Ethan awakens, his home in a state as his father's belongings lay spread sporadically across the marble white tiles.
Jackson lays restless, his arms clenched as his muscles tighten, he quivers becoming ever so distant as time passes.
His brother however, sits across from him. Alex positions his hand upon his brothers, holding it close to him as their aid, Ian stands above Jackson bowing his head with great remorse.
However, Renee Covington stands solemn in the streets of Raindale. Her body shrouded in darkness as she takes her coffee to her hand, smiling vigorously as she blankly watches the home of Venelope.
Elsewhere, an eye opens. They breath light upon the world as the dimmed brown color shimmers gently, sunlight sparkling upon it as they stare out.
As the sun moves across the sky, Skye departs her home with her cellphone in her hand as she walks alongside the sidewalk. Her hair flows back, dialing several numbers in a state of anxiousness. Ethan's name appears upon her screen many times but all in which are swiftly declined as Ethan remains alone, sitting in nothing but his underwear, his hair, filthy as he watches his cellphone ring countless times. It is upon the eighth attempt however that Skye calls, she watches it start to ring expecting an answer until she collides into another pedestrian. She shrieks, dropping her phone as the call declines as the voice beckons to her, Logan rushing to the floor as Skye glances up.
Logan: "I'm so sorry! I didn't mean t-!" he pauses, taking sight of Skye's eyes.
Skye: "Logan?" she questions his presence as he frowns before her.
Logan: "Can we talk? . . ."
Logan awaits an answer, a dazed Skye agreeing to this offer as she begins to walk alongside him.
::Scene Two::
Brea: "What we did was wrong" she states assertively to her sister as the two await Renee and Clark.
Susan: "She had it coming, I don't care" she sniggers, thus showing a disdain between the two.
Brea: "Skye saw it, Logan see's it, we hurt Ethan. We hurt Venelope. You still think you have a chance? You're as much of a stubborn bitch as sh-"
A voice interrupts the twins coming from behind.
Renee: "You decided then yeah?" she twitches, Clark standing beside her as Brea rolls her eyes.
Clark: "Pretty disrespectful to call her a bitch don't you think?"
Susan: (Chuckles)
Renee: "Let me just tel- . . ."
Brea: "No, let me tell you Renee. What we did was wrong. You don't intimidate us anymore, look at us. It's just four of us left. Jackson's fucked off, Skye left us and now Logan has too. You're losing us all because you're a pushover, you use your status to hurt others but all you're doing is hurting us too! I can see why everyone thinks you're a vile bitch"
Brea ignores her sister, reaching for her bags until Renee swiftly grapples Brea by the throat, charging against a tree and pushing her against it. Susan becomes startled, standing to the two girls as Clark attempts to intervene.
Clark: "Renee, let her go!"
Renee: "Over-step your line once more and I'll break you. I will break you to the point in which you wish you was dead"
Brea: (Being released)
Brea: (Coughing)
Susan: "Brea? . . ."
Renee begins to walk away from the group, Clark remaining with the twins as Brea calls back.
Brea: "Psycho bitch!"
Renee's eye twitches, cracking her knuckles as she continues ahead, away from the group.
In a small diner, Skye sits across from Logan with a small shake separating the two in shrouded silence.
Logan twiddles his thumbs, panting heavily as Skye comforts him.
Skye: "Logan?" she reaches out.
He shakes his head, warranting his exit as he throws a few dollars upon the table. He leaves in a hurry, leaving Skye alone. She sighs gently, bowing her head before her phone starts to ring. Upon it, Ethan's name reads signalling to her his need to talk.
::Scene Three::
Within his small farm house, Alex sits restless as his brother Jackson struggles to breath. Ian, their friend and aid stands above Jackson as he works on some monitors supporting Jackson.
Ian: (Sighing) "It's almost time"
Alex: "N-No . . . Not yet, it isn't enough"
Jackson: (Choking on his few words) "Alex . . . A-Alex please"
The brothers exchange hands, his brother tugging on a small oxygen mask as he pulls it below his chin. He smiles bravely upon his younger brother as his life shortens, his disease ruling his horrific nightmare of a life.
Jackson: "This is right . . . This is what I want, a-alright?" (He starts coughing violently)
Ian: "Jackson, you aren't strong enough . . ."
Alex sobs quietly, baring the thought of his dying brother.
Jackson: "I want this, I know that this is right." (He wipes his brothers tears) "You've been such a good boy, my sweet boy. The best person I could have ever lived with"
Alex laughs, Jackson timidly following suit as the two brothers share their moments together.
Outside of an estate, Skye looks above at the elegant home of the Durant's. Several cars remain parked upon the driveway, she smiles. Raising her hand high. A bell chimes.
Within the home, from within the shadows Ethan emerges in his underwear, his hair scruffy and his cheekbones glowing. He tugs on the wooden door, opening it to Skye who stands astounded by his physique.
Skye: "Ethan? . . ."
Ethan ignores Skye, turning around as he drags himself along, Skye welcoming herself inside as she closes the door behind him.
The two enter the dining room to where Ethan sits, his hand resting upon the table as his father's handgun rests upon it. His feet, bloodied, his head, bruised. Skye stands quietly, tugging upon her dress as she sighs.
Ethan: "I wasn't going to use it . . ."
Skye: "Let me help" she cautiously states, aiding him as she takes a damp towel.
She kneels down below, taking his foot as she places it upon her leg, taking the towel in and out of a small bowel of water before wiping his feet clean.
Ethan: "It's my fathers, he's a cop. He took my step-mom on some sort of vacation . . . They haven't been back in weeks"
Skye: "About Friday . . ."
Ethan: "It doesn't matter, she called me you know?"
Skye: "What? . . . When"
Ethan: (Bowing his head as he begins to weep) "She said she has to end this. End everything. End what we had because of those bitches"
Skye climbs up to a seat, placing the bloodied towel upon the table as she takes Ethan's hand.
Ethan: "I've got nobody. Nobody will ever love me"
Skye: (Watching Ethan sob as she leans in, placing his head on her shoulder)
Skye: "Shhh . . . I- I love you"
Ethan's head rises, the two friends stare at one another despite the events as Skye shakes her head.
Skye: "A-as a friend . . ." she smiles solemnly, restraining herself as Ethan smiles back.
::Scene Four::
In his small room, Jackson's bed lays center. Ian's head bows as Alex leans in slowly.
Jackson smiles as his head bows, he shines bright in a dwindling sunlight.
Skye goes to the door, tugging on the oak as it opens to the streets outside. She turns as Ethan timidly approaches behind, the two share a small sign of affection for one another before Skye shakes her head, turning back as Ethan closes the door after her.
Alex: "You're my warrior . . . My brother. My life. My soul"
Ian reaches out to several monitors, switching them off as Jackson's eyes raise up.
Alex: "My love, my friend, my world"
Jackson's hand tightens, Ian steadily approaching the remaining oxygen tank that connects itself to Jackson before switching the machine off, cutting off a steady oxygen supply.
Alex: "You can leave this world with purity . . ." He sobs.
As Ethan remains alone, he takes a seat only to hear his doorbell chime. His head turns, wandering his way steadily towards it.
Jackson begins to struggle, his breath shortening as his body begins to rebel. His throat closes up inside him as he begins to violently shake.
