Hi,

I apologize for taking so long to update…I was busy. There was graduation, and finals, and working on my other story, and doctor's appointments, and cheer, and dance, and conditioning…things came up, and it took me longer than I was planning for me to update. Plus, I lost all of my rough draft papers after leaving them at school, post graduation, so this is not what I had originally planned on posting. But whatever, right? Review, please! And thank you to all that reviewed, and added me to favorite author and story. It's appreciated!!!

Disclaimer: I don't own anything that relates to Maximum Ride, besides this entirely unique plot.

Claimer: I hereby copyright my story, so no one had better copy my idea

On with the story:

Previously: As we headed in the doors, Max tensed up. "Eyes open guys." She said simply. "I've got a bad feeling about tonight."…

Max P.O.V

The entire car ride there was full of awkward silence and attempted humor. Toward the end, Jade and Alex decided to debrief the flock on how tonight was planned. They explained how being backstage worked, etc. As we approached the concert hall, I began to sense that all was not going to go as planned. You see, I sort of developed a new talent with which I can sense danger. I see it as a darker shade around the area, as if I was wearing sunglasses or it were nighttime but it's actually midday. Anyway, as we approached the hall, the surrounding area became darker. The closer we came, it seemed, the darker it became. I hid my tension well, until we came to the doors. The source of the 'danger' was obvious, and the anxiety that I was anticipating increased tenfold as we entered through the doors. "Keep your eyes open guys; I have a bad feeling about tonight." I said, warning more the flock than my friends from the band.

"What's up?" Fang whispered, coming closer to me as if for protection. "Not sure," I replied hesitantly. "And I can't explain how I know quite yet." He looked at me oddly, but assuming that I would explain later, shrugged it off. Giving a quick and subtle 360 of the area, Nudge was alert; Angel cautious, Gazzy watchful of everything around him, and Iggy was as tense as I was. Fang looked as calm as ever, but I could tell that he was nervous as well. None of them knew what to look for, but they seemed ready for anything. I realized suddenly that they had more practice than I have in the past year or so. I've kept away from danger and crazy scientists, but according to Nudge they couldn't keep away from them. Distracted by my abrupt epiphany, I nearly missed the security guard wearing an earpiece that was different from the others. I instantly zeroed in on his facial expression, and could tell by what I saw that he was all business.

"Excuse me," I said sweetly to him, "Is McKenzie supervising tonight's show?" "No Ma'am," He replied with a thick German accent, "She was unavailable tonight. Jonathan Korez is supervising tonight. Is there something you needed to discuss?" "No, no," I replied innocently, "I was just curious." His voice signaled authority, but from the looks of his position whoever was head of this operation, whatever the operation is/was, was more determined than he. The German accent suggested the operation was a world-spread issue, which also meant that many more people were involved. I immediately went to the assumption that he was working for Chu, but second guessed myself after how easily I recognized the misplacement. Mr. Chu would never make that mistake. As I debated this all in my head, within a few short seconds, we continued to head along the hallway to our dressing rooms. Jake was quickly approaching us; coming from the opposite direction, so I was forced to focus my attention elsewhere for the time being. "Max," he greeted me all too warmly. I nodded my head in reply. From the corner of my eye I saw Fang's side of his mouth twitch, his way of showing utter amusement. I had to double-take his reaction, why would he have thought my cold shoulder amusing? But again ignored it, much more important issues were now present. "I need access to the security room; I am expecting an undetected breach tonight. Don't ask questions, please, just give me the access code and find your seat in the stands." I ordered Jake as Fang held the door open to my dressing room, quite like a gentleman.

"Bu-why-uh…Just a moment, I'll go check with security. Will you be checking in with them at what time?" I rolled my eyes as he stuttered, obviously not used to people bossing him around. Despite how long I've known him, Jake has yet to get used to a girl giving orders. "I will check in at the main desk at exactly 3 minutes to show time. They have access to the backstage crew so that shouldn't be a problem for them to know when that is. I also need a headpiece so I can talk with Jonathan while backstage. Again, don't ask questions. Be back here in 4 minutes, or your father will be very disappointed in your caring for his clients." Without responding or even stuttering again, he left swiftly to find security.

"Gaz, Iggy, you two will be helping with security backstage." I told my two little pyros. "This is simply because I need to keep an eye on you as much as you need to watch the performers. Cupeesh?" Both boys nodded guiltily, as if they knew exactly what I was going to say. Turning to Nudge, I began, "We change outfits only halfway through the show, but you can help with makeup between songs if you want." "Of course, I can just do a touch-up between songs. You might want to change shoes before intermission though, right? That shouldn't take long either." "Sure, sure, whatever. We can discuss it later, just chill until then." Jade cut her off before she could go on, officially turning on the 'Nudge channel' that I made a point to tell both her and Alex about. I went over to change before Jake got back, proving that I knew what I was doing, and as I went over to the closet I noticed a certain book I hadn't left on the counter…

Haha, cliffy! Review and I'll update sooner. I'm out of school, so I should be updating more often. Thanks again,

-Bergatron100