincoln then picked up the laser gun which Sid had with him…

Lincoln: "Did you really think the keys were the only thing I just snatched from your hands?" he said with a smug grin on his face.

Sid: "You may get away, but you will never be able to stop Master Viribus! We will win!"

Lincoln: "Cool story, bro." he retorted before leaving the building, Sid powerless to stop him.

Lincoln ran down the road, desperate to escape from the hideout where he had been held against his will. He ran faster than he ever thought his little legs or unathletic body could take him. But he noticed something approaching him…

It was Bobby, Lori's boyfriend, his honorary bro, and Ronnie Anne's older brother. He was driving back from visiting Lori and comforting her, as she had the day off so she could process everything that had transpired, not feeling up to much considering her brother had left the house and she deeply missed him, as did the other sisters. Since Bobby lived in the city, and Viribus's hideout was towards the city relative to Royal Woods, Bobby had to pass through the area on his way home. At that moment, Lincoln had an idea…

Lincoln: "Bobby! Hey!"

Bobby: "Huh?" he said as he turned down his loud music, believing he heard something.

Lincoln: "Yo! Bobby!"

Bobby: "Hey, bro!" he said as he turned around to face Lincoln, before pulling up beside him.

Lincoln: "Boy, am I glad to see you." He said in relief.

Bobby: "Where have you been? Lori's been worried sick about you. She said you left the house."

Lincoln: "Yeah, it's a long story, but let's just say I regret everything. I ran into a very bad crowd, and I've literally just got out."

Bobby: "Literally? You're beginning to sound just like your sister." He remarked.

Lincoln: "Anyway, could a guy who's practically a bro to you get a ride?"

Bobby: "Sure, get right in!" he said without a second thought.

But as Lincoln escaped the area with Bobby, Sid was looking on at the whole event. He knew it was Bobby that had taken Lincoln away, and he planned to give that knowledge to Viribus, hoping it would save him from too fierce a punishment for losing Lincoln in the first place.

Meanwhile, in the car…

Lincoln: "Thanks for this. I owe you one."

Bobby: "So, where have you been the last few days? And what have you been doing? Lori just said you were staying with some friends while you cleared your head and took a break."

Lincoln: "I've been with some… new friends, or at least that's what I thought they were. They're nutjobs, and I want nothing more to do with them! I just want to go home."

But at that moment, he had a horrifying thought…

Lincoln: "But they know where I live. Viribus met me just a few minutes after I left the house. Come to think of it, it does seem like an awfully big coincidence that he first met me just after I stormed out. It's like he planned it, like he was watching over me, knowing I had a hard family life. He intended to come and get me once I snapped, at the moment when I was most vulnerable. He came and planted ideas and influences inside my head at a time when I was confused and didn't know what to do. He planned everything! He was waiting to recruit me for a long time, watching over my home life!"

Bobby: "Um, dude, what are you talking about?" completely weirded out by Lincoln deducting to himself.

Lincoln: "But that means… he definitely knows where I live. TURN AROUND! I CAN'T GO BACK!"

Bobby then turned around immediately after being shocked by Lincoln's demand. He started heading the other way.

Lincoln: "He'll come after me and if I'm at home, he'll go through me family to get to me. They'll all be in danger if I go back there! I can't go home!" he uttered in despair.

Bobby: "But where will you go, bro?" he asked concerned.

Lincoln: "Bobby, this is a HUGE ask, but could I stay with you guys?"

Bobby: "What?!"

Lincoln: "Look, it's the last place Viribus and his goons would know where to look. You're located far away in the city, he would never find me there. Then everyone will be safe!"

Bobby: "Uh, I dunno, bro. I'd have to ask my family if that would be OK."

Immediately cutting to the moment where Bobby invited Lincoln into the Casagrande household and asking the question, the answer was simple…

Maria: "Of course we'd be happy to let Lincoln stay over for a few days."

Casagrandes in unison: "Yeah."

Bobby: "This won't be awkward for you, will it, sis?" he asked his little sister.