Ian aids Alex as the two hold Jackson down, his head moving side to side as his seizure gets increasingly more violent and deadly.
Alex: "You're going home, one day I'll join you too"
The door opens, his head scouting the area to find nothing but a small disc. Upon it, it reads Venelope's name much to the confusion of Ethan.
He takes a seat, beginning the disc as he enters it into his laptop to hear the voice of Venelope.
Venelope: (Voice-over) "Ethan . . . If you're hearing this, I'm sorry. I'm so sorry"
Jackson's body comes to a halt, his breathing ends suddenly, his lips stopping as his eyes close, a small trail of blood coming from his nose.
At this time, an eye opens once more. Their brown eye staring out as Jade awakens, gasping for air upon a broken floor. Her head folds over, her breath ending as she remains still.
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Next Episode: "The Blood within My Veins"
Leave your comments below and give me your thoughts on the season so far!
Thoughts Upon the Episode?:
Will Renee lose control of her group?:
Why did Logan run away?:
Thoughts Upon the Death of Jackson?:
What will become of Alex now?:
Does Skye love Ethan?:
What will become of Skye and Ethan if so?:
What happened to Venelope?:
Thoughts upon Jade being alive?:
The door's to the Ball close upon Venelope's departure, leaving the remaining Guests stunned by the events of the night, all but those who partook in those events. However, Susan and Brea stands in one corner, Brea sat upon the stage steps as she holds her head in her hands.
Brea: "They took it too far Susan"
Susan: "What do you mean?! It wasn't far enough!"
Brea: "We didn't ask for this, neither of us! Now we're associates to some vicious attack!"
Susan: (Chuckling) "This is why you were the stage girl, now wheres Ethan? . . ."
Susan glances around, scouting for Ethan however he vanishes leaving her questioning her motives for the night.
Elsewhere, Renee sits back in Principal Nolan's chair, whom himself enters the room during the chaotic night.
Principal Nolan: "You did it?" he asks momentarily.
Renee: (Gleefully smiling) "I think we could've used some extra tugging on the dress but it went well yes!"
Renee: (Taking note of his clothing) "Where have you been? . . ."
Nolan takes sight, dismissing her question as he takes her arm.
Principal Nolan: "Come with me, we've got work to do"
::Scene Two::
Venelope rests outside, her head against a wall as her body lays sprawled out in the road. She cries to herself, clutching at her torn dress and rigid hair as she clutches her phone. She dials in Ethan's number attempting to gain assistance until his number comes up empty, all her calls becoming declined by him for an unknown reason.
Despite her efforts she tries again, calling for Skye this time but reaching the same result.
Her efforts lead to much disappointment as she finally tries for Jade, but due to circumstances of that night she does not answer.
Venelope's eyes turn cold, her cellphone dropping to the floor as it shatters the screen. Her breath becomes bitter and cold as ice clouds form in the sky around.
However, from behind an envious and remorseful Logan departs from the School, taking hand of the wall as he moves his way down to her, noticing her legs laying out in the street as he takes seat upon the steps beside her.
Logan: (Sensing her insecurities) "I'm sorry . . ." he whispers.
Venelope does not respond.
Logan: "I tried making friends. Just like you. I'm just a coward, I'm not brave, I'm not tough . . . I'm nothing like you Venelope. I am. I truly am sorry. I take account for what I did, I take account for having a hand in this. I am sorry"
Venelope eyes turn dark, her head bows against the wall as her frail voice speaks out.
Venelope: (Harshly) "I don't need your pity"
Logan: "I am. I am like you. An Orphan, my parents left me at a young age and I was lucky to be one of those to be adopted so early on in life to the point where I can hide it"
Venelope: (Her eyes shifting to him)
Logan: (Taking Venelope's hand) "I am sorry Venelope, I truly am. I wish I could help you, and I will now"
Venelope: (Breathing slows down) "Give me names" she asks insistently.
Logan: "Names?" he questions.
Venelope: "I want the names of those whom are involved"
Logan's eyes flutter, his back turning back to the door before pausing.
Logan: "It was Renee's plan, you know that. Clark and her recruited us, myself, the twins . . . Skye. She begged me not too, she didn't want any part in this but Renee's got something on us all. Skye's scared of her Venelope. Please don't blame her. Don't blame them. Blame Renee"
Venelope takes a stand, her eyes turning darker as she begins to hobble away just as Clark departs the school in search of Logan himself.
Logan: "V!" he belts out, startled by an oncoming Clark.
Clark: (Taking Logan's shoulder) "Why are you chasing her? . . ." he wanders.
Logan frowns, watching Venelope disappear into the darkness as he returns to the Ball with Clark.
::Scene Three::
Despite the events of the Ball, Dawn slowly approaches as sunlight overlooks the entire town. However, upon his Ranch, Alex brings in two buckets of the milk, seeing Ian awaiting him at the door-step.
Alex: "Not now" he insists, pushing past Ian who declines his entrance.
Ian: "No, we'll talk about this now Alex. You're missing school, he understands"
Alex shakes his head, ignoring the advise of his friend before entering his home with the sounds of Jackson's machines coming from his room.
Ian: (Chasing after Alex) "Listen to me, goddamnit!" he takes a stance.
Alex pauses, lowering the two buckets of milk as he allows Ian to speak.
Ian: "Your brother has given us all his wishes, he's asked me to do the same. He knows he has become a burden and I don't like it as much as you do. When was the last time you had the clean the shit from underneath him? When was the last time you had to bathe him! When was the last time you sat down with your own fucking brother and gave him the time to let him tell you what he wants Alex!"
Ian ends, Alex's face becoming angered as he turns to Ian.
Alex: "I don't want my brother to die!" he begs, Ian frowning as he turns to the door of the room.
Ian: "Something tells me he's been dead for a very long time . . ."
As the two argue, the quiet sounds of Jackson's whimpering comes from the room as he listens to the arguments that ensue over his current state.
::Scene Four::
Venelope hobbles to the door steps of her beloved home, looking up at the colossal building infront of her as her hand trembles upon the cold handle. She hesitates, looking around but seeing no sign of Jade's car in sight as her anxiety relentlessly attacks her. She then soon glances across the street, reminding herself of Addison's words only to see an abandoned house resting on the opposite side, covered in dirt and broken down, she waves her hand infront of her as her mind begins shutting down inside of her as she swings upon the door. It opens. Her head leans inside, her torn dress dangling from her frail arms as chunks of her hair loosely hangs in knots from her scalp. She beckons, echoing throughout the household as her voice breaks.
Venelope: (Whimpering) "Jade!"
She moves forward, her heels falling beneath her as she leans against the solid walls.
Venelope: (Seeing a figure in the doorframe of the kitchen) "Jade? . . ." she whispers as she enters.
Upon entering the lounge two figures emerge from the shadows, Renee hovering beside Principal Nolan as her clothes hang upon her body, tugging on her waist as she folds her hair across one shoulder.
Principal Nolan: "Hello Venelope" his voice echoes.
Venelope's eyes twinkle in the shimmering light, her head turning to a small note that rests upon the oak wood table. In the enscription, Jade's name rests upon it. She opens it gently to see Jade's handwriting upon the note, reading the words given to her.
