Chapter 8

Nick's Point of View

"So what's your sister like?" Daisy asked, after a long period of silence.

"She's like any other sister." I answered, lying down on the roof of the tower.

"What is any other sister like?" She asked again.

"You don't know what sisters are like?" I asked looking over at her.

"Nope. I never had a sibling so I don't know what that's like." She answered, looking at the clouds.

I sat there, thinking of what it must be like to not have a sibling. Me and my sister used to get into a lot of arguments, but when I got sick, we became closer. I remember the day when I had to go to the hospital and she didn't even want to go to school, in case something happens while she's away. Of course I told her to go anyway, and with reluctance, she did. She came afterwards and we talked for a long while. Then it was time for her and my mom to leave, and I had a feeling then that I knew it was going to be the last time I saw my sister. My mom must have known too, because I could see the tears in her eyes.

"Nick?" Daisy questioned, waking me from my reverie.

"Her name is Maddie and for a six year old she's very open about everything. Me and her used to get into arguments, but that was before I got sick and ever since then, we became closer. She can be annoying at time, but she's someone I'm glad to have around." Nick said, and then stood up, looking out into the distance as he thought about his family, who must be worried about him.

"Your lucky to have her as a sister. I've been asking for one for a long time, but I guess I'm just supposed to stay an only child. Alright, why don't we go back down and see what the others are doing." She said, and after she was done speaking, an ivy brought us back down to the ground, which I must admit was pretty cool.

Raina's Point of View

After me and Jack finished skating, I went back inside to start my daily rounds. I decided to go to the library to see if the globe would show me anything out of the ordinary. I looked and everything seemed fine. After my experiences these past few months, I became more aware about everything. I looked over as Henry came to stand beside me.

"This globe is very fascinating, I know the staff is what brings it to life, but I'm still trying to decipher what allows you to see what's going on in the world." He said, and it was easy for me to get used to him sounding logical, after all he always was.

"There are many things in this life that I'm still trying to understand, but sometimes maybe we're just not supposed to know." I reply, and he went quiet, taking my reply into consideration.

I then started to hear laughing and when I turned around, in walks Nick and Daisy. It was nice to see them getting along and I knew that they were going to be good friends. Daisy whispered something to him, and they both laughed. I walked up to them when they weren't noticing and startled them when I cleared my throat.

"Sorry." I said, once they realized who walked up behind them.

"That's alright, I was just showing Nick around and told him about what happened to Jack yesterday, and we didn't realize that you were here." Daisy replied, looking as cheerful as ever.

"So how are you doing Nick?" I asked, smiling at the thought of what happened yesterday.

"I'm alright, just still getting used to being here." He answered.

"Don't worry, you'll be feeling right at home in no time." Daisy replied, and I could see Nick frowning when he heard the word "home"."

"Daisy can I talk to Nick alone for a moment?" I asked.

"Sure." She answered, leaving me and Nick alone.

Once Daisy left, me and Nick went to sit down at the same spot we had last night. I could tell he was uncomfortable, and so I started to put him at ease.

"How have you liked your stay here so far?" I asked and could see him ease a little.

"I have enjoyed it." He answered.

"I see you and Daisy have been getting along very well, especially since she's a very outspoken person." I replied, and had a small smile on his face.

"I'm still trying to get used to it, but she's a fun person to be around." He said, and I could see a small blush forming on his face.

"Sometimes I wonder if she's Tooth's daughter, since they basically both have the same personality." I commented and we both laughed at that.

We both went silent after that, his silence must be from not knowing what to say and mine from trying to figure out if I should talk about the real reason why I wanted to talk to him alone. Just before I was going to say something, he beat me to it.

"He's still out there isn't he?" Nick asked and I knew who he was talking about.

"Yes, but you have nothing to worry about, he can't get in." I answered, which put him a little at ease.

"Why does he want me?" He asked, catching me off guard, but I thought it would be best if I just told him the truth.

"Pitch's master believes that you are a Guardian that he fears." Was my answer, but the look on his face told me that he was still going to ask questions.

"Who would that be?" He asked, and I'm not sure who was more nervous to here these words.

"Father Time." I answered.

Author's Note: Hey guys, I know I said I would continue if I get some more reviews, but my little sister had me read the first two Mother Nature stories and she fell in love with them and begged me to continue this. So here I am updating. I still hope to get more followers and reviews though. Anyways thanks for those of you who are sticking with me and I hope to update again soon.