Three days passed fairly slow. Every day there was a time that Danny appeared in front of your window with a sheepish grin. You always opened the window to shoo him away. Luciel took this punishment quite serious after all. As the last day ended and the alarm rung, signalling the new, punishment free, day, you jumped out of bed and put on a pair of black jeans and a moss green shirt and a darker green blouse over it.

Once downstairs you quickly ate and drunk tea from your favourite mug. It was the biggest mug that was found in stores. Luciel's eyes followed you around the house as you grabbed your stuff. "You seem eager" he stated. You looked up at the two emerald orbs and a smile appeared on your face. "That's cause I get to see my friends again" you chimed. Luciel arched a brow, "even that goth girl?" you nodded, your smile faltering slightly, "her as well. But she is nice when Danny and Tucker are around". Luciel hummed in response and followed after you to the door. "Careful" he warned. You turned to him, slightly confused but gave a smile to reassure him you were fine. "I'll see you tonight" you said before leaving out of the front door. Another smile made its way to your lips as you saw a familiar figure standing on the pavement in front of the house. "Good morning Danny". Said boy looked up and returned the smile, "Morning (y/n). How does it feel to be released from prison?" he smirked.

Stopping next to him you elbowed his side grinning, "reluctant to go back to society life. Good to feel free" you summed. Danny chuckled, "don't blame you". He started to walk and you took the spot next to him. Your eyes scanned the surrounding wondering if Tucker and Sam were somewhere close-by, or maybe a bit further away, closer to their houses, waiting to meet up. "(y/n)?" Danny's voice interrupted your thought and a dreadful feeling filled your stomach, it wasn't good when someone started a conversation with your name. You turned to face him and noticed his mischievous expression had turned serious. "Before three days ago, before the time that we met up, did you knew Vlad already?" a mix of doubt, anxiousness was heard in his voice.

Doubting, despicable

You shook the voice off of your mind. "No, I just knew him from a few articles about one of the richest in the country, that's it" you said truthfully, the fact that he was a halfa did surprise you at the time of revelation, but looking back on it, it does explain his easily acquired wealth. There was a moment of silence where his icy blue orbs stared into yours, searching for possible lies, possible deception. A sigh of relieve rolled of his lips as his muscles relaxed. "Why the question?" you asked, in return looking doubtful. Danny looked like a guilty dog that trashed something as his eyes gleamed in the sunrise. "We don't know a lot and Vlad is a researcher and your body- well it gave reason for doubt for some" he muttered looking away from your eyes. "For some? Meaning you?" your voice was calm but inside you heard that other little voice.

Despicable distrust. Did he tell them about the scars? Did he betray you?

Danny quickly waved his hands in denial, "of course not! Well..." he looked away, "just a moment. But I believe what you tell me" he smiled sheepishly while his eyes were cast to the ground, "you may not say a lot but what you say has been the truth up till now".

You lie

A shudder went along your spine, a feeling of your stomach being strangled had your mind shaken. "I'm sorry" the words involuntarily left your lips. Danny looked up in surprise, "for what?" he asked, once again his voice turning anxious. "I...." you looked anxiously around, it felt as if every pedestrian, every driver, had their eyes on you. A nauseous feeling spread through your body and your head spun. Reaching a hand up to keep your head from falling of your shoulders you groaned. "Somewhere quieter?" you whimpered, your eyes searching through the moving scenery for those blue orbs. Danny frowned and put a hand on your hanging wrist. "School will start soon" he said, but seemed reluctant about it. "Please?" that was all the encouragement Danny needed to pull you away from the streets. He navigated you through the maze of alleys until a clear vision was sucked in by your eyes.

The rising sun was reflected upon the calm water where a young family of ducks quacked. The trees hid the lake from the awakening city and the soft hand holding your wrist was slowly loosened. You looked at the raven haired male who sighed and sat down. "Explain. And you better make it worth skipping" he said. The meaning of his words would be heavy, were it not for the disarming grin on his face that took a bit of weight from your chest. You dropped down in front of him.

Fingers fumbled with the end of your blouse, your eyes were cast on the dewy grass. It felt like hours, which in reality were mere minutes before a deep breath filled your longs with fresh air and encouragement. "I don't have parents". A bombshell dropped.

Danny looked shocked at you. His eyes revealed that he didn't know how to react, what to do or what to say. So you continued. "Well, I have them. I don't know them, I don't want to know them. My brother has been taking care of me for as long as I can remember. My parents.... Left me somewhere I'd rather not remember. My brother is related to me by blood, that I know.... Sorry my mind is all over the place" you apologized and took a deep breath. The strangled feeling from earlier slowly let go of your insides.

Bits and pieces

"Where...." Danny seemed to reconsider his question before he continued, "why did you lie about that?" "Because the world is easier when you have parental raising or approval in the eyes of strangers. The title 'Orphan' puts a label on you. It's something you can't shake off". Danny let the perspective sink in before he nodded in agreement, "how old is your brother?" "25". "What does he do to earn money?" you shrugged in response, you didn't know and didn't want to know, to be honest. Danny looked in thought, "I know I'm pushing the boundaries with this but I really want to ask" he said looking at you with those curious puppy eyes.

There was a sense of relieve to see those, it meant he was taking this in as nothing unusual. It was something he was able to accept. A helpless smile formed on your lips, "ask". Danny mirrored the gesture a tad more nervous, "did you receive the scars at the place you rather not remember?" your smile dropped instantly.

