Hello lovely's, I'm back! I promise I didn't forget about you guys or this story. I fully plan on finishing it here soon, hopefully in the next few months. Life has been a bit wild lately, but y'all don't wanna hear about that. So i won't bore you with the details! Lol
I was reading through some of the reviews on my story and I just wanted to remind everyone, that Masen is not a real child. He is just a fictional character. So anything that he does/happens is not going to affect him in the long run, because he's just a character in my story ;-)
*ALL CHARACTERS BELONG TO THE LOVELY STEPHENIE MEYERS
October
Bella POV
Fall had fully come now. The trees were starting to become bare and the winds had now turned cold and quite harsh. Meaning the snow will likely start up soon. I still had a few weeks left in this damn walking boot, so I'm hopeful that the snow will wait till then. Not to mention I have an entire wedding to plan in only four months time, so I will be out and about in this unpredictable weather. Running around like a chicken with its head cut off. All while trying not to slip and fall in the ice and snow.
Me and Edward, sit down a few weeks back and decided on everything we wanted for the wedding. We decided on white and ivory for our colors with hits of golds and lots of dark green plants. It's going to be simple and elegant, I'm not wanting anything over the top and neither is Edward. We had picked SoDo Park in Seattle for the venue. They had an indoor option for us since we were getting married in the dead of winter.
We were going to do the actual wedding part in a little chapel not too far from our venue. I know Edward didn't want a full Catholic wedding like Alice had, but I wanted to pull in a few things. The church we had picked was a Catholic one, but seeing as they frowned upon kids being in the weddings, we are just having a justice of the peace do the ceremony and he has agreed to pray the Lord's Prayer over us and we are going to do the candle lighting ceremony like Alice had at her wedding.
I had also voiced that I wanted baby Kimmy to be a flower girl and Alice can hold her as she walks down the aisle. I picked Rosalie to be my maid of honor and I have Alice as kinda my second maid of honor. Because I wanted them both to be apart of my big day. I know for a fact, I wouldn't have made it here without them and all they did for me and my son.
Today had been a busy day and I was exhausted. Edward was gone early this morning and off to work. He is wanting to open his own private law firm and it's seeming to be harder than expected. He has one other friend who wants to be a partner and go into the business with Edward. There is also a client of his who wants to be a silent sponsor for the firm! Things are really looking up and I'm so happy for him.
Since I still can not drive and I also still don't have a car. Esme comes over a few times a weeks so Masen can still go to school at least once or twice a week. Since James is still out there, I haven't felt super comfortable letting Masen out of my sight and that includes going to school.
It's not that I don't trust the staff at his school. I do. But no one can keep Masen safe better than me and Edward can. If I could keep Edward home too, I would do that in a heartbeat! I think I would be able to relax knowing everyone I love was all under one roof all day and all night. But that wasn't possible or realistic for that matter.
Masen wanted to go to school today. He had been practically begging me all week to let him go. I could see I was putting my own fears on to him and that was not what I wanted to do. Mase was fearless and saw the world with such beauty. But since the accident, he has had so much anxiety and fear when it comes to leaving the house. I can tell it's probably from me and he's sensing my own anxiety and feeding off that.
I called his teacher and halfway explained what was going on and how Masen's biological father was out and very dangerous, possibly even armed. It's a very slight chance that James even knows where Masen is or what school he is attending at. But there is a chance and I'm not risking that. He found me and he can certainly find him.
Masen is in doors most of the day, but there is an hour stretch where he is outside on the playground in the afternoon. It has a tall metal fence surrounding the playground, but one spot is backed up against woods and the other spot is open to the street. People are watching and my son is kept safe, but you can never be too careful.
"He will be fine, Bella. You have spoken to his teachers and they will keep him safe and sound" Esme's motherly voice cut through the inner dialogue going through my head. My hands were shaking as they laid crossed on my lap. My anxiety was sky high today and I wasn't having it.
"I am sure he will be fine, but I can't help but worry a little" I whispered my last sentence, I didn't want to worry Masen. He was excited to go and see his friends and I wanted to give him that. I looked into the backseat. Masen was looking right at me clutching his backpack to his chest. I could tell he was feeling nervous, so I mustered up my very best smile and shot him a wink.
"Are you excited, buddy?" Masen nodded and finally gave me a toothy grin. "Very excited mama! I wanna see Henry and Faye, give them big hugs" He squeezed his backpack, showing me how he was going to hug his friends.
We soon pulled up to the front of the school and Esme stopped at the front so I could get out and walk Masen into class. Es always stays out in the car and lets me take Masen into the school by myself which I really enjoy. I know everyone is just trying to help. But sometimes it can feel like I'm more like the child than my son is. Definitely helps when Esme gives me a little more of my independence back.
Masen unbuckled his seat and stood next to the door for me to let him out. Mase has gotten so grown up in the past few months. He is really starting to take care of himself without the need for me. It's kinda bittersweet seeing him be such a big boy. But I know it's all apart of growing up and it has to happen at some point.
"Hello Miss Swan, Mr Masen" I smiled at Lucy, the sweet young woman who worked the front desk at Masen's school. "Good morning Lucy, I hope you had a good weekend?" I grabbed a pen and quickly signed down Masen's name on the sign in sheet. "It was nice. Just spent it with the hubs and doggies. I hope you two had a lovely one too?"
"It was, thank you! Just spent it at home. Not much you can do with a large walking boot" I gestured to the monster on my leg and chucked. I was getting around much easier nowadays, but it's still a time trying to lug this thing around. "Well Mr Masen is ready to go back to class. Would you like me to take him back?" Masen looked up at me, tugging on my hand.
"It's alright, I will take it him. Thanks Lucy you're the best"
"Bye Miss Lucy!" Masen hollered as he practically dragged me to his classroom. I had to keep asking him to slow down some, because I couldn't keep up with a bum foot.
Once we got to the classroom, he immediately tossed his backpack to the floor and ran to join all the kids on the circle rug, squeezing himself in between Faye and Henry. Shaking my head with a chuckle, I picked up his forgotten backpack and place it in the cubby with his name on it. Miss Barbs came up and gave me a hug, asking me how I was doing with everything.
"I am doing very good. The boot comes off next week and I will be able to drive and walk again!" Now I still had to get a car to drive. Just going to add that to my to do list.
"I am so glad to hear that Miss Swan. I'm sure you will enjoy feeling human again" I laughed nodding my head. These past few months I've felt nothing like a human being. It was like I was just living at this point. But that was behind me now and I was moving forward and quickly gaining my independence back!
