Here is the new Chapter, sorry for the Delay, I hope you enjoy it, see you in one or two weeks.
The following weeks were pretty normal and somehow fun for Brandon, it was interesting to see in what kind of crazy situations the Louds would involve with, many of them due his twin's fault.
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- Ok Clyde, Brandon, let's upload the video! I'm sure I'll win with it.
- Hmmmm, Lincoln, You do realize you are putting a rope around your neck with this right?
- ¿Uh? What you mean Brandon?
- (Sigh) Do I really need to explain myself? You know what, nevermind, I have to admit I'm kinda curious to see what will happen, upload the video.
- Got it! Uploading video!
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- What can I do Brandon? Lynn is making me crazy! But I can't just kick her out of my room!
- Why not? I would or just lock the door to not let her pass at night, easy.
- Yeah, but unlike you, I love Lynn very much, besides ¿How can you say that when you let Lana sleep in your room sometimes?
- Two reasons, she sometimes is a little scared girl and she never stays more than one night, not that I would let her.
- Good point but going back to the topic ¿How can I get Lynn out of my room?
- Just tell her to leave, or at least tell her she is bothering you.
- Bother… hmmmmmmm… I got it! I will need black hair dye
Lincoln said and rushed off.
- ¿Wait? ¿What? … Nah! I will not even going to ask, let see how this ends up.
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- Lincoln, please remind me why are we doing this? Brandon whispered to Lincoln
- Because if Leni gets her license, she could drive us wherever we want and no more doing Lori's chores.
- You don't know that for sure, I know she is sweet and all but is not like we want to make her our own personal driver.
- Ok, I admit that is true but still, way better than Lori right?
- I agree in that, Ok, (turns to see Leni) ok Leni, let's continue with the lesson.
- Can we get another Smoothie first please? And I want to change to another outfit.
Brandon and Lincoln facepalmed
- This better worth it Lincoln
- Yeah… it better worth it – Lincoln answered.
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- I already told NO!
- Oh c´mon Brandon! We both know I didn't born for this, I have zero physical condition, you have a lot, it's the perfect plan.
- But I don't like football! Besides I have my own stuff to do during the day and even if I say yes, what would you do when I'm not around and they want you to play?
- I will come with something when that happens, c'mon!
- The answer is no! ¿what don't you ask that sports addict Lynn to help you?
- Shoot! Why didn't I think about that! Thanks Brandon (Lincoln ran away)
- This will not end right, but I'm sure it will be funny.
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With so many other events that happened, Brandon couldn't negate that his twin and his family were interesting people, he wasn't even bothered to be his partner sometimes, it was fair to say he liked his twin already, he was smart like Jerry y got in twice the troubles, if destiny hadn't interfered like it did, they could have been unstoppable partners… or maybe hey still could, Brandon shook his head to not think about that. Those thoughts were currently invading his head, when he was spending time with his sisters except Lola, the little princess just looked at him from afar like if she was pursuing him, Brandon was sure Lola was up to something, he even started to restrict access to his room to Lana, much to the little girl annoyance.
-No Brandon! … remember you goal, don't lose sight of the goal- he thought.
Brandon exited his room and walked to the stairs, there seemed to be some discussion between Lori and Leni but he didn't mind it anymore, maybe it was over for address or something like that, he was just hopping they wouldn't use that stupid sister protocol again, he almost lost his head when he offered his room to Leni while she cooled down, her company was not unwelcomed but he didn't want to repeat what happened that day.
….
So you will be here until Luna and Luan say Lori has calmed down?
-Yes- the beautiful girl answered while she was brushing her hair -Totes I don't want to look at Lori right now, it's always, the same, why did she have to buy the same dress? I bought it first, she should return hers first ¿Right?
-Sorry Leni but I don't want to involve myself in this, I wish to be out of the crossfire.
-What? But Lori and I are not playing with fire ¿Do you think she will try to burn my dress?
-(Sigh) No Leni, I mean… I just don't want to get involved, Ok?
-Ok!
