𝑵𝑰𝑮𝑯𝑻𝑴𝑨𝑹𝑬𝑺 𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑬 𝑻𝑹𝑼𝑬¹, 𝖽. 𝗉𝗁𝖺𝗇𝗍𝗈𝗆

Chapter 3-New

Danny's POV~Chapter 2

Once they realized what happened, both my parents tried to reach forward and check on Jazz but I quickly pulled her away, moving her behind me which apparently angered my parents because in an instant they returned to shooting at me, hitting my back over and over as I checked on my sister, cringing at the blood flowing from her head and chest. Ever so gently I checked to see if she was breathing and once I was positive she was still alive, I turned us both invisible and intangible before I lifted Jazz in my arms, bridal style, and fly us out of the house.

It wasn't long before my adrenaline rush wore off and I slowly began falling towards the ground and eventually landing practically in front of the school. As I gently laid Jazz down, I felt myself involuntarily change back into my human form as I checked on my sister, sighing in relief when I felt her heart still beating normally.

Deciding to get some rest as well, I laid down on my back and came close to my sister, holding her hand as I slipped unconscious, oddly hearing my name being called out as darkness came over me.

When I woke up again, I quickly became aware of the large room I was in and that I had been laid down on a large bed, completely different from where I originally fell asleep which was in front of the school. Then I became aware of my entire upper body encased in layers of gauze while it felt like I had been changed into simple sweat pants. Looking around the room, I was surprised to find Vlad sitting in a chair to the right of the bed while smiling gently at me. But it wasn't an evil smile he usually wore around me but instead, a caring and relieved smile.

Then I remembered.

My parents glaring at me with hate and disgust as they shot at me over and over again before Jazz moved in front of me and got herself hit as she fell into a lump before me. Wait...Jazz!

"Vlad, where is my sister?" I question firmly, making it known through my tone that I was not to be messed with.

I guess he could tell because he sighed lightly as he stood and sat down on the edge of the bed before laying his hands on my shoulders and pulling me close, causing me to tense at the unfamiliarity of what he was doing.. But when I realized he was simply hugging me, I couldn't help but find myself relaxing at how gentle this small action felt coming from Vlad who previously has been hell bent over making me his apprentice and at one point cloning me.

"Jasmine is alright. A little bruised up but otherwise okay. As for you little badger, you still need t rest and save up your strength so you can fully heal." Vlad informed me in a soft voice before letting go and slowly laying my back down. "Now, can you tell me what happened last night?"

"I...told my parents about me. They didn't take it all that well." I explained softly, looking up at the ceiling as I remembered the hate and loathing they had in their eyes. "Now can I please see my sister?" I question quietly and watch as Vlad stood up and left the room, only for Jazz to come in after a few seconds.

"Danny," she whispered before she quickly came over and sat on the edge of the bed, slowly pulling me up as she wrapped her arms around me. I couldn't help but wince in pain as she hugged a bit too hard. "Sorry." She muttered before pulling back and holding me upright by my shoulders, looking all over me with a saddened look. "Geez, why would mom and dad do this to their own son?" She questioned rhetorically and it was then that I noticed the dark bruises all over her collar bone and forehead near her temples.

"I'm so sorry you got hurt Jazz. I would never have forgiven myself if you died. I'm so sorry Jazz." I whispered as I felt tears slowly began flooding my eyes, threatening to spill.

"Don't dwell on the what if's and don't worry about me. I'll be fine. It's you that we need to worry about." Jazz assured softly before turning around to face Vlad who stood silently in the doorway. "Despite everything in the past, I am grateful for you saving my little brother. Thank you Vlad."

"It's no problem. But there is one...slight dilemma." Vlad began, causing me to tense at what this 'dilemma' could be. "When I found the two of you unconscious in front of the school, I wasn't alone. Lancer and I were talking about some things to help the school and he witnessed Daniel changing from Phantom to Fenton and demanded to know what had happened. So, I told him to stop by later today for an explanation." He explained indifferently and I sighed, knowing what needed to be done.

"He needs an explanation after everything that has happened. When he comes later today, I'll explain everything." I decided softly before glancing at my sister. "I'm going to get some more rest. Can you tell Sam and Tucker what happened?"

"Sure Danny. Get some rest." She whispered as she laid me down before leaving, closing the door behind her and Vlad, leaving the room in darkness so I could rest.

That's when they came.