"Listen, I know the email I sent is a lot to deal with. Trust me I know, but it's what we are dealing with right now and I'm just trying to keep my son safe" Miss barbs place her hand on my shoulder and smiled at me. "I promise Miss Swan, Masen is in the best very care. We have 24 hour surveillance done at this school and security guards at all the entrance. This school takes the children's safety very seriously"
"That definitely makes me feel better and I know he is safe, but I just worry about him, ya' know"
"Everything will be alright, I'll give you a call when the kids come back inside from recess, just you give you some extra peace of mind" I thanked her and called Masen over to tell him goodbye. "Mama has to go now Bubs. Remember to listen to your teachers and do not talk to anyone you do not know, got it"
"I got it Mama, I'm gonna miss you" I stroked his cheek with my hand giving him a smile. "I will miss you too Mase. Just try to enjoy your time with your friends, I will be back before you know if honey" Masen squeezed my hips as I patted his back. I wanted to crouch down and hug him properly, but I just couldn't do that right now. "Bye baby" with one last look at my son, I left him to enjoy his day and just said a silent prayer to keep his safe.
Esme drove me back home after stopping at the grocery store so I could grab a few things we needed. I hadn't been cooking dinner like I used to, but I have been making small things for us. I just couldn't take having take away every night anymore. We needed fresh good food. Not all those greasy meals. Masen will miss all the chicken nuggets, but Edward has enjoyed having his non processed food again. He can be such a health nut sometimes.
Esme only had enough time to help me bring the groceries in. Well she brought the groceries inside while I got to work putting everything away. She had to leave in a bit of a rush to get to her dentist appointment in time. I felt bad for holding her up. I told her I could go to the grocery store later on or even tomorrow if need be. Edward could have grabbed a few things for us; but she insisted.
I found myself cleaning my entire kitchen after putting the groceries away. I had no idea my kitchen had gotten this dirty since I've been bed ridden. It looked clean at first glance, since there was very little sitting on the counters and the sink was empty, but when you looked closer. Then you could see the food dried on the countertops and something sticky on the stove. Not to mention the floors! The whole house needed a good mopping, but I only had the energy for this one room.
Edward has done an amazing job with keeping this house looking decent and keeping Masen alive and thriving. I'm so proud of him for what he has does for our family, I don't know what I would have done without his help through all this. And he's been working such long hours at work, he has become a super dad in the last few weeks and it's honestly kinda sexy. It just makes me want to jump him!
Once I was done mopping the kitchen floor, I realized I had over done it. My body was throbbing and my boot felt too tight which meant my foot was now swelling. Great. I hobbled my way to the bedroom going straight for the bathroom, turning on the bathtub and setting it to hot, possibly a bit too hot. I added some rose bath salts along with some bubbles filling the bathroom with their wonderful smells.
Hobbling my way back into the bedroom I grabbed my kindle from my night table, bringing it back into the bathroom with me. I had this new romance novel I was reading and I feel like this is a perfect opportunity to read it! I sit the tablet down on the side of the tub and shut the water off.
Stripping off my clothes I carefully took my boot off my foot and inspected the damage. My foot was definitely swollen, but my scar didn't look nearly as red and puffy so I took that as a good sign. I'm sure the bath is going to help a lot!
I let out a loud sigh as I sunk down into the hot water. my sore muscles being able to relax for a while. I closed my eyes breathing in the smell of rose. I can't remember the last time I was able to relax in a hot bath. Probably since before I had the accident, seeing as I haven't been able to fully submerge my foot in the water. It felt heavenly, like I could just fall asleep right here in the bathtub.
I was just starting to doze when my body felt like it was tingling. My nipple puckered and stuck out making my breast feel heavy. I could feel the change in energy and as I open my eyes I found Edward was standing in the bathroom looking down at me, his green eyes dark but filled with love as he stared down at me. "I go to work and here you are all cozy taking a bubble bath without me!" He pouted, giving me his best puppy dog eyes.
"Edward! What are you doing home, I thought you were working late" He shrugged, his long slender fingers were busy with the buttons on his shirt as he pulled his clothes off. "The court date was pushed to next month. Apparently someone's lawyer is sick and refuses to do the case without him. So now I get to come home and find a beautiful woman soaking in the tub" He said with a smile. "Move forward, I'm coming in too"
I leaned up, allowing Edward to climb in behind me wrapping both arms around me and laying them on my belly. My body shivered when it met his cold one. It had to be freezing outside. "I love you my Bella" I smiled turning around to straddle his waist. Being careful of my bum foot. He was hard and pressed against my belly, but he made no move to start anything, was just taking the water and letting it pour over my shoulders. "I love you too, Edward so much" leaning forward I kissed him slowly running my hands down his shoulders and arms before coming back up again, bitting down on his lip, he whimpered into my mouth, grabbing my ass and pulled me closer. We kissed till we were desperate for air and pulled away panting both of us were flushed and needy.
"I need you" I whispered against his lips. Edward suddenly stood up quickly holding me tightly to his chest and walked into our room water dripping from our body's and leaving drops in their wake. He very gently laid me on the bed and moved his body over mine. I brought his lips back to mind and wrapped my legs around his waist and rocking into him. He went to pull away but I whined not letting him go. "Such a needy girl today, huh?" he reach down and circled my clit making me moan before he stuck a finger in and pumped inside. "God yes, Edward" listening to my moans he added a second finger with his thumb rubbing my clit, I was so close when he pulled away. "Edward wh-" he slammed into me almost moving me across the bed. He continued with his rough pace almost in a frenzy. "So good Bella. Ugh" I met him thrust for thrust. Begging him to go faster or push harder. He moved his hand down my leg and grabbed my calf and pulled it over his shoulders, trying to mind my leg.
He smirked this sexy ass smile as I let out a deep moan. This new angle was deeper and it was hitting my G spot each thrust and made me want to scream. "Oh my God EDWARD!! Please don't stop" it took three more hard thrust before I felt like I was going to pee myself.
"Wait Edward actually do stop-Oh I'm" his smile grew and he pushed hard his hand rubbing my clit in tight circles. "Just let out baby, scream my name princess" he whispered as I let I go, cumming so hard I could feel it in my toes and it never seem to end as Edward kept pumping into me at a harsh pace drawing out my orgasm. I was so sensitive I barely registered Edward coming before he fell on top of me his hot breath fanning against my chest.
"Umm Edward" I felt wet, but not from the bath it was on Edward and my legs, the sheets. "How did you do that." he looked up at me giving me a prideful smile and shrugged. "It was just the angle we were at. I've heard of women who squirt, but I've never seen it before" I shook my head trying to understand. "So I didn't pee, right?" I asked with a shy voice my face flaming red.
"No Bella you did not pee, I promise you. Did it feel good baby?" I answered with a moan and climbed onto of him. "You have no idea. It was like I was seeing stars Edward" I kissed his puffy lips rubbing my body on his. "Can we do that again please" he laughed wrapping his arms around me telling me he loved me and that we can do this as often as I please.
We spent quite sometime tucked away in our own bubble. Reconnecting with each other and learning some very exciting things. I think I had wore poor Edward out, because after the third go around he announced he had made his very own sex kitten. But I didn't see him complaining, that's for sure!
Before we knew it the time to go pick up Masen was approaching, so we pulled ourselves out of bed and moved to the shower, trying to behave ourselves in there too. But we managed to get clean and dressed. Edward opened our windows to help air the stuffy room. There was no question on what happened in here, that's for sure.