(Jade's Note):
'Dear my darling Venelope, if you're reading this then I have failed and become a burden to you. I was enlisted to aid you and care for you in your time of needing. However, at the cost of external circumstances this has been declined. I apologize, I really do. Despite only knowing you for the short few months that I did, I am glad I could call you my own.
-Jade'
(End of Note):
Venelope's hand runs across the note, her breath becoming weaker as she falls to her knee's. In the shadows of her lounge however, Renee steps forward. In her hand, she holds a cellphone before resting it infront of Venelope whos head lingers infront of her, no envy or remorse upon Renee's face as she climbs back to her feet. Behind her, steps Principal Nolan who approaches the two girls as his stern face steams his glasses, his cold smile raining down upon Venelope who rests upon her knee's as he begins to speak out.
Principal Nolan: "Jade Crow was shot dead at the Vinepool Parking Lot upon the evening of Friday the 26th, October"
As the revelation of Jade's disappearance hits Venelope her screaming ensues as she weeps into her own hands, behind her Renee's revelations hit her as her face drops.
Venelope: (Sobbing) "Oh my god!" she screams out.
Renee: (Shocked) " . . . Dad?!" she calls out in desperation, revealing Nolan to be her father.
Principal Nolan: (Glancing up at Renee as he continues)
Principal Nolan: "You will call Ethan and tell him its over. You will tell Skye that you will seek no justice and you will return to me. You're mine Venelope Hanson, you were always mine"
Venelope remains shell-shocked, her body becoming still with little movement as her breath declines further, subtle jilts of movement as her body rejoices in pain. Her head tilts as the phone rests infront of her, thus allowing Nolan and Renee to both depart, leaving Venelope alone in her own despair.
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Next Episode: "Going Home"
Leave your comments below and give me your thoughts on the season so far!
Thoughts Upon the Episode?:
Is Brea starting to turn on Renee?:
Was Logan right to confess and drop everyone in on it?:
Thoughts upon Logan revealing his past?:
Thoughts upon Ian and Alex's confrontation?:
What happened to Addison's house?:
Thoughts upon Nolan's confrontation with Venelope at her home?:
Reaction to Nolan being Renee's father?:
What will happen to Venelope now?:
Is Jade Dead?:
Favorite/Least Favorite Characters?:
The night of the ball commences as the students of Raindale Academy arrive. Organisations from Renee, Clark and the twins lead the night as Renee arrives outside Principal Nolan's Office, she smiles graciously at the presence of her Principal who gestures for her to sit.
Principal Nolan: "I have your word correct?"
Renee: "If I have yours, Sir"
Principal Nolan: (Pushing forward a small envelope) "Everything we've disclosed is inside"
Renee: (Taking hand of the Envelope)
Principal Nolan: "Do what must be done to scare her off. I want her to rely on me. Nobody else"
Renee: "Yes, of course. What we have planned . . . it'll stop her for the rest of her life"
Renee ends her small ordeal with Principal Nolan, departing from the Office as Nolan remains seated, a stiff jerk of a smile forming upon his face.
::Scene Two::
Elsewhere during the Night, Ethan arrives at the door-step of Venelope's new home. He chimes the door, awaiting an answer as he dresses in his finest suit. He smiles obliviously of the outcome of the night, as his desires come true in the form of an angelic Venelope who appears at the door alongside Jade.
Jade: "You two have fun tonight, I'll come pick you up later" she smiles delightfully.
Venelope: (Blushing as Ethan takes her hand) "Thank you Jade"
Ethan: "Yes, thank you Miss. Crow"
Ethan wanders out with Venelope in his arm, allowing Jade to close her door as she takes her cellphone to her hands, she reads the text from the previous night as she attempts to prepare herself for the night ahead.
Outside however, Ethan smiles briefly upon Venelope's appearance.
Venelope: (Chuckling) "You're doing it again"
Ethan: "What? . . ."
Venelope: "Looking at me!" she laughs.
Ethan: "How couldn't I? Look at you!" he insists as he stops her at the sidewalk.
Ethan: "You're beautiful V"
Venelope: "V? You have a nickname for me now?"
Ethan: "Better than Orphan though isn't it?"
Venelope: "I suppose" she frowns.
Ethan: (Taking her hand) "Don't feel sad, Enjoy yourself" he demands, leaning into Venelope.
Venelope's eyes gaze upon him as Ethan reaches in, he locks his lips with hers as the two share a brief passionate kiss. Venelope eyes remain open, unsure of what to do before Ethan expresses his care with her, continuing to kiss her before releasing himself from her.
Ethan: "I care about you, V"
Venelope cannot bring herself to words, until the passing of Addison comes by.
Venelope: "Addison!" she declares, stumbling from the scene with Ethan who holds a charming smile, knowing of her lust.
Addison: "Hello" she quickly replies.
Venelope: "Your not dressed for a ball?"
Addison: (Frowning) "Thats because I'm not going, I'm going home"
Venelope: "Oh, do you want us to walk you home?"
Addison: "It's across the street from you Venelope? . . . I can walk across the street" she laughs.
Venelope: "What? . . . I don't know what your talking about"
Ethan gazes at Addison in confusion as Venelope pauses, Addison eyes wandering between the two as she shakes her head.
Addison: "Of course! Sorry, I'm getting myself flustered. I'm going into town, I don't want to make you both late for the Ball, go on ahead. Thank you"
Addison soon scurries off, Venelope standing with great confusion as Ethan chuckles.
Ethan: "And you wonder why people take the piss when your around nutcases like that!"
::Scene Three::
As the Ball commences, Skye stands upon the door, the entrance from the parking lot into the school Ball. She sits quietly in her royal blue dress, a cigarette within her mouth as she watches out into the darkness. From behind, a lonely Logan stumble out smiling at his friend.
Logan: "You got a spare one?" he asks, gesturing towards the cigarette.
Skye: (Reaching into her bra) "Didn't know you smoke?"
Logan: "Didn't know you did either . . ." He lights it, smoking blowing into the wind.
Skye: "We do a lot of things we didn't used too"
Logan: "I know what you mean . . ." a guilty face forms as he bows his head.
Skye: "It's not too late to back out, don't fall for them when they'll drag you down too"
Logan: "You don't understand . . ."
Skye: "Try me"
Logan: "I - Uhm, no. I can't. Not yet Skye" he refrains, disappointing himself and Skye.
However as the two share their conversation, Renee and Clark depart from the school from behind. Renee smiles as Clark pats Logan upon the back.
Renee: "Ghastly sight this is"
Clark: "You smoke?" he directs his question at Logan who begins to throw it away.
Renee: "I'm shocked Skye, who would've thought"
Renee lowers herself to Skye as she leans in.
Renee: "If she doesn't turn up tonight, just be aware that I know a lot of secrets about you. If you really think you can try and fuck with us sweetheart, just remember who holds the key to your ordeal with Principal Kizler" Renee threatens.
Skye's eyes enchant themselves, throwing a fierce fight as she remains silent, only staring upon Renee who holds a declaring smirk. She takes Clark's arm who in turn orders Logan's presence as the three make their way inside, leaving Skye alone as she throws her fist against a wall in an act of rage.
::Scene Four::
As the ball commences, Alex Smith remains home, his door banging several times as Jackson's friend and aid, Ian arrives. He smiles bravely noticing a quivering Alex.
