Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 00:00:45 -0700 (PDT)
From: Darrin Thomas <darrinjthomas@yahoo.com>
Subject: Dylian Book II Chapter 16

Dylian Book II
Chapter 16


	Morning arrived faster than I thought.  Miles' housekeeper came
over to help Patty make breakfast for everyone.  When those two appear
together in the kitchen, they stir up a storm!

	It surprised me to see Dakota giving a hand this early.  I wondered
whether the women realized who the girl was.

	"Well, Good Morning, Mr. Thomas!  I am surprised you're up at this
hour!  Coffee is on the table, decaf in the blue craft, regular in the
red."

	"Thanks, Helen!  By the way, call me "Mister" one more time, I
shall give Donnie a five pound bar of Hershey's chocolate!"

	We knew full well the boy would eat the whole amount, causing him
to bounce off the walls for hours.

	"Yeah, right, Drew, I suppose you wouldn't do exactly the same to
watch the action!"

	Chuckling, I started to chat with my niece, while I poured myself a
cup of brew.

	"So, Young Lady, I expected you to be in bed!"

	"I couldn't sleep.  I'm too nervous!  I fear they won't like me.  I
wasn't a model kid growing up.  Suppose they saw my file, they would run
for their lives!"

	"Sweetie, it ain't going to happen, they shall love you from the
get-go!  And, speaking of your past, well, we all have one, I bet you most
of them understand much more than you think!  Relax, act naturally..."

	"Oh My God, Bless My Sole!  Dakota is Even's sister!  Sorry, Drew,
I just got it. I will keep my big mouth shut."

	"It's alright, Helen. I intend to reveal everything after breakfast
anyway.  We wanted to tell my nephew first."

	"Darling, welcome to the family!  For so long, I dreamed they would
get me a girl to look after!  You know this is far better than giving
little Donnie chocolate!"

	Everyone, other than the young miss, started laughing at what, plus
how, Helen said it. I explained,

	"Sweetie, my nephew always dreamed of having a brother And a
sister.  He should go ballistic, when he meets you.  Relax, everything
shall be fine!"

	After one half hour, Bradley and Hanna arrived.  My little gramgirl
ran straight to me, bear hugging, then sloppy-kissing, me on the check.

	"Grampa, your face is all scratchy!"

	"Yes, I am sorry, My Angel, I had no chance to bath this morning.
Tell you what, you hang out with Dakota, while I get ready.  I'll come
back, feeling soft, the way you like!"

	Embracing her a second time, I handed the imp over to Even's
sister, amazed at the ease with which the teen took to the tiny
three-year-old.  My eldest busied himself, cramming for a test. I enveloped
him from behind. I advised my son to relax, stating he would do great.
Next, I performed the three S's: I shit, I showered, I shaved.  The moment
the water hit my body, Dylian busted in, shouting,

	"Daddy, sorry for interrupting, but Simon is crying, and I can't
help him!"

	"It's okay, I'm glad you told me.  Give me one moment!"

   	Hurriedly I dried myself, put on my robe, after which I rushed up
to my boy's suite so I could determine his problem.  When I knocked, I
received no answer.  Hence, I slowly opened his door, calling out,

	"Simon, are you alright?"

	 I heard muffled sobs coming from the bathroom.  I tapped, again no
reply.  My concern shot up, so I entered.  I found my adolescent on the
floor laying in an awkward position.  I thought his legs gave out, injuring
himself, therefore I asked,

	"Sweetie, please tell me where you hurt?"

	With tears streaming down, he pointed to his left thigh, then his
eyes.

	"Darling, did you fall?"

	My teen shook his head no.  I knew it would take all my strength to
pick him up, yet I needed to put my child in a more comfortable place.  So
bending, I gently wrapped one arm behind his neck, the second under his
knees. I lifted my son up, carried him to his living room, before I laid
him down on his sofa.

	Next, I fetched his computer, for him to explain what happened.

	{}I am sorry, Dad, I have a bad cramp in my left leg, plus a
horrific headache.  I thought a shower would take care of my pain, it
normally does, but not today!{}

	"How often are you getting these migraines and charley horses?

	{}Well, I always wake up with a throbbing head, on the other hand
this is my first muscle spasm.{}

	"I shall call your Aunt Debbie to come over immediately!"

	I grabbed the nearest phone, ringing up Mile's house.