I let Edward go alone to pick up Masen. My foot was throbbing at this point and I knew I should just stay home this time. I quickly put on my boot and took a couple ibuprofen to help with my swelling. I knew I should go and sit down, but I found myself in the kitchen and making Mase a little after school snack. I just made him a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with some carrot sticks that I doubt he will eat. I put some cling wrap over the plate and sit it on the bar in front of the stool for Masen to find when he got home.
Once I cleaned up my mess, I grabbed an ice pack and got comfortable on the sofa with my foot propped up on some pillows and the ice pack resting on top. Between both of those and the medicine, I was already starting to feel way better. I was scrolling through Netflix when my phone started ringing and Angela's smiling face flashed on the screen.
"Hey Ang!"
"Hello Bellini! It's so nice to hear your voice! I'm sorry I haven't been able to call you, I haven't had any reception out here for some reason, but I got Edward's email about the accident. Are you okay!"
"Well you are in Africa, so it makes sense that you have had zero reception babes. But I am doing alright, my leg is still in a huge cast and I can still tell that I broke some ribs, but I am healing alright" Angela has been in Africa for almost six months now on a mission trip to bring water and other necessities to the children out there. This is just one of the reasons why Ang is one of the kindest people I know.
"And have they found him?"
"No, no they haven't"
"Oh Jesus. Please be safe Bella! And keep little Masen safe too! God forbid James goes after him" I smiled. I feel like Ang will forever speak like a pastors child. I'm not sure if I have ever heard this girl say a curse word before.
"We are keeping a close eye on him. I think he is starting to miss having alone time, because i always want to be able to see him" I laughed, trying to lighten the mood. I feel like this is all I ever talk about anymore.
"Poor Mas-" static "Hopefully it gets better over time. Hey sorr-" Static "I will try to call again soon"
"It was nice talking to you Ang. We miss you" I could barely hear her goodbye, before the call disconnected. I sighed, tossing the phone on the couch. I was feeling rather homesick at the moment. I missed the warmth of the sun in Arizona. I miss the palm trees, even the rocks and dirt. But more than anything, I miss my big brother and I longed to give him a hug. I feel like it has been forever since I've seen the big bear and heard that laugh. Maybe after this whole James things is taken care of, we could take a trip to phoenix. Show Edward where I spent most of my teen years. Maybe soon.
I found some new movie on Netflix and put that on, not really paying attention to what was happening on the screen. My mind felt like it was a thousand miles away. It seemed like I was never going to be able to relax again. Not until James was behind bars and couldn't hurt my family anymore. How could I relax until then? It's like my whole world has been put on pause. I'm terrified of the thought of going back to work, to drive again. I hate even going to the grocery store alone. The only place I feel safest is at home, preferably with Edward and Masen present in company.
"Mama! I'm home" I smiled at Masen's booming voice. He reminds me so much of Emmett sometimes. "Hi baby! Did you have a good day" Masen dropped his backpack to the floor right next to the door and rushed over to cuddle with me. "I had the best day! Miss barbs let us do finger painting today. But it wasn't dry yet, so I couldn't take it home with me" he sighed, giving me pouty lips.
"Aw, well I'm sure you will get to bring it home tomorrow. What colors did you pick Mase?" Edward left us to talk, picking up Masen discarded backpack and started to empty it out. "I did black and yellow like Batman! And I made a little Purple Heart for you mama" Gosh! He is not just the sweetest little boy.
"You're so kind baby. I can't wait to see your masterpiece honey. Are you hungry?" He nodded. "Good, I made you a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, it's on the counter"
"Did you cut the crust off?" I scoffed. "Of course I did! Who do you think I am, kid?" Masen giggled, giving me a big kiss on my cheek and running off into the kitchen. Immediately showing his disappointment over the carrot sticks. "Aww, mommmmm! Do I have to eat all of them! There is like a hundred on this plate" He cried, Edward chuckled behind him swiping one of the carrots sticks off the plate and popped it in his mouth.
"Come on son, there was only five and now there is four. I am sure you can handle those, they are not that bad" Masen groaned and i didn't have to see his face to know he was rolling his eyes right now. "But dad! They are gross and I hate them" Edward sighed. I turned my body around to see Masen sitting at the barstool and Edward standing beside him. "I could whip you up some broccoli! Or better yet I think mom might have some Brussels sprouts in the fridge, how does that sound" My sweet overly dramatic son, literally gagged while shaking his head no. "Yuck! I'll eat the carrots"
"Great! Would you like some ranch dressing to dip them in?"
Two weeks later
October
Today's the today! Today I have my last appointment for my foot and hopefully I won't have to wear this freaking boot anymore! I've spent the last two weeks working like crazy in physical therapy trying to gain some muscle back in my foot and almost relearn how to walk on it properly. I was definitely a little nervous to go without the boot, I've had it on for ages now and I'm so over it!
This also meant I could drive again. Something I was not looking forward to and now that my boot would be off I have no excuse to make. It also means I couldn't hold Edward off on buying me a new car any longer. He's been looking at all kinds of make and models for awhile now, and I could tell he was ready for me to make a decision on which car I wanted, but I just wasn't there yet and was probably going to let Edward decide for me anyway. I think Edward was starting to figure me out and my little secret fear about driving, but he hadn't said a word, something I am very thankful for.
Masen school emailed us this morning and had to close the whole school due to flooding, so Charlie offered to watch Masen for the day, while I was at the doctors. I knew Masen wouldn't want to sit in a doctors office all damn day, so I decided to take my dad up on the offer and we left the house at seven am to get Masen to forks and then get back to Port Angeles on time for my appointment. I felt bad that Edward was having to do so much driving today, but we both agreed it was better for Masen and worth all the driving.
Masen was fast asleep when we dropped him off at my childhood home and Charlie came running out of the house holding an umbrella in hand to protect Mase from the pouring rain. I couldn't help but chuckle as I watched Edward and Charlie carry Masen inside trying to keep him dry while being drenched themselves. The things you do for your children. I swear! Edward came running back to the car. His jacket pulled up and over his head to keep him somewhat dry. Though his hair was already dripping wet and soaking through his dark gray sweater.
"It's really coming down now! I'm glad we got Maser into the house before it really started pouring like this" I nodded. The rain was coming down so hard I was actually worried that we should just stay put and try to wait out the storm some, but I knew we had to get to this appointment before it was too late.
We sit in Charlie's driveway for a few minutes allowing the rain to settle down some, I don't think it really helped, as it was still pouring down hard when we backed out of the drive and was on our way to back to Port Angeles once again. It was actually very nice to have some alone time with Edward. We were able to talk and listen to our music and not Masen's. Of course our entire discussion was about the wedding and Masen. We also talked about whether or not we want to sign another year lease on our house or start looking into buying possibly our forever home. I think we were both leaning towards staying for another year or two as we still have plenty of room in the house and it's close to both of our jobs. Staying in our house was just for the best of interest for our family at the moment.
