Empire High Blood Lies ( fanfiction of the Empire High Series)

I'm Going Home

Brooklyn's POV

I can't believe Isabella is dead! Killed because she had finally taken things too far. Her death set up by her real father. Turns out she was never my sister, but instead a product of the affair Patricia had with a made man from a rival family. All of this has, of course, increased tensions back in the States. I'm not the same naive girl I was 11 years ago. I know what my Daddy does, what Chris and Felix do, and what Carter's inheritance will be. I know my Daddy tried to keep me away from his legacy, the same way he kept my Mom out. But when my uncle passed away, and Isabella came after me, he realized it was safer to bring me in, train me to become a true mafia princess, and my Daddy's heir. I've spent the last few years learning family politics, how to handle a gun, how to throw a punch, or a well placed kick. Even so, when Chris and Daddy said they had something important to discuss with us, I never dreamed it would result in Felix and I being on a plane headed home. That's right, we're headed back to the States. We're going home. Well, in a way. Felix and I aren't officially going home. The plan is to show our faces, not necessarily as ourselves. After all, Brooklyn Pruit died 11 years ago. But Chris and Daddy want to see what my "ghost" being seen around town might stir up. With Isabella's death and Patricia's secret coming to light, the unrest between the families is at an all-time high. Chris and Daddy feel now is the time to act. So here we are on a plane. I already miss Carter, but I know he's safe and happy at home with Felix's parents. Felix reaches over and takes my hand. "Brooklyn, I know you probably have a lot going through your mind after the conversation we just had with our Father's, but there is something we need to talk about. The reason your father left right after the meeting with us is that he's meeting with Matt to tell him the truth. About you, Carter, that we're married and why. He's going to tell him everything. Your father knows you never got over him and if he can prove he's grown into a man who deserves you, your father will give both of you his blessing once this mess between the families has settled down." "What? Felix, what do you mean he's telling Matt?" She's so pale, as if she really is a ghost. I knew this would be a lot for her to take in. "I mean, tomorrow night, we will be attending the Caldwell Halloween party. Matt will be there, and sometime prior to the party, your father will have told him the truth. Since we will be in costume, it will be up to you if you want to approach him in any way." She just sits there, looking at me in shock. "Brooklyn, are you alright? Say something. You're scaring me!" For the first time, I'm having doubts about our fathers' plan. How do they expect Brooklyn to be able to do this? "Felix, why in the world would my father think he should tell Matt any of this? He's putting him right back in danger. I don't understand!" She looks like she's going to be sick. I pull her to me in support. "Your Father is giving Matt this chance to prove he's strong enough to stand by you in this life. He can keep secrets when needed and play his part. He's going to have to continue acting the way he has since you left. He can tell no one that you are alive and especially about Carter. Even if he recognizes you, he is under strict instructions not to approach you. I just know you, B, and I know that even in costume, your heart will recognize him, and how can you possibly be expected to stay away? So I wanted to prepare you and let you know I understand. You know I care about you and only want what's best for you. So when you go to him like I know you will, remember the role you are playing and also how much he may be hurting after all the things he's learned. So tell me now, do you think you can do this?"
Matt, I'll be in the same room as Matthew Caldwell for the first time in over 10 years, AND he will have been told the whole story. He knows I'm married to Felix. Omg he knows we have a son! He knows about Carter. He's going to hate me! He'll never forgive me, even though I did the best I could to keep all the promises I made him. Even though he thought I was dead, my heart never let go of him. "I need a moment, Felix. I promise I'm going to be ok. Just give me a bit to wrap my head and my heart around everything." "Okay Brooklyn. We have another hour until we land. I'll be here if you need me or have any questions. "Thank you, Felix. You truly are my best friend, and I'm so grateful to have you here." Tomorrow night, I'll be seeing Matthew Caldwell, who probably hates my guts. BUT what if he would hear me out? What if he would understand I was a 16 year old girl who was in way over her head and did the best she could? Do I take a chance? Should I approach him and see what happens? My heart says yes, but my head isn't agreeing. I feel the tears on my cheeks. Matthew Caldwell. I don't know whether to hope I come face to face with him tomorrow night or hope I won't recognize him.

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Felix's POV

I know she's afraid Matt won't forgive her, that he'll hate her. But what she doesn't understand is there is no way in hell Matthew Caldwell can hate her. He may be upset, understandably, but he's getting a second chance with someone like Brooklyn and a chance to know their son. No matter what, I'll be there for her, whatever happens, however she needs me.