Crimson and Gold Chapter 15, a hamilton fanfic

What is up everybody!? Welcome to chapter 15! Gosh, I know it isn't a lot compared to a lot of people, but to me, this is the most important thing that has ever happened to me (not really, but it is definitely up there XD). Sorry about the wait, I got dragged down into the fantastic fandom that is Sanders Sides. (Virgil is my spirit animal)

*Peggy POV*

Peggy was less than enthusiastic when Doctor Adams insisted she stay overnight for "observation", but didn't complain. Her head was pounding. Mariah was screaming at the top of her hypothetical lungs, insulting literally everything about Peggy. It became a constant stream of insults, which she tried to tune out with music in her head. When James had barged in, Mariah had shrieked. But the simple tune from the musical her sisters had been in recently had somehow drowned it out. But when it came out loud, Mariah resumed her tirade.

You sound stupid, your voice just cracked, everyone is staring, but not at you, they are staring at the bandages, and how you are making a fool of yourself, you'll never live this down, they all hate you, or worse, they pity you, why on earth did you start singing, you just sang about God, what if they aren't religious, what if you just offended them…

But Peggy didn't let Mariah control her. Though she'd been mentioned, her sisters and the Hamilsquad didn't know the whole story of her sucky life. For all they know, Mariah was just a figment of her imagination-which, technically, she was. So Peggy kept quiet.

Soon her sisters and friends were asked to leave. Visiting hours and such. Peggy was moved to the pediatric ward of the hospital to sleep the night. But really didn't want to sleep. She knew Mariah had more power when she was unconscious, and Peggy really didn't want to be in her chokehold again. So falling asleep was prolonged, though it wasn't hard-the headache Mariah was giving her was keeping her from forming almost any coherent thought.

But, unfortunately, sleep did take Peggy around midnight. And that is when the nightmare began.

Peggy stood in her mindscape, yellow colonial-style dress blowing around her. The cool, wet sand felt good under her bare feet. But something felt...off. The sun wasn't giving off any warmth. The ocean was boiling beside her. And Mariah was nowhere to be found.

"Calm down Peggy," she muttered to herself. "You are in control here."

She took off down the beach, thinking about how she could possibly combat her own mind. Then it struck her; she didn't have to. Lin had diagnosed her with DID, or Multiple personality disorder. So all she had to do was create a new personality to combat Mariah.

She focused on what she wanted her new personality to be-Preferably the opposite of Mariah, but with her self confidence levels. Someone who could protect her from the dangers of her own mind. Someone wise enough to guide her, and pure enough to help her through the dark times. She focused, her brain supplying images of Patton and Roman from Sanders Sides, of Pidge and Allura from Voltron, and of Marinette and Adrien from Miraculous Ladybug. Her eyes were squeezed shut with the effort.

Suddenly, a hand touched her shoulder gently. Peggy spun around, and beheld her new creation-The girl looked exactly like her, only dressed in a white t-shirt, light-gray jeans and white flip-flops. She wore glasses, and wore her hair in a French braid.

"H-hi," Peggy said, uncertain how her new personality would respond.

"Hiya," the new girl said, sticking out her hand for Peggy to shake. "I'm Jasmine."

Peggy was about to reply when a giant ruby tiger lunged out of the woods, tackling her to the the ground. Claws pierced Peggy's abdomen, and she screamed in pain. She transformed into a bear, but could only manage a small one. The half-grown golden bear charged at the big cat, when suddenly, a white lion was running beside her. Together, they rammed into Mariah, causing her to shift back to a human form. The girl swished her hair out of her face angrily, then transformed into a scarlet elephant.

Peggy lunged out of the way, watching in awe as a huge snowy raptor tore at the red pachyderm with its claws. Peggy quickly healed herself and jumped into the fray as a mustard leopard. It was still terrifying, but Peggy realized that if Jasmine was helping her, she might actually have a chance. She scraped at Mariah's underbelly with her claws, and the two-claw attack from above and below seemed to knock Mariah off balance. The crimson personality turned into a hawk and flapped away, quickly escaping with her speed.

Jasmine landed and transformed back into a human form, and Peggy followed suit. They both looked a little beat up, but they grinned at each other. However Peggy's joy suddenly turned back into concern.

"Jasmine?" She asked hesitantly.

"What's up?"

"Can you promise me that you'll never try to take over. You helped me a lot, and are probably far superior to me, but I don't want to lose myself again."

The pearl personality thought for a moment. "I'm not sure. I understand where you are coming from, but we are all personalities scrambling for control. It is our nature, and you took that risk when you created me. While you may be the original personality, you aren't the always the strongest. You never will be until you can figure out how to remain in control. And, by nature, Mariah and I are going to fight for control, not only over you, but over each other."