I wasn't sure if I was going to be returning to my old job. I hadn't step foot inside that building since the attack and I'm not too keen on the idea right now. The school has given me a temporary leave till I'm fully recovered and ready to come back. I have already gotten a few emails of how they would love to have me back and all the parents have sent me many pictures and letters that my students have made for me begging for me to return back to work soon. Maybe one day soon.
We somehow made it to the appointment only five minutes late and thankfully they were very agreeable with the time and understood we couldn't control the weather situation. We did have to sit in the waiting room for quite some time. Something about the doctor seeing a few patients and then needing lunch too. Completely understandable honestly. They did move us into a room to wait while he had lunch.
I just wore some stretchy leggings today, for the sole purpose of being able to just pull them up so my doctor can access my leg. I could tell Edward was starting to feel anxious, because he was walking around the room messing around with stuff in the doctor's office. His nervous energy was starting to fall upon me, especially watching him mess with stuff that's easily broken. Right now he was holding the foot model to show where your bones were. One piece had already fallen off but he was quick to pop it back on.
"Edward, Cullen! Put that down before you really break it. I swear I can't take you anywhere" I couldn't help but giggle at his shy smile as he put the fake foot back onto the table. "Sorry mom! Just ready to see the doctor already!" I motioned him over, holding my arms open and he stepped right inside, practically cuddling his broad frame into my chest. "I love you, my big baby" I whispered into his hair, breathing in the smell of his shampoo. He always smelled so damn good.
"I love you too, Bella. I just want you to be all healthy again" I nodded. So did I. I'm so close to being back to normal again. I know, I might have to take some time to relearn how to walk without this big ass boot, but I will at least be able to walk and dance at my wedding. "I know me too, Edward. We're close to being all done with this. I just wish they would find James already" Edward sighed. His long arms wrapped around my waist, allowing his fingers to scratch my back.
"They will find him baby, he can only hide for so long. He'll fuck up at some point and they will catch him. Until then we will do everything we can do to keep you and Masen as safe as humanly possible. I would rather die than to see you so hurt again" he shivered, pulling me closer against him. "I'm so sorry I couldn't keep you safe baby"
"Edward! Where is this coming from?" I pulled his body back wanting to see his face, look into those greens eyes because I don't want to ever hear those words from his mouth again. "You have kept me safe Edward! You've kept our son safe too and not to mention all the children in the world you have kept safe and sound. No one could have known this going to happen to me, no one! Even the school failed to keep him out. You have never failed to keep me safe Edward. You do an amazing job protecting our family, love" I rubbed his cheek, lightly kissing his lips. "I love you so much Edward. More then anything, you're my whole world baby"
"I love you too Bella, so much. You and Masen are my everything and I just don't know what I would do if I lost either of you. I would be so broken" Not knowing what to say I just pulled him against my chest and tried to calm him down. The thing is, that i can't promise that I will always be safe. Life is short and unpredictable. Tomorrow is never promised for any of us. With James still on the loose, can anyone promise my family's safety?
We are doing everything we can to keep Masen safe, but I just can't help but feel like we are not doing enough. My dad is working his and his teams ass off in forks keeping a lookout for James seeing as he managed to find out literally everything about me and apparently my son too. It's things like that, that is leaving me feeling nervous.
"It's going to be alright Edward, somehow we will make sure we get this all figured out. We will just have to be extra careful for a little while" I whispered in his ear. Edward gave me one more tight squeeze before pulling back and giving me a long kiss, like he was trying to memorize this moment. "We have got each other and that's all that matters baby. We're here and we are heathy and safe at the moment. Soon we will be getting married and we get to spend the rest of our lives together. That's all we need to focus on right now"
"Forever and ever baby. I will never stop loving you" I pulled him down for another kiss, letting my tongue lick his bottom lip. He immediately opened his mouth and wrapped his tongue around mine. I moaned softly trying to pull him closer, only Edward's knee hit the bed, making both of us jump when the metal bed frame made a loud bang. I couldn't keep the giggles from escaping my lips. I was feeling like quite the horny teenager lately. It's like I can't keep my hands off this beautiful man in front of me. Maybe it's the engagement.
"I think I should probably go sit in that chair over there, but it feels so damn far away" I smiled, giving him another quick peck. "I'll behave myself, you can stay over here next to me if you'd like" he shrugged. "I would much rather you don't behave, but I understand that now is not the time for that" I giggled. "You're probably right love" Edward pulled back and straightened out his clothes and tried to shyly adjust his little hard on problem he was having. Well it definitely wasn't little *wink wink*
We managed to keep our hands to ourselves for the rest of the appointment and I walked out of the office boot free and only using a little walking cane which made me feel a little silly. But it definitely helped with keeping my balance, because I was quite wobbly at the moment. Halfway to the car I was quite frustrated with the cane and took Edward's offered arm and let him lead me to the car.
Edward so sweetly opened my car door and helped me inside, making sure I was comfortable and buckled up. Ever the gentleman! Edward quickly got over to his side and we were on our way to find food! Neither of us had eaten anything today and we were both starving by this point. We were pulling into the car park of Bella Italia when both of our phones immediately started blowing up. When I saw my dad's name flash up on my screen and Sue's on Edward's my heart sunk into my toes.
I clicked answer and my father's panicked voice filled my ears. "Bella! It's Masen, he's gone"
Masen POV
When I went to sleep I was in my daddy's car but when I opened my eyes once again, I was laying on Papa's couch with my blanket laying over me. I was warm and cozy and i could smell granny Sue's chocolate chip cookies. Yummy!
I thought about closing my eyes and trying to get some more sleep, but I was too excited to see everyone. I wonder if Seth is around today. Probably hanging out with his girlfriend. Yuck! I will never have a girlfriend they have cooties. Well at least that's what Henry said and he has a sister so he must know the truth.
I tossed my blanket off me and bounced my body off the couch, darting for the kitchen, following the smell of cookies. "Granny!" I yelled wrapped my arms around her waist as she stood and washed dishes at the kitchen sink. "Good morning Angel did you have a lovely nap?"
"Yes I did. Did you make cookies Granny?" She giggled but nodded her head yes. "I did honey boy! Take one off the plate there. They should still be nice and warm Masen" Yummy! I stood up on my tiptoes and grabbed one cookie. I was tempted to take two, but I know with Granny that if I sneak one she's definitely not gonna let me have another one later.
Granny asked me to sit down at the table and also gave me a glass of cold milk for my cookie. It was sooo delicious and still warm and gooey. I could have eaten that whole plate and not gotten one tummy ache! "That was super Yummy! Thank you Granny" She smiled and kissed my head. "I'm glad you liked them angel. Would you like one more before dinner" Is that even a question. "Yes please Granny!" After I pretty much inhaled my second cookie, I washed my hands and ran up to Seth's room, but it was sadly empty and no Seth to be found.