Brandon smiled inside, just when he thought she couldn't be more clueless, she always found a way to prove him wrong, by the time passed, even when he spent time with the Loud siblings, he noticed Leni was the one he spent most of the time, helping her with her dresses, going to the Mall, he wanted to thank her for the clothes she made for him, he could swear Leni had already made more clothes than he ever had all the years in the Orphanage, sometimes when he looked at her working with her sewing machine, he looked at … HER, like if he returned in time and that Special girl was still fixing his teared t-shirts.
Brandon thoughts were interrupted when Leni dropped her hair brusher and she looked for it under the bed, she tried to reach it and noticed something there,.
-Brandon, what are inside those boxes? I never saw them before
-The girl tried to reach them but Brandon immediately took her hand, her face was serious and concerned at the same time.
-Leni… I will ask you to not touch those boxes, its something very personal to me.
-Oh, Ok Brandon… ouch, you are hurting me.
Brandon immediately let go of Leni's hand, he didn't want to hold her too strongly.
-I'm sorry Leni, it was not my intention
-It's ok little brother, I can imagine those boxes are very important to you.
-It's more than that, it's the most important thing in my life, something that reminds me who I am and where I should go.
-¿Uh?
-(Laughs) Never mind Leni, forget it.
-Ok… hey… ¿You think sometimes you can show me what is inside there? Or tell me more about you and your childhood? You know, to know you better, I want to know more about my baby brother.
-Again with that uh? No… I don't think that is possible Leni… there are some memories not nice to remembering, not to mention I don't want your pity, nor anyone's pity.
-I would never…
-Don't say anymore Leni… please, just don't insist.
-Ok…
….
Well, even if they use that stupid protocol, I will not be here all day, I just hope its over when I comeback.
Saying that, Brandon exited the house to start his busy day.
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-So Brandon didn't want to tell you about what he had stored in there?- Lori asked
-No… He just told me it was very important in his life and to not ask more questions, I wouldn't not be surprised he wanted to keep it as a secret but… his attitude changed, like he really didn't like to talk about the boxes, he even held my arm very hard but he apologized quickly.
All the sisters looked at Leni, nobody knew what to say until Lola spoke:
-I told you! That boy is hiding something ¿When are you going to listen to me and help me to look in his stuff?
-Let me think… oh Yeah! NEVER! Stop pushing it Lola, we are not invading his privacy- Lynn said.
-But you invade Lincoln's privacy, how many times we enter his room without knocking not to mention he does it too!
-It's not the same Lola, you are asking to literally sneak behind his back and look at his stuff.
-¿But don't you want to know more about him? Its been 4 months Lori, 4 MONTHS! And all we know is some stories about the orphanage and his Karate teacher's name yay!
Lori rolled her eyes
-Please Lola, you don't even what to know anything about him, you just want to find something to make us not to trust him, but that will not happen, even with the little I know, I know he is not hiding anything bad.
-But he is hiding things! Things that if we know them, it could help you to understand him better and maybe get more close to him.
Enough Lola! It's my final word! And I must warn you, don't you dare to try to do something stupid, if Brandon hurt Leni unintentional just because she tried to look at the boxes and she is the one he likes the most, ¿What do you think he will do to you or to us if he we try to open them or try look in his stuff.
Lola felt goosebumps, she was not dumb, she knew Brandon would go crazy if she was discovered, he may even hurt her, that's why she needed the help of some sisters, but none was with her, Leri was right that maybe Brandon was not hiding anything wrong but she really wanted to have something to use against him, every person had a weakness to use against them and Brandon's probably was inside those boxes, the possibilities were endless, maybe she could find a diary, she needed to get those boxes without being sold by any of her siblings, she needed something to convince her sisters, if it was Leni, way better.
Her thought were interrupted when the House Bell ringed. Rita went to open the door, hoping the one who ringed it was not dead by the electroshock it gives.
-¿Hello?- Rita asked
-Wow, I didn't know God send this kind of painful messages- A woman dressed as a Nun clearly shocked due the Bell's electroshock.
-Oh no Miss, it was our doorbell, I'm sorry… it never gets fixed completely but tell me ¿What can I do for you?
