Isabella's P.O.V:

I shoot up from my horrible sleep, gasping for air and gripping the sides of my sleeping bag. I just dreamed of the memory that's been haunting me my whole life. Small tears start to form in my eyes as I look around desperately for something reassuring. The only thing that manages to calm me down is the sight of my first and best friend sleeping comfortably next to me in the extremely faint light. I sigh and wipe the tears. I just can't forget it, no matter how hard I try, I just can't.

And to think that mom suffered through that abuse more than once. I was just hurt on one occasion, but my treatment was even more severe than what my mother's ever was. I could be dead if the police hadn't arrived earlier considering that monster would have continued.

I sink into my sleeping bag again and turn to my best friend. I owe him so much. Without him I would probably be in worse situation than I was back in Mexico. No friends, a school filled with bullies, the only person liking being my mother. But, he stood up for me, why? He could have just laughed or not do anything, why did he stick up for me? I smile slightly, maybe that's just him. He's just the kind of guy who would help someone in need, I guess.

He became my friend and gave me four other friends. What more could I ask for? He's one of the best things that have ever happened to me. I will forever be grateful to him and what he did. And with that last thought in my head, I fall asleep once more.

The next morning:

I wake up to the loud sound of construction that seems to be coming from outside. I look at the clock and find out that it's only seven in the morning. I look to my right groggily, expecting to see my new friends there, only to find empty, messily arranged sleeping bags in their place. I guess I should get up then. Even if I try to go back to sleep, I don't think I could with all this noise.

I unzip my sleeping bag and stand up. I should change and get ready before I look for Phineas, after all I can't just go outside in my pyjamas. I grab my pink bag next to me and head for the bathroom I previously changed in.

I arrive and knock before entering, even though I have no important purpose, I was raised with decent manners. I wait a few seconds and listen well for any sort of voice to tell me it's occupied. Upon hearing nothing, I enter the small but fancy restroom and undress myself. I reach down, grab the clothes I wore the night before from the small bag at my feet and put them on. I then arrange my hair as usual, making extra sure to hide my eyes as well as possible, why would I want to scare off my new friends? Finally, I do the last small things like brushing my teeth, pick my stuff up and put them in my rose-pink sack, then head for the restroom door.

I walk down the stairs rather quickly, roll my sleeping bag up and lay it with my small but helpful bag next to a large glass door. Before I leave through said door, I look back the clock. Wow, it's only seven fifteen. Anyways, I open the exit, step into the backyard and slide the door back. I then turn back around and face to a huge, but I mean huge, ping pong table in construction. I look around until I find the person I'm searching for, looking at a blueprint next to a tree. I silently walk over to him, doing my best not bother him, and gently tap his shoulder. He turns towards me with confused smile that quickly turns into a joyful one.

"Hey Isabella, did you sleep well?" The red-head asked happily.

I nod, with a little hesitation, but nod nonetheless.

"Great, are you hungry?"

I was about to shake my head no, but my stomach answers for me with a grumbling sound.

"I'll take that as a yes. There's a plate of waffles with your name on it in the kitchen," he chuckles.

I smile shyly and head for the door. And, as said, there's a plate of waffles, a fork and a knife on the kitchen counter with a little note taped on the plate. I carefully unstick it and read it.

"Please do not eat; these waffles are for Isabella only.

P.S: Told you they would have your name on it. :)

-Phineas"

I smile and start eating my delicious breakfast.

I hope you guys like it! It took me a while, but I got a little sick this week. Okay, fine, very sick, but I'm doing better. Anyways, hope you enjoy this new chapter, I may have a new chapter posted this weekend, if I have no plans. See you later! And, as always, don't forget to leave a review to tell me what you think about it so far! Constructive criticism is always required and appreciated! :)