I spotted Papa, outside from the window. He was putting new tires on his truck and I knew he would definitely need my help with that. Papa always says I'm his biggest helper and he couldn't do anything without me! Rushing down the stairs, I quickly put my shoes back on and pulled the front door open. But I couldn't find my Papa. "He must have gone to the shed" I said out loud and made my way to the back yard closing the door behind me.
When I got back to the shed it was empty and Papa wasn't around here either. Where did he go? I swear I just saw him by his truck! Running back to the front of the house I went to go open the front door, but I could never get this door open again by myself. I had raised my hand to knock on the door so Granny could let me in, but a voice called out. "Hey buddy, do you need some help?" Turning around I was met with a dark haired man with bright blue eyes. He smelled a little funny and his blue eyes had red stripes.
"No, not really. I was just looking for my papa, he was outside but I think he went back inside" I explained to the man. "I just can't get the door open, my hands always slip" I added. The man smiled and pointed down the road. "Is your grandfather Chief Swan by any chance?" I nodded with a big smile. "That's him! Thats my papa" the man grabbed my hand and pulled me forward. He was squeezing my hand a little too tight and it was starting to hurt me.
"I just saw him right up the road. Would you like me to show you?" The man didn't wait for me to answer and was pulling me down the stairs and had me running to keep up with him. I wanted to turn around and go back to my Granny. My tummy felt funny and I just wanted my mom. "Hey..Um sir. I wanna go back. My granny is going to worry about where I go" He didn't stop, just looked down at me for a second and kept up with the running. I could barely keep up. His legs were so much longer than my little ones.
"Sir, please!" The man sighed and tugged on my arm tighter. My arm felt like it was on fire, but he just kept squeezing harder. "Just shut up kid and try to keep up with me okay!" He growled down at me. I flinched back and tried to slow down, but it was pointless.
We came up to a small black car and the man opened the back seat and pushed me inside, slamming the door behind me. I don't think this guy is actually going to take me back to my Papa. I think he is a bad guy like the ones in the Batman movies. He does have a funny smile, like the joker did.
I had fallen to the floor of the car, so I pushed myself up and climbed into the seat. The car was moving really fast now. I had never been in a car without sitting in a car seat. If I wasn't so scared right now, that would be pretty cool. The man had now put a hat on his head and some sunglasses. He looked a little silly.
There was also a woman in the passenger seat and her face looked like my mommy, but she was old and had red-ish hair. My mommy had brown hair like me. The old lady was turned around in her seat staring at me with a creepy smile. I wanted her to stop looking at me and hopefully soon.
"Hi Masen" The lady said. Her voice was raspy like she needed to bad cough real bad. How did she know my name? I don't know who she is. "Sorry we had to meet this way kid. You're bitch of a mother always has to be so controlling about everything" I gasped and the man pushed the lady on the shoulder. "Hey! Don't cuss around my kid" She scoffed and rolled her eyes.
"James we just kidnapped the kid. I highly doubt a little cussing is going to do anything to him. Be for real" James. I've heard my Mom and Dad say that name before. My mommy always seems upset when it's brought up. He really must be a bad guy!
James and the old lady continue to fight and I just tuned out the rest of their argument putting my focus on looking around the car, trying to see something that could possibly help me get out of this car. But there was nothing. There wasn't even trash on the floor like in Mommys old car! There is nothing to help me get back home. What am I going to do. How can I get out of here without them hurting me for real.
I looked out the window and saw the trees flying by me. It was like I was in a race car with how fast we were driving. It was actually kinda scary, it felt like something was pushing on my chest and it was very uncomfortable. Setting back in my seat I pulled the seat belt over me and after a little bit of trouble I was able to hear the click and when I let it go this time it actually stayed in place!
"Hey kid!" I jumped at his harsh voice. I just didn't understand why he took me from Papa's house. I just wanna go back. Not wanting to say anything to either of them, I just met James's eyes in the mirror. "What your mother didn't teach you any manners? I mean don't you ever say anything?" I nodded, but I was still feeling too nervous to say anything more. "Hmm. Well now that I'm going to be raising you son, you're just gonna have to toughen up and start talking more" What? I don't even know what that means.
"James leave the kid alone, I'm sure he's scared. If he's anything like Bella then he's a little whiny. Last thing we need is him sobbing the rest of the drive." I wanted to roll my eyes. My mommy is not whiny and neither am I! I'm a big boy and big boys do not whine. I crossed my arms over my chest and tried to just not listen to the bullies. I don't know why they are being so mean to me, I don't even know who they are!
We drove for a long time. So long that the sun was starting to go to sleep now turning the sky a bright orange. My tummy was starting to growl and my butt was hurting from sitting for so long. I also really, really had to use the potty and more than anything, I miss my mommy and daddy. I wanted to be back home with them. Mommy could make me a cheeseburger and my tummy wouldn't growl anymore. I felt a tear roll down my cheek but I quickly wiped it away before anyone could see. I'm a big boy, I can't cry! I'm not a whiny baby
"Damnit! We're out of gas Nèe. I was hoping we could at least make it out of Washington" James complained and yanked the car over so fast that I was slammed into the side, hitting my head. "Ouch" I whispered, holding my hand to my head. That is going to leave a mark. "We will be just fine. I've gotta piss anyway and I desperately need a cigarette we didn't think to grab another box" So I guess this old lady's name is Née. Kinda like my cousin Lee,Lee. That's nice.
My tummy growled once again, my arms quickly wrapped around my stomach trying to contain the sound. But it was loud enough that when I looked up and too pairs of eyes met mine. "I guess that answer my next question. Are you hungry kid?" I only nodded. I was feeling more than hunger right now, but I guess eating something wouldn't hurt. Maybe when we are stopped I can try to find my mom and dad.
We stopped at a Burger King and only James went inside. Leaving me and Née inside the car alone. The sun was gone now and I could see the moon high in the sky. I desperately wanted to get out of the car. My bottom was really hurting and I needed to go pee. Like really, really badly. "Umm m-miss?" I said quietly. My throat was dry from being quiet for sooo long! I don't think I have ever gone that long without talking. I hope that James guy gets me some water or something. Née didn't look up from her iPhone, so I spoke up a little bit. "Excuse me Miss" Her head jerked up and she stared at me. Her eyes looked so sad and if i wasn't so scared of her, i would offer a hug. Mommy says I give the best hugs.
"Oh so you do actually speak" I nodded. Of course I can talk. I'm not a baby. That's what I wanted to say to her. But I was too scared to say that to her. She might spank me. "What do you want Kid?" I pointed to the restaurant. "I need to use the restroom please" I said quietly. I tried to use all my manners hoping that would help me. Nèe put her phone down and stared at me again. She squinted her eyes as she watched me. "How do I know you're not gonna run off. You're daddy wouldn't want that and believe me kid, you don't want to see your daddy upset now do we?"
My daddy doesn't get mad. I don't think he's ever even yelled at me or Mama. "I promise to stay right by you. I just need to go potty." I was actually getting scared that I might pee my pants and I haven't done that since I was a little baby, I've been trying to prove that I'm not a little baby! Besides what if this lady is right and my dad will actually get upset if I walk away from her.