Danny looked in panic and frantically flailed his arms, "I didn't mean to make you upset or push any bord-" "Yes" you answered, your blue eyes hollow of any emotion. Danny stopped moving and frowned at your 180 degrees turn in attitude. The only thing in sight were the rustling grass blades and the black denim fabric of your pants. The memories of experiments flooding back, each scar burning with every memory until a warm arm draped over your shoulder. You glanced up with misty eyes to see a gentle smile. The hand on your shoulder pulled you towards him, having no other choice than to lean on him. "I'm sorry it hurts you so much" he muttered, his thumb drawing soothing circles on the green fabric of the blouse.

After taking a few, shaky breaths your mind cleared again and your body relaxed. "I should be apologizing for making a big deal out of it". The hand on your shoulder grabbed slightly harder making you look up. Danny stared down with scolding eyes, "for one, you are not making a big deal out of it, secondly, if you do there is a reason for it" he snapped. Your eyes widened and the lump in your throat cowered away at the tone. "S-" "Don't apologize" he demanded. A small smile tugged at your lips, your head finding a the perfect spot on his shoulder. "Thank you" you whispered content. He chuckled, his chest vibrating with the action, "you are welcome, now we should go to school... my parents are going to kill me" he groaned, realising skipping wasn't that good of an idea after all. It was worth it though. You chuckled, "want me to forge a sick note?" he arched a brow in questioned, "you can?" You gave a firm nod, "but can't do it too often or the absence will be under negotiation with the parents" you huffed. He grinned and ruffled your hair. "You are a saviour" he laughed. A big grin was spread on your face, "I am aren't I". Danny rolled his eyes at you, a playful grin still on his face. Your eyes met his.

There was a spark, making its way through every vein of your body. A warmth left in its wake and there was a certainty that your cheeks were adorned with a light shade of red. There was no embarrassment or discomfort paired with it as Danny had the same light red flush on his face. A moment felt like it lasted an eternity, his blue eyes never so enticing as in that moment, never knowing until that very moment that ice could look warm, how the orange light of the sunrise lit up his icy blue eyes. They seemed to grow bigger with the second, the soft sound of fabric rustling against fabric was something not heard over the pounding that filled your body.

Sparks released from your lips, your eyes closing to fully enjoy the sensation of something so soft, so gentle against your sensitive skin. A moment that should have lasted forever seemed an eternity too short when Danny pulled back and gave a sheepish smile which you returned. Your fingers intertwined and at that moment society didn't matter, the lab coats didn't matter, nothing did, except for the boy sitting besides you staring at the same water you were staring at. The warm feeling of his shoulder against your cheek and the warmth of his hands sharing with you.

It was a shame time didn't stop. As the sun rose high in the sky your stomach gave the cue to stop this and provide for some fuel. Danny chuckled and looked at you, "seems someone is upset with us skipping". "Oh you mean besides your parents and the teachers?" you wiggled your eyebrows playfully. Danny laughed and gave a weak punch to your shoulder, "you are forgetting my sister and your brother" he grinned. You rolled your eyes and crossed your arms defiantly, "like my brother will mind, he grounded me from school remember?" Danny laughed, "true, your brother is an exception". "You mean exceptional" you corrected playfully. "Exceptional in what way?" he asked curiously. "For one, I bet my brother can beat your sister". Danny rolled his eyes, "Jazz isn't exactly the kick ass type, she could probably beat him in brains if they were in the same period of time though" he said thoughtfully. You gave a reluctant shrug, "doubt it, my brother is really smart. Just like me" a playful innocent smile added to your mockery. "Oh then my sister will win, no doubt" he teased. "Hey! Are you calling me dumb?" a frown of indignancy on your face. "No, just not up to the level of the top student of Casper high" Danny stated matter-of-factly. "I bet I can be top student if I want" you huffed. "You failed 2 tests" he retorted dryly. "Cause I missed them!" you countered. "Fine, if you get the top score on the next test you are on par with my sister" he grinned. "That's not that interesting" you whined playfully while shifting to sit on your knees. "Then what do you propose princess?" he grinned.

"If I get the top score on the next then you will do something for me or answer something" you demanded. "Don't know what yet?" he smirked. You rolled your eyes, "yes, and vice versa" you said. His eyes widened, "anything allowed?" "Within the morals etc. but yes. You may ask anything of me" you said. "You make it really tempting to sabotage you so I can ask you anything" Danny groaned falling back on the grass. A chuckle left your lips bowing over the raven haired boy. "Hm, I doubt you will be able to" you said confidently, since all the information of high school was already inside of your brain. "Challenge accepted" a mischievous grin appeared on Danny's face as he held out his hand. You took it and gave it a firm shake.

Another rumble from your stomach reminded you the reason why the atmosphere had turned from romantic to comic. Danny chuckled in response and got up from the grass, patting the dirt of his pants and holding out a hand to you. A smile tugged at your lips while your hands reached out and he pulled you up. "What shall we do for lunch?" he questioned. "Let's go to my house" you concluded. He arched a brow in question, "won't your brother be bothered by the fact you skipped school with me?" "And why would he?" "Well.. from the last visit it was pretty obvious that he didn't like me" he said uneasy.

You rolled your eyes and hooked your arm into his. "Don't be a wimp, he will mind but won't do anything about it" you mused. Danny looked still uneasy at you. "He isn't at home so don't worry" you sighed, seeing Danny's tense muscles slack. It seems Luciel had a bigger impact on him than you had initially thought. Not that that didn't stop you from practically dragging him through the streets, to your home.