Alex shakes his head several times, unable to see himself fit as he escorts Ian into his brothers room where Jackson lies upon his bed, struggling more than usual as Alex falls back, his hand rubbing his chin as he sits in a chair.
Ian: "Whats happened?" he asks with great concern.
Alex: (Choking upon his words) "H-...He uhm"
Ian: (Lowering himself to Alex) "What is it?"
Alex: (His eyes filled with tears) "He wants to die!" he breaks down, unable to breath as he repeats his brothers request.
Jackson's eyes remain open, he too coming to tears as he forcibly listens to the conversation he needs, reminiscing of his life before his illness.
Meanwhile, at Raindale Academy Ethan arrives at the school alongside Venelope who glances up bravely at the school ahead both of whom notice Skye upon the door.
Venelope: "Skye!" she declares kindly, arriving at the doors.
Skye: "Hey, Venelope . . ." she cowers, unable to look immediately at her friend.
Ethan: "Is there something I should know Skye?" he wanders, gesturing for her to tell him.
Skye remains perplexed. She attempts to provide the necessary information to warn them off, however she cannot seem to bring herself to words.
She holds out two singular tickets to enter the building, smiling to her friends as she swells up.
Skye: "Please, have a wonderful night!" she chokes, before allowing entrance to Venelope's worst night of her life.
::Scene Five::
Back home, Jade opens her phone as she places a small black blazer over her white blouse. She finishes her hair whilst applying her finest heels, touching her lips with perky gloss as she glances down at her messages.
(Jade's Messages):
Unknown: Upon your arrival, a white CTS will be awaiting. In the trunk will be several envelopes disclosing how to maintain your Adopted Daughter's safety. I'll see you then.
Jade's eyes rise, taking her purse as her hair flows down, departing from her home as she leaves it unlocked for Venelope, climbing into her car and departing for Vinepool Parking Lots.
However, at the Ball as the dancing ensues Ethan holds Venelope close as the two share a small dance whilst the calling for Ball King and Queen commences. The twins, Susan and Brea climbing to center stage as they read the announcements.
Susan & Brea: "Due to popular demand and due to respect for one person here. We wanted to share an award with a fine student of ours who joined recently. With so many demanding this to become a tradition, we've decided to declare our Raindale Academy Ball, King & Queen as . . ."
Brea: "Ethan Durant!"
Ethan turns in shock, thus not being no shock to anyone else as Ethan's the warranted bachelor at Raindale.
Susan: "And Venelope Hanson!"
Ethan: "Oh my god V! You won!" he laughs.
Venelope remains shocked, the crowd turning in its dozens as they give a grand applause to Venelope and Ethan, thus being warranted despite the crowds oblivious nature of Renee's groups overall scheme.
Susan: "Will the Prom King please join us on stage whilst the Queen remains backstage!"
Ethan takes her hand as they approach the stage, however Clark takes her shoulder.
Clark: "She'll need to go backstage, I can escort her if necessary?"
Ethan pauses, turning to Clark with dismay as he nods to prevent her from being worried, Ethan slowly releases Venelope's hand as Clark takes her to the exit.
Skye enters the ball at this time, watching as Clark escorts her from the hall and into the corridors, her head lowers before turning to the stage.
Clark: "Continue on up, follow the lights. You'll find your way"
The doors close, Venelope stands in darkness as lights flicker at the end of the corridor.
::Scene Six::
As the darkened corridor flickers in the sparkling lights coming from the ball, her name echoes across the grim scene. Venelope's eye wander across the darkness, her dress trailing behind as her hair flows down. Her hands reach out as she heads towards backstage to make her way up towards the crowd.
Elsewhere, Jade comes to an intersection, her head rising to see the Vinepool Parking Lot, her indicators light up in a blaze as her car begins to turn.
As the Ball continues, Alex takes his brothers hand, their aid Ian being on hand as he presses a small button upon a radio. Jackson's head falls upon Alex's shoulder, a saddened Alex holding his brother close to him as they begin to dance, re-enacting the Ball out of Jackson's wishes.
However, Venelope soon see's the light from the Ball coming before her. Her smile gleams as she prepares herself with a grand entrance, but her dreams are soon crushed. Her feet buckle beneath her as she falls down upon a slippery surface, she gasps for air as giggling ensues around her, snapping airwaves coming from all ends as something tugs on her scalp.
She screeches, beckoning Ethan's name in the darkness but nobody coming to her aid.
Venelope's torture continues, her dress being tugged in the darkness as she wrestles herself free. She climbs in motion, running through the darkness as her heels crack under her, the sole's of the shoes she was born to wear cave in as she climbs the stairs to the main stage to see Ethan awaiting her infront of a crowd. In the midst, former Ball Queen Brea turns to announce Venelope's entrance. The crowd however gasping at the sight.
Brea: (Announcement) "The new Ball King and Queen ladies and gentlemen!" she beckons.
Brea claps, turning to a distraught Venelope as does Ethan to see her stumbling from the shadows. From the crowd, Skye looks on in despair covering her mouth as Venelope stands in the lights, chunks of her hair hanging from her scalp, her heels broken as she can't keep a steady balance and her dress, torn from her shoulders as it hangs loosely in its own state.
Ethan: "V . . ."
Venelope shivers, distraught by her violation as the school speakers alert the crowd who remain still. Upon these speakers a metallic voice comes through, however upon the opposite ends sits Renee in Principal Nolan's office, reading through a news article of Venelope.
Renee (Voice Monitor): "Upon Tuesday, 21st March 2009 Venelope Hanson was found wandering the streets of Elswood in the early hours of the morning. However, thus very girl claimed to be a victim of assault. Sexual Assault. However, due to the high reputation of her leading family Venelope's words do not correlate to the matching story. Key witnesses from the neighboring area report of high levels of hostility and aggression from Venelope ever since an early childhood and claim her responsibility and the key suspect in the murder inquiries of her formerly deceased parents, Barbara and Elliot Hanson. Thus, being the reason as to why she is now residing in Raindale. A murderer set free"
Venelope's eyes widen in despair, her fragile face drops as her knee's buckle.
Ethan: (Enraged) "Who did this!" he demands to know.
Skye stands motionless looking on from the crowd below as a bucket rests above Venelope's head, Clark and Susan standing above as Logan departs the backstage area, a saddened glance to Venelope as he descends into the crowds.
Venelope sits upon her knee's, unable to speak as Skye tries to push past the crowd, only for Brea to step back as the bucket plummets, colliding with Venelope as horse manure drenches her body. The crowd remains horrified, Ethan unable to digest the scene as he falls back a few feet from Venelope who's eyes become blurry, unable to process the scene as her tears end. The crowd falls silent, watching as Venelope rises to her feet, hobbling through the crowd towards the exit as everyone remains behind.
Inside Principal Nolan's office, Renee sits back a short smile appearing upon her face as she watches through the monitors.
As her car comes to a halt, Jade opens her car door, her leg reaching out as she wears her finest outfit, her hair trailing down her back as her heels march towards a car, glancing behind her as she attempts to remain undetected. She looks down upon the bonnet, breathing heavily as she prepares herself.
However, footsteps stride behind her, alerting Jade to the presence of another assailant. She stops, her perky glossed lips quiver but she remains dignified. She lowers her purse and stops for a moment, turning to her opposition as she bows her head in a state of defeat.
Jade: (In envy) "What will happen to her?" she asks out of care.