"Well I guess one little trip won't hurt, I don't want to wait for James to get back so I can take a piss. I need a smoke break. But you better not say shit or else I'll beat the hell out of you!" I winced, but nodded. Née put on some sun glasses and threw a baseball hat and another pair of sunglasses at me. "Put those on" I didn't dare ask any questions and just put the hat and sunglasses on. I felt more than a little silly, but at least she was wearing them too.
I tried to open my door, but It just wouldn't open up. Née thankfully saw that the door wouldn't open and opened it for me. "Thank you" I whispered.
This Burger King was connected to a gas station and cars were everywhere putting in and out of the car park. I saw a police car, but no police man was around it and the car was empty inside. I noticed that Nèe kept looking back at the car and was biting her lip. We made our way through the glass doors and I noticed James was walking around the gas station looking through the aisle of the gas station. He also had on a baseball cap and had put the sunglasses ontop of the hat.
Née wrapped her hand around my upper arm and dragged me off to the bathroom. She made me go to the lady's room and it was packed with so many people. There was a line for the potty and we had to line up against the wall and wait for someone to be done so I could use it. Née kept me in front of her and a tight grip on both of my arms, so tight that it was starting to hurt, but when a tried to wiggle away, she would just squeeze me tighter.
Soon a bathroom opened up and Née pushed me into the stall and slammed it behind me. "Make it quick, I've got a bad feeling" I made sure to lock the door behind me, not wanting her to see me using the potty. Mommy said that anything like that is only for me and I should never let anyone else in the bathroom with me. I did my business, feeling a thousand times better already just not having to pee pee so badly. With a little bit of struggle I was able to re-button my jeans and flushed the potty.
"Fuck, fuck fuck. There is no way" I heard Nèe whisper and then I didn't see her feet under my stall anymore. When I opened the stall door Née was gone. I walked over to sink to washed my hands, figuring that's where she went, but I still didn't see her anywhere. I shrugged my shoulders and just washed my hands. I don't want to be with James and Née anyway, they were both mean and scary.
Some nice old lady helped me open the heavy bathroom door, I thanked her and went back out into the busy gas station. I tried to remember where I had seen that James guy was at. But I couldn't find him there anymore. I was nervous because Née said that if I was to leave her side my daddy would be mad and I don't wanna make him upset with me. Maybe these are daddy's friends and that's why I have to be with them. I just don't know what to do!
What would my mommy tell me to do. She has always told me if I ever get lost from her in a store. that I go find a worker person to see if they can help me find my way back to mommy. So that's just what I did. I went to the checkout and I had to wait in a line, just like I do in school when we get ready for recess. When I got closer to the checkout, I could see the car park, but the old black car that we were driving in was gone. They really did leave me here all by myself!
I felt the all the tears I've been holding in finally start welling in my eyes. I just want my mommy and daddy now. I don't even know where I'm at. I don't know how I will get back home. "Buddy, are you okay" I looked up and saw a police officer! She was looking down at me with a worried expression on her face. "Where is your parents? Are they here in the store with you?" I sniffed and shrugged my shoulders. "I don't know! The man said he was gonna bring me to my papa and now I'm here!" My tears turned into sobs as I told the nice officer what was going on.
"Hey, Hey. Calm down. I'm gonna help you get home. But let's start with your name buddy, can you tell me that?" I nodded. I can do that. I tried to calm myself down. My sobs turned to sniffles and wiped my nose on my sleeve. "My name is Masen Emmett Swan" The lady smiled and patted my shoulder. "Well, alright Masen. My name is officer Robbs, but you can call me Suzy if you liked. Now you mentioned your grandfather, is he here with you?" I shook my head no. "Whats his name?"
"Papa"
"Oh" She laughed. "Do you know what your mom or dad's name is?" I nodded. I know that! "My mommy, her name is Bella, and my daddy his name is Edward, but he has a different name than me and mommy. His other name is Cullen because he has to marry my mommy first" The officer pulled out a notebook and started writing stuff down. "That's really good Masen. You're being so brave." She held her hand out and smiled at me again. "Come on. Have you ever rode in a police car before?" I nodded. Of course I have! She's so silly.
"Yep! Bunch of times. I always get to press the siren button. That one is my favorite" Suzy stopped writing and looked at me funny. "Why do you ride in a police car all the time?" I giggled. "My Papa is the chief!" I said proudly. Suzy smiled widely. "Masen, I think I might have found your way back home!"
"Really!" I jumped up and down. I was so excited to see my mommy and daddy soon. "Really, really! I have another question. Your papa, is that your mother's dad or is that your father's dad?" Okay, daddy's mom is Nana Esme and his dad is Grampy. So that would definitely make Papa, mommy's dad! But Sue is not mommy's real mom. Mommy's real mom is not a very nice lady.
"I know that! My papa is my mommy's dad! But Sue is not her real mom, she just calls her mom" Suzy laughed. "Good job bud! Alright so that would make your papa, Chief Swan?" I nodded. That's his name. This is a fun game! It's like a puzzle. And I'm winning at it! "The only problem is that, your papa is not my chief so that means, you don't live here in Spokane?" I shook my head no. "No that doesn't sound right. Mommy and daddy will go on dates to that sea place, but I've never heard them talk about Spokane before, but It sounds fun!
"Well let's head down to the station. It's getting to be pretty late. Why don't we stop for some food and then we can head to the station and see what our next move is. You like McDonald's?" I nodded. Who doesn't love McDonald's! They are sooo yummy. Suzy held my hand as we walked to the car and helped me into the backseat making sure I got buckled up properly. Her radio was going off a lot, just like Papa's does. He said that one day he will teach me what some of those codes actually mean and what they are for. That's why he's the best papa ever!
Suzy got me a Big Mac meal from McDonald's and even let me get a sprite because I was such a brave boy today. "Thank you Officer Suzy. I'm so hungry! My granny Sue gave me two cookies before I went looking for my papa and that's it!" I frowned, looking down at my hands in my lap. I didn't want James to come after me again. What if they really didn't leave and now my daddy will be mad that I walked away from Nèe and I left with this police lady.
"You're welcome Masen. Let's get you back to the station, so you can eat and maybe get some sleep, while we figure out where you're from and find your mom and dad" I nodded, stuffing a handful of fries in my mouth. This food was soo yummy! I don't think McDonald's has ever tasted so good.
I didn't get to finish all my food before we got to the police station, so Suzy let me go sit in back where the other officers get to eat their dinners. There was an older gentleman sitting in there eating his own dinner and offered the chair next to him for me to sit down. "Masen this is officer Ricky, Rick this is Masen Swan. We're trying to find his family right now" I nodded, taking the seat Ricky had offered me.
