Family Secret

Chapter 17

Lane's P.O.V.

------At my house------

I couldn't sleep last night. I was busy thinking about Cameron offering me to join the Ravens. I told Cam that I'd think about it, but I don't know what to do. I'll get some advice from mom, I just won't mention the part about the gangs. But first I need to get ready. Caleb, Connor, and Tia Rue are coming today. They'll be here at 11:00. I get up, get dressed (outfit shown above), and head to the kitchen.

------In the kitchen------

"Morning mom." I said. "Morning sweetie. That's a cute outfit you have on." said mom. "Thanks." I said. "You're welcome." said mom. "Mom I need some advice." I said. "What's wrong?" said mom. "There's this guy I know from school. I never talked to him because him and his friends hate John, Henry, Amy, Jane, and George, and they hate them. Yesterday I saw him at the mall, and we started talking, and it turns out he's not a bad guy." I said. "So, what's the problem?" said mom. "He told me that him and his friends want me to join their group, and they want me to leave John, Henry, George, Amy, and Jane's group." I said. "First off what's the guys name?" said mom. "Cameron." I said. "Ok, do you want to join Cameron, and his group of friends? Or do you want to stay in the group you're in now?" said mom. "I don't know." I said. "Ok. All I can say I follow your heart. Choose which group of friends you think is right." said mom. "Thanks mom." I said hugging her. "Anytime." said mom. "Can this stay between the 2 of us. If George finds out then he'll fight Cameron." I said. "Sure." said mom. "Thanks. Speaking of George, where is he?" I said. "Oh, he told me to tell you that he went to take care of some business with the gang, and that he won't be back until 8:00." said mom. "Ok." I said.

*Knock -- Knock*

"I'll get it." I said. I go open the front door, and see its Cameron. "Hi Cam." I said. "Hi Lane." said Cameron. "Before you come in. Don't mention anything about the Vipers, Ravens, Fangs, or anything about violence, because my mom doesn't know." I said. "Don't worry, I won't." said Cameron. "Ok, come in." I said. We both walk into the kitchen. "Mom this is Cameron. Cameron this is my mom." I said. "Nice to meet you Ms. Peters." said Cameron. "Nice to meet you Cameron." said mom. "Mom, when are Caleb, Connor, and Tia Rue going to be here?" I said. "They should be here any minute." said mom. "Yay. I can't wait to see them again. But the reason why is sad." I said. "Speaking of the funeral. Don't be mad but I invited someone." said mom. "Why would I be mad? You're the one who planned the whole thing. Who did you invite?" I said. "Your dad." said mom. "YOU DID WHAT!" I said. "Come on you aren't still mad are you?" said mom. "No, why would I be mad at my father, your husband, for leaving when I was in 2nd grade." I said sarcastically. "Lane, your father and I both need to talk to you." said mom. "2 minutes and that's it." I said. "Fine." said mom.

*HONK--HONK*

"There here!" I said. "Lane, Cameron can you 2 go help with the bags please?" said mom. "Sure." Cameron, and I both said in unison. Cameron and I both go outside to help Caleb, Connor, and Tia Rue with the bags.

------Outside------

"Hi guys." I said. "LANE!" said Connor hugging me. "Hey Connor." I said hugging him back. "Hey Lane." said Caleb and Tia Rue in unison. "Hi guys." I said hugging them. "Who's the dude?" said Caleb. "CALEB!" said Tia Rue. "No its cool. I'm Cameron, Lane's friend." said Cameron. "Its a pleasure to meet you Cameron." said Tia Rue. "Do you guys need help with the bags?" I said. "We got it thanks." said Tia Rue. The 5 of us walk inside.