Her answer unfortunately is unscathed by the firing of a small gun. A bullet piercing Jade's stomach as she jilts in pain, blood splats striking the white car behind her as she slowly trickles down alongside it. The wound, creating a large blood stain in which coates her elegant white shirt, her hair folding over across her face as her breath shortens, she rises to the oncoming foot steps as the gun reloads, her eyes glance upon her assailant as she awaits her demise.
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Next Episode: "Shutting Down"
Leave your comments below and give me your thoughts on the season so far!
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What will Nolan get in return?:
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What's Logan's Secret?:
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Thoughts about Jackson wanting to kill himself?:
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Episode Five: "I Am Yours. You're Mine"
::Scene One::
As a bitter morning rises across Raindale, Clark Marwood alongside his trusted friend Logan Friar walk through the town streets on their journey to school. However, along the way their associate and friend Ethan can be spotted leaving a bakery, a sack thrown over his shoulder as he departs the store onto a settled path.
Out of arrogance however, Clark musters up his own strength as his rolls his arms back and pushes his chest out as he makes his way towards an already flustered Ethan, despite Logan's warnings not too.
Clark: (Jumping up to slam a hand down upon Ethan's back) "Hey bro!" he calls out.
Ethan drops his sack, loaves of bread falling across the path as he tilts his head towards Clark, his face falling with great envious despair.
Ethan: "What do you want Clark?"
Logan: (Joining the two as he takes Clark's shoulder) "Maybe another time Clark?"
Clark: "No . . . No, we can do this now"
Clark moves from Logan as he steps closer to Ethan who takes the sack into his hand, placing the loaves back inside.
Clark: "Why the obsession then kid?" he laughs intimidatingly.
Ethan: (His frown turning to disgust as he glances at Clark) "Obsession?"
Clark: "Yeah, come on bro, it must be some sort of fetish to go for the Orphan"
Logan: (Shaking his head) "Clark!"
Clark: "Oh back off Logan, you think the same. How its filthy to be all up on that dog"
Ethan: (His hand trembles) "Don't call her that"
Clark: "What? A dog . . ." Clark laughs, beginning to bark at Ethan.
Ethan however doesn't refrain from using his anger after already being flustered. He takes hold of the sack of loaves, throwing it into Clark's chest which knocks him back.
Clark: (Dropping the sack) "Oh, you wanna' do this?"
Clark takes his fist, closing it tightly as he swings for Ethan only to miss. Ethan quickly takes a stance by throwing his knee into Clark's chest as Clark repeatedly throws several punches at Ethan's face, some of which connect. However, out of the rage Ethan manages to take the upper-hand as Logan watches from the sidelines, watching as Ethan takes Clark by his shirt and kicking him down to the ground, Clark falling into the dirt as Ethan rises back up, wiping his bloodied nose as he takes his sack of loaves back.
Ethan: (Regaining his breath) "Stay down, dog"
As he walks away, Clark sits up in the dirt, only to turn to Logan who frowns in disappointment.
::Scene Two::
Further into town, Skye sits in a small Cafe awaiting Ethan's arrival who enters with his sack of loaves, a worried Skye noticing his minors injuries from his altercation as she gestures for him to sit.
Skye: (Taking her hand upon his face) "Oh my god, who did this?!"
Ethan: (Chuckling) "Who do you think . . ." His eyes rise to Skye as she shakes her head.
Skye: "Bastards . . . who're they to judge what you do?"
Ethan: "What did we expect?"
Skye frowns, taking her hands into her own as she sits across from Ethan. Her mind leaps back miles as she drifts into her Coffee, unaware of her thoughts overwhelming you.
Ethan: "So . . . are you going to tell me why you brought me here?" he laughs along.
Skye: "Yes, I- uhm I guess I will"
Skye pulls out her phone, showing Ethan a picture of Renee, Susan, Brea, Logan and Clark all in central park the night of their planned downfall of Venelope.
Ethan: "Whats this?"
Skye: "I know, I know. It may just be a picture but please do as I say. They're planning something Ethan and it's going to be bad. Really, really bad. I don't know what but I think its to do with the Dance on Friday, if the rumors are true and you're taking Venelope then take care of her. Do not let her out of your sight, they're planning to break her. Even at the cost of us" she explains with great care.
Ethan takes the phone from Skye, bowing his head as he takes himself into his own hands after hearing the information.
However, across the street Renee sits upon a bench as Susan and Brea join her, both of them sitting on opposite sides of Renee.
Brea: (Squinting her eyes) "Is that them?"
Susan: "Of course it is! Who else would it be?"
Brea: (Gasping) "Did you hear about Clark?! Apparently Ethan and him had a fight"
Susan: "You just told me idiot"
Renee: "Oh for fucks sake, will you both shut up. Yes I know, yes I know everything and yes it's them. This just proves that we're going to have to do this by any means necessary. Even if they get in the way"
::Scene Three::
Elsewhere, on the outskirts of town in his small cottage Alex remains silent in his corridor holding a tray of warm soup in his hands. His eyes look empty and sorrowful, motionless and intimidated to enter his weakened brothers room upon the day that his aid, Ian is off. He hesitates with great prosperity until his hand takes in the door-knob into his palms. He breathes out silent air, turning it to the forceful movements of machinery, wired up to Jackson who lays in discomfort, his eyes pulling open as they look seemingly glued together. He smiles, despite the pain. He attempts to untangle himself despite the struggles. Yet he seems delighted in the wake of his brothers company.
Jackson: (Struggling to move) "A-Alex" he smiles
Alex: (Nodding despite his slow movement)
Jackson: "Please, d-don't be scared"
Alex places the tray down, taking his brothers back in support as his arms fold back, placing him upwards in a position fit to eat. However, Alex looks solemn upon Jackson's state. A tearful Alex trying to maintain a little presence as Jackson prepares himself to eat, not noticing his brothers despair.
Jackson turns his head, his few hairs falling from his scalp as he shakes his hand for the water beside his bed.
Alex: "Here" he panics, taking the water into his hand as he helps Jackson use it.
Jackson soon finishes, coughing up whatever remains in his lungs and chest, whether that be saliva or blood or vomit. Alex sits. He ponders as Jackson sits with the tray upon his bed, looking at the pain Jackson continues to move in.
Alex: "Does it hurt? . . ." Alex glances down as Jackson frowns.
Jackson doesn't answer as he reaches out for the spoon. His face tells all as his pale skin seeps with dark blue, his veins running thin with blood that doesn't resource the entire bodily functions. The two brothers remain together, both pondering in their own pity and sadness.
::Scene Four::
Addison sits quietly in her own unphased world in a darkened room lit by candles.
Her eyes light up in the candlelight as furniture phases in and out of the darkness multiple times.
The candle flickers whilst Addison links her hands. She prays. However, she prays for herself rather than others. She prays for escape and solitaire rather than guilt and enclosures.
Addison's eyes remain upon the candlelight as baby furniture seizes in and out of the darkness behind her. She weeps, holding a small bible infront of her as the name 'Thomas' remains written upon her worn out bible infront of her. Her hand consistently remaining ontop.
::Scene Five::
However, just across the street Venelope awakens to the smell of a brewing feast. She gazes upon the sunlight that seeps on through, oblivious to the righteous acts being committed against her by the many that despise her. She throws her clothes onto herself, fixing her hair into a short braid before aligning it upon her shoulder.
