*Roman POV*

About another week has passed. It's the beginning of April. 

"I'm going to check on Virge," I say.

We're walking home from school, and I just have a feeling a should go see him. Logan's aunt's house is a slight detour from mine, but only by about 10 minutes. 

"Ok, tell us when you get there," Patton says.

I nod.

"Will do,"

10 minutes later, I'm knocking on her door.

"Hello?" She asks, opening the door.

"Hi, I'm here to see Virgil," I say.

"Of course, of course," She says, "Come on in. He's in the second room upstairs on the right,"

I nod.

"Thanks," I say.

I go upstairs and see Virgil. He looks almost peaceful if you ignore the angry red marks and bruises all over him.

Some time passes and I get up to leave. But when I'm at the door I hear a voice.

"Hey there, Princey,"

I whip around.

"Hey, Hot Topic," I say, my face breaking into a smile.

"Where are we?" He asks.

"Logan's aunts," I say.

"Why?" He asks.

"Well, you were kinda almost dead and she's a doctor," I say.

A look of realization crosses his face.

"Oh yeah," He says, "Remind me to never get kidnapped again. It's not that fun," 

"Really?" I say sarcastically, "Well, I'm going to tell Pat and Lo you're up,"

They'll probably kill me if I don't. I pull out my phone and text them.

*Virgil POV*

Everything hurts but not as bad as before. Roman leaves the room for a moment and I close my eyes. I'm really, really tired. And I definitely want to kick Jason right where it hurts. Physically and emotionally. 

I must have fallen asleep for a few minutes because the next thing I know, I'm waking up to a near tackle hug from Patton.

I blink slowly, trying to remember everything that's happened in the past however long it's been.

"Kiddo! Ohmygodyourealrightiwassoworriedimneverlettingyougethurtagain!" Patton shouts, talking so fast his words blend together.

"Patton, give him some space," Logan says.

I give him a nod of thanks as Patton releases me, finally allowing me to breathe again. Which still hurts, I think my ribs are bruised. They might not be, as I feel like everything is bruised.

"Right, sorry," Patton says.

"So how are you feeling, Virge?" Roman asks.

"Eh. I've been better," I say, flopping back onto my pillows, "Oh and everything hurts,"

They all look a little worried and I curse myself for saying that. Because now they're upset and Patton's going to be even clingier than I anticipate.

"I'll go get my aunt," Logan says, walking out of the room.

He comes back a few minutes later with a woman, who I assume is his aunt.

"Hello," She says, "I'm Doctor Smith. How are you feeling?"

"Eh. Really sore," I say.

"That is to be expected," She says, "From what I've seen nothing is broken, but you're badly bruised and your foot and hand are sprained," 

That would explain the throbbing feeling.

"Does your head hurt at all?"

"Not really, just a small headache,"

"Logan, can you get him some water?" She asks, turning to Logan. 

He nods and rushes out of the room. He comes back a minute later with a glass. I sit up and he hands it to me. I gulp it down and my headache fades.

"You're going to be on bed rest for a while, at least until your ankle heals up. It was the worst," She says.

I nod.

"Thank you," I say.

Doctor Smith nods, and she leaves the room. After she closes the door, I turn to the others.

"So what the hell happened over the past however long?" I ask.

They all share a look, and Roman starts to explain.

*J-Dee POV*

"I don't care how he got away, or about the stupid authorities! It was you and Jason's job to keep him in there, and you failed! You. Are. Fired," She says.

I pale. 

"What about Jason?" I ask.

"He's a newbie. You weren't. Get out now," She says.

I nod and leave the room. I always wanted to be free of that witch, but not like this. Not this way.

"Hey, Re," I say, seeing him at the front door.

"Hey JJ," He says, "What did the boss want?"

"She's not my boss anymore," I say.

"Oh. That sucks," He says.

"You think so? Cause I thought it'd be wonderful to spend the next four years being harassed and broke," I say.

"Aw, do you want a kiss to make it better?" Remus asks.

"I doubt it will but sure," I say

---

Maybe this won't be so bad. I still have Remus, after all. But nobody else. But I kinda expected this to happen. I was nice to Virgil while he was in captivity and I let them escape. But little does boss-girl know, she's given me an opportunity. I can take her down and reveal her. Virgil might even work with me on it if he's desperate enough for revenge. Which I hope he is.

*Virgil POV*

A few days later and I'm back at home.

"Hey Virgil," My mom says, walking over to me as I enter, "I know I don't say this a lot, but I love you,"

"Love you too, Mom," I say.

She smiles and I try not to wince. My ankle is killing me.

"And I have some news," She says, "Your father got a new job, we're staying here at least until you graduate,"

"Middle school or high school?" I ask.

"High school!" She says.

I smile. For the first time, I actually get to stay with my friends. And I couldn't have gotten such great ones here either.

"Awesome!" I say, "I'm going to go take a nap now,"

I go upstairs and flop down on my bed. I look around my room. Everything's a little dusty, but I notice my stress ball is set down on my dresser, along with a little note.

If you ever want to get back at the people who were behind what happened to you, call me

-J

Revenge sounds great, but I don't want it. Just ignoring Jason will damage his pride enough to satisfy me. I'm don't want to get back at him, it'll only lead to more trouble. 

Don't know what to say here. I hope you enjoyed reading, feel free to leave any thoughts or feedback in the comments, and have a spectacular day/night you magnificent peep!