Authors Note:

Okay, so I'm on a roll tonight, and I have no idea how many chapters I'll actually get up, but expect at least one more! Let me know what you think! :)

Chapter Forty Nine

Time Jump – One Week Later

Clary POV:

Karina has been pretty distant since the attack, and I couldn't blame her but I felt like her being here was only hindering her ability to heal. I had called Izzy the other day, and asked if she could spend some time with her and Simon in America and Izzy had no problem letting Karina spend some time away from the facility, especially after what happened, but now I just had to talk to Jace and Karina about it. I walked into the living room and Jace and Karina were sitting on the couch watching TV. It was pretty common for this to be what a Friday night looked like, and if Karina left, I was going to miss it, but she came first, always.

"Hey, can I speak with you two for a moment." I said and they nodded. Jace muted the TV and I sat on the coffee table in front of them.

"What's up babe?" Jace asked.

"I spoke with Aunt Izzy the other day." I started. "And I think it would be really beneficial for you to go spend some time in America with her and Uncle Simon."

"Are you kidding me?" Jace says angrily. "She isn't leaving my sight."

"Jace, she went through a traumatic experience here. Constantly being reminded of that isn't healthy. Spending some time away from the facility will do her good." I tried to explain to him.

"Clary. You didn't even discuss this with me before you talked to Izzy." Jace said.

"And this is why." I said.

"I'll go." Karina said finally. "Mom is right. I just stare out the window at the shed all the time. It's driving me crazy."

"But baby…" Jace said.

"I'll be fine dad. Aunt Izzy and Uncle Simon will take care of me, and I get to spend more time with Cooper." She said.

"Are you sure?" Jace asked and Karina smiled.

"I'm sure." Karina said.

"Okay, but you can't slack on your homework. You're homeschooled now, you need to make sure you motivate yourself." Jace said and Karina laughed.

"When have I ever let my school work suffer daddy?" She said and Jace pulled her into his arms and hugged her. I knew her being away was going to be hard for him but Karina needed this.

Time Jump – Three Days Later

Karina POV:

Saying goodbye to my family was tough. I've never spent any time away from them, so being in America for two months without them was going to be weird, but I was looking forward to the change of scenery. I got off the plane and started looking around for Aunt Izzy and Uncle Simon. After a good 5 minutes I finally found them, and made my way over to them. They both gave me huge hugs and kisses.

"How you doing kiddo?" Uncle Simon asked.

"I wish people would stop asking me that." I said a little annoyed.

"We're just worried. That's all." Aunt Izzy said.

"I know, but I'm fine, or at least I will be. Being away from the facility will be good for me." I said and they nodded.

"Come on, lets go get some lunch." Aunt Izzy said and I nodded. Uncle Simon grabbed my bags and we made our way out of the airport. When we got in the car they started driving. I pulled my phone out and decided to text Gallagher.

To Gallagher:

Made it safety. This is going to be a long two months if my aunt and uncle are breathing down my neck though.

From Gallagher:

They're just worried. We all are. You went through something terrible. It's only natural for people to be that way.

To Gallagher:

I know but that doesn't mean it doesn't get annoying.

From Gallagher:

I imagine that it does, but that just means they care. Take it easy in the States spitfire. Have fun, and don't forget us little people back home, we don't need you going all Hollywood on us.

To Gallagher:

Haha. I'm not even going to California. I'm staying in New York weirdo.

From Gallagher:

Maybe so, but I got you to laugh. Dinner time, then I have a session. We'll talk later. Bye K.

To Gallagher:

Kick ass. I know you will.

I put my phone away and looked out the window at all the buildings and cars. I didn't know what to expect being here, but I guess we'll see what happens.

Time Jump – Month and a Half Later

Jace POV:

It was a Friday night and we were having our normal family night. It was weird without Karina, but I was glad that all my kids, and grandkids were together. The movie was halfway through when Clary's phone started going off. She picked it up and clearly it was important because she paused the movie and answered it.

"Hey Iz." She said and there was a pause. "SHE DID WHAT?" Clary yelled and I've never seen her so incredibly mad. She was quiet for a long time, listening to whatever Izzy was saying and shaking her head. "Oh my god, I'm so sorry Izzy." Clary said as she put her head in her free hand. "Put her on the first flight home. Thank you for looking out for her, and I'm sorry she caused you so much trouble." Clary said. "Bye." Clary said and she hung up.

"What's wrong?" I asked.

"PJ, can you take the twins upstairs for a few minutes." Clary asked PJ. He nodded, grabbed Nora and Rosa and headed upstairs.

"What happened with Karina? Is she okay?" I asked again.

"No. She's in deep shit when she gets home." Clary said.

"What happened mom?" Patrick asked.

"Well, last week Izzy noticed some of her make up missing. No big deal, but than she noticed that Karina was started to wear more and more make up. Izzy didn't think much of it, just Karina trying something new." Clary explained. "Three days ago Karina stole her car."

"What?" I nearly yelled.

"Yup. Stole her car, and went to a tattoo shop." Clary further explained.

"She did not." I said.

"Not for a tattoo. For a piercing." Clary said and I felt a little better.

"But she's only 16." Jack said. "How did she get it done?"

"That's the next problem." Clary said. "She forged Izzy signature, and stole the money to get it done from Simon."

"Karina would never do that." I said. "What's gotten into her?"

"Izzy said the last two weeks she basically did a 180. She caught her trying to dye her hair black last week as well." Clary said.

"Did she succeed?" Sammi asked.

"No. Izzy caught her before she could." Clary said. "Sending her there was a mistake. I'm so stupid." Clary said and I pulled her into me.

"No you aren't. You were trying to help her." I tried to reassure her. "Izzy said the first month Karina seemed to be doing well. Something just snapped and she lost it."

"Yea but dad, that's a drastic snap." Jack said. "I mean sure, Karina has always had a little Goth in her. She loves black, always has her nails painted black, but she would never try and dye her hair black. She loves her blonde hair too much. And a piercing just seems odd for her, I mean what did she even get pierced?" Jack asked.

"Izzy said she wanted her tongue pierced but she didn't steal enough money for that, and settled for a nose piercing." Clary said.

"I would understand if she had been acting that way the entire time, but for her to just snap after a month and a half is kind of sketchy." Jack said.

"I guess we'll find out when she gets home." I said and everyone nodded. "PJ! You can come down now." I called out and a moment later the three grandkids came down the steps. We all got situated again and Clary started the movie. I can't believe what Karina did, and I can't help but be mad at her, even though I know she's struggling, but that didn't change the fact that she stole from Simon, and stole Izzy's car. She was going to get an earful from me, that's for sure.