In her dress, she takes the handle bars as she slowly walks down the stairwell into the dining room where a cautious Jade plates the dishes.
Jade: (Entering the kitchen with a gleaming smile upon her face) "I'll be back!" She sniggers.
Venelope chuckles, taking her seat.
Jade: "You got that reference?!"
Venelope: "Of course, everyones watched the Terminator atleast once"
Jade: (Placing the finishing touches to the breakfast) "You're happy aren't you?"
Venelope: (Lying) "Yes. Of course" she forcibly smiles.
Jade: "Good. I just wanted you to know that your safe here. You're my daughter. I won't ever let anything happen to you, not whilst your living under my roof. No, that won't happen. I promise you Venelope"
Venelope smiles, noticing a change in tone as she takes her cutlery.
Venelope: "Thank you, Jade" her eyes wander, turning to her food before her phone vibrates.
She opens her phone to see a text, a text from Ethan as she smiles.
At this moment Jade also receives one, the pair opening their phones to read them.
(Venelope's Text):
Ethan: Hey! I was wondering if you'd allow me to buy you a dress for the Ball this Friday? x
(Jade's Text):
Unknown: If you want to discuss her safety, meet me Friday at 8 at the Vinepool Parking Lot.
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Next Episode: "Unprecedented History"
Leave your comments below and give me your thoughts on the season so far!
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Where will Alex & Jackson's story go from here?:
Who is 'Thomas' upon Addison's bible?:
What will happen to Venelope at the Dance?:
Who texted Jade & what will they do?:
Once a small girl, Venelope rests quietly under several long sheets as she hears cackling and mighty thuds coming from behind. She cowers in fear, her mind churning at every constant movement. Her hand however trembles considerably, reaching out as she pulls the sheet towards her face, only her stone cold eye seeing out through small cracks to see two figures standing before her in a doorway. Her mother and her father.
She jilts forward, throwing the sheets over her head once more as feet shuffle towards a petrified Venelope. From beyond these defenses, the shadowy figure of a hand begins to press down upon her throat only for her to jilt forward out of panic.
(End of Flashback)
As she jilts forward, her hand throws itself into Jade's chest who falls beside her bed in a slump. Venelope's eyes widen, petrified in her own state of sweat as Jade climbs up to her feet.
Jade: "What ever is the matter?!" Jade questions with great concern as Venelope shakes her head.
Venelope: (In a state of shock) "I'm so sorry, please let me help!" she pleads in fear.
Jade shakes her hand, declining the offer.
Jade: "Is something wrong Venelope?" she states once more as Venelope's eyes drag down.
Venelope: "No" she lies, Jade noticing her solemn attitude as she accepts this answer.
(Flashback)
As Venelope awaits at a side road passing alongside Main St. in her former residence, she watches in a small gown as cars drive by with her hair hung low and grey dust within her hair. However, as many pass by in the rain eyes draw to her white gown that blows in the wind. Red specks of liquid dampen in the rain as all eyes seem to behold the sight. Many tears run down the young girls face as Venelope shivers in the cold breeze until an elderly man and woman offer their aid before the entire residence rejoices in their efforts to aid a frail Venelope.
(End of Flashback)
As Venelope heads out for School, Jade remains home in her own clutter coming to an understanding of Venelope's odd behavior. She ponders in her own lounge as piles of her belongings rise up around her until her cellphone vibrates infront of her. Her eyes turn with great sadness, coming to an understanding of the source for her adopted spouse's change of behavior. She reaches out, taking it into her hand before dialing a number. A voice beckons her name with great delight on one end until a firm Jade replies with great discomfort.
Outside, Venelope departs into the street to find Addison awaiting her arrival dressed in a short black corset as Venelope welcomes her.
Addison: (Cheerfully) "Did you manage to give my notes to Mr. Kizler yesterday?"
Venelope: (Frowning at the thought of Mr. Kizler) "Yes . . . he got everything"
Addison doesn't notice Venelope's sadness as the two girls continue forward, Venelope's disdain and lack of interest being apparent.
(Flashback)
News Reporter: "Two bodies were found at the former residence of the Hanson family in the early hours of the morning, Police reports state that they're treating this as a homicide and suspects are currently limited. Neighbors and friends of the family have shared concern for the daughter of Barbara and Elliot Hanson, Venelope who's left the crime scene covered in bruises and blood, some of which is her own. After a day in the care of forensics and police custody, it has been stated that Venelope was a victim of sexual assault during this encounter. As for Barbara and Elliot Hanson, nothing is known as of yet"
(End of Flashback)
::Scene Two::
In Central Park of Raindale, Renee swings peacefully upon a swing set as Logan awaits near a set of tree's her long hair blows against her crisp skin, her succulent smooth brown skin shining in the light. From beyond the tree's her eyes glance towards Susan and Brea who arrive alongside one another.
Clark: (Appearing beyond Renee as he curls his arm around her waist) "You ready?"
Renee: (Smiling gleefully) "Lets go" she sniggers, taking his arm as they approach the group.
As Renee and Clark simultaneously march towards the group, Skye eventually joins up, delighting Renee who approaches her friends.
Susan: "Thank god we're all here, I've been dying to do this all week"
Brea: "No you haven't, I had to remind you earlier"
Skye: (Rolling her eyes in dismay)
Logan: "What do we do then? You said you had a plan? . . ."
Clark: "Slow down guys! Yes, we've got a plan . . . Something that'll send that Orphan bitch well away from here"
As Renee takes out her notes she notices Skye's eyes linger among the group, frowning Renee turns to Skye as she takes a stand.
Renee: "Something to say Skye?"
Skye: "Not here Renee . . ." she insists, noticing Renee's will for confrontation.
Renee: (Chuckling) "Don't tell me your going soft"
Skye: "I said not here, why do this? She's done nothing to any of us and your treating her like trash"
Clark: "She is trash!"
Susan: "The trash stole the man I wanted, thats more than enough reason to hate her!"
Skye: "Shut the fuck up Susan, all you've done is constantly bitch over a man who doesn't like you. Your obsession is scary and your desires to be some polyester bitch is not working. Take off the fake tan, take off the lashes and those extensions and be something natural. Perhaps then you'll find a man willing to be with you for more things than just sex"
Brea chuckles as Skye continues, turning to Renee.
Skye: "And you, look what you've become. I don't want no part in this. This is sick. Whatever your planning, whatever your doing I suggest you stop before you burn yourself too. Look around Renee, this group isn't as big as it used to be. You lost Phoebe, we lost Mark and we've lost Jackson. You're now risking losing me along with Ethan if you do anything to Venelope. Leave her be Renee!" Skye pleads, only to ignite a flustered Renee.
As the group fall silent, Skye's eyes move fiercely across them all, nobody saying a word other than Logan change in stance. He leans his arm alongside a tree with his head bowed in shame, the guilt of their actions succumbing to him as Renee chimes.
Renee: "Then so be it, you're no part in this. I'll accept that. You've been a friend of mine for many years and I won't force you to be part of something that you're not willing to be in. However, this WILL continue Skye. Next week . . . at the Halloween Ball"
Skye: "What are you doing Renee?"
Renee: (Burning her notes as she takes Clarks arm) "You'll find out . . ."
