Innocent Boy: Season 1

Chapter 4: The Nightmare

When Brady got home, he and his parents talked in his room about how amazing he did in the talent show and everyone was delighted to see him perform his role.

Hugo: Brady, you did amazing in the show! Me and your mom are so proud.

Brady: It's because of you, mom, and Brennan that I did so well.

Hugo: It was all you. A lot of people liked your performance.

Brady: Also I recently had a math test and I got a 100!

Hugo: Omg that's excellent! You're so smart after all, Brady.

Christa: Have you ever thought about the subjects you are interested in, darling?

Brady: Art is my favorite. I like to draw all the time...But I like other subjects too.

Brennan: He tried to get Brady's attention. Hey Brady, can we play?

Brady: Sure, Brennan!

Brennan: Yay! I love playing with you.

They decided to throw and kick a soft ball at each other and Brady was super gentle and went easy on Brennan while they played together. During dinnertime, the maid served them delicious meals.

Brady: Hmm....so good.

Hugo: The cooks always prepare delicious foods.

Brady: I can't wait for school tomorrow because I really wanna see my friends...

Brady: Renee is the only girl I talk to and pity she's not friends with any other girl.

Hugo: Oh wow...So she's only friends with you, Keeran, and Isaiah?

Brady: Yeah...she also cheered for me during my performance.

Christa: Maybe you can invite her over here someday.

Nighttime came and it was time for Brady to be tucked in bed. His mom kissed him goodnight on the forehead and she walked out of the room with Hugo to put Brennan to sleep too. As Brady slept, he had such a weird, unpleasant dream.

Out of nowhere, he found himself standing outside in the middle of a place with hotel buildings, cafes, and stores and many strangers were around him. Then a really tall, black haired man with blue eyes, pale skin, fairly good looking wearing a red ring on his finger and aristocrat clothing appeared before him with two other men. When that man saw Brady, he stopped walking and was so happy to see him. He looked a bit like a vampire. It was Stefan and his friends Kade and Roger.

Brady: He thought to himself. Huh, where am I? Who are they?

Stefan put on a creepy smile on his face as he approached Brady.

Stefan: Hello, little boy. Are you lost?

Brady: What are you saying? I'm not lost...

Stefan: You seemed to be looking for someone...Let me help you.

Brady: He tried to smile. No thanks. I can look for my parents and brother myself.

Stefan: I know where they are. You shouldn't wander alone. It's dangerous and please follow me. He extended his hand to Brady.

Brady: Really? You do?

Roger: Yes, little boy. You can trust us. We are here to help you.

Brady: Maybe you're right. I shouldn't wander alone. I'm Brady by the way.

Stefan: What a nice name for a boy like you.

They wandered around in the alley around the carnival and pretended to help Brady look for his family while they're actually trying to kidnap him.

Stefan: So, Brady...Can you tell us some things about your little brother?

Brady: He's the best brother ever...His name is Brennan.

Brady: He came to watch me at my school performance with my parents.

Stefan: I bet you did great in the show and many people clapped for you.

Brady: Thanks...I'm so hungry now. My family was going to take me to a restaurant.

Roger: We can take you to the restaurant instead...

They head inside the restaurant and Brady tried to search everywhere for his family, but still there was no sign of them.

Brady: Hmm...I still don't see my family here. I'm wondering where they could be...

Stefan: That's really strange...We can continue to search for them afterwards.

Kade: I think it's better for us to eat now.

Once they were sitting down near an open seat, they looked at the menus. Everything looked so exquisite and seemed expensive for a kid like Brady to order.

Stefan: So what do you want to eat and drink, Brady?

Brady: I'll just have some water and some simple appetizer. I don't want to order anything too expensive.

Stefan: Don't worry about me spending too much. I can buy you anything you want.

When their dish was served, they ate and Stefan decided to ask Brady more questions again.

Stefan: I'm sorry for being curious, Brady...But how are you doing in school?

Stefan: What's your favorite subject?

Stefan: Are you getting along with other kids?

Brady: I'm doing great in school....

Brady: My favorite subject is art and I really like math too.

Brady: I get along with some kids, but others talk bad and make fun of me a lot.

Stefan: What did they say to you?

Brady: That I'm a loser and annoying...But I never listen to them because I have a few friends.

Stefan: And what do your parents say about those kids?

Brady: My dad tried to tell the principal about it.

Stefan: He thought to himself. It's your fault other kids are mean to my son, Hugo.

Brady: I have to use the restroom...I'll be right back.

When Brady walked away, Stefan put on a creepy smirk and took out a small bottle of "medicine" and poured it into Brady's drink that would make him drowsy once he drinks it.

Stefan: He said to himself. This will surely put him to sleep.

When Brady came back, he drank his glass of water and started to feel a bit dizzy. He struggled to keep his eyes open and fell asleep. Once he did, Stefan picked him up in his arms and headed out of the restaurant with Kade and Roger after paying for the bill.

When he woke up, he was inside a dark, cold house. He got really confused and frightened.

Brady: He thought to himself. This is nothing like my home...

Stefan and his friends noticed that Brady was awake.

Stefan: With a creepy smile. Hello Brady...I know you're confused but this is your new home now.

Brady: Why did you bring me here? I thought you were going to help me find my family...

Stefan: We are your family, little Brady.

Stefan: You don't have to think about anyone else and I'm your real dad.

Kade: Stay with us, Brady. Don't leave....

They tried to get closer to him.

Brady: Towards Stefan. What do you mean you're my real dad?

Brady: You tricked me...You all just tricked me.