"Well please join me for dinner, you know I have a grandson right around your age. His name is Leland" I smiled. "How old is Leland. Mr Ricky?" He chuckled and patted my back. "It's just Ricky, son. My Leland is five years old, but he will be six here in a few days" Wow! He thought I was almost six. I must really be acting like a big boy today. Mommy is going to be so proud of me. "I am only just four years old Mr Ricky- oh I mean Ricky." I giggled. My mommy always said to say Mr and Mrs because it's polite.
"You seem so much older, Mr Masen." He winked at me. "You're one smart fella. Do you go to school yet?" I nodded, taking a big bite of my cheeseburger. I chewed and swallowed my food before answering his question. Not wanting to talk with a full mouth. It's not even possible to talk with a mouth full of food! "Yes sir. Well it's not like real school, because I'm not in kindergarten yet, but it's still school!" I exclaimed. I loved my school and Miss Barbs said I was one of her smartest students in her classroom. I could almost write my name down now and Miss Barbs thinks I will have it down in a few weeks.
"Oh I see. I think they call that preschool Masen. If I can remember correctly, this old brain of mine doesn't work as well as it used to back in the day"
"Yeah that's it! I go to preschool. Thanks Ricky!" Ricky patted my shoulder and murmured his welcome before tucking into his dinner. He was eating a bowl of what looked like spaghetti, but it had a lot of vegetables in it. Looked nothing like the spaghetti that my momma makes. I think I would much rather eat hers than whatever Ricky is eating right now. Yuck!
I soon finished my food and so did Ricky. Together we cleaned up our mess and then Ricky offered to help me find where Suzy had gone off too. This police station was much bigger than the one my papa worked at. This place had a big jail inside and it had an upstairs and a basement! Ricky said that maybe tomorrow he could show me around but for now he just pointed out different rooms as we passed by them. It was dark outside and everyone had gone home for the day so there was only a few people left in the building for the night.
I was starting to get really sleepy and I was hopeful that Suzy had found out how to contact my mommy and daddy, because I want to go home and sleep for days! I don't know if I have ever felt this tired before.
Ricky brought me into a room with a bunch of desks lined up together. Most of the desks were dark, the computers and lamps were off and almost all the officers had gone home. Suzy sat at the few desks that had the lamp on. She was typing away on her computer with a frown on her face. At the desk across from hers, there was another man going through piles of paperwork only stopping his reading to cover his mouth as he yawned.
"Hey buddy! How was your dinner" Suzy called as she spotted me by the door. I walked over and stood next to Suzy, looking at the pictures on her desk. She had a bunch of pictures of her and another woman with a cute little puppy sat next to their feet, Suzy holding the leash. "It was very yummy, thank you for the McDonald's" I pointed to the picture frame. "Is that your puppy? He's so cute" Suzy smiled and nodded.
"Yes sir, that's my sweet girl Molly. She's a poodle, this picture was taken almost a year ago. Shes is way bigger now!" I laughed. Sometimes I wished I could have a pet. My mommy, she is allergic to kittens so I cannot have a cat. Mom and dad said that when we have a bigger back yard we could think about getting a puppy. I had a goldfish one time, but he passed away and uncle Emmett had to flush him down the toilet!
"So Masen, this is my supervisor officer Ashley and he's been helping me find your parents." Officers Ashley gave me a little wave and he offered me a little sheriffs sticker out of his desk drawer. "Nice to meet you Mr Masen. I was just wondering if you would mind answering a few questions me and Suzy had for you" I nodded. "Sure! What's up" Ricky pushed over one of the empty rollie chairs and lifted me up, sitting me down inside. He then did the same thing for himself and grabbed a notepad out too.
"Alright, let's start with this afternoon. You said you were at your Papa's house, right?" Suzy asked me. I nodded. "Yes ma'am. My mommy hurt her foot and had to go to the doctors, so I stayed with my Papa and Granny Sue" Ricky started writing down everything a said, as I told them what had happened today. "I could have sworn it was my papa, I saw outside by his truck, but when I gots out there. He was gone" I frowned. I still don't understand how my papa, disappeared so fast. He had been right there!
"After that, a man walked up and said he was papa's neighbor, that he just saw him walk up the road. I don't know Papa's neighbors, but I think this man was lying to me" I felt tears pool in my eyes, so I looked down at my hands that were resting on my lap. "He grabbed my arm really hard. It hurt. I know I'm a big boy, but it still really hurt" I rubbed the spot that James held. "He dragged me through the woods and then into a black car that was waiting there"
"It's okay Masen, you can take your time" officer Ashley said, handing me a tissue. I took it from him, wiping my runny nose. "Thanks" I whispered. "In the car was another person, only she was a woman and she was just as mean as James"
"James? Is that the man who took you?" Suzy questioned. "Yes. At least that's what Nèe was calling him. That is what the lady's name was. Nèe. I thought she would be nice, because her name made me think of my baby cousin, but she turned out to be mean too" I'm not sure what made James and Nèe so upset with me. I don't think I have ever met them before today, so I don't understand what I have done to be treated so poorly by them.
"Masen, could you tell me what James and Nèe looked like. Did they have anything odd that you can remember?" I shrugged. "They just looked like people I guess. James, he had dark hair like my papa and was very tall with these icy blue eyes and he smelled funny" i wrinkled my nose. They both kinda smelled bad. "And Nèe, she kinda looked like my mommy. Only her hair was red and she was old with wrinkles on her face. Her eyes were brown like mine, but also very red and it looked like she had something that was bothering her eyes" Suzy nodded, making sure Ricky was writing this all down.
"What happened after you got in the car with James and Nèe?"
"James just started driving away. He didn't put me in a car seat or put my seat belt on or anything! I had a little bit of trouble but I was able to at least put on the seat belt. Thought it didn't really fit and it rubbed on my neck" I pulled the collar of my shirt down and showed them the red scratches on my neck. Those didn't feel very nice. "We drove for a long time! So long it was starting to make my butt hurt because I had been sitting down for so long. We stopped one time to get some gas, but only James was allowed to get out of the car and I had to keep my head down. But I don't know why. I was too scared to ask why"
"The next stop we made, was at another gas station, but this one had a store and a Burger King. James went inside and Nèe stayed back in the car with me. Until I asked to go potty and she made me promise not to leave my side or else my daddy would be mad at me. I don't know if she was telling the truth, because I don't think my daddy would be friends with someone like Nèe. Her heart was too mean to be friends with" I wish my daddy was here now. I missed them soo much.
"When do I get to see my mommy and daddy? Did you find them yet" I asked looking at Suzy. I just wanted to go home already. "We have put out an APB out with your information to other police stations around here and I also have a friend of mine trying to figure out which police department your Papa works for. Hopefully we will figure it out soon. I'm sure there should be a missing person report on you by the morning"
The morning! Does that mean I won't get too see my mom and dad tonight. Where am I gonna go? I think because of everything that had happened and then hearing that, I just couldn't take it anymore. I started crying for my mommy. I missed her and no one but her was going to make me feel better right now. Suzy jumped up and pulled me into her arms and gave me a tight hug. I wish I never would have gone outside!