::Scene Three::
As Venelope arrives at school, she looks up to the clocktower that strikes the hour.
Every chime she shivers, her eyes being thrown from side to side until Addison pokes her arm.
Addison: "You have a visitor" she laughs, snapping Venelope from her trance.
Soon enough Addison departs, leaving Venelope alone in the grass as Ethan approaches her with her charismatic smile.
Ethan: (Charmingly) "Hello . . . Venelope"
Venelope: (Her eyes still firmly upon the Clock-tower) "He. . .llo"
Ethan: "You okay freckles? You seem out of it" he asks, waving his hand infront of her.
Venelope: (Glancing down at Ethan before smiling) "I'm fine. Yes, right now I am fine"
Ethan: "Wonderful . . . I've been meaning to ask you a question"
Venelope: "Really? What is it" she asks politely as Ethan chuckles.
Ethan: "Everyone is taking a partner to the ball next week, I just wondered if you wanted to be mine . . . I understand if you don't want too but then I'd be stuck with Susan Sherman and I can't stand the girl, besides wouldn't y- . . ."
He pauses at the sound of Venelope's voice.
Venelope: "I'd love too" she accepts his offer, reaching out infront of her as her blue eyes shine.
Ethan: "Well . . . Venelope Hanson, will you let me show you to your class?"
Ethan holds out his hand, a blushing Venelope taking it proudly as Ethan slowly escorts her inside, their arms interlocked as they enter the building.
(Flashback)
Inside of the Hanson household, Venelope sits in her bed, her eyes fixated upon a puddle of red liquid running along the wooden floor of the rat infested house. She refuses to move, her eyes remaining dull as people come and go. Letters come through her door, neighbors stop by but no answer comes of it.
Eventually she rises, her white gown covered in drying blood as she steps over the corpses of her mother and father, her father hanging from her bed as her mother lays across the room sprawled out as her eyes remain still. Venelope begins to depart, closing the door on her dark past.
(End of Flashback)
::Scene Four::
Further into the day, Jade pulls up alongside a small Cafe on the Main st. of town. Her eyes quiver as she see's the figure in the window she has come to meet, turning her eyes around to see Nolan's car parked behind hers.
Upon her entrance she approaches the cashier to order her coffee only to be called through a silent whistle from Nolan who gestures to a warm cup already awaiting her.
Her eyes flicker, regaining her composure as she turns to the table he sits at, lowering her bag and taking her seat, resting her arms upon the marble table as she sighs heavily.
Nolan: "I must say, it came as a surprise when you called me this morning" he mocks her.
Jade's eyes glisten in the shining light of the roaring sun that seeps through the window as she controls her emotions.
Jade: "Three days ago I warned you of a significant problem we now face. This young girl, a charming, desirably smart young girl, Venelope is my responsibility. I had your promise that nothing would come in harms way of her but you lied, you lied and that girls sealed off. What. Did. You. Do. Nolan"
Jade's arm tightens, her hand wraps itself along the edges of the table as Nolan sniggers gently.
Nolan: "You're a brave woman Jade, from some pop culture referencing geek to some badass sex symbol who is no push-over. Damn. Why couldn't I have this" he licks his lip.
Jade: (Her stomach churning at his sick ideology) "I warn you again, if and when, and I mean when I do find out what this girl has been through I will kill you with my own bare hands. What you did to me you can do twice over, but bringing a fifteen year old into this. That's sick. Even for you Nolan"
Nolan reaches over, taking her hand before turning it over to reveal several scars along her arm.
Nolan: (His voice becoming deeper) "And do I need to welcome back the weak, bitter little girl you once was. The one girl who felt like nothing, the one girl who I made feel like something. I didn't do anything to you Jade . . . I made you what you're so you can thank me for making you this way. This, this is power" (Pointing out her scars) "You were weak and you released that pain, I owned you and still do. These prints are my labels, these scars are your reminder that everything you do, everything you love and everything you own is mine. Venelope is mine"
Jade swiftly takes back her arm, leaning in towards Nolan scolding him with her piercing eyes.
Jade: "I'd rather be dead then see that girl be yours"
Jade takes her stand, taking back her bag as she departs from the Cafe, leaving in sight of numerous customers as Nolan remains on his own, taking his Coffee and continuing his own sneering towards a determined Jade.
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Next Episode: "I am Yours. You're Mine."
Leave your comments below and give me your thoughts on the season so far!
Thoughts Upon the Episode?:
What happened in Venelope's Flashbacks?:
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What is Renee planning?:
Thoughts upon Venelope accepting Ethan's offer to the Ball?:
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Episode Three: "Life Is No Longer Pure"
::Scene One::
Within her newly founded home, Venelope sits parched over a table as she reads through several riveting books. The day's morning bloom shines bright through the windows as she sits in her own deep trance. From behind however, stands Jade who solemnly looks down upon Venelope as she holds two circular plates, ready for their morning breakfast. As she watches from behind, Venelope remains oblivious to her presence. Jade seemingly cannot bring herself to move, but with heavy lifting the dimples on her face stretch wide as a forceful smile reluctantly appears upon her face. Her smile gleams, placing down the plate infront of Venelope before taking her seat. She remains perplexed unknowing of what to say and how to say it.
Venelope: "It's a pleasant morning today Miss Crow"
Jade remains seated comfortably as she takes her cutlery and begins to pull apart her bacon.
Venelope remains quiet, her face drooping as her anxiety rises at the chilling silence.
Venelope: "Miss Crow?" she beckons once more, Jade still remaining quiet.
Venelope then hinders herself with a great pause, taking her own cutlery and beginning to eat herself. The unbearable silence being unwelcome to timid Venelope in her own mind.
Meanwhile, in another part of town and a small secluded estate, Ethan's house stands tall. Despite not being part of the wealthiest family, the Durant family holds much heritage and thus he lives in a secluded area. However, inside it remains deathly. No air within the white walls. The brightness illuminating the darkest of nights all whilst Ethan sits alone in his single room. He spends much of his time on expensive hardware, the latest gadget or devise and embroils himself in his own reality. However this only lasts for so long, the house remains bare, nobody in-sight as his parents remain away leaving Ethan alone, in his own endless nightmare.
::Scene Two::
As Venelope departs from her home, Addison prepares for her own departure with her bag slung across her left arm preparing to head to school until her mother's voice beckons to her from a far. Addison sighs as her home remains ignited by candlelight.
Mother: "Your leaving?"
Addison: (Breathing heavily as she drops her bag, starling her own mother)
Addison: "I have school. I must . . . I will" her voice deepens.
Her mother's eyes grow wider, watching her daughter tense as she slowly steps back. She holds her hands close to her chest, praising her Lord Jesus & Savior, chanting Addison's name several times as Addison firmly takes her bag and departs from her home.
Outside, she pauses. Calmly, she intakes the air around her. She smiles for once, a small comparison to Venelope who stands just across the street smiling over. The two girls share a brief exchange as Addison steps out into the street ahead, the two girls once again smiling at eachother before Venelope speaks out.
Venelope: "I saw you at the introduction ceremony, I didn't realise you lived so close!" she chuckles.
Venelope: (Notices a slight discomfort in Addison)
Venelope: "It's already . . . I'm the same too. I'm Venelope by the way" she greets herself.