The Sister stood up and clearing her voice, she spoke:
-Good day Mrs Loud, my name is Elizabeth Dawn but you can call me Sister Elizabeth, I came to see Brandon.
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Brandon was cutting the grass of one of his customers, Mrs Cream, her daughter had recommended him which he was grateful, even so, he was a little uncomfortable and didn't know why, from the window, his employer and daughter was looking at him.
-You were right, he is really a good worker
-Yes, he is, dad will be happy he would not have to cut the grass ever again.
-That's why you recommended him?
-Yeah…
-I see… and tell me ¿Since when you have a crush on him?
-It's difficult to be sure… MOM! ¿What are you talking about?
-Oh c'mon sweetie, you know you are very obvious right?
-Am I?
-Well, seeing you have not stop watching him since he came here, I would say yes.
-I… I…
-Hahahahaha, relax sweetie, your secret is safe with me, just don't tell your father yet, I'm not in the mood to watch him making a scene about you being his princess and all that.
Cookie blushed a little, she just nodded and looked away, her mother couldn't help to hug her, her daughter was almost 12 years old but her little heigh and innocence made her look so adorable.
-Mom! Put me down, I'm not seven anymore!
-You look like one
-I don't know to take that as a compliment or insult.
Both mother and daughter laughed and hugged again, these moments were the ones Cookie enjoyed the best every time she could.
Brandon had finished his job and Mrs Cream exited the house with his payment and a glass of lemonade.
-Good job kid, here you go
-Thanks Mrs Cream- she took the glass and had a sip -Its delicious-
-Thanks Kid ¿What you say about coming back in 3 weeks?
-I'd like that very much
-Really? Why?
-For the Job of course, now that summer is over, there is not much work to do now.
-Ohhh, just for that?
-Yeah, is there another reason?
-Wow, so you are one of those naïve kids, anyway, please take care of my daughter please?
-I will! WAIT WHAT?
Brandon didn't get an answer since Mrs Cream had already went inside her house, the kid finished his lemonade and proceeded to leave.
-Are you leaving without saying good bye? Nice way to thank me for the recommendation – Cookie said a little angry behind the boy, Brandon looked at her and tried to not laugh.
-Oh Cookie…. (Holding his laugh) Cookie Cre…. HAHAHAHAHAHAHA
The little girl rolled her eyes and waited until the laughing stopped, thing that didn't seem to be stopping any time soon, it was always the same when people found out her last name.
-Go on, take it out of your system
(Laughter stops)
-Are you done?
-Yeah, sorry, but is very funny how your parents named you Cookie whit that last name… Cookie Cream, Oh God, it is like they trolled you.
-Trust me, I wonder about that all the time- Cookie answered a little embarrassed, Brandon noticed that and approached her, maybe he went a little too far, he put his hand on Cookie's shoulder and said:
-Hey, is ok, if I'm being honest, it think it's a cute name… like you.
Cookie felt a little better after hearing that but she noticed something.
-Brandon, Did you just gave me a compliment?
Brandon cheeks blushed when he realized that, he looked away and said:
-Don't get used to it, it would not happen very often.
-I understand… well, see you later Brandon.
-See you later…. Cookie Cream, hehehehehe
-JUST LEAVE BRANDON!
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Rita and Lynn were sit on the sofa drinking coffee with Sister Elizabeth, after helping her to stand up from the doorbell shock, they invited her inside the house, thanks to Brandon notification, they knew she or his Karate teacher could visit him any day soon, after some apologies, they finally got comfortable and started to have a nice chat to know her better. After telling them a little of her and how he knew Brandon from more than a year, The Loud parents already liked her, she seemed she really cared for Brandon, Sister Elizabeth looked around the environment, she liked what she was seeing, it was a nice a war place, the couple seemed like good people, an honest smile appeared in her face.
-So here is where Brandon has been living all these months, I must say is just as he said, its really a nice please just like you, honest and hardworking people.
Rita couldn't help to smile after hearing that -Bra… Brandon said that about us? –
-Yes, it's not very common hearing him speaking so well about other people but he did, even I was surprised when I read his email, that boy never ceased to surprise me just when I think I know him better.
