(Dan's Pov) (earlier today)

I walked to go find Phil. I passed the animal cages. I brush the hair out of my eyes as I scanned the area. Nothing. "Why is he never where I think he is," I sighed. I heard the sound of heels and without looking I said, "Hello Ring Master."

I felt her arms wrap around me from behind. Her long black pointed nails pressing into me. "Daniel, sweetie where have you been. I've been waiting," she said playfully. I rolled my eyes and said, "We got a little surprise. A little Minx is running around. Wanting to join our family." She quickly let go and I turned around to see her glaring at me. I prefer her when she's serious. Less of a pain.

She bit her lip. Like she was debating on how to word her sentence. "I assume you got this under control," she said crossing her arms. "If she runs I will deal with her like the others. She's seen too much. Don't worry. Plus we needed a new ballon girl," I informed her and she looked unconvinced, yet she shrugged and said, "perfect. I like this town. It's such a pain to move more than once a year. Keep an eye on her." She hissed looking almost in rage. "I'll personally keep an eye on her," I agreed. Unfortunately it seems I didn't have a choice. She put her arms around my neck. "But remember that you also have to watch me; my darling," she smirked. I took her hands off, I looked into her eyes leaned in and whispered in her ear, "I don't belong to you; remember." I walked away.

The voices of guests could be heard from outside. It's almost show time and I can't find Phil. One by one the others pass me, rushing to get their acts ready. I stopped to see that girl and Phil having what looked like a moment. They were standing in front of the children's cage. I didn't know why; but when he touched her I felt my blood boil. As I got closer I heard them speak.

me. "I guess I am," She whispered. "Don't worry; you make broken look beautiful," he smiled lovingly as he laid a hand on her shoulder. I walked closer to them and Phil waved at me. "Dan!"

((Y/n) Pov)

They talked quietly before Phil joyfully strolled away. I looked at Dan who looked almost angry with me. "What did I do?" I thought avoiding his hypnotizing gaze. "Listen to me, we have a show to do. Don't get in the way," he said harshly before walking away. I was scared, but suddenly I found myself saying things that I didn't know I was saying. Like the words were leaving my mouth on their own. Like a broken tape recorder. I called after him, "how are you broken." I instantly regretted it.

He stopped and I felt a sickness in my stomach. He smirked as if he was almost amused. "I was used more than a knife in a kitchen. Now I'm the one holding the knife," he said before continuing towards the stage. I stood then unable to tell if I should follow or stay backstage.

Everyone was so articulate. I would watch, but I didn't want to get in the way. Louise was about to run passed me, but stopped. She smiled at me. "Hey, did you want to join me in my routine?" She asked excitedly. "Uh I'm not that flexible," I said nervously. "It's ok. You don't have to be. All you have to do is roll me away like a ball. That's the finale of my act. It'll be fun," she smiled. "What if I get recognized?" I asked. "Oh yeah..... um I guess you can't. I'll see ya later then," she said before running away.

I guess I can't do much. I joined a circus with no talent. Everyone asked me to help but were all let down by what I couldn't do. I peeked out when the children took stage. There were 6 of them. The four from the cage and two others. They must have been kidnapped first. They sang and people clapped they loved it. It was all fun and games till one of them ran...