Peggy nodded sadly. "I kind of expected this to happen. I guess we'll just have to roll with the punches."

"Great minds think alike," Jasmine joked, and both of them laughed.

Then, suddenly, Peggy was ripped out of her dream

"Peggy! Peggy are you okay?" Lin's voice broke through to Peggy as she woke.

"W-what?" She said groggily.

"You were screaming," Lin said worriedly. Peggy sighed.

"Dreams are where me and Mariah fight usually. Sorry if I woke anyone up."

"Actually, you didn't. It's weird, but nobody seemed to hear you, and you only screamed once." Lin shrugged. "Are you okay, though?"

"Yeah, I'm actually feeling a lot better. Telling people about this really lifted a weight off my shoulders, and Mariah didn't do much damage last night." Peggy didn't mention the creation of a new personality. She knew she'd be here for a lot longer if she did, and she really just wanted to go home.

"Alrighty then! Your sisters will come pick you up in a couple hours, so you can shower and change if you'd like."

"I would like that."

***Timeskip brought to you by the Owl City version of "Waving Through a Window"***

*Angelica POV*

Everything that had happened in the last 24 hours had Angelica Shook™. She drove down to the hospital, trying to reevaluate her life. How could she possibly miss how bad Peggy had gotten? Was she neglectful? Was this her fault? She couldn't figure it out. She had never felt like she excluded her youngest sister purposefully, but she did recognize that she spent more time with Eliza because they were closer in age. She hoped she could make it up to Peggy with the surprise party.

Alex had approached her with the idea after they all left the hospital. Apparently Laurens really loved throwing parties, and was already planning one for Peggy surviving or whatever. And Angelica had immediately agreed. Peggy deserved a little joy in her life, and if it took a random party thrown by a random dude she had just met, so be it. Another upside was Peggy and Lafayette being together. While Angelica wasn't the best older sister, she definitely picked up on the signs of a major crush on the tall French speaker. And what better way to make Peggy happy than get her and this boy together?

The Party was scheduled for next Friday, and Angelica was excited. But when she got to the hospital, she hid her excitement. She picked up her youngest sister, who had showered and changed back into her street clothes. Angelica thanked Lin and Dr. Adams and checked her sister out, having permission from her father to do so. It had taken a while, but Angelica had reached Philip Schuyler after they had left the hospital. Unfortunately, the man could come back home for another 2 weeks, so Angelica was on her own.

The drive home was quiet and awkward. Peggy sat in the shotgun seat, fiddling with her headphones. Angelica focused on the road, trying not to think about how Peggy looked in the hospital when her heart stopped. After a few minutes of silence, Angelica flicked on the radio, a small grin gracing her lips as she realized what song was playing.

Oh, oh
I'm falling so I'm taking my time on my ride
Oh, oh
I'm falling so I'm taking my time on my ride
Taking my time on my ride

Peggy immediately perked up, her lips already mouthing the words. Angelica's smile widened, and she started singing along.

I've been thinking too much
I've been thinking too much
I've been thinking too much

Peggy stared wide-eyed at her oldest sister, before joining in.

I've been thinking too much
Help me

Here the two Schuyler sisters split, Angelica singing the main part, and Peggy chiming in on the echoes and "Help me"s.

I've been thinking too much (I've been thinking too much)
I've been thinking too much (Help me)
I've been thinking too much (I've been thinking too much)
I've been thinking too much

Then they split into a harmony, Peggy singing a descant above the melody that Angelica was singing. Angelica was amazed, and thanked goodness that they started listening to the song after the rapping section, because she knew she wouldn't have been able to keep up. Peggy was gifted.

Oh, oh
I'm falling so I'm taking my time on my ride
Oh, I'm falling so I'm taking my time
Taking my time on my ride
Oh, oh, I'm falling so I'm taking my time on my ride
Oh, I'm falling so I'm taking my time on my
I've been thinking too much (Help me)
I've been thinking too much (Help me)
I've been thinking too much (I've been thinking too much)
I've been thinking too much (Help me)
I've been thinking too much (I've been thinking too much)
I've been thinking too much (I've been thinking too much)
Help me

They ended the song together as they pulled into their driveway. Peggy leaned over and hugged her sister, and Angelica held her tightly. She was never going to let her sister get hurt ever again.

Yay! Next chapter is the party! Sorry this one is so darn long! Thanks so much for supporting this story. If you liked it, or if you have any constructive criticism, review or pm me. Your reviews and favorites brighten my day, especially when my depression seems to be kicking me repeatedly in the ribs.

Responses to reviews-

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Chapter 15. I never in a million years thought i'd make it this far. Having reached this milestone, I'd like to give a shout out to everyone who has followed and/or favorited.

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