-Did Brandon say something about me? - another voice said joining the conversation
-The Loud parents and Sister turned to see Leni standing at the stairs, The Sister looked at her for some moments.
-Hmmmm, Blonde, very well dressed, a face that shows pure innocence, so happy she could bright even the darkest day… you must be Leni Loud ¿Right?
The pretty girl didn't answer immediately, her natural clueless self was not what didn't let her answer quickly, it was how she processed how Brandon described her, when she finally found her voice, spoke:
-Is that what Brandin thinks about me? ¿Did he really say those nice things about me?
-God is my witness he said that my child and I must say he was right in everything, I can see why he likes you and your sisters and brother, by the way- she turns to see the loud parents -Do you really have so many children as Brandon told me? – I'm not judging, just curious.
-It's true Sister ¿What can I say? We wanted a big family – Lynn Sr answered.
-I understand, ¿Can I meet them as well?
-Of course, Girls! Lincoln! Come down now! Rita and Lynn screamed.
In less that one minute, all the Loud siblings came down and stood up next to Leni in front of Sister Elizabeth.
-These are my daughters and son, I will introduce them, first is Lo…
-Please wait Mr Loud – The sister spoke – if you let me, I want guess who they are.
-¿Uh? Well, Ok but how? Lynn Sr remembered how she know who Leni was so he didn't ask anymore, Sister Elizabeth stood up and walked and place herself in front of the siblings.
-Blonde, attractive and mature, a little bossy but with unquestionable authority… Lori Loud
She had already named Leni so she moved to the next sister.
-Brunette, Rock lover, a little extravagant but no pretty as well, a star with potential if she makes the right choices… no doubt you are Luna Loud.
-Extremely Happy, with breaks but they don't make her any less cute, sometimes annoying but she can give you a smile when you most need it… Luan Loud, it's true by the way, your break makes you look cute, never let anyone tell you otherwise, I don't know if Brandon told you but he feels really guilty for calling you ugly when you two met.
-Self-sufficient, athletic, brave and strong but attractive as well, she would definitely will be a doll when she grows older, I pity any boy who tries to kiss her without her consent…. Lynn Loud Jr.
-My Twin, a boy who always try to be two steps ahead of everyone, just like me, he is brilliant but uncapable to cover all loose ends in his crazy plans, a good partner to have fun or do pranks… you are obviously Lincoln Loud. Wow, you have his face but I can say you are very different from Brandon, in a good way of course.
Dark, very dark and delusional to be a vampire, even so, a great poet and with lots of passionate on the things she likes no matter what other think, that I can respect, not to mention she can appear and disappear like Batman… Lucy Loud, pretty easy to guess if you ask me.
-Tomboy, cheerful, mud and animal lover, so hyperactive, a nice company sometimes… Lana Loud, just for you to know, he speaks a lot about you, I can guess why.
She turned to see Lola
-You are Lola Loud- the sister said and started to walk to the next sister
-Hey!... ¿just that? That hob… I mean Brandon didn't say anything about me?- the princess asked.
-Nope, he didn't- the sister said, it was an obvious lie
-Lies! Tell me the truth!... please.
-I'm sorry little kid but… I can't find the right words to… sugarcoat what Brandon said about you and I respect your family to say them here, which reminds me that I need to scold him when I see him, I know he see it coming.
-Everybody looked at the sister, wondering what the boy said, they were not happy knowing he spoke bad about the little princess but couldn't find the situation a little funny, Rita and Lynn also agreed to scold Brando for his language.
-Sometimes I forget she is 4 years old, one could say she is like a robot that shows no emotions but she has her cute moments, she is way more smart than Jerry, no doubt she will be a famous scientist in the future… she didn't need Brandon description to know who Lisa Loud was, her findings were know in Hatzeltuki as well.
Sister Elizabeth approached Lily, she hold her in her arms and said:
-The most innocent being I ever met in my life, even more than Leni, cute, smart and amazing, I will beat to a pulp anyone who dares to even look at her ugly… you are obviously Lily Loud.
Sister Elizabeth walked away some steps and asked:
-¿Did I get it right?
