A/N: Ummm... No... It is not the end of this book... I would never stop writing there... Although... I already figured out how I will end this book... But that's probably some chapters away... That is if you reviewers want me to continue? If so, then I will... If not... theennn I tried. So enjoy :D

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OroKabuLover - *Takes cookie* Thank you so much for sticking with my story. You are amazing and I love your stories. :D *Bakes a dozen cookies for you*

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Chapter 16: Connections with Home

It has been several hours since the fight... Slenderman has disappeared, leaving Sherly and Prudence alone on the tree... They soon fell asleep in a restless slumber, but at least got what they need... Rest... Jeff promised Slenderman he would watch over the two of them... While he gathered any information about his appearance last night... To see if anyone seen him... His proxy certainly did... They have gathered to rejoin Slenderman in a war to settle Slenderman's existence. Slenderman knew they would be back... That at least calmed his mood.

Prudence awoke with the sound of singing... Her breaths calm and she almost forgot what had happened yesterday night. She pressed herself closer to Sherly who was still curled in the curve of Prudence's stomach.

"Good morning, Angel," Said Jeff from under the tree. He was carving a stick, probably out of boredom. She smiled and placed Sherly on her shoulders, she didn't give a damn and continued sleeping. She carefully climbed down the tree and sat herself next to Jeff. She moved Sherly to her lap.

"Good morning," She answered. She didn't seem too happy. She looked more startled and confused then anything. Jeff noticed this too.

"He's out with his proxies or whatever... They are fixing what we screwed up last night... He should be back soon I would hope..." Jeff reassured, knowing exactly what Prudence must have thought... Prudence sighed in relief... Not really questioning about the proxies, knowing they must have regain the trust Slenderman wanted from them. She laid herself back against the bark of the tree and petted Sherly's head...

Jeff looked at her... Wanting desperately to tell her how he felt... He just didn't have the courage, he felt pathetic. But... The brave lad decided to go about it casually, yet awkwardly. "Um... Prudence... There is something I want to tell you..." He began... She looked at him, giving him her undivided attention.

"Yes?"

"I uh... I have had these really weird feelings I never had before... And I wanted to tell you that... That... I have fallen... I have fallen in love with you and I don't know how to go about it-" with that being said, he was interrupted by a peck on the cheek and a long embracing hug from the side. Prudence buried her face in his neck and kissed that as well.

"Jeff... I love you... Too..." She was honest... Her feelings have grown stronger for Jeff now then ever. But her feelings for Jeff could not mask the love she shared with Slender.

"No you don't... Not as much as you do Slendy..." Jeff said looking down. Prudence rested her head on his shoulder, still holding Jeff.

"Maybe not as much... But I know there are strong feelings between us that I cannot ignore... It isn't so much as lust, but more love then I have for my family... Maybe not as much as I am in love with Slenderman... Do to our special bond we have as a proxy to a Slender being... But maybe we have something special... Something separate... Something that cannot be explained yet. But I know we are going to figure out this whole love ordeal... Because now I belong to Slender... But I also belong to you..." Prudence explained, or tried to... She also was confused by her feelings towards the two men who gave her feelings that could not be explained yet. All she knew was that she need to let fate decide this confusing. Jeff smiled... Feeling better than he has ever felt about the love triangle between the three of them. For the for the first time... He felt happy... Not the insane gitty happiness he felt when doing what he was known for... But a happiness that can only be explained by his heart that still beat warmth for another.

"Prudence... Do you want to go on a little field trip?" It was of course Slender who spoke to her through the telepathic connection they still had. Prudence blinked.

"Sure, of course..." She whispered. Instantly Slender appeared in front of the three of them. His hand-held out to her... She offered it generously. Sherly awoke, rubbing her eyes.

"Where are we going?" She asked with a yawn. Jeff was staring up at Slender.

"Where ever it is... I am tagging along... I have nothing better to do..." Jeff said stretching, keeping his hand behind his head. Such a guy pose.

"We are going for a visit... Hold onto me or simply touch me..." Was all Slender said. Jeff was hesitant but obeyed as did Prudence and Sherly. With a blink of an eye they transported to a house. A very... Familiar house. Jeff was wobbly and fell to his rump.

"Where are we?" He asked. Prudence fell to her knees. She placed both hands over her mouth.

"We are at my house... My home..." She didn't cry even though she wanted to... She held it in. Slenderman turned to her. She began to realize the time of day changed from morning to-night... Slenderman can also change time? This She did not know...

"Prudence... I want you to write your parents a letter. As for you Sherly... You will be living here for now one..." Slenderman insisted. Both Shirly and Prudence were confused, but dd not question the powerful being.

"Sherly... This is Prudence's old home. I know I asked for you to live with me... But it is too dangerous for you to live with me... You need a real home with real family..." Slender explained to Sherly. Sherly looked to Prudence who was still shell-shocked by what was happening.

"Are they nice Pru?" She asked her. Prudence gave her the most meaning ful smile she could ever give her.

"They are the most kind, amazing, caring and love family you could ever ask for..." Prudence hugged Sherly. Sherly was understandable, crying respectfully.

