Adopted by Vic Fuentes

Chapter Twenty Three (Jackson's POV)

I woke early the next morning and walked out of the house. It was nice of them to let me stay, but so much has happened. I felt like they needed a morning without me to process what had happened and to celebrate Jace coming home. I came across a park and sat down on a swing to watch the sun rise. As the sum came over the horizon, I felt a warm hand on my shoulder.

"Jackson....what are you doing out? And where is your phone?" I looked up to see Faith who was in her Pajamas and a black hoodie.

"Sorry. I wanted you guys to enjoy your morning as a family. I watch the sun rise every morning and I turned my phone to silent..." I said softly. I watched as she sat in the swing next to me.

"Well I'd like to enjoy the sun with you," She said with a smile. I never understood that she can be so happy so early in the morning. She's so perfect.

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After watching the sun rise, Faith and I walked back to the house in silence. We walked in and saw Danielle sitting in the kitchen. She quickly got up and ran to us, pulling us into a hug.

"Good morning kids!" Danielle happily exclaimed. She pulled away and walked to the table. "I made breakfast for everyone. Sorry I'm excited. I normally don't get up this early." I nodded and turned to go upstairs.

"I'm gonna wash my hands and wake up Jace before we eat," I said. I walked to Jace's room and knocked before stepping in. "Hey bud. How are you feeling?" I asked sitting on the end of the bed shaking him softly. Jace sat up and yawned. He looked like he hadn't slept all night.

"I'm fine. Breakfast already?" He asked. I nodded and stood up.

"Go wash your hands and I'll meet you downstairs," I said walking out and going to wash my hands. When I was down I went down to the kitchen and made my plate.

"Good Morning everyone," Vic said walking into the kitchen. He walked to Danielle and wrapped and arm around her, kissing her cheek. I smiled softly at them before looking at Faith who walked up the stairs. I sighed softly and took a seat at the table. I waited for everyone to sit. A few moments later Faith returned with Jace. They got their plates and sat down.

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After we ate, I walked to my room quietly. I sat on my bed before turning and grabbing my phone as it rang. It was not one that I recognized. What was even weirder to me was the fact that it wasn't even an American phone number. I hesitated before answering.

"Hello?" I asked softly. I laid back in my bed trying to think of who it could be.

"Is Jackson Mineo there?" A female asked. I didn't reply right away. My body felt heavy like a bag of rocks. I got a lump in my throat. Is this my nightmare coming true? Or worse?

"T-this is he. Who am I speaking to?" I asked clearing my throat. The female chuckled softly before replying.

"It's Mary. Your mum," My heart dropped. This is worse than a nightmare. This is hell. I could barely catch my breath let alone try to speak. It was quiet for a few moments. "Jackson, dear. Hello?"

"Yeah I'm here. Um.... I don't really think over the phone is how we should do this...." I admitted. I sat up and placed my head into my left hand.

"That's fine dear. I'm actually in America right now. I heard that you were here with your adopted father. I saw on the internet that you are visiting some girl. I can meet you somewhere over there. We can grab tea and I can explain things. I feel like I owe you that much. How does that sound?" She asked. I heard her sniffle which made me tear up. I sighed softly.

"Yeah that would be fine. I'll give you the information and we can meet up in the next few days," I whispered.

"Great! I'm sorry for intruding. You have a great day, dear," She said before hanging up. I dropped my phone and started blankly at the wall trying to think of what to do. After a few moments my room door opened. I slowly turned to see Faith and Vic standing in the door way. Their cheery faces changed as I looked at them.

"What's going on? You were cheery down at breakfast," Vic said. I watched as the both came towards me. Vic sat on my left, while Faith sat on my right. She bent over and grabbed my phone off the floor.

"Um...." I took a deep breath and looked down at my hands before speaking again. "My mum just called me. She said she owed me and apology and wanted to come see me. She's in the states for some reason and she's gonna meet me for tea in a few days." I explained. Vic placed his hand on my shoulder.

"Hey. I'm sorry bud. Should I call Alex and have him come over? I feel like he should be here to watch all this unfold. I mean he is your dad and a big part of your life," Vic said. I nodded and sighed.

"If it's alright with you, sir, I'd like to have Faith there with me too," I said looking up at him. He took a deep breath before looking at Faith. My attention turned to her. She tucked her hair behind her ear before smiling softly and nodding. I smiled back and laid my head against her body. Vic rubbed my back before leaving me and Faith in the room.

I pulled her close as I laid back on the bed. She laughed softly and laid her head on my chest. This is all I need. Her and the silence. My mum is just another milestone I have to get past.

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