Nobody answered immediately, just like Leni, they were shocked of what they just heard, Lori was the first to speak:
-Yeah… you were right with all of us but… ¿Did Brandon said that about us? No offense but it's kind of difficult to believe he said those nice things about anyone or us…
-Lori… Brandon is a boy who prefers individuality but he is willing to have friendship with people he likes, but I must say he really tries hard to not get close with anyone, better said, he wishes to not have any close people.
-But why? Why Brandon wishes for that?- Leni asked
Sister Elizabet took a Sip of tea, thinking how to answer, on one side she thought she didn't have the right to talk about Brandon's personal stuff but in the other side, she wanted to help the Louds to understand Brandon better, maybe they should know why Brandon wishes that.
-(sigh) I guess I went too far to stop know… you see Leni, to put it simple, Brandon strongly believes the families are a nuisance to reach a goal.
Once again, silence was present in the room, all jaws hanging, Rita was doing her best to not cry, she didn't want to believe it, for it to be a lie but she knew the Sister was serious, she already knew Brandon was against to the idea of being part of the family, he made sure to state that fact with her but she never imagine it was like that… ¿Nuisance?
-But… I don't understand ¿why Branding think that about families? Families are nice, they take care of you, they love you, they are there when you need the… I don't get it
Elizabeth observed the confused teenager, she felt bad for making her and the family feel bad as well but it was necessary, she knew Brandon, his family was the most likely people to be able to help him if they knew that information.
-I really don't know my child, unfortunate only one person knew that information.
-Then let's go find that person and ask!- Lana answered quickly.
-Is not possible my child… that person was the Director of Brandon's old Orphanage, Sister Margaret, she is already in Heaven.
All people gasped, Lynn Sr asked:
-She and Brandon… were they close?
Before the sister could ask, the front door opened, revealing the white haired boy.
-I'm back! ¿uh? ¿Sister Elizabeth? ¿SISTER ELIZABETH?
Brandon quicky walked to her and extended his hand
-I didn't know you would come today! Your emails didn't say anything.
-I wanted it to be a surprise
-Well, you succeeded… I guess you have meet the… Louds? ¿Why everybody is looking at me like that?
Nobody knew what to answer… everybody had mixed feelings, they didn't want to tell what the Sister said to them, Lisa was the one who spoke:
-¿There is nothing you need to concern your self Brandon, we are just surprised to know your feelings about us, by my part, I'm glad you think I will be a successful scientist in the future.
-¿What? ¿when did I…. Ohhhh no! Sister Elizabeth, you didn't… please tell me you didn't!
-Oops! My bad, I think I said too much to them about your emails.
-Damn it!- the boy thought, he quickly looked at the Louds and said:
-You know I', someone who speaks his mind and I believey Sister Elizabeth exaggerate what I say.
-No I didn't- Elizabeth said
-Please Sister, you are not helping… by the way (Gulp) you mentioned what I said about… Lola Loud?
-No Brandon, I didn't, I would never say those words you used in front of little kids, you and me will have a serious talk about it, it's a six years old for God's Sake!
-I was kind of angry that day… sorry – he turns to see the Louds – Sorry for what I wrote, I'm not proud of it, it was wrong.
-Its ok Brandon, but I hope you understand we need to talk about your language later, remember it happened in the Mall as well – Rita said.
Brandon immediately turned to see Leni
-Sorry Brando, but is not ok to say those words brother, is my duty as your older sister to report bad behavior to mom and dad, is for your own good.
-(Sigh) I guess I can't deny that but you are still a Tattletale.
Everybody laughed, even Brandon; Brandon noticed everybody except Lola were looking at him differently, maybe for what the Sister told them, he wished they wouldn't treat him different or try to approach him more, Leni and Lana were already handful.
-And nothing else? I mean, you didn't say anything else?
-Nope, nothing they didn't need to know, I promise.
Brandon looked at the Sister, it was obvious there was more of what she was saying but didn't want to ask in front of everyone.
-Ok… then come with me, I'll show you my bedroom, may we Mr and Mrs Loud?
-Sure son, go ahead.