As the two share their brief encounter, Addison greets herself before Venelope offers her hand as the two join one another on their way to school.
Elsewhere, on the small farm overlooking Raindale, Alex awaits in his small cottage as Ian departs from his brother Jackson's room, he welcomes Alex with a warm consolation before taking his side.
Ian: "There's no escaping it . . . You have to face it" he pleads to an isolated wreck which stands before him.
Alex refuses, shaking his head as Ian pleads to him. However, during their brief debate the wheeziness of Jackson's room fills the bristle air in the corridors, heavy choking and gurgling can be heard from beyond the door as Ian ends his plea's.
Inside the room, a frail voice can be heard through the regurgitating and heavy breathing. Ian's eyes glance down, gesturing for Alex to move forward into room even if he declines. However, a frail Alex shows disdain, unable to move without Ian's guidance as he takes Ian's arm to his side as the pair walk in together.
Inside the room, a horrific sight to behold. Alex's brother, Jackson bedrest in a filthy bed, feaces and his own vomit spread across the bed sheets, all but a few chunks of hair left upon his flaky scalp. Alex pauses. His eyes show envy and remorse but his head screams in anger. His love for his brother reaches new mounts as Jackson's hand rises.
Jackson: (A small oxygen mask covering his mouth) "A-...Alex" (Coughing perversely)
Alex: (Unable to glance down at his solemn brother as he turns to the window)
Ian: "Alex . . . Please"
Alex: "I can't, not like this"
Jackson screeches in pain, heavy coughing takes place as he reaches out for his brother, the loud machines in his room churning as white smoke vaporizes in the air above.
Jackson: "Alex . . . You're still my brother. Please . . . just takes my hand" he pleads, holding his hand out firmly.
Alex turns his back, seeing Jackson reach closer as skin falls from his lifeless hand. Alex's brave eyes stand tall, turning to Ian before looking back once more at an envious Jackson before declining his brother's plea's. He takes his stance once more, proclaiming dominance in an act of cowardice before departing.
Alex: "I'll bring you your lunch" he informs Jackson as the door closes upon them.
::Scene Three::
As the school day begins, classes commence. However, this Friday Morning several students are absent.
Mr Witton: "Renee Covington?"
Mrs O'Connor: "Clark Marwood?"
Mrs O'Connor: "Has anyone seen Logan Friar?!"
Miss Hennessy: "Durant? . . . Where are Susan and Brea?!"
As word gets around of the absent students, Principal Nolan Kizler calls out for a shining star, the only attendee from the group is Skye Marquez who entices herself in her English Literature classes but not for the right reasons. She looks cheerful and happy, declaring victory for her future rather than take account of what is occurring now, refusing to be part of Renee's and Clark's antics. However, when a voice-over calls her name to Principal Nolan's office her face falls cold. Her eyes light up in cold, bristle anguish as she timidly slides her belongings into her bag and hands her notes to her teacher. She smiles, but only for a moment before departing.
Elsewhere, Venelope takes hands of Addison's notes, she smiles at her newly founded friend as they arrive at her class.
Addison: "Shoot, Principal Kizler wanted these handed into him. You wouldn't mind would you?" she asks politely.
Venelope: "Certainly, I'll take them to him right away, I'll see you after school!" she smiles delightfully.
As she sets out, she enters a long corridor towards a door reading 'Principal Kizler' she bravely takes hand of the door knob, swiftly opening it to find a secretary and three seats, over only one has an occupant as Skye Marquez sits quietly, her bag clinging to her two fingers as she awaits outside the office. Venelope enters the room and heads towards the secretary who gestures to one of the seats alongside Skye, Venelope frowns thinking of Skye's associating to Renee and Clark before settling down.
An awkward silence falls over the two girls as Venelope's head sways, holding onto Addison's notes for Principal Kizler before Skye turns to her, watching Venelope drift off into her own reality. She smiles at the intake of self indulsion.
Skye: "You're a funny one aren't you?" she giggles as Venelope stops, becoming embarrassed.
Skye: "Oh no, no. I'm sorry I actually quite like it. Someone who can escape and be with themselves"
Venelope bows her head before speaking to Skye.
Venelope: "I saw you with those girls, the one who laughed . . . the ones who commented about me"
Skye: "And they'll continue to do so. However, if you're going to remain here you cannot allow them to win. I know what bitches they're and how vile they can get but I'm not like that. We're no longer in a world where life is pure, we have people like them coming in and out of our lives looking for destruction but what do we do? We move forward. You cannot let them bring you down because of who you're. You're an Orphan, so what? You have the reason why you're what you're and nobody else does. If they knew what you had been through I'm sure the sly comments and all the bitchiness would end, but allowing them to make comments and you showing signs that it affects you will only make it worse"
Skye ends briefly as Venelope smiles.
Venelope: "Thank you . . . I didn't think anyone liked me here"
Skye: (Chuckling) "Really? You should see Susan! She's so threatened by you"
Venelope: (Confused) "Me? . . . But why?"
Skye: "Ethan, Ethan Durant? The boy who keeps trying to speak to you. He isn't mocking you Venelope, he genuinely cares. I don't know why, I don't know how but he does. However, your previous experiences is not allowing you to see whats really infront of you" Skye explains.
Venelope blushes, scrunching her hand against the notes resting on her legs.
Skye: (Nudging Venelope with a declaring smile) "Not bad for an Orphan girl ugh?" she laughs.
However, as the two girls exchange their laughter Principal Kizler enters the room, noticing Skye but then turning his sights to Venelope with a smile upon his face.
Principal Nolan: "Oh girls . . . what a surprise"
Venelope turns to Skye with a grin still upon her face, only to notice her disdain and fear as her eyes jilt down. Skye stands as she quakes in her shoes, stepping forward to Principal Kizler before he beckons for Venelope too.
Principal Nolan: "Come on Miss Hanson, you too"
Venelope rises, following the two behind as she enters his office to see Skye stood infront of his desk, the door closing behind the two girls as she takes a seat on the couch in the corner.
Principal Nolan: "You take notes now won't you sweetheart" he states, patting Venelope on the forehead.
Principal Nolan: "You'll be next"
He walks beside Skye, placing his hand on her waist before taking his seat opposite her.
He smiles briefly, his eyes escorting themselves down her body before Skye drops her bags to the floor.
Principal Nolan: "Good girl" he bravely states, watching Skye swell with tears before him.
Skye reaches for her top button of her shirt, starting to undress herself before him as Venelope sits quietly in the corner. Her eyes widen, fear growing within her as voice beckon in her head.
(Voices):
???: "You did this! You watch, when he gets home you're in for it"
Venelope: "No please . . . Please, I beg you"
???: "It's too late. I'll enjoy this one tonight"
(The voice end)
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Next Episode: "Fear Hear"
Leave your comments below and give me your thoughts on the season so far!
Thoughts Upon the Episode?:
Why was Jade so cold to Venelope on this particular morning?:
Why are Addison's parents so afraid of her?:
Will Addison & Venelope's friendship last?:
Thoughts upon Alex refusing to come to terms with his brothers illness?:
Will Jackson survive his illness?:
Where were Clark, Logan, Renee & The Twins?:
Thoughts upon Skye's interaction with Venelope?:
Will Venelope confront Ethan now she knows the truth?:
Thoughts upon the scene between Principal Nolan, Skye & Venelope?:
