For the first time ever, I didn't press on the snooze button. Somehow I am actually excited about this case so I got up pretty quickly. I am going to get hands on experience on a legit case. I thought to myself, as I got ready. I put on my black jeans with a decent a black collar shirt so I can look a bit professional. Dress to impress I said to myself and then I strengthen my hair, like a million times to get it to the perfect hairstyle. I am also meeting up with Phil.
I had panic at the disco playing loudly in the background with my phone. I grabbed my earphones and plugged them in and headed my way to the Bus Stop. I don't want to be late for my first case so rushed to the bus and made it just in time and sat next to an elderly woman who seemed to be falling asleep. How can she be so calm? I felt too jumpy and nervous to even sit still. Calm down I told myself like a million times, as we got closer to the destination. Sutter's Mental Institution for Children, I didn't think I would ever be inside one of these places again.
I am here, I walked inside the building and notice Phil was already there waiting for me.
"Good Afternoon Phil, I hope I am not late or anything' I looked at the clock that was hanging on the wall.
"You are actually here 5 minutes early, that's pretty cool! Let's go, I will give you a tour and introduce you to some kids that are here with us," Phil held open the door and let me go inside first. I took out a notepad to take notes on certain details I was supposed to be looking at.
First impression of the place was that it was very big yet it was very clean and organized. Everything seems to be in order. There was no sign of dust or dirty old stains. It was bright since the windows were open and you can feel fresh air coming in meaning it was well ventilated and it didn't feel stuffy inside. Usually these places make people feel sick and trapped, but I can tell they are trying to do the opposite of that and it kind of works. The receptionist is a nice lady and gave Phil a nodded when he introduced me and told her he was going to take me inside for a tour.
"This is the main lounge where kids and even staff members can hang out together. There is always supervision in this area to make sure nobody is fighting or bullying anyone. We don't want to deprive the kids from social contact so we try to let them have normal friendships. As long as kids are being nice they can spend a lot of time here. To the right, those are the main faculty office, which includes the boss's office, the nurse, and a few classrooms where we have classes to teach kids about different type of topics. I actually have a class later if you want to stay for that, you are more than welcome." I threw that out there hoping he will stay for a bit. Show him that I am not as useless as I seem.
"Maybe I can stay for a bit, then." I want to see Phil in action I thought to myself.
The tour went on and I finished taking notes and interviewing a few staff members and finally I was done with my job. It was time for Phil's class and I decided to stay and watch him. I followed Phil into a classroom where there were about 15 kids. But then the most unusual thing happened.
"Hey, It's Dan!!! I haven't seen you in forever, which is weird because you are always with Phil!" Where have you been Dan? I missed you!" A little voice then finally spoke up. I froze. Who just said that? How do they know my name? Maybe she overheard? Then a girl about 5 years old came running to me and hugged my legs. Awww she is adorable.
"Darcy? Phil finally spoke up and went next to Darcy, who seem really happy and was looking at me and waiting for a response. "Who told you this was Dan? "Phil looked confused. I guess he wasn't the one who told her.
"My mom! Who else? We see you guys on the Internet all the time, with cat whiskers! Darcy responded with confidence. I could see Phil was having a hard time replying to her so I decide to step in.
"Of course you do!" I spoke up." Me and Phil are like best friends!" I didn't want to tell her she was wrong. I felt mean doing that so if she wants to believe that me and Phil are on the Internet with cat whiskers, then let it be." I saw Phil smile at me and I could see him whisper Thank you. I smiled back.
"Darcy you are stupid, you are making that up, just like your make up mom. You have no family, you were abandon remember?" A boy around her age then bursted out of nowhere.
"Jason! Don't say that! That's a mean thing to say to other people!" Phil directed his attention to Jason, who was currently sticking his tongue out to Darcy. "Stop that and go sit down on your seat" Jason then went back to his seat looking satisfied with himself.
"Darcy Don't...." Phil started saying but changed his expression to concern when he turned to see her. "She is going to have an attack." he whispered to me and sure enough seconds later Darcy started crying and screaming. She started to say things like "I don't remember anything. Who am I? Where am I? Someone help me I am scared." She seems legit terrified and confused. I felt so bad for her. She was okay, just a few seconds ago!
Phil ran to her and hugged her tight. Afterwards he started to sing a song he probably made up "Shhh, You are Darcy and you are the sweetest girl in the world. Your favorite color is pink and you like pink roses. You also like to draw and are very talented at it. Please don't cry anymore, it makes me sad, I rather see your smile that can bright up anyone's day" He also started rocking her. You can tell it was slowly working as she wasn't yelling anymore and her tears stopped coming down. It melted my heart to see them. The way he gently reminded her who she was. The way he didn't show any signs of being weird out. The way he was simply just gentle with her in ever way possible. I felt like crying. It was so touching. He would make a great dad.
"Thank you....Phil?" Darcy said as her eyes were closing. She was falling asleep in Phil's arms. But before she fell asleep, she tiredly looked at me and said " Sorry, I guess I mistaken you for someone else. I am a little crazy sometimes" and with that statement she fell asleep.
Phil stood up with Darcy in his hands. "Hey guys. I am sorry I have to put Darcy to her bed so I will be canceling class today. I am sorry, we will meet next week, okay?"
"Awww, but this is my favorite part of the week," some kids complained.
"I am sorry" Phil replied then he looked at me. " I am so sorry this happened, Dan. She has Amnesia and Multiple Personality Disorder and sometimes believes she has a mom and makes up stories in her head. Come with me to put her in her room, yeah?"
I followed Phil silently to the other side of the building where all the rooms were.
"You know what's weird thought? She got my name right. She called me Dan and I thought that was a bit scary yet cool at the same time." I suddenly broke the silence.
"Yeah, I noticed, I thought her theory was pretty cool to be honest. "Phil then put Darcy to bed and went ahead to report the incident to a nurse so she can check up on her later.
"Uhmm... sorry I didn't expect that to happen. Usually the class is productive and they seem to enjoy it" I could see Phil was trying hard to sound confident.
"I believe you! They all seem to be intrigued" I was intrigued, but I wasn't going to admit that. " You handle the situation really well, good job" I patted his back. Shit PERSONAL SPACE DAN!
"Haha, thanks!" Phil giggled.
Out of nowhere Mr. Robb appeared and took us by surprise. "PHIL!!!! There you are! I have been looking for you everywhere! We are having trouble paying off some bills so I decided to do a fundraiser event. A Bake sale! So I am asking all staff members to bake some goodies and we are going to be selling them next week. I will be counting on you to bring something ok! Well, I have to go byeeee!!!" Mr. Robb then rushed out and headed to his office.
"He can be weird sometimes. I don't even know how to bake. Phil seems to start thinking out loud.
"I can bake and I am down to help you" I blurted out without even thinking about what I was saying.
"YES!! Please do! Come to my place and we can bake together" Phil seems to be happy about this idea.
"Yeah sure, no problem" I smiled at Phil.
SHIT SHIT SHIT I HAVE NO IDEA HOW TO BAKE, WHY DID I LIE????? WHAT AM I GOING TO DO??? I AM GOING TO GO HOME AND WATCH SOOOO MANY YOUTUBE TUTORIES ON HOW TO BAKE. STUPID DAN OMG.
I said bye to Phil and went home to actually watch tutorials because I don't want to make a fool out of myself in front of Phil again.
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Cursed Alternative Universe (Phan)
Fanfiction"This is the most fun, I have ever had" "The whiskers come from within" "Don't cry, craft" These simple sentences bring us so much happiness and joy but what if a simple action turned everything around and Phil never met Dan Can fate really do suc...