-Brandon and Sister Elizabeth went to the attic, The Nun was very pleased of how nice and warm was his room compared to the Orphanage.
-It's a nice room Brandon
-Yes it is, way better than I expected when I found out how big this family was.
-Yeah, I think not even Sister Margareth would have thought you would have 10 sister and one brother… ohhhh, sorry, I shoudn't …
-It's ok, I feel a lot better for her passing, she is in Heaven, I'm here, I have to keep living and reach my goal as I wish.
-And how do you feel about it, you still want to fulfill that wish?
-Of course, me being adopted changes nothing, the plan is still in motion.
-I see, but what about your sis…
-Sister, I'm sorry for being so direct but I need to know ¿Did you say to the Louds what I think about families?
-I don't like to lie to you, yes, I did.
-Can I know why?
-Because you won't tell them, at least not anytime soon and I think they are what you really need, not what you are planning to do when you grow up.
-Nothing is more important than my plan, I could do it now, I would do so.
-And leave your sisters and brother behind?
-They wouldn't miss me; Y have no brother and sisters… not anymore at least.
-(Sigh) I was hoping you had changed a little by staying with your family, it hurts to see you haven't, even so, I'm glad you are fine and healthy.
-Thanks, I'm glad you see you are fine as well, everything alright in your new Orphanage?
-Yes, it's a nice place, I would have brought you there someday, but you being with your family is way better
-I guess so, Oh! I almost forgot, wait a minute please
Brandon search for his boxes under the bed and place the money he earned that day inside one.
-I see your ethic with work haven't changed, I like that.
-Some things never change.
-I can see that, well I think is my time to leave, I need to visit Royal Woods Orphanage and see my friend.
-Ok, lets go, I want to see the kids as well.
Both went down to the first floor, the Loud parents were waiting for them, Elizabeth spoke:
Thank you very much for your hospitality, thank you for taking care of Brandon, Thank you for finding him, I know Sister Margaret is happy in Heaven, knowing now you love him and never abandoned him.
-Of course, he is a Loud and he is loved here, I also wanted to thank you for taking care of my little boy all these years, keeping him safe until we found him.
After saying final goodbye and getting permission from his parents, Brandon and the Sister went to the Orphanage, once there was no sign of them, Lola smiled and spoke to Lana and Leni:
-Ok, the plan of "knowing" Brandon better, starts now
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…..
-C'mon Leni, remember the time is not in our favor right now
-I didn't know Time had favorites! That is not ok.
Lola sighed annoyed – No Leni, I mean we don't have much time!
-Ohhhh, that has more sense, I got it!
Leni, Lana and Lola entered Brandon's room
-Lola… ¿Is this really necessary? – Lana asked
-You heard what the Nun said, Brandon is not interested in being part of the family, we must act quickly!
-But… ok – Leni felt confused, she still remembered what the nice Nun said:
Brandon strongly believes Families are a Nuisance to reach a goal
Leni covered her ears to silence that thought, what she said hurt very much, she thought her relation with Brandon was improving, that her love and good intentions would win him over to give her a chance to be true siblings with him, but she was wrong, they had a good relation but she was not a sister to him, he looked at her as a nuisance, she didn't want that, she needed to know why he thought like that.
That is when Lola appeared, she offered to help her to know Brandon better, she insisted it check Brandon's stuff and know more about him, she always said no and said she would tell Brandon, but this time her despair to know and get close to Brandon was stronger, she joined Lola and was surprised to see Lana had also agreed, it was obvious Lana also was affected by the nice Nun words, maybe she was even more scared than herself.
-Ok Lana, look under the bed, there is where Brandon has those metal boxes right?
-Lana did as Lola said, she pulled out two boxes, big enough for her to carry only once at a time, the girls looked at them, both were identical but one had the dollar symbol written on it.
-It's not hard to deduce this one is where Brandon keeps his money safe, wow, it's heavy, how much he has- Lana said curiously
-Or maybe it is just full of dimes and quarters, that's why is heavy, I don't care about it, I'm not interesting in his low savings, let's focus in the other one, Leni, do your thing!