"Now, Sherly... When you knock on their door hand them the letter Prudence gives you okay? Don't mention anything about me, or Jeff... Only tell them what they want to hear. Okay?" Slenderman informed her, hugging her in the process. She nodded and turned to Jeff who was standing crossed armed and bored. She smiled and sniffed. She ran up to him and hugged his waist.

"Thank you, Jeffy... Without you I wouldn't have met Prudence... Bye..." She said. Jeff rolled his eyes and hugged her back.

Within a short time period, Slender grabbed Prudence and lifted her old bedroom window... She clung onto his arm as he did. Adrenaline pumped in her stomach. When she reached the window and went inside, her heart dropped. Her room was kept clean. They practically made a shrine to her. There was a letter on the bed and Prudence cautiously picked it up and read it.

To our loving Daughter,

We missed you so much. We want to tell you how much we love and cherish you. We hope when you get this, you will understand that we aren't mad at you. We hope you got this as soon as possible in the hopes of your return. We love you... Prudence. We love you so much. We are glad to have you home.

Prudence clenched onto her chest and began to cry. They must have written this thinking she would come home soon. It's been months... Prudence folded the note and put it in her pocket. She went to her old desk and grabbed a pen and paper and wrote her parents a letter. When she was finished she knocked on the window indicating for Slender to come get her.

"Are you ready Sherly?" Prudence asked. She smiled and nodded. Prudence handed her the letter and smiled whole heartidly. Slender nodded to Prudence and they all headed towards the front door. Sherly knocked once, twice... And the door open. There standing in the doorway was Prudence's mother. She looked drained and tired. But still absolutely beautiful.

Prudence, Slender, and Jeff were hidden. Watching. Waiting.

"Hello?" She said to Sherly. Sherly was shy, but she handed her the letter. She took it without hesitation and began to read it.

Dear Mother,

This is Sherly. She doesn't have a home and I knew giving her to you she would have a wonderful home. I know this might be sudden, but I am running short of time. I read your letter. I am okay. I am perfectly safe. I found a new family. Even though I was perfectly happy with you guys... I just want you to know that I love you more than anything and I hope you know that. Please don't worry any longer. I will always be in your hearts.

Love, Prudence.

Her mother began to cry. As did Sherly. Prudence could barely watch. It hurt so much she couldn't help but cry as well. It all was a very emotional moment that Prudence couldn't seem to find the right words to explain it to herself.

"She told me to tell you she loved you... She misses you... But she is okay... She's with a very nice person who will take very good care of her..." Sherly said. Prudence's mother took Sherly's hand.

"Alright, Sweetie... Alright..." Prudence's mother began, but began to choke on her own words. "Come along inside with me... We can all figure this out together..."

With that being said, she pulled Sherly inside. Prudence closed her eyes and began to smile... Some things are meant to be let go... She said to herself.

"Are you alright, Pru?" Slender asked her while walking out of the town they were in. Prudence kept her head down the whole time. Her eyes weren't swollen any longer, but her heart-felt that way. She managed to smile as she looked up at her master.

"I couldn't be anymore happy," She said with a sigh. Jeff was walking at her hip. He looked over at her then to Slender. They both exchanged sympathy worried glances.

"Are you sure, angel?" Jeff whispered, grabbing onto her hand. Slender cringed, but did not say a word at this.

"Yes... I'm just... Tired..." She said with a fake yawn and stretch. Slender stopped walking...

"How about we head somewhere warm enough to sleep..." Slender suggested. Prudence looked up at him and nodded.

"I know the perfect place. There is an abandoned barn near the outskirts of my town. We already are about there. Might as well stop there for the night..." Prudence was excited. This barn was where her and her friends use to play at when they were younger. Slender grabbed onto Prudence's hand as well as Jeff's and transported them to the barn.

"Dammit Slenderman! You know I don't like when we do that!" Jeff complained with a snarl. He knelt to the ground to calm his nauseous stomach from the transport...

"Stop complaining, you sound like a child..." Slender said, holding back chuckles. Prudence playfully punched Slenderman in the arm. He grabbed her waist and pulled her in front of him. Lifting her onto his feet like a parent would a child and began walking. Prudence giggled as they each walked closer to the barn. The door creaked open and bats flew out. The stench of rotting wood and hay filled the air. Prudence smiled to herself.

"Welp, seems pretty vacated. Shall we enjoy our stay?" Prudence said. Jeff smiled at her enthusiasm and how sarcastic she was. It was cute and enjoyable to hear.

As the night progressed the only ones awake were Slender and Prudence. Prudence was curled in Slenderman's stomach.

"Slender..." She began. She had his undivided attention.

"Yes, my dear Prudence."

"You know what I miss most about my mom? The way she use to sing to me every night and morning when I was younger. She sang the song Dear Prudence by the Beatles..." She said with a meaningful grin. Slenderman loved listening to her talk. "I especially liked it when she sang me that song in the morning so I would wake up... Like the part when it says," she took in a deep breath and began to sing. "Dear Prudence, open up your eyes. Dear Prudence, see the sunny skies." She had a quiet, but pretty voice. Not phenomenal, but pretty enough to make Slenderman get chills of delight. He hugged her.

Oh, Prudence... Slenderman though to himself...

"Dear Prudence is my favorite song, Slenderman... I will always miss the way she sang me that song to wake up..." Prudence repeated herself. That was the last thing she said before falling asleep.