"It's going to be okay Masen! Just calm down and take a big deep breath. That's it in through your nose and out through your mouth" I did as she ask and tried to calm down. Taking in big deep breaths from my nose and letting it out through my mouth. But I still didn't feel any better. "I promise you, we're going to find your parents buddy. This is the easy part. You have already gone through the hardest part of all this, you're safe and sound with us until you are back with your parents. Everything is going to be alright"
I clung tightly to Suzy and laid my ear to her chest and listened to her heartbeat. I felt my breathing calm down as I stood in Suzy's embrace. I was getting very sleepy all the stress and emotions from the day finally caught up on me. Today felt like the longest day of my life and it wasn't even over yet. I wanted to stay awake till I found my mom and dad. But my eyes soon drooped shut as I fell fast asleep.
The sound of a dog barking made me jerk awake and pop up out of my bed. Only we didn't have a dog and this wasn't my bed or my house. I was in small room with green walls and lots of artwork. The room was filled with paints and other crafting things. I was sleeping on a bed that was pushed into against the wall under a large window. The sunlight was shining through the white curtains and as I peeked through I saw a fluffy dog running around the back yard and a lady stood watching him run.
I pushed the covers back, taking notice of the fact that, I was now wearing a big T-shirt that said something, but i can't read yet, plus it's upside down! With a giggle I pushed open the bedroom door. The house was very quiet and I honestly didn't know where I should go, so I just picked to go left down the hallway because it looked like a living room was at the end of it and I was right. At the end of the hall opened up to a living room and then off to the side cutoff by a half wall was a small kitchen.
Suzy was standing at the kitchen sink holding a coffee cup. She was already in her police outfit, so I that must mean I slept all night long. "Good morning Masen, I hope you slept well. Are you hungry?" No sooner did the words leave Suzy mouth and my stomach growled loudly. I wrapped my hands around my stomach and laughed. "Very hungry! When my tummy is like this. My daddy always tells me we have to feed the monster in my belly" Suzy giggled and motion for me to sit down at the table.
"Well then, let's do just that! What does the monster in your belly want today? I'm afraid we don't have a lot of options here, me and Mel aren't really breakfast eaters" Suzy shrugged and opened up a cabinet above the stovetop. "How does pop tarts sound? I know it's not very healthy, but they sure do taste great!" I nodded. Who doesn't love a pop tart. It would sound much better if i didn't feel so sad right now.
Suzy warmed up the strawberry pop tarts and put it on a plate, sitting it in front of me. She also sit down a cup of milk in a real glass cup. I've never drank out of a glass cup before. Mommy said I could break it and glass would be everywhere! I will just have to be super careful with it. "Thank you, Suzy" She smiled and patted the top of my head. "I washed the clothes you had on yesterday and you are gonna come with me to the police station. I'm pretty sure I found your parents last night and it was definitely confirmed by this morning" Suzy smiled and grabbed the tv remote and clicked the television on. There on the screen was my smiling face!
"Your face is on every local new station today. Your mom and dad have been looking everywhere for you Masen. So has your Papa, who I figured out was Charles swan the police Chief of forks Washington. We're gonna head to the station and get everything ready for your parents to come and pick you up" I jumped out of my seat and gave Suzy the biggest hug ever. Looking back at the tv I saw my mommy face. She was crying and holding Teddy to her chest. Daddy was standing next to her and he was crying too. I don't know if I have ever seen my daddy cry before.
"We just want our son back home, safe and sound. If you have seen him please call in and let us know. He has curly brown hair and big brown eyes. Once you see him, you will know it's Masen" Daddy told the reporter. My picture flashed up on the screen again with a number. "Masen, mommy and daddy are looking and we will find you son. We love you" tears rolled down my cheeks listening to my dad. My Eddie. I miss them both so much, I never want to be away from them again. Never.
"See Masen, they never stopped looking for you" I smiled. I knew they would never stop looking for me. The worry was just how long it took for them to find me and they did it fast. "Can we leave now!" I asked. I grabbed one half of my poptart and quickly shoved it into my mouth. I was ready to get out of here. "Yes Masen, we can leave now. Let me have Mel bring you your clothes"
"Who's Mel?" Just as I said that a tall woman with long orange hair walked in from the back door and their dog came running inside and went straight to his water bowl. "Masen, this is my Wife, Melinda, but don't ever call her that or else she can get pretty upset" Mel rolled her eyes and gave me a wave. "Nice to meet you Masen. I hope you slept well"
"I did. I was so tired, i don't even remember falling asleep" Suzy laughed. But I really didn't remember. I don't remember even getting to Suzy house. The last thing I can remember from last night was that I was hugging Suzy and was feeling very sad because I was missing my parents, really really bad! "You dozed off at the police station and then once you get into the car, you were out of it!" I blushed, I didn't mean to fall asleep. I guess Suzy carried me inside and put a T-shirt on me.
Suzy walked down the hallway and pulled open these two doors that lead into a laundry. I quickly finished the rest of my food and very carefully down my milk, trying not to drop the glass cup. I was quite pleased with myself and I knew momma was going to be proud of me! I couldn't wait to see them. These last few hours have been so scary.
What if James and Nèe come back again. I didn't want to be with those two again. I will just never have to leave mom or dad again. I had nightmares all night about them coming back for me and this time they didn't run off, but kept me forever and I never got to see my mommy again. I didn't want that to happen.
Suzy brought me my clothes and I went back to the bedroom and got myself dressed. It felt weird to be putting on the same clothes from yesterday, but at least Suzy washed them for me and i didn't have to wear dirty clothes all day. I found my sneakers at the bottom of the bed and went ahead and put those on too. Mel handed me a tooth brush before I went into the bedroom, so I went across the hallway and brushed my teeth. I made a bit of a mess and tried to clean it up a little bit. I'm used to my mommy putting the toothpaste on the brush for me. I didn't know how difficult it would be.
Once I was all ready to go, I went back out to the living area and sit down on the couch while I waited for Suzy to return. Their doggy came up to me and sit in front of me, looking at me with his head turned to the side. "Hi Puppy dog. Do you want me to pet you" i couldn't remember what Suzy said his name was. Or was it a girl or boy. I shrugged and lifted my hand for the dog to smell it. He did and then nudged my hand with his cold nose. "I think, she likes you Masen" Suzy said as she walked over to us. She crouched down and rubbed the dogs head. "She usually takes a little time warming up to new people, but she seems to be rather taken with you" I giggled. I liked her too.
"Shes really cute. Maybe I can come back again and play with her!" Suzy smiled. "I think Molly would love that! But why don't we focus on getting you back home first. I just got off the phone with my chief and he has called and talked with your mother, they are on their way to Spokane as we speak" I jumped up and hugged Suzy's neck. I was just so happy she had found my mom and dad and I was really gonna go home today. Only a few more hours and I will be home again!
I know this is not super dramatic, but i didn't want anything too crazy, but I did want Masen involved in some sort of way. Hopefully you enjoyed it anyway!
Till next time ~Jade
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