Bloodlines

Act one

Warning:Long chapter.
Ames pov
When I woke up, I immediately noticed that something was wrong. I couldn't remember what happened before I fell asleep. Ok...I was in my car, going to a game? Or was it the store-no I went to the store already. Was I getting someone?
My thoughts were stopped when I felt something wet on my head. Was I bleeding? I couldn't tell. I didn't even look to see where I was at. When I looked, it was just a dark room, the only light source was the one over my head.
I tried to get up but couldn't due to the ropes that tied around me. Jeez, am I pregnant? But I can't be. I-I can't remember. What happened?
"Sleeping Beauty finally wakens." A deep voice said from the shadows.
That voice sounds so familiar.
The man stepped into the light,"Now I can toy with you."
Manta.
I remember now. Opal, Tulio, Alexandria! What happened?! Where are they?!
"Wait-"
I got a hard punch and kick to the face,"You think you could take my family from me?! *another punch* First my son, and then granddaughter!*round house* Now you had twins and took them away from me too!"
There was nothing I could do but get beat up. I knew that one day he'd find us and that I would pay for it. I've been like Lois Lane to Superman. I'm always being taken by him and Kaldur always comes and saves the day. At first I wasn't worried until i realized I'm at major risk. I'm pregnant and Manta's hidden the kids somewhere. This isn't good at all.
Once he stopped his attacks, I spat out a tooth. I took a deep breath,"Manta, where are my kids?"
"And why would I tell you?" He asked wiping my blood from his hands.
"Because we all know that Kaldur is coming to save me. As usual, you will lose."
"Don't be so sure, child. You've been out longer than you think and Kaldur has already begun to unhinge."
"What do you mean?" I asked as he circled around my chair.
"As I said before, you've been out, as in missing, for quite sometime. You-his beloved pregnant wife, and his young three children, gone without a trace," He stopped,"Its starting to get to him. You know, not getting answers. He's no where close to finding where you're at."
"Kaldur is fine. My husband is great in hostage situations and he knows how to keep his head cool."
"Not when it's his family's life on the line."
I could tell he was really into the conversation and caught him off guard when I kicked him.
"You pathetic, little witch! You're messing with the wrong guy," he said grabbing his knee,"I am the one pulling strings, I'm the one that decides your fate. You better watch yourself. One mistake and you'll be gone. And I was hoping for another grandchild."
"You'll not have this one, nor any of my children! Even if I die, Kaldur will never let you have them!"
He lifted his fist to my face,"You'd be surprise what stupid things Kaldur does for love."
I flinched away,"You won't win! Kaldur, my love, will find a way, he always does! It's the hero in him! He'll find us like always!"
"Not this time. I'm in a new location. Not related to any of the old hideouts I've been in. Kaldur has no idea what's about to happen," he began to walk away,"This plan is a guaranteed success and no one will ever keep me away from my son again!"

Opals pov
I believe we've been here longer than a week. I've lost count. There are no clocks and no window. This room is like a big cell but with one big bed and a toilet. With its cement block walls and heavy doors with big locks. We've tried to escape many times. We have no idea where we're at and who's taken us. We're being held in some sort of fancy cell and get fed garage. We don't see sunlight and haven't seen Mama since the accident.
I worry about her. Mama is pregnant and she's hurt. I often wonder if she's ok. If the baby is ok.
Tulio interrupted my thoughts,"Do you think Mama-"
"No. Mama's really strong and wouldn't let anything happen to us. She's probably on her way as we speak."
"You've said that already." Al whined,"I just want Mama and Daddy! I want to go home!"
Al got up and kicked at the steel door,"LET ME OUT! I WANT MY MAMA!"
Tulio got up,"Al stop before someone-"
The door finally open and man that looked much like Father, appeared,"Oh, my grandchildren!"
He got down to hug Al, but I smacked him away,"Stay away from us!" I grabbed my siblings and got in a protective stance.
"No, no please! Don't you remember your own grandfather?"
"You're not our grandfather." I said,"Our grandfather is Calvin!"
"That's what they've told you?" The man looked mad,"I'm your true grandfather! Kaldur'ahm's true father. Here to save you!"
Tulio came up beside me,"Then who's Grandpa Calvin?"
"Yes, I don't believe you." I said grabbing Al and Tulio, backing away slowly.
"As I said before, I am Kaldur'ahm's true father. Calvin is his stepfather. Kaldur has hated me ever since I revealed myself as his father. I am sad to say that I was not there in his childhood and this is why he resents me. This is also why you do not know of me. But children please believe me when I say I am your grandfather. Don't me and your father not look alike?"
They did look similar but it still didn't explain something,"how did you know that we were in danger?"
"Your father contacted me."
"Daddy is looking for us?!" Al said, speaking from behind.
Tulio spoke too,"Of course he is, without us his life is bland and boring-"
"But you said he resented you." I changed the topic back.
"Yes, but he needed all the help he could get. I was his last option."
"Even if what you say is true, I do not believe you."
Al and Tulio pulled me over,"This could be our chance to escape!" They said in unison,"We could find Mama!"
"Yes but you're not thinking about what could happen." I looked them in the eyes,"There could be bad guys out there and live just begun training. We couldn't stand a chance."
"So we just let Mama die?" Tulio asked.
"Mama can handle herself," Al crossed her arms,"What about us? What happens if we don't do with he says? I say we play along."
I nodded and then turned back to the man,"We need to find our mother."
Tulio jumped in front of me,"Yes! Mama is missing too!"
"Your mother is safe. She's been looking for you but since she was injured, she couldn't help look," the man said,"But your parents want you guys to lay low and stay with me."
"Why?" I questioned.
"Because, the bad guys that took you are still out there. And with Kaldur hating me, I'd be the last place to look. They figured you'd be more safe."
"But-"
He pulled out a phone,"They said you were a smart kid and I wouldn't get your trust easily."
I grabbed the phone and listened,"Hello, Opal. This is Father. Please go with your grandfather. Mother and the baby are fine. Tell Tulio and Alexandria to stay safe and I love them. Farewell daughter."
He hung up before I got the chance to speak to him. But it sounded like Father yet robotic...
"Let's go before they find us." The man said taking back his phone.
I reluctantly agreed and then we left.
I held my siblings hands as we ran away. To my surprise, they didn't snatch away. They must be scared. I prayed as we ran down the hall with this unknown man, claiming to be our grandfather. I prayed as we snuck past guards. For my sake, I pray that Mama is ok. That the baby is ok. I feel a tear fall. But something tells me we're in trouble.