Time Is The Key To Everything

Chapter 12: Held

Author's note: James' POV on the loose.

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I felt myself being picked up. I looked at Gelo who was the one that picked me up. I started to squirm in his arms, not wanting to be helped at the moment.

Yes, I did not feel the best but I just wanted everyone to think I was fine and healthy, like I did. Gelo huffed out a frustrated sigh and put me back down on the floor of the bathroom.

I rested my head against the wall as Gelo looked at Cassidy, needing advice. Cassidy just shrugged, not knowing what to say.

"Brother, you need to go lie down, not sit in the bathroom all day." Cassidy mumbled. I crossed my arms, not wanting to listen. Just then, the door was flung open and in came Faizan. He had a huge grin on his face.

"Josh is here now! This is amazing, right?" he asked. With that Faizan left, not even waiting for a response. I scowled, letting my arms fall to my sides.

This is just great. Now Josh is here, could my day get any better? NO! My day just keeps getting worse as it goes on. First, Carl is here and now Josh is here.

I then heard a yell in Greek, much angrier than Faizan's. Now Mavridis was here, how great! I ran a hand through my silver hair, letting out a soft groan.

"What should we do with him?" Gelo asked Cassidy. Cassidy let out a soft sigh.

"We could ask Paul to help us take him upstairs." Cassidy suggested. I was in shock, no way am I letting him touch me. "Maybe Carl would help too." That was when I was done listening.

I bolted up in to a standing position which got me shocked look from both Gelo and Cassidy. I ran out of the bathroom and the house, heading for the woods. I heard chirping beside me.

GIlbird just woke up and is now following me. That brought the slightest smile to my face.

I felt my stomach turning as I entered the woods, ice cold sweat running down my cheeks. I avoided trees and branches as I ran in a sprint, not slowing down at all.

I was not going to take the chance. I ran to a river and collapsed beside it. I looked behind me to see that if anyone would come a good sixty feet in to the woods they would see me.

I let out a grunt and crawled in to the shadows, pulling my legs in close.

Gilbird settled on my shoulder, burying himself in to my neck. I held my breath as I heard leaves crunch, someone was approaching.

Seconds later, I saw Gelo, standing in front of me. He looked all around for me. Finally, he let out a huff and moved onward.

I let out a sigh, thanking my little brother for moving onward because I felt as if I was going to puke my guts out any second.

I took in light breaths, trying to calm down my rioting stomach. It felt as if my stomach was going to explode. I was shivering like nuts.

I did not feel great but I thought I was fine so everyone else should think so too. I closed my eyes, my stomach finally calming down.

I thought that I was safe, that no one was going to come here. I wasn't going to take the chance though; Gelo shouldn't be too far from my hiding position.

Right then, leaves started to crumble. My eyes shot open, looking around for someone. Cassidy was now standing right in front of me; She just hadn't found me yet.

My chin was now resting on my knees. I was watching Cassidy's every move, hoping she would just move on and leave me alone. All I wanted was to be left alone.

Instead of Cassidy moving on, she looked right at me. I bit my lip. Great, now I am discovered. I watched as Cassidy stepped towards me and knelt down, a smile on her face.

"Finally, I found you. It took me a while but at least I found you." Cassidy said. When I didn't answer her, her face got that concerned look I have seen way too often. "Are you alright?"

I let out a sigh as Gilbird finally came out of my neck. He tweeted at Cassidy which got a small smile out of her.

I was still shivering like you could not believe, my stomach was now starting back up with feeling terrible, and now I had ice cold sweat running down my face.

Cassidy's face was full of worry. Maybe she'll just think I am a tree and she was mistaken, so she will move on. The only problem is she knows I am not a tree.

"James Tuvera, answer me" Cassidy demanded. She used my name, now I can tell she is getting really angry. I do not want to risk the chance of having her chase me with a frying pan.

I met Cassidy's angry stare, she wasn't exactly angry…she was more upset that I would not answer her question. Cassidy started to come forward, little by little.

I scooted backwards, hoping she would see that I want to be left alone. Cassidy then reached forward and caught my cold hand in her warm one. I pulled my hand out of her grasp.

I felt my whole world spinning.

"Cassie, please leave me alone." I begged. Cassie gave me a sad look, tears rolling down her pink cheeks.

I felt tears forming in my eyes but I shook my head frantically, getting the tears to go away. Cassie let out a sigh, brushing a stray strand of hair out of her eyes.

"James, I can't leave you alone. I must help you. You are a friend and I don't leave friends in the dust to fend for themselves." Cassidy stated. I felt my stomach turning, much worse than before.

I rolled my eyes at what Cassie just said. We may be friends but at points in times, she acts like I am her enemy.

I let out a breath of relief; she did not see me roll my eyes.

"Come on, James." She took my hand once again, pulling me into her arms. I got out of her grasp, refusing any help. I landed out in the light.

Gelo noticed me and Cassie as she came out of the shadows.

He joined us seconds later. "Brother, are you alright?"Gelo asked. I was about to respond as I started to puke once again. I heard Cassie let out a sob.

Once I was finished I sat back, feeling terrible. Cassie pulled me in to a hug, along with Gelo. I was now in a hug with my beloved brother and the girl I love.

I just wish I could feel better. With that final thought, I blacked out in my brother's and Cassie's arms.