-Lola, this lock is very complicated, I don't know if I can unlock it
-Don't worry, I know you can, I studied them carefully
-Thanks Lana – Leni whispered - ¿Do you think we should do this?
-All I can think now Is that I want to know more of Brandon, maybe this way we will find a way to earn his trust faster
-But inquire in his stuff? Does it worth it?
-it's for the best, Brandon will never know
-(Sigh) ok, but I feel terrible
-C'mon girls, Brandon will not take very long to return from the Orphanage, it would be a disaster if he discover us
Both sisters nodded and acting quickly, the opened the lock.
-Wow, this is a first-class lock, I'm sorry I underestimate you sometimes Leni, you really know your stuff.
-Ohhhh, thank you Lana.
-You can congratulate each other later, let see what we have here- Lola said with an evil smile.
Lola slowly opened the box, enjoying every moment, she finally will have Brandon secrets in her hands, she thought she could never get them, not like he had many friends who would sell him off, he had a short girl who liked him and he liked her back obviously that was even better but she never had the chance to speak with her.
When the box was full open, the three girls looked inside there were many stuff inside, an envelope with some old photos inside, newspapers clippings of years ago, a well conserved comic inside a plastic cover, yellow, green, blue and black karate belts, a brown cap, too short to fit Brandon, an autographed baseball ball, other stuff Lola was not interested, she kept looking for something she could use
-Grrrr, trash, Junk! Ohhhhh what do we have here?
Lola took what it seemed like old vhs videotapes, just like Luan had in her "Secret collection" the titles on them were curious
_hmmmm, ¿Absolute Happiness? ¿Happiness is over? Strange, too bad I don't have Luan's camera, O well…
Lola took a black notebook place in the bottom of the box, when she opened it, she was very happy of her finding
-YES! A DIARY! Leni, quickly, give me your cellphone! I will take picture of all pages
-Why don't we just read it now?
-Duh! Of course not, Brandon will be here very soon, we don't have time for that (not to mention I read very slow)
Knowing there was no turn back, Leni gave her cellphone to Lola but before he could take the first photo…
-What are you doing?! – Lori screamed, behind her all the other siblings were present
-Lo… Lori?- Leni said looking at her obviously pissed of older sister
-I will ask again! What are you doing?
-We were sorting out Brandon belongings… yeah, that is what we are doing hehehehehe
-Ok Leni, this is serious, I don't have the time nor patience for our bad excuses, Lola, tell me ¿Did you really decide to inquiry in Brandon' stuff even when I told you not to?
-I… I…
-We will talk about that later with our parents, for now, place everything back as it was, Brandon can't know you were here!
-Ok Lori, I will do as you say- Lola answered
-NO! – Leni shouted, everybody turned to see her, surprised for her scream.
-¿What are you saying sister? ¿why not? – Luna asked
-This… this is our one chance to know more about Brandon, to know him better, to know why he dislikes families, this way, we will figure out how to convince him that families are good, that is good to have siblings!
-Leni… I understand how you feel but this is not the way, the only thing you will achieve this way is Brandon to never… ¿Lana? What are you doing?
The little plumber was reading the newspapers clippings, her eyes showed confusion, Lori quickly approached her and took the clipping.
-Lana what are you reading?
Lori started to read, her face showed horror by doing so
-Horrible tragedy? Oh God!
Lori kept reading a different clipping
-Today, after then days, we pay tribute to….
She reads another one
-It's been a year since the horrible crash….
Lori didn't know what to think, it was obvious the clippings leaded to the same source but ¿What Brandon had to do with all this? But it was not the time to wonder about that, they needed to get out of there.
-Quickly! We need to get out! Brandon will be here any min… Oh no.
Lori stared at the Room's door, all the siblings followed her sight, In horror they saw who was there, with a full shocked face, letting some candies to fall in the floor, there was Brandon, time seemed to stop right there, nobody said anything, Leni so wished the Earth would eat her alive at that moment.
After one minute of silence that felt like hours, Brandon with eyes capable to even scare the devil, he shouted:
¿QUE THE F**K ARE YOU ALL DOING?
