I wanted to cry, but I just couldn't. Non-existent sobs racked my entire body, causing my body to tremble in shock.
"I'm sorry to further push the matter," Angela spoke, her hand still on mine. "But I need more information on your sisters to asses the situation at hand." I gave one last tremble and sat myself up, sucking down whatever emotion I had. I had to be strong. I had shown far too much weakness when I was imprisoned, and I was done with that. I was going to reconstruct myself into a invincible Max, as strong and confident as Buffy and Epic.
Angela smiled a little at my bravery, regaining her professional expression.
"I need to know what relations you have with them. If they're related to you by blood or legally."
"Ella is my half sister, but Angel ..." I trailed off, trying to keep my stance. I couldn't bare thinking of those harsh men taking my little baby.
"She has the same mother and father?" I only nodded, my eyes beginning to sting. Angela sighed. "I've always had a strict policy of reserving this sanctuary for the enhanced only, but ..." She pinched the bridge of her nose, obviously displeased with the situation she would have to make. "Seeing as there is a potential for abduction and genetic altering, I suppose I can make the rule slightly more flexible."
"So ..." I said, trying to analyze what big words Angela was using. "Does that mean we're going to get Angel and Ella?"
"No, my apologies. We'll only be retrieving Angel. Ella's genetics is less than or equal to half of yours, they won't give her a second glance." Angela corrected. I was slightly disappointed, but could only be grateful. As long as my baby and Ella were safe, it didn't matter. I was still going to see them again after all.
Possibility for happening ending? Maybe ... probably not. TIME SKIP.
I ran to my room to pack some supplies for the long trip ahead. Angela specifically instructed what the plan would be.
I was to fly over to my hometown and find a safe spot to land, then I would be heading to my old house to fetch Angel, say my goodbyes to Ella and mom, and get my ass right out of there. Angela didn't actual use those exact words, but still. She was pretty wary about letting me off on my own, but was limited on options. She knew of my speed, so she wanted a flyer that could keep up. Angela automatically opted out of having Buffy, who was fastest before I showed up, to come with because she was on constant lookout. So she went with second best.
And of course that meant Fang.
Why was I so happy it was him? It was because he saved me, right? Yeah, that's definitely why.
I was shoving the last clothing item in my specially designed bookbag. It was special because it was shaped and fitted so it would interfere with our flying. I heard the quiet woosh of my door sliding open and was once again reminded that I should really learn how to lock it. In my doorway stood Fang, adjusting his bookbag on his shoulders. He was dressed in his usual colors, head to toe.
"Ready to go?" he asked. I nodded excitedly and slipped my pack on, practically bolting down the hall to be intercepted by three other bird kids.
"Where you going to leave without saying goodbye?" Iggy said, giving me a big hug. I hugged him back with equal force.
"I can't believe your bringing your little sister over." Nudge began jabbering. "It's so unlike Angela to bring normal people here. She must really like you, Max! So what's your sister like? How old is-?"
"Nudge!" Gazzy said, slapping his hand over her mouth. "So when will you be back?"
"Soon." I answered. "I promise." We all joined in one last feathery group hug and Fang and I departed to the stairwell that led to the top of the base. We confidently spread our wings out, letting the wind ruffly our soft feathers.
"Now try and keep the sound barrier intact." Fang teasingly instructed. "We're incognito." I gave him a playful punch on the shoulder then flapped my wings strong, letting them sail me into the sky. Fang followed close behind in his 16 foot midnight glory. I was finally going to get my Angel.
Why are you reading me? I'm just a little time skip.
We set up a little fire to keep warm. We had landed in this clearing not even an hour ago because neither one of us had the strength to keep going. I studied the little map Fang had packed, calculating the distance we had left. Fang looked over my shoulder after he was done loading the fire with more sticks.
"We don't have much longer to go." I said, tracing my finger along the rest of our path. "Flying definitely saves time. At this rate, we could make it in less than two days." Fang tilted his head in a nod, sitting across from me and crossing his legs. I folded the map up, tucking it in my bookbag. I sat back and sighed, enjoying the warmth of the fire. We sat in heavy silence, only the sounds of the surrounding forest to accompany us.
My aching muscles and loud yawning told me that it was time to roll out the sleeping bag and tuck in for the night. I slipped into the thick and cozy fabric, making my own little cocoon and seeing Fang mirror my actions. We both went to sleep without a word, the crackling of the fire being our lullaby.
Line break ... dancing! Just kidding. I look like a newborn giraffe when I dance.
I opened my eyes to see a bright white room with a examination table adorning the center of it. Over were crisp white sheets, lumped and crinkled from something quivering beneath it. I cautiously stepped towards the table, peeling the sheet back. I gasped.
Under them were a little girl who was far too thin with blonde, matted hair. Her eyes were the color of blueberries, but seemed completely dead and defeated, despite her shallow breaths. Her arms were covered in scars and bruises similar to my own and beneath her back were smooth, snowy wings.
They did this to my baby.
Those scientists did this to my Angel.
I cried out and hugged Angel to me, desperately coaxing her to speak to me. She hung limp in my arms, like a ragdoll. Her eyes didn't move or direct themselves at me. She was like the living dead. I held her and refused to let her go, wanting her to show me some kind of sign. I was alarmed by arms wrapping themselves around me, causing Angel to slip out of my arms as they dragged me away. I thrashed wildly, trying to get to her.
My eyes flew open to feel Fang's arms restraining mine, trying to stop my struggles.
"It's just a dream, calm down." he whispered in my ear. I went limp and he released me, only for me to bury my face in his chest and begin sobbing. He just kept making calming shushing noises, rubbing up and down my back. After I had no more tears to choke on, Fang let go and unzipped his sleeping back, gesturing to the surplus of room he had left. I smiled graciously and crawled in with him, using his chest as a pillow as he zipped both of us back in. I was soon greeted by sleep with the help of Fang's warmth and his protective arm around me.
With a dreamy sigh, I slept with no nightmares. Then and there, I made a promise to myself.
I wasn't going to let them take my Angel.
I wasn't going to let her endure the hell that I did.
Even if it killed me.
D'awwww more Fax! Thankfully it's getting easier to write 1000+ words for each chapter every time. So thanks again for reviews you given me! I really appreciate your support. Stay insane, my friends.
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