Ronnie Anne: "What?! Why would it be awkward for me?" she questioned defensively.

Bobby: "Oh, no reason." He said as he laughed to himself as he and the other family members struggled to hold in their giggles.

Lincoln: "Thanks, guys. You're the best."

Ronnie Anne: "But don't think you're sleeping in my room! You can sleep on the couch!"

Lincoln: "That's cool. Anything beats trying to sleep in a dark cell all by yourself."

Maria: "What was that?"

Lincoln: "Um, nothing."

But while the Casagrandes were accepting of Lincoln in their home, it wasn't as smart a move as the young boy may have initially thought. Sid returned to Viribus with what was very unfortunate news for him.

Viribus: "I take that, since you have returned alone, the boy still hasn't seen sense?"

Sid: "Er, master…"

Viribus: "Yes, spit it out."

Sid: "Lincoln escaped! I'm sorry. He tricked me! He said he had seen the error of his ways, and then…"

Viribus: "WHAT!? NO! I gave you simple instructions, and you let him get away?!"

Sid: "I'm sorry, sir. He deceived me! He got me with a crotch shot after pretending to be on my side, then he took the keys and ran out of the hideout!"

Viribus: "Cunning little boy. It looks like some of my lessons rubbed off on him after all." He concluded with a little bit of underlying pride because of the fact that Lincoln used deception and cheap shots to escape and get the better of an adversary.

Sid: "Please forgive me!"

Viribus: "What I want to know is how he was able to outrun you and get all the way back to Royal Woods from our place!"

Sid: "Well, he got a ride."

Hilary: "A ride? From who?"

Sid: "Some young Mexican teenager in a green shirt and jeans. He just picked up the boy and they drove off together!"

Viribus then had a eureka moment inside his head as he deducted the truth…

Viribus: "Really? Lincoln told me of the boyfriend his sister Lori had, and he matches that description. A young male named Bobby. Lincoln apparently considered him a 'bro' of some sort. In any case, I remember them living somewhere in the city."

Wayne: "In the city? They could be anywhere! How will we find him now!?"

Sid: "I'm sorry I screwed up, Master Viribus."

The master of the group then began laughing away…

Viribus: "Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha!"

The rest of the group looked on in confusion as to why he found the situation so amusing.

Viribus: "There's no need to worry. I always hold the trump card. I planted a tracker on Lincoln, inside his shoe, so that if he did escape against my wishes, we could locate him wherever he went. I figured he wouldn't be dumb enough to go straight back to his house. That would be FAR too obvious!"

Eddie: "So, what now?"

Viribus: "You three shall remain here and patrol the school. Guard the outside parameters of the building and make sure no one is able to leave. Sid and I shall retrieve the lost boy from the city."

Sid: "I'm going too?"

Viribus: "Yes, consider it an act of generosity. I am giving you a chance to redeem yourself for your failure."

Sid: "Thank you, Master!"

Viribus: "Do not let me down a second time! As for the rest of you, I temporarily leave the control of this mission in your capable hands! You are more than ready for this. Remember all your training and teachings from me. This is what it has all been for. Make me proud!"

The disciples in unison: "Yes Sir!"

Viribus: "Now, come along Potens. Let's go and reclaim our prisoner!"

And with that, the duo made their way to their vehicle and followed the tracker signal Viribus had placed on Lincoln's shoe to locate the Casagrande household. Lincoln was about to endanger his friends, and he didn't even know it…

Well, now Lincoln and the Casagrande's are in trouble. Viribus, for all his faults, is an incredibly smart and calculating individual. What kinds of chaos are going to go down in the next chapter? You'll just have to wait and see. As of this chapter being uploaded, the entire remainder of the story has been written. We are over the halfway point, but there is still quite a lot left to go. Of course, that's as much as I can tell you. After all… spoilers. You'll just have to find out if Lincoln can reunite with his family and they can work together to stop their common adversary, who is making a lot of enemies at the moment. But will that come back to bite him?