	"Hello, Edward's residence, may I help you?"

	"Donnie, its Uncle Drew!  I must speak with your mother right
away!"

	"Oh, hi, Uncle, hold on.  Mom, Uncle Drew."

	"Hello, My Friend, what's up?"

	"Debbie, I need you NOW!  Simon has experienced a great amount of
discomfort, which is worsening by the day, would you check him out?"

	"Coming!"

	Not knowing if I should give him anything, I didn't.  Instead I
placed a heating pad on his left leg, hoping the warmth would soothe him.
Seeing Dylian stand in the doorway, I waved him in, before I stated,

	"Little Prince, please bring me a pair of your brother's
shorts. Sweetie, will you be alright for a few moments?"

	My suffering youngster nodded, after my little one fetched some
silky sports shorts, I helped my child slip on.  I told my cellist to stay
with his sibling.  I rushed to my bedroom, dressed, then I raced toward the
kitchen.

      "How many times have I told you boys not to run in the house!"  Patty
yelled.

      "Sorry, but this time it's an emergency, Simon is not doing very
well!  I need a glass of orange juice, plus a cup of coffee."

      Dakota poured me the cold drink, at the same time I got the java.

      "Oh, Dear!  What troubles him?"

      "He experienced severe cramping in his bad leg and a throbbing
headache!  The Edwards will arrive shortly.  Sweetie, show them in, when
they get here."

      "Sure, Uncle Drew!"

      I rushed back upstairs, being careful not to spill the drinks. Upon
arriving, I saw the sweetest scene.  My nine-year-old cradled his sibling's
head in his lap, he slowly stroked his brother's face, as he gently hummed
the suffering youth's favorite piece.  From my vantage point, it appeared
my nearly sixteen-year-old slept.  Putting down the liquid refreshment, I
took a seat across from my sons to await the arrival of our guests.

        It seemed like an hour, but probably was only ten minutes, before I
heard someone run up the stairs.  Even rushed into the room and stopped
cold in his tracks, with his mother arriving right behind him.

      "Okay, everyone out, I need to take a look at Simon!  Wait in the
hallway!" the doctor ordered.

      I intended to protest, until I saw the look on her face.  Even her
elder son kept quite.

      Putting my arm around the teen's shoulders, I guided the youth
outside.  I sent my musician downstairs, so he could update everyone.

       Shortly thereafter, Debbie materialized, wearing a worried
appearance.

      "Drew, I am concerned about my nephew's leg, I think he might end up
with permanent muscle damage, we must act right away.  Set up an
appointment with Brett about his headaches, I believe they're due to his
eyes.  I gave him a powerful painkiller, he shall come in a few
minutes. Lead me to the coffee!"

      Even rushed to his boyfriend, while the rest of us went to the
kitchen.  What a sight we found on our arrival.

      A dining room setup by Patty, with the help of the youngsters. Enough
food awaited a small army of starving soldiers!  A cute Hanna sat on her
Daddy's lap `helping' him study.  Miles was there with two waiting cups of
coffee.

      "Uncle Drew, are the love birds joining us soon, so we can eat?"
little Donnie asked.

      "They should be here soon. We need to wait on them.  Is your hunger
that great?"

      "No, but I don't want to arrive late at school.  I have a big project
due.  I mustn't let my partner down!"

      "I'm impressed by your responsible attitude, Buddy!  Nevertheless,
this is a very important breakfast for us all!  I will get you to your
class, even if it means flying you there by helicopter, as well as speaking
with your teacher!"

      Talking to the little fellow, calmed his fears.  In addition, my
mention of our special get together thrilled him.  At this point, even my
second-in-command became excited.  Moments later, my son, with the help of
his boyfriend, materialized.  I requested the ladies to serve the remaining
food then join us

      Everyone enjoyed eating, plus talking.  Once finished, I looked at my
niece.  I gave her a wink, she acknowledged with a nervous smile.

	Using my knife, I tapped my glass, before I said,

	"May I have your attention?  Thank you!  I asked for your presence
at this special gathering to welcome a new family member, Miss Dakota Jayne
Gordon.  Even, this beautiful young lady is your older sister!"

	The expression on my nephew's face was priceless: He looked as if
he were about to pass out!

	"Hello, Lil Bro, it's great to finally meet you!"

	Arising, the teen rushed to his sibling, then he hugged her.  An
